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How the OCC risk governance framework applies to community banks

Abrigo

While the final guidance clearly applies to larger financial institutions, community banks should still take note. ” The section further details this would only occur under extraordinary circumstances, but community banks should be aware of the new framework and even consider applying the guidelines as a proactive, best practice.

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Getting the Most Value from Your ALM Process

ABA Community Banking

Asset-liability management is often treated as a compliance exercise, not a decision engine. How can ALM help improve banks’ performance? . The post Getting the Most Value from Your ALM Process appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Vantage Point

Independent Banker

Five secrets to building a strong compliance culture. What’s your community bank’s compliance culture? Examiners increasingly want institutions to demonstrate a strong commitment to compliance, from the board of directors down to the rank and file. Compliance is pervasive. Compliance is invisible.

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Federal and State Banking Regulators Issue New Examination Procedures on Sampling Methodologies, UDAP/UDAAP, and CARES Act

CFPB Monitor

Among other things, the examination procedures instruct examiners on how to assess the effectiveness of a bank’s compliance management system in managing UDAP and UDAAP risks, and provides red flags and risk indicators that can be used to identify acts or practices that may raise UDAP/UDAAP concerns.

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FTC settles action against D.C.-area auto dealer group over illegal fees and discrimination allegations

CFPB Monitor

Earlier that same month, the CFPB announced it would exercise its supervisory authority under the Consumer Financial Protection Act to scrutinize discriminatory conduct as an unfair practice independent of federal fair lending laws. which is being challenged in court by the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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Analysis for Success

Independent Banker

Two steps to help manage for Bank Secrecy Act compliance. How can a bank get this area of compliance right? Here are two “executive playbook” steps to consider while preparing your community bank’s BSA/anti-money laundering risk assessment program. Compliance Corner General Highlighting Regulation & Compliance'

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Supervisory Perspective

Independent Banker

“I know that unnecessary regulation saps the strength of community banks.” Having said that, I believe very strongly that community banks have a bright future, and they don’t need to ease or lower their standards to build market share. IB: What is the OCC doing to help reduce excessive regulatory burdens on community banks?