
The Art of Working Capital Loan Approvals: A Banker's Playbook for North American Lenders
While 78% of junior bankers consider working capital loans “basic products,” only 12% consistently achieve >90% approval rates. This guide reveals six battle-tested strategies used by top 5% performers at JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo to streamline approvals while maintaining rigorous risk standards. 1. Laser-Focused Client Targeting High-Priority Industries (2025) ✅ Growth Sectors ❌ Red Flag Industries Pro Tip: Cross-reference Dun & Bradstreet reports with IRS Form 941 filings to verify payroll consistency—a key predictor of repayment capacity. 2. The 15-Minute Cash Flow Stress Test Simplified Working Capital Formula Example: 10Mrevenuecompanywith10Mrevenuecompanywith1.5M existing debt → $1M recommended exposure Advanced Tactics: 3. The Pentagon Framework for Credit Memos Section Critical Elements Common Pitfalls Borrower Profile Ownership structure, Key Person risk Missing beneficial ownership...