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CRA compliance: A data-driven strategy

Abrigo

The latest CRA framework categorizes banks (CRA requirements are not extended to credit unions) into three tiers based on asset size, with differing compliance requirements: Small banks (assets under $600 million) Can opt-in to the new CRA tests or remain on a streamlined lending test that focuses on retail activities.

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The CFPB section 1071 effective date

Abrigo

Final rule Effective dates & compliance dates for rule 1071 As they do with any new requirement, financial institutions want to know when the CFPB 1071 rule is effective and when they must begin collecting and reporting data on their small business lending activities. This 2026 data needs to be reported to the CFPB by June 1, 2027.

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3 Electronic signature benefits for banks and credit unions

Abrigo

E-signature capabilities benefit both customers and staff Banks and credit unions that leverage electronic signature capabilities reap the benefits of a more efficient lending process. Takeaway 2 Digitizing the lending process with e-signature saves time as well as printing costs and means that mistakes only take a click to fix.

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3 best practices for automated small business lenders

BankInovation

billion, the automated lending wave is not expected to crest anytime soon. billion by 2026 on the back of diversifying consumer needs and an uncertain COVID-19 situation, according to a study by market research firm Markets and Markets. […]. With an estimated market value of $10.7

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3 best practices for automated small business lenders

BankInovation

billion, the automated lending wave is not expected to crest anytime soon. billion by 2026 on the back of diversifying consumer needs and an uncertain COVID-19 situation, according to a study by market research firm Markets and Markets. […]. With an estimated market value of $10.7

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Practical AI Use for Community Banks

Jeff For Banks

Example: We could use Copilot to analyze small business lending trends and launch a new product in 2026. Phase 3: Innovation (2026) Explore advanced features, like predictive lending analytics. Meeting Efficiency: In Teams, it summarizes board discussions and pulls data instