Best Practices for Evaluating Commercial Loan Applications?

I'm looking for insights into the best practices for evaluating commercial loan applications. What key financial metrics do you focus on when assessing a borrower's creditworthiness? Additionally, how do you factor in industry trends, business plans, and collateral when making lending decisions?

Would love to hear from professionals in commercial lending—what strategies or tools do you use to minimize risk while ensuring profitable lending? 

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