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Entering the cannabis banking market

Independent Banker

While the legal status of banking cannabis-related businesses remains fuzzy at the federal level, community banks in some states are finding that, with proper controls, they’re able to enter this niche market and offer banking services to these local businesses. decided to take a close look at that market. “We By Judith Sears.

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Legal Pot Starts Pulling Its Retail Weight

PYMNTS

Trends in legal cannabis retail are just now emerging, and fresh numbers from Colorado are providing insight into how the industry is evolving. The report said Colorado “had 2,917 licensed marijuana businesses and 41,076 individuals licensed to work in the industry as of June.”.

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Buying into AML risks in real estate

Abrigo

Key Takeaways Real estate markets are vulnerable to money laundering and fraud because of their transaction size and appreciation over time. Regulations such as Geographic Targeting Order updates help identify AML risks by requiring identification for certain real estate purchases. Why real estate?

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Cannabis Cos’ $4.7B In Cash-Based Taxes Overwhelm IRS

PYMNTS

It’s important to note that the cannabis market’s struggles to access banking services are not limited to small dispensary storefronts, though they are undoubtedly affected by such legal hurdles.

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Credit Union Helps US Marijuana Businesses Put Down Roots

PYMNTS

Massachusetts joins a handful of states, including Colorado, Washington and Maine, that have taken steps to legalize recreational marijuana. GFA joins a small, but steadily growing, group of CUs that are offering financial services to this emerging market. Based on the latest data from the U.S.

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9 ways to manage credit risk

Independent Banker

These experts share nine tips and credit risk best practices to offer stability in an ever-changing market. It also makes a good impression on regulators. Regulators are fearful of banker complacency,” he observes. Solicit regulators’ input—before the examiners arrive. Judith Sears is a writer in Colorado.

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CardX CEO: Ban On Card Surcharge Ban May Lead to Lower Interchange Fees

PYMNTS

As noted in this space by Karen Webster, the ban on the ban – where, now, in New York, surcharges are allowed when merchants post total prices for transactions – shows the inefficiencies of regulation that supersede card networks’ own rules governing merchant activities. population.

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