Insights

Business Banking Insights

Great banking relationships begin with outstanding products and services. But it’s the combination of knowledge and sector-specific expertise at First Independent Bank that brings our clients a competitive advantage. In Insights, we’ve assembled smart thinking from our bankers who work to stay ahead of the curve across a wide range of industries. It’s one more way our highly experienced bankers are committed to knowing more and doing more for our clients.

Insights

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Help Your Vendors Safeguard Your Company from Cyberattacks

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Seeking Business Financing? What to Know First

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9 Ways to Set Your Business Up for Success

Getting Through a Labor Shortage: 5 Techniques

Labor challenges may be here to stay, but these techniques can help your business overcome the labor shortage. (And your banker might be able to help.)

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Buy vs. Lease Nevada Commercial Real Estate: 5 Questions

Whether to buy or lease commercial real estate depends on a number of factors. Your banker can help you find the best course. Here are five things to consider.

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5 Considerations to Craft Your Inventory Management Strategy

You can make the most of your working capital by employing smart banking strategies for inventory management. These tips can help you plan.

How to Size Up a Commercial Real Estate Lender

Finding the right commercial real estate lender goes beyond loan types. Here are seven traits to seek in your commercial real estate bank.

Look to Specialized Bankers to Understand Law Firm Banking Needs

When it comes to law firm banking, an experienced banker can make a difference. Understanding legal banking needs can enhance your work and your clients.

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Security in the Age of Payments Fraud: Are You Prepared?

Digital payments fraud is a concern that potentially touches every business. Learn best practices to keep your company and finances secure.

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How Specialized Law Firm Banking Benefits Firms and Their Clients

First Independent Bank’s trusted advisors can provide a variety of customized banking and financing solutions to help law firms better serve their clients.

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Expert Tips for Securing Your First Small Business Loan

Ready to take your small business to the next level? Discover these expert tips for securing your first small business loan.

Flexibility is Key in Times of Rising Interest Rates and Supply Chain Challenges

While no one can predict how high interest rates will rise, First Independent Bank offers some peace of mind to those who have concerns about an increase in the cost of financing.

FASB Provides Educational Resources to Help Stakeholders Through COVID-19-Related Accounting Issues

In late 2021, Adriana Yepes from the Financial Accounting Standards Board provided educational resources during a bank-hosted webinar.