Resources

Minimize credit rejection + win consumers. Many consumers shy away from applying for loans or bank cards for fear of being turned down or taking a hit to their credit scores. With Equifax’s Prequalification of One, you can market offers online and allow consumers to determine their eligibility before submitting an application. No hard inquiries involved! Prequalification […]

Our credit training is here! At Confluent Strategies, our mission is to help you understand your consumer data and use proven Equifax solutions to help you and your consumers win. When you partner with us, you’ll receive credit education to reinforce our holistic approach to our partnership and your business.  Our Credit Training Series includes […]

Start the new year with a plan. Believe it or not, January 1 is almost here! Now’s the time to review your business plan and make sure you’re using data-informed strategies to meet your goals and stay on budget. When you schedule a comprehensive Business Review with us, we will: audit your overall business, current […]

A refresher: What is OFAC? The Office of Foreign Affairs Assets Control (OFAC) is a financial intelligence and enforcement agency within the U.S. Department of Treasury that administers and enforces economic and trade sanctions to support U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives. To that end, OFAC publishes lists of sanctioned countries, regimes, companies, groups, and individuals. […]

Avoid costly fines and a damaged reputation In today’s volatile marketplace, organizations face many challenges—including the need to comply with various regulations while attempting to better assess account risk and minimize exposure and losses. Enlist Confluent Strategies and Equifax to help you build out stronger Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs. We […]

Standard credit report vs. employment report The credit report you pull to make lending decisions is not the same as the report you run for employment purposes. If you’re using them interchangeably, then you are not adhering to FCRA requirements. When obtaining a consumer report for employment purposes, you must: notify the individual in writing that you […]

One strike doesn’t mean they’re out. The underserved market likely includes people you know.A passed-over consumer might be a friend who bounced a check one time or a neighbor who pays cash for everything. Equifax Insight Score for Retail Banking (ISRB) enables you to capture expanded opportunities with confidence by providing more comprehensive views of […]

Let’s find the ideal frequency of your Account Reviews. Now more than ever, frequent Account Reviews are critically important to your business. As the economy continues to rebound, I can help you understand your changing consumer risk, leverage seasonal opportunities, and equip you to take action. Do you wonder… Who will be able to pay their commitments […]

Align your holiday campaigns with shoppers’ early schedules. This year, many Americans will be looking to make up for the “missed” holidays of 2020, and to account for perceived supply-chain issues, shoppers will start early. Last year, 70% of shoppers planned to shop early to avoid crowds and out-of-stock items, according to Google product marketing manager Erin […]

Fulfill your CRA obligations with new Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac refi programs. New options for low-income borrowers who want to refinance Fannie Mae RefiNow and Freddie Mac Refi Possible are aimed at lower-income homeowners who have not taken advantage of record-low interest rates to refinance their mortgages. Lenders are required to reduce the borrower’s monthly payment […]