Abrigo

JUNE 18, 2020

Key Takeaways The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has been a critical foothold for community financial institutions seeking to obtain and diversify business lending relationships. PPP opens the door for new business lending relationships. Reimagining branches post-pandemic to support business lending. learn more.

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Chris Skinner

OCTOBER 10, 2018

One article typified this feeling: High-society fintech under pressure … The post Why P2P lending works in some markets and not in others appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog. So many unicorns are loss-making firms, and billion-dollar valuations on million-dollar revenues seems like a lot of hype.

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Chris Skinner

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

The reason I raise it is that I … The post China’s blood on the carpet in P2P lending appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Why change management is vital for banks and credit unions Regulators promote change management to manage risk, but banks and credit unions can also achieve important benefits when they manage change. This article describes recent comments by financial regulators about managing change.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 5, 2023

AML Compliance Ten qualities of a successful BSA officer Hiring a Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer for a financial institution involves looking for a unique experience level and skillset that ensures compliance with the BSA and related regulations. But what makes an exceptional BSA Officer?

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Adapt to a dynamic banking environment with real-time lending & credit data Lender dashboards and reports showing the lending pipeline, pricing trends, emerging risks, workflow bottlenecks, etc. Ironically, data for making lending and credit decisions for the financial institution can also be one of the toughest assets to harness.

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Abrigo

APRIL 12, 2023

This blog will examine credit review in more detail. Independent loan review Lenders write numbers, independent loan reviewers review them Credit grading reviews performed by individuals independent of the lending function are preferred because they can often provide a more objective assessment of credit quality.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In a banking landscape that is constantly changing with new regulations, increasing competition, and other new challenges, it is critical to maximize your strategic plan's effectiveness. Every stakeholder should be on board. Have your board meetings and strategic planning sessions become predictable?

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Perficient

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Retail banks respond to the Federal Reserve’s short-term interest rate adjustments with corresponding changes in lending and deposit rates. Transaction Accounts Regulators classify transaction accounts under the Monetary Control Act of 1980 and the Federal Reserve Regulation D for federal reserve requirements on deposit liabilities.

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CFPB Monitor

MAY 18, 2023

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) published a Small Entity Compliance Guide (“Guide”) covering the amendments to the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and Regulation B, which implement requirements of Section 1071 of Dodd-Frank. Continue Reading

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

But not all technology is made equal, especially when it comes to lending software. Modern Text notifications, digital workflows, and e-sign capabilities are all modern construction loan automation features that help institutions take a predictive and proactive approach to lending. Construction Lending. Construction Lending.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Some financial institutions may view stress testing as a “check the box” practice to satisfy regulators, but others are making the most out of the process. Effective stress testing can benefit many different facets of lending, from risk management and strategic decision-making to capital adequacy and liquidity management. Learn More.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 30, 2024

This year’s conference will feature industry experts, financial institution peers, BSA/AML professionals, CPAs, law enforcement, auditors, and regulators selected especially for their expertise and timely knowledge. Network with bankers, auditors, and regulators Networking has always been table stakes to ThinkBIG conference attendees.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 16, 2018

The Kansas businessman – facing a 2017 conviction for violating federal truth in lending and racketeering laws in connection with his online lending business – attempted to apologize for the $3.5 Regulators spent most of 2017 cracking down on the practice. Tribal Lending . attorney Joon H.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 16, 2014

Lending standards continue to relax, according to data from the OCC’s 2014 Survey of Credit Underwriting Practices. This type of easing is similar to that experienced between 2004 and 2006, the time period leading up to the financial crisis, which many attribute to inadequate lending standards. Blog Bank Credit Union'

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Critical capital Should CRE lending be off the table? Recent headlines may lead bankers to believe that shunning commercial real estate lending is the safest path to limit or avoid credit risk, given stresses on CRE and regulatory concerns. But that might not be the best move for your financial institution or your community.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Blog posts to help your asset/liability management (ALM) staff strategize for the future These ALM posts were the most popular in 2022. Our top ten blogs were created by Abrigo's team, which includes former bankers, regulators, and industry experts. Would you like other articles like this in your inbox? For rookies and experts.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

The PPP might have been the first time many community financial institutions saw such clear returns on digitization investments, but the same automation and efficiency gains can be found in other end-to-end lending solutions. Community financial institutions' experience with PPP technology also translates to other areas of lending.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

For most consumers who have a checking account, savings account and maybe a mortgage, the regulations placed on their community bank isn’t given a second thought. Two recent surveys addressing the community banking landscape have pointed to increasing regulations as the primary cause of stress for these institutions.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Takeaway 1 Signs point to increased loan modifications and loan workouts, and regulators have urged financial institutions to work prudently with borrowers. . Meanwhile, regulators are focusing fresh attention on prudent credit risk management of loans, especially CRE, and loan modifications in general. CRE loan accommodations.

