Abrigo

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Managing loan workouts and modifications Tips for preparing your bank or credit union to handle an increased volume of problem loans while ensuring prudent credit risk management. You might also like this video, "A look at credit risk in a rising-rate environment." Watch webinar. Signs of increased activity ahead.

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Abrigo

JULY 25, 2017

In a recent Sageworks webinar Robert Ashbaugh, senior risk management consultant at Sageworks, discusses High Volatility Commercial Real Estate (HVCRE) lending best practices. These caps were 100% of capital for construction loans, and 300% for all investor CRE. How did we get here? What are HVCRE loans?

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Develop an MBL program while mitigating risk Credit unions looking for alternate paths to growth in today's rising rate environment may be primed to leverage member business lending. You might also like this upcoming webinar, "Relationship banking: 7 Keys to extraordinary results." However, with opportunities come inherent risks.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 16, 2016

In early June, Sageworks hosted a Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) Workshop Series webinar and asked the attendees “Given what we know about CECL, what area do you feel will see the largest impact?” For more information or to register, visit the Risk Management Summit webpage.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

You might also like these on-demand webinars tackling common credit risk questions. Takeaway 2 With proper planning and effective strategies, the scheduling process can be made more manageable at your financial institution. Focus on addressing the most critical issues and limit the number of exceptions to a manageable level.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Support credit risk management Understanding loan covenants, when financial institutions should use them, and how to monitor them supports strong lending portfolios and credit risk management best practices. Takeaway 2 Capital, performance, and administrative covenants are common with business loans.

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Abrigo

JUNE 7, 2021

Risks ALM Addresses Will Affect Performance and Strategy Asset/liability management models and processes address credit risk, liquidity risk, and interest rate risk. . Takeaway 1 The pandemic has shown that financial institutions deal with a variety of risks that can impact cash flow and capital. .

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Abrigo

AUGUST 2, 2023

CRE credit risk is in the spotlight A structured approach to assessing commercial real estate risk helps banks and credit unions address inquiries about the health of CRE loans. You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Stress testing & CECL efficiencies." Stress testing helps you manage capital levels and credit risk.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 10, 2023

How industry analysis can improve your credit risk management Understanding your customers' businesses leads to better loan pricing, structure, and risk management. You might also like this webinar series, "Tackling common credit risk questions during challenging times." Get more credit risk best practices.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Takeaway 2 The top lending and credit blog posts focused on the benefits of banking technology, interest rate management, and developing risk ratings. They’ve also focused on managing interest rate risk in a rising rate environment. The institution can more easily capitalize on opportunities and avoid unnecessary risk.

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Abrigo

JUNE 5, 2023

Banking reports to inform risk management and strategy These reports on capital, growth, and liquidity help financial institutions spot warning signs. They help manage and shape strategy in volatile economic and industry conditions. the Community Bank Leverage Ratio (CBLR) and the minimum Tier 1 leverage ratio).

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Abrigo

JANUARY 11, 2022

Asset/liability management basics In part 1 of this "Introduction to ALM" blog series, learn the goals of asset/liability management and how it can help financial institutions. You might also like this webinar, "ALM Basics: Best Practices in Measuring, Monitoring, and Controlling Interest Rate Risk" WATCH.

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Abrigo

MAY 2, 2024

Compliance and Risk Management: The loan policy ensures that the lending function operates within the regulatory and compliance framework. It also outlines the risk management practices that need to be followed when evaluating small business lending opportunities.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 5, 2020

Now, banks and credit unions must determine how to safely and effectively manage risk in the portfolio while also driving growth at their institution. Therefore, it’s essential that the credit memo captures the complete picture of the borrower to ensure proper risk management. Improving loan grading in a recession.

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Abrigo

APRIL 25, 2024

The negative correlation of funded business loans to the Fed funds rate is a staggering 86% as businesses weigh their needs for capital against expensive debt and lenders aim to limit risk. Almost half sought credit to grow their businesses, and 28% applied to make repairs or replace capital assets.

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Abrigo

APRIL 15, 2022

ALM & Measuring Liquidity Risk at Banks and Credit Unions Regulatory agencies expect financial institutions to manage liquidity risk using processes and systems commensurate with the complexity, risk profile, and scope of operations. ALM 101: Introduction to Asset/Liability Management. Defining Liquidity.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

You might also like this webinar: "The Basics of Consumer Lending." Takeaway 3 The future looks brighter, as financial institutions have cash and capital, and opportunities are starting to unfold. Cash and capital as opportunities unfold. Financial institutions have cash and capital, and opportunities are beginning to unfold. ".

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

ALM | 4 minute read Key Takeaways Many financial institutions view asset/liability management as a "check-the-box" regulatory exercise. An extreme focus on using ALM to manage the risk of rising rates means some FIs overlook using ALM to grow earnings and capital, putting them at risk of underperformance.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 14, 2023

You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Strategic plan: How to develop and monitor at your financial institution." In a recent webinar , Abrigo Senior Advisor Paula King provided practical tips to help develop a strategic plan that aligns with your financial institution’s goals, enhances competitive advantage, and drives growth.

