Abrigo

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

You might also like this webinar: "Detecting PPP Fraud: Optimizing Your AML Solution". Takeaway 1 To prevent the kind of fraud that plagued the Paycheck Protection Program in 2020, the SBA has put new measures in place that have created challenges. PPP fraud-prevention challenges arise. New Guidance Out.

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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. This includes training staff on BSA/AML policies and fostering a culture of compliance.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 19, 2020

Key Takeaways COVID-19-related fraud are not new typologies; they just have a new spin. Adjusting your velocity scenarios can help detect money mule scams and check fraud. . COVID-19-related fraud schemes are escalating at an alarming rate. How can your transaction monitoring system detect trending COVID-19 related fraud?

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

The scope and depth of loan review Loan review requires a "renaissance banker" Loan review policies are typically reviewed and approved at least annually by the board of directors. Policy guidelines usually include a written description of the overall credit grading process and establish responsibilities for the various loan review functions.

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CFPB Monitor

APRIL 7, 2022

The FDIC has issued the March 2022 edition of Consumer Compliance Supervisory Highlights which includes a description of some of the most significant consumer compliance issues identified by FDIC examiners during consumer compliance examinations conducted in 2021. Fair lending.

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CFPB Monitor

MARCH 28, 2022

As we approach the two-year anniversary of the passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”), the scope and costs of fraud in connection with its relief programs continues to mount. To date, prosecutions for PPP fraud have targeted borrowers and often involve the most brazen fraudsters.

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CFPB Monitor

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Under the settlement, Rhinebeck will pay a $950,000 civil money penalty, provide restitution to borrowers, and develop a compliance plan which includes updates to its auto policies to cap dealer markups on installment contracts purchased by the bank. The dealer markup was capped at 2% after December 15, 2020. L. §§ 296-a(1)(b) and (3).

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Abrigo

AUGUST 18, 2020

Key Takeaways BSA officers need to stay aware of emerging fraud trends that are a result of the pandemic. Consider a risk-based lookback for your PPP portfolio to fight fraud. Be aware of emerging fraud schemes. Any time there is a large-scale , global issue, you can expect to see a rise in fraud, and COVID-19 is no different.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Compliance and risk? Automating that compliance is now a “need to have.”. Compliance and risk officers have the unenviable task of finding out, sometimes after the fact, that not all the boxes are checked — if they even knew the boxes were there for checking in the first place. Plugging In To Plugins.

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CFPB Monitor

JUNE 30, 2022

Of special note, the OCC also believes compliance risk is “heightened” for Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) compliance because of world events and compliance staffing concerns. BSA/AML Compliance Risks. Cybersecurity Risks.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 18, 2020

Key Takeaways BSA officers need to stay aware of emerging fraud trends that are a result of the pandemic. Consider a risk-based lookback for your PPP portfolio to fight fraud. Be aware of emerging fraud schemes. Any time there is a large-scale , global issue, you can expect to see a rise in fraud, and COVID-19 is no different.

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Fraud Trends Compliance Technology 195

Abrigo

JANUARY 17, 2024

Look into wires to and from foreign countries more skeptically,” said Terri Luttrell, Director of Compliance and Engagement at Abrigo. “A Policies that promote the employment of former trafficking victims can help end cycles of trafficking, as well.

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Abrigo

MAY 24, 2023

While it has encountered obstacles in the past, the current support and shifting attitudes toward marijuana legalization provide reasons for cautious optimism to banks interested in banking cannabis profitably while managing risk and maintaining regulatory compliance.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Institutions must create a strong culture of compliance. Creating a Culture of Compliance. One of the more important takeaways from 2019 is that all institutions, regardless of size or risk profile, must have a strong culture of compliance, as directed by FinCEN’s advisory in 2014. Looking back to strengthen your BSA program.

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CFPB Monitor

OCTOBER 11, 2018

At the Online Lending Policy Institute’s (OLPI) annual summit in Washington, D.C. The summit speakers included Grovetta Gardineer, the Senior Deputy Comptroller for Compliance and Community Affairs at the OCC. Mr. Watkins indicated that the CFPB’s no-action letter policy may also be subject to review by the Bureau.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Key Takeaways Now is a good time to plan 2020 BSA/AML training and efforts to educate clients and colleagues about BSA and fraud red flags. As BSA officers, we have continuous expectations placed on us to be knowledgeable in all aspects pertaining to Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) compliance.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Takeaway 1 Loan modifications training, automating processes, and updating policies and procedures can help prepare organizations for change. A good place to start on tightening up credit risk management is updating policies and procedures for the new environment. “If Lending & Credit Risk. Fraud Prevention.

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Abrigo

APRIL 7, 2022

Not only are there in-house factors to consider, such as staffing proficiency, gaps in expertise, and niche markets to learn about, but if the institutions have dissimilar outlooks on security and compliance culture or widely different loan policies , due diligence requires you to assess potential concerns. Proactive Planning.

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CFPB Monitor

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Although bank lending partnerships with fintechs continue to receive OCC attention, recent remarks by OCC officials indicate that OCC scrutiny is now also directed at partnerships outside of the lending arena. He advised banks to closely monitor risk and compliance in these partnerships.

