The Overdraft Fee Trap: Why Stearns Said No
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 29, 2026
Discover why Stearns Bank says no to overdraft fees. While banks rake profit from punitive fees, learn how Stearns prioritizes your financial well-being.
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Frankenstein to False Positives: How Stearns Bank is Combatting Small Business Fraud in the Age of AI
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 22, 2026
Discover how Stearns Bank combines AI tools and human expertise to combat "Frankenstein fraud" and protect small business lending from AI-enabled scams.
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Banking for Good: Launching Impact Accounts
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Apr 29, 2026
An impact deposit account gives you confidence knowing your money is going towards initiatives like sustainable energy, affordable housing and nonprofits.
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7 Common Questions About Affordable Housing Underwriting Answered
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jan 17, 2026
Get tips for navigating the underwriting phase of the commercial loan origination process to help secure a loan for your affordable housing project.
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The Intersection of Affordable Housing and Health
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 06, 2025
How lenders can drive positive health outcomes by financing community investment and equitable economic development.
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Why Community Impact Matters in Affordable Housing Underwriting
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Dec 24, 2024
Learn why community impact is a critical factor in affordable housing underwriting and how developers can showcase it to secure financing.
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How Lenders Can Support Inclusive Development
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Dec 19, 2024
Discover why inclusive financing strategies are integral to equitable economic development and how lenders can support community investment strategies in underserved communities.
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Key Underwriting Criteria Lenders Look for in Affordable Housing Projects
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Dec 05, 2024
Discover how lenders evaluate multifamily loan applications for affordable housing development and get tips to prepare for underwriting.
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Small Business Fraud: What it is and How to Protect Your Business
Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 22, 2024
This blog will walk through different types of small business fraud, and how small-business owners can protect themselves.
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Stearns Salaam Banking Sponsors PBS Docuseries
Posted by: Admin on Nov 20, 2024
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