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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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Governments Sending Mixed Signals On Blockchain

PYMNTS

It seems governments are a bit more open to distributed ledger technology (DLT), though that doesn’t mean blockchain companies get a free pass with regulators. We’re contemplating adding ‘Blockchain’ to our name so we’ll increase our followers by 70,000 percent,” the official Fort Worth SEC Twitter handle stated.

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FinCEN Steps up Efforts to Protect Against the Six Biggest Threats to the U.S. Financial System

Abrigo

Like other FinCEN advisories, they contain common typologies, red flags to look for, and guidance on complying with FinCEN regulations to address those threats and vulnerabilities. FIs must understand the industry, the markets, and the risks. Follow the FinCEN advisories and watch for future guidance in this growing market.

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FinCEN reissues real estate Geographic Targeting Orders

Abrigo

At the end of 2021, the Biden administration announced that they would pay closer attention to corruption in the real estate market, with a special focus on all-cash commercial and residential real estate transactions. BSA Rules and Regulation. BSA Rules and Regulation. BSA Rules and Regulation. keep me informed.

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Bankers: Is your strategy the same as your competitor?

Jeff For Banks

The Bank offers a wide range of deposit services including demand deposits, regular savings accounts, money market accounts, individual retirement accounts, and certificates of deposit with fixed rates and a range of maturity options. We believe we can effectively compete as a community bank in our market area and the niche markets we serve.

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