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Abrigo

MAY 10, 2021

Knowing these elements of an LOS and an LOS vendor is critical for senior financial institution executives either shopping for an LOS for the first time or considering an improvement to their bank or credit union’s current business lending process. Lending process management is key to timely decisions. Workflow & Analysis.

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Abrigo

APRIL 8, 2020

Provide a BSA refresher course to your lending staff. While these loans are 100% guaranteed by the SBA, fraud is still a concern. BSA compliance remains crucial to protecting financial system. Key Takeaways BSA requirements still apply to Paycheck Protection Program loans.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Key Takeaways Effective credit risk review promotes lending agility. Effective credit risk review promotes lending agility. However, many community financial institutions derive a significant portion of income from lending. Furthermore, lending is a major source of risk for most banks and credit unions.

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Abrigo

APRIL 6, 2022

In this guest column by Jeffrey Taft and Matthew Bisanz of Mayer Brown 's Financial Services Regulatory & Enforcement practice, learn more about how to be ready for compliance. The new requirements become effective on April 1, 2022, but compliance is not required until May 1, 2022. Fraud Prevention. Fraud Prevention.

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Abrigo

JULY 14, 2023

This analysis will identify CRE types where the institution may be already bumping up against its in-house policy concentration limits. For example, your top goal for next year might be to expand your lending geographic footprint. 2) Owner versus non-owner occupied, and (3) Individual or related group of borrowers.

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Abrigo

JUNE 5, 2023

This report requires (and therefore improves) communication between the credit and lending area of the bank or credit union and those responsible for liquidity management. Visualizing the institution’s lending footprint can lead to improved targeting of growth areas.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 7, 2021

In that case, this could indicate a lack of a strong culture of compliance, which will ultimately lead to further increased risk. The following other items should also be addressed within an audit or exam: Policies and procedures should be checked and updated when necessary. Fraud Prevention. Fraud Trends. Fraud Trends.

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Independent Banker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

This is particularly true for community banks preparing to undergo their next regulatory safety and soundness or compliance examination. As David Barr, spokesperson for the FDIC, points out, “a vast majority of community banks remain well-rated and exhibit satisfactory corporate governance programs and compliance management systems.”.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Its omnipresence is altering how members want to interact with their CUs, though regulatory and compliance issues often mean that members cannot reasonably expect the same lightning-fast interactions they might get from banks and FinTech firms. 19 Statistical Release, “Consumer Credit,” recently found that CUs hold $64.4

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Abrigo

JULY 16, 2021

Takeaway 1 FinCEN published its first list of priorities for AML/CFT policy, as required by the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (AMLA). Regulators will expect that each Priority has been incorporated into the institution’s policies and procedures. financial system. Would you like others articles like this in your inbox?

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Jeff For Banks

APRIL 4, 2024

Such as direct lending funds, and insurance companies. Shadow bank lending is similar to bank lending but is not subject to the same regulations, and compensating deposit balace requirements. Do bankers make exceptions to policy, ask borrowers to kick in more equity, or push borrowers out of their bank?

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CFPB Monitor

APRIL 11, 2022

The stipulated order requires the dealerships to pay $9,950,000 to the FTC to provide monetary relief to consumers, and $50,000 to the Illinois Attorney General Court Ordered and Voluntary Compliance Payment Projects Fund. In its press release , the FTC calls the settlement “a record-setting monetary judgment for an FTC auto lending case.”.

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CFPB Monitor

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The FTC has sent its annual letter to the CFPB reporting on the FTC’s activities related to compliance with the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and Regulation B. With respect to research and policy development, the letter discusses the following initiatives: Auto survey. Report on fraud in African American and Latino communities.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Financial institutions (FIs) should consider these changes when reviewing their overall BSA/AML programs and risk-based policies, procedures and practices. The FATF is charged with monitoring jurisdictions for compliance to their global AML/CTF standards, and reporting countries with strategic deficiencies. Fraud Prevention.

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Abrigo

MARCH 21, 2023

The blue line shows the effective funds rate, or the average rate at which institutions are actually lending and borrowing funds from one another. There are typically two schools of thought around regulatory compliance among financial institutions and their leaders. Specifically, Q1 2022 volume averaged $72.27 billion – a 39.7%

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Abrigo

JULY 12, 2021

The report shines a light on corruption, tax fraud, drug trafficking, and labor trafficking as being linked to environmental crime. This illicit activity has been somewhat under the radar and extremely profitable for bad actors, generating billions of dollars due to relatively low sanctions policies. Lending & Credit Risk.

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Insights on Business

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Meanwhile, according to Euromoney , banks are leveraging artificial intelligence to detect and track fraud across their networks to help limit overall risk. For many companies, however, the need for agile development conflicts with the complexity of existing processes and policies. Known as “cognitive custo.

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South State Correspondent

JUNE 27, 2023

For example, ISO 20022 provides a set of messages (you can download HERE ) to handle ATM transactions, fraud, account names, and time periods. This leads to enhanced transparency and improved accuracy and facilitates compliance with regulatory reporting requirements. Suppose your bank is not on the ISO 20022 standard.

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