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7 ways community banks can boost profitability

Independent Banker

Here’s what community bankers need to know when planning their budgets for the next year. These days, there’s a lot to contend with as a community bank, from changing consumer behaviors due to the pandemic to uncertainty surrounding the economy and inflation. Build a lending niche. By Cheryl Winokur Munk. Quick stat. Paul, Minn.,

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DOJ announces settlement of redlining lawsuit

CFPB Monitor

The Justice Department announced that it has entered into an agreement with Lakeland Bank to settle the DOJ’s claims that Lakeland engaged in unlawful redlining in the Newark, New Jersey metropolitan area. Those services were not available in majority-Black and Hispanic neighborhoods in the Newark Lending Area.

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5 ways to shake up your lending strategy

Independent Banker

A new approach to loan protocols is just one way for community banks to grow in new and different directions. Amid changing economic conditions and rising rates, it’s a good time for community banks to re-evaluate their loan strategy with an eye on adaptability. David, Community Bank Consulting Services, Inc.

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Valley National Bank, heavy on CRE, is confident despite investor worry

American Banker

Investors have hammered the New Jersey-based lender following the turmoil at New York Community Bancorp. But Valley executives say there are key differences between the two real estate-focused banks, and they express confidence that the bank's underwriting will hold up again this cycle.

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New condo safety laws: Three things community associations should consider

PopularBank

Florida’s new condo safety laws at-a-glance. The new legislation, SB 4-D, primarily focuses on the following requirements. Building inspections are required for community buildings in all 67 counties in Florida that are three or more stories in height. Consider contingency lines of credit as a lending option.

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Popular Bank Appoints Director of Wealth Management

PopularBank

Joseph Culotta Brings More Than 18 Years of Leadership and Wealth Management Expertise to Popular Bank. NEW YORK, NY – September 15, 2020 – Popular Bank , a subsidiary of Popular, Inc. We are thrilled to welcome Joe to our Wealth Management leadership team to head our Popular Investments business,” said Ford. “We Popular, Inc.

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Popular Bank Branch Receives BDD Program Designation By NYS Department of Financial Services

PopularBank

DFS Awards 1620 Pitkin Avenue Branch $10 Million in Subsidized Deposits to Deliver Financial Education and Access to Financial Services within Ocean Hill-Brownsville Community. New York, NY – January 27, 2020 – Popular Bank, a subsidiary of Popular, Inc. Our Community Commitment. About Popular Bank. banks by assets.