Traditionally loan approvals have relied on manual credit underwriting processes. The integration of any novel technologies like automation into core lending processes evokes a sense of apprehension among lenders. This stems from the potential for unforeseen issues that could lead to inaccurate assessments and ultimately, negative financial consequences.
For a borrower the loan application to loan disbursement process often is not the smoothest. Lengthy wait times, constant anxiety for weeks at end thinking if the loan will be processed of rejected. Rounds of back and forth with the lender sharing more documents and answers to questions(during personal discussion) sours the experience.
Lets talk about the process:
Loan document processing involved manual verification of income statements, bank statements, tax returns, and other paperwork. Loan officers meticulously review each document, a process prone to errors and delays. Here's a breakdown of the timeline:
Gathering Documents: Borrowers collect and submit a stack of paperwork, which can takes time to organize and digitise
Manual Verification: Loan officers spend hours verifying the authenticity and accuracy of each document
Decision-Making: Based on the verified information, loan officers analyze the borrower's financial health and make a credit decision, adding another layer of time
Can AI be a game changer?
From Days to Minutes: Imagine getting a loan decision within minutes instead of waiting days or even weeks.
How does AI impact the credit underwriting journey?
Automated Data Extraction: AI can automatically extract relevant data from documents submitted by borrowers, reducing manual effort and saving significant time
Real-Time Verification: AI can connect to databases and verify information instantly, eliminating the need for manual verification
Data-Driven Decisions: AI algorithms analyze the extracted data from multiple data points and generate credit worthiness assessments, allowing for quicker and more informed loan decisions
What does this translate to?
Improved Customer Experience: Borrowers receive loan decisions much faster, eliminating the frustration of long wait times
Increased Efficiency: Lenders can process morel oan applications with fewer resources, streamlining their operations
Greater Inclusivity: Faster processing times can benefit borrowers with non-traditional financial backgrounds who might not qualify under slower manual methods
The future of credit underwriting is all about speed, efficiency and mining through myriad sources of data. AbleCredit is here to revolutionize the process, making loan approvals faster and more accessible for everyone.
