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March 4, 2025

What Are Environmental Questionnaires and Why Do They Matter?

For lenders, environmental questionnaires serve a critical role in assessing potential environmental risks associated with a commercial property. They offer a “first look” at a site’s […]
January 30, 2025

Recognition, Reflection, and Renewal

As we move further into the new year, I find myself reflecting on our growth as a company, and where ORMS fits into the larger picture […]
October 1, 2024

A Higher Standard: Understanding the SBA’s Environmental Due Diligence Requirements

Small businesses are the lifeblood of our economy. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created to help small businesses through an array of loan guarantee […]
July 10, 2024

EPA Takes Action on PFAS. Here’s What Lenders Need to Know

The federal government is aggressively cracking down on “forever chemicals.” Under a new rule effective July 8, 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has officially listed […]