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CFPB Monitor

JULY 13, 2020

The CFPB recently published a blog post titled, “ Innovation spotlight: Providing adverse action notices when using AI/ML models.”. The blog post primarily recycles information from the Bureau’s annual fair lending report issued in May 2020. We have released a two-part podcast based on the webinar.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 4, 2020

The October 23, 2020 proposed amendments, if passed, would modify two rules that have been part of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations since 1995. Get the latest on BSA/AML regulation changes. BSA Rules and Regulation. Lending & Credit Risk. SBA Lending. keep me informed. Watch Webinar. Learn More.

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Chris Skinner

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

I wrote a blog the other day for The Next Web. Then FinTech has also gained subcategories like Lending, Analytics, Digital Identity, Cybersecurity, SME Finance, Financial Inclusion, Payments, Roboadvice, Blockchain Distributed Ledgers, Neobanking and more. I thought it was ok, and it has gained a lot of traction socially.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Bank regulators for many quarters have expressed concern about easing underwriting standards in commercial real estate lending, especially as examiners have noticed increased concentrations of CRE loans in financial institutions’ portfolios. 17 at 2 p.m.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This article is substantially updated from a 2013 blog post. Banks are required by regulators to have formal risk rating policies in place to determine how ratings are assigned. Lending & Credit Risk. Lending & Credit Risk. Lending & Credit Risk. Member Business Lending. Credit Risk Management.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 30, 2022

You might also like this webinar on commercial lending strategy. The lack of alternative options in a rising-rate environment may be a factor when deciding to expand into commercial lending. CRE Lending. Lending & Credit Risk. CRE Lending. Lending & Credit Risk. Member Business Lending.

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Chris Skinner

MARCH 19, 2019

bank regulator fines Citigroup $25 million for violating fair lending rules UK to lose £1tn of financial assets to Europe due … The post Things worth reading: 20th March 2019 appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog. Lloyds faces £300m bill for SLA divorce Citi starts up post-Brexit Frankfurt trading hub U.S.

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Abrigo

MAY 2, 2022

Takeaway 3 Minor inconsistencies between policy and loan portfolio can be a red flag to regulators, so careful review is key. . Your policy should include what type of loans you are actively seeking and what loans you don’t have an appetite for so regulators understand your institution’s direction.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Takeaway 3 Utilize regulatory guidance to understand regulators' expectations, which are likely to include consistent stress testing. Get to know regulator expectations and priorities. Regulators’ risk management perspective is evolving, and financial institutions should expect to be held accountable for consistent stress testing.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 8, 2021

Independent Loan Review Systems in Banking Banking regulators have outlined expectations for effective, independent loan review and credit risk review. . This article is substantially updated from a 2013 blog post. It also monitors compliance with applicable regulations and laws. Identifying Credit Weaknesses.

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Abrigo

APRIL 7, 2023

Learn best practices for managing a high-performing construction loan portfolio Keep me informed Watch Webinar Blog Lending & Credit Risk Loan Review and Due Diligence Building a business case for loan review automation Learn More Blog C&I Loans Construction Lending Credit Risk Management Credit Risk Regulation Lending & Credit Risk Loan (..)

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

The PPP might have been the first time many community financial institutions saw such clear returns on digitization investments, but the same automation and efficiency gains can be found in other end-to-end lending solutions. Community financial institutions' experience with PPP technology also translates to other areas of lending.

Lending 195

Lending Community San Antonio Survey 195

Abrigo

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

In their Spring 2016 Semiannual Risk Perspective , regulators have publicly acknowledged increasing risk in commercial real estate lending, so small business lending seems like it may be an alternative path. Many community banks and credit unions are turning to small business loans as a source of loan growth.

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Abrigo

APRIL 10, 2017

Ancin commented that this is consistent with the trend he has seen with his clients either beginning to dip their toes into the MBL market, or other clients that are aggressively competing with community banks on commercial lending. Next, Ancin moved into a discussion of the current regulatory environment around MBL.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

A gap institution is a financial institution that does not have a federal functioning regulator, such as a state-chartered credit union. million civil money penalty for willful violations of the BSA and its implementing regulations. FinCEN assessed a $1.5

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Abrigo

JULY 11, 2017

In December of 2016, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s associate directors of the Office of Fair Lending expressed a new shift in priorities that will increase focus on small business lending, among other loan types.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 17, 2024

Read now Blog Advisory Services AML Software AML Training AML/CFT BSA Rules and Regulation Fraud Prevention Fraud Trends Human Trafficking SAR AML human trafficking red flags and other ways banks can support victims Learn More Blog Advisory Services AML Software AML Training AML/CFT BSA Rules and Regulation Human Trafficking SAR Navigating the U.S.

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