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February 18, 2026
Early Warning Signs of Distress: What Lenders Shouldn’t Ignore

Financial statements are essential – but are received after (sometimes long after) the performance being reported has occurred. By the time a borrower’s statements show financial stress, the underlying issues…Read More

December 10, 2025
Subprime Auto Loans: Current Trends, Causes & Broader Economy Implications

Cars keep America moving – and so do auto loans. But in the subprime corner of the market, cracks are showing. More missed payments and rising repossessions hint at deeper…Read More

November 24, 2025
Floor-Plan Financing for Auto Dealers: Trends, Structures & What’s Changing

Auto dealerships run on one thing above all: inventory. And the engine behind that inventory is floor-plan financing – the short-term credit dealers use to purchase vehicles before they’re sold….Read More

October 24, 2025
Navigating Tariff Pressures: What U.S. Corporate Borrowers Need to do to Mitigate Risks and Navigate the Current Environment

Tariffs don’t just raise costs – they reshape supply chains, margins, working capital, and collateral. Tariffs have existed as long as international trade itself. The first recorded tariffs were imposed…Read More

December 4, 2024
Partner Perspective: Heather Hubbard, Valesco Industries

The Opportunities and Nuances of Private Equity Investment in a Family-Owned Business Private equity (PE) firms’ investment strategies vary greatly. Typically, they seek to invest in companies that have the…Read More

April 17, 2024
Restructuring Advisory May Look Like…

Restructuring advisory is a specialized area within financial advisory services that focuses on assisting businesses facing financial challenges or operational difficulties.  The primary objective is to help struggling companies regain…Read More

March 27, 2024
Unlock Success: Discover if Your Company Has What It Takes for a Business Turnaround

Developing a business turnaround strategy for your business may be one of the hardest things you ever do. The time has come to ask that critical question: can this business…Read More

March 27, 2024
Understanding Receiverships in Real Estate Transactions

Real estate receiverships can play a crucial role in the intricate landscape of real estate assets, serving as a legal mechanism to navigate distressed properties and assets to achieve the…Read More

February 2, 2024
Receivers and Receiverships in Texas

The appointment of a receiver to add independence and objectivity to maximize value in various business situations is becoming more commonplace in Texas.  As people recognize the benefits of a…Read More

November 6, 2023
Is Refinancing Really the Answer?

During the last forty years, first as an asset-based lender and later as a restructuring professional, I have observed many economic cycles and seen the impact those cycles have on…Read More