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Abrigo

MARCH 3, 2021

For more information on the basics of credit analysis, check out this webinar: WATCH NOW. Takeaway 1 Understanding credit risk and assigning risk to loans is the foundation of credit analysis. . At the core of credit analysis are the traditional five Cs of credit: capacity, capital, conditions, collateral, and character.

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

You might also like this webinar, "Return to basics: Asking the right credit risk questions." Loan review management needs to scale back its expectations of pre-existing skills for new recruits and to take on more responsibility for training its own. Then they told me nobody’s perfect, so I stopped practicing.”

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Abrigo

JUNE 11, 2021

Measuring Interest Rate Risk Can Vary by Institution Interest rate risk measurement plays a key role in ensuring an institution's safety and soundness. Would you like other articles on asset/liability management in your inbox? FDIC) noted in its 2021 Risk Review. You might also like this webinar on liquidity risk.

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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. Deposit management strategies and deep dives into interest rate risk came in a close second. The following are Abrigo’s 10 top ALM blogs in 2022: . For rookies and experts.

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Abrigo

MARCH 16, 2016

(ET) Risk ratings are the basis for understanding credit risk in the portfolio, yet many institutions struggle to maintain and apply an objective risk rating system. Accurate risk ratings allow institutions to better price loans and account for risk in the overall portfolio. Sign up for the webinar.

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Abrigo

APRIL 12, 2016

The FDIC is offering a fresh take on how a bank’s board of directors should understand and manage risk. Prudent oversight is rooted in the directors sending a clear message to staff that they value a strong risk management culture that includes a strong ethical culture,” the FDIC said. Evaluating risk management.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 24, 2024

Account for the details before your FDIC bank acquisition Consider these tips for assessing your institution and a to-be-acquired institution for a smooth integration You might also like this webinar, "Valuation and purchase accounting: Navigating the changing M&A landscape." Should we panic?

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Stress Testing | 7 minute read Key Takeaways Stress testing is an important component of sound risk management. Top down and bottom up analysis can inform capital assessments. Stress testing provides banks and credit unions with a unique opportunity to better manage their institution’s financial performance. .

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Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Regtech is simply the use of technology such as AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and blockchain to improve the way businesses manage regulatory compliance. However, banks and credit unions should stay vigilant about choosing the right regtech solutions to tackle the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities it presents.

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Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Regtech is simply the use of technology such as AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and blockchain to improve the way businesses manage regulatory compliance. However, banks and credit unions should stay vigilant about choosing the right regtech solutions to tackle the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities it presents.

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Abrigo

MARCH 13, 2024

Consequently, all stakeholders of CRE assets are understandably nervous, including bankers and their investors who, due to the highly leveraged nature of CRE transactions, provided the bulk of capital financing the industry. Learn more about managing CRE loan distress.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 8, 2021

An effective independent loan review system has always been critical for managing a financial institution’s credit risk and accurately estimating the allowance for loan and lease losses, or ALLL. Reviewing lending staff’s risk ratings. In many ways, they also provided more general guidance to financial institutions.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

You might also like these on-demand webinars on tackling common credit risk questions. Takeaway 2 A credit exception should be specific, have a well-defined risk justification, and include details on clearing it. Portfolio segments should be monitored and managed, not get buried in exception counts.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 6, 2017

During a Sageworks webinar on HVCRE risk management Rob Ashbaugh, senior risk management consultant at Sageworks, explained that clarifications on some of the murkier aspects of the HVCRE (high volatility commercial real estate) rule were anticipated by the industry.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The main drivers of expected CRE growth in 2020 are: Low interest rates Continued job growth and low unemployment Moderate consumer spending growth Abundant capital and return-seeking investors/lenders, and Increased property values (albeit slowing in appreciation). “2020 could be a pivotal year for the U.S. Lending & Credit Risk.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 30, 2022

You might also like this webinar on commercial lending strategy. Retention strategies like matching rates or terms and proactively managing customers can effectively keep customers at your institution, and, in some cases, help to grow their commercial loans with you. Risk management. Keys to mitigating risk.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

“A side benefit is when you help a business owner who’s not having the best day financially, they’re not only appreciative, they become great word-of-mouth advertising and references for prospects,” he said during a recent Abrigo webinar on SBA 7(a) lending. Managing Liquidity Risk and Profitability in 2020 Webinar Series.

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Insights on Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Join our in-depth conversation , hosted by Watson Financial Services General Manager, Alistair Rennie, as industry experts discuss: Change in regulatory perception of AI and advanced analytics. General Manager. Prior to IBM, he was Managing Director of Citi’s AML/KYC program, and held senior positions at Capital One and Goldman Sachs.

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