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3 Ways Financial Institutions Can Step Up for Underserved Communities

Perficient

Institutions must also prioritize regulatory compliance and be vigilant about carrying out consequences when their employees breach these expectations. To offer another example of a bank consciously aimed at supporting the underserved, Forbes just recognized Quontic as the number one “best overall online bank.” Education and advocacy.

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Easy Ways BSA Officers Can Get Their Required Training

Abrigo

Ongoing training is at the very heart of a satisfactory Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) compliance program in financial institutions. For example, Abrigo is hosting regional seminars in six cities across the U.S. Finally, BSA officers can obtain required training using online resources from reputable thought leaders.

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Member Benefits: Fighting elder financial exploitation

Independent Banker

The online training course Elder Financial Abuse is available through all Community Banker University training plans but can also be purchased separately. Powered by the Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation, CRA Partners’ multipronged compliance program provides resources for community bankers that benefits them and their communities.

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The true cost of fraud

Abrigo

As overseers tighten the leash with stringent regulations aimed at protecting consumers, the cost of compliance grows. This is the first-time fraud has been addressed at a high level as part of AML compliance, but it makes sense. Proceeds from fraudulent activity must be laundered, so there is a direct correlation.

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Education: By Popular Demand

Independent Banker

The Compliance Institute, which is six days of classroom instruction, leads to the Certified Community Bank Compliance Officer certification. It teaches bankers how to develop a compliance program, meet lending compliance requirements, and comply with deposit and marketing regulations. Online Education Center.

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Powering-Up Tools: Your Education Resources

Independent Banker

Community Banker University offers educational opportunities through live, in-person seminars and webinars, publications, audio conferences, self-study programs and videos. It also offers online training available 24/7. Education Online. IB: Are online courses an important component of Community Banker University?

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Ways to detect and prevent money mules

Independent Banker

People became vulnerable and fell victim to various scams, such as online dating scams or work-from-home scams.”. The community bank provides free public informational seminars, which are specifically focused on vulnerable populations, such as elderly and socially isolated people.