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Bank Wire – FDIC offers guidance on multiple NSF fees
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 417
Abstract: This brief summary of the latest developments in banking looks at recent FDIC guidance to address the issue of multiple NSF fees, discusses an update to the FTC Safeguards Rule and notes that financial companies and institutions that fail to safeguard consumer data may violate federal consumer financial protection laws.
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Should community banks think about ESG initiatives?
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 602
Abstract: An increasing number of organizations — including many banks — are embracing environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. Although being a good corporate citizen may be its own reward, there’s evidence that responsible ESG practices may produce ample financial benefits. This article points out that banks might benefit from evaluating the ESG impact of their activities and considering ways to incorporate ESG practices and initiatives into their operations.
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True or false? Assess borrowers’ financial restatements
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 635
Abstract: Occasionally, business owners or financial officers may determine that the business’s financial statements need to be revised or corrected. This article explains that when borrowers provide a bank with corrected or restated financial statements, the bank needs to be vigilant and double-check the numbers. It may be that the restatements simply correct an honest mistake. Alternatively, there may be fraud involved. The article highlights the importance of investigating the underlying cause of financial restatements to stay ahead of any potential problems.
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Monitoring and managing interest rate risk
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 900
Abstract: For community banks, interest rate risk is a part of doing business, so banks need to monitor that risk and take steps to control it. This article notes that the “right” level of risk depends on several factors, including the size and complexity of a bank’s operations, as well as the sufficiency of its capital and liquidity to withstand the potential adverse impact of interest rate fluctuations. It also points out that managing interest rate risk is particularly important in light of recent rate increases.
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Bank Wire – New ACH rules issued for “micro-entries”
Fall 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 432
Abstract: In this brief summary of current issues in banking, we explain new ACH rule changes regarding micro-entries; discuss a proposal to modernize the Community Investment Act; and note that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has warned that the use of “black box” models doesn’t allow lenders to avoid their obligations under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA).
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Is blockchain the future of banking?
Fall 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 545
Abstract: Blockchain, the technology behind Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, has been in the news a great deal in recent months. The uses of blockchain go well beyond cryptocurrency. This article points out that its potential benefits for banks have led many to believe that blockchain is poised to transform the industry. It explains how blockchain works and how it can be useful for a variety of banking functions.
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Stay on top of liquidity risk
Fall 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 625
Abstract: In an uncertain economy, with rampant inflation and other significant economic headwinds, it’s a good idea for community banks to ensure their loans are based on sound funding sources and that the degree of liquidity risk they’re carrying is reasonable and manageable for the foreseeable future. This article explains that banks need to have adequate procedures in place to mitigate risk and stay solvent through tough times.
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Managing transition risk – 8 tips for a successful succession plan
Fall 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 844
Abstract: It’s critical for banks to develop a solid succession plan to manage transition risk. When key management personnel retire or leave unexpectedly, a succession plan helps ensure that the bank is prepared for the change and proactively addresses the vacancy. This article explains that a succession plan must be tailored to a bank’s size, complexity, location, culture, risk profile, product and service mix, management “bench strength,” and other characteristics. A sidebar discusses regulatory expectations regarding succession planning.
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Bank Wire – CFPB expands its authority to punish banks for discrimination
Summer 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 432
Abstract: In this brief summary of recent developments in banking, we look at a recent Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announcement that it will expand its antidiscrimination efforts to situations in which fair lending laws may not apply, including include servicing, collections and consumer reporting. In addition, we explain the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s Rapid Response Program for cyber-enabled financial crime and highlight a recent FDIC notice requirement for banks involved in crypto activities.
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Is cryptocurrency the future of banking?
Summer 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 543
Abstract: The popularity of bitcoin, ether and other cryptocurrencies has exploded in recent years. But an absence of federal oversight “leaves consumers open to scams and dangerous price volatility,” many lawmakers warn. This article explains that this lack of oversight may change in the near future and discusses a recent executive order that signals support of the potential benefits of creating a U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency.
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Under stress – Conduct stress testing to stay competitive
Summer 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 684
Abstract: Stress testing enables banks to simulate specific “disaster” scenarios and evaluate the bank’s (or loan’s) potential for withstanding them in terms of earnings, capital adequacy and other financial metrics. This article explains that such testing can provide valuable information about potential risks that community banks can use to stay afloat through inevitable economic ups and downs.
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Keeping up with the CECL standard
Summer 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 875
Abstract: By now, all banks are familiar with the CECL model for estimating credit losses, and most have taken concrete steps toward adopting it. This article notes that banks that are behind schedule in their transition efforts need to kick those efforts into high gear. It explains that it’s also important for banks to evaluate — and, if necessary, update — their policies, procedures, systems and internal controls to ensure credit losses will be properly calculated and documented. A sidebar points out that the FASB has indicated that no further deferrals are expected.
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Bank Wire – OCC discusses banking risks
Spring 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: In this summary of recent developments in community banking, we highlight the main points of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s latest installment of its Semiannual Risk Perspective, explain that the IRS has finalized its guidance on the tax consequences of the LIBOR transition and discuss the most recent ransomware advisory from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
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Get ready for a new cyberincident reporting rule
Spring 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 599
Abstract: Soon banks will be required to report significant cyberincidents within 36 hours, under a new rule issued by the Federal Reserve, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). This article explains details of the rule and answers some frequently asked questions about it.
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How to expand options and improve your bank’s bottom line
Spring 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 646
Abstract: Community banks continue to deal with economic uncertainty as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on businesses and organizations. They’re also faced with an increasingly rapid pace of technological change affecting many aspects of banking. This article suggests that banks may want to consider adding some new business lines that can increase their fee income and help stabilize profits.
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Working with vendors and partners – Are you managing third-party risk?
Spring 2022
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 915
Abstract: Banks increasingly are turning to outside vendors and partners to enhance their products and services, gain access to innovative technologies, benefit from expert advice, increase efficiency and reduce costs. This article notes that it’s important to have processes in place for managing the risks associated with these third-party relationships, and explains that federal banking regulators have high expectations for banks when it comes to third-party risk management. A sidebar summarizes recent Fintech due diligence guidance for community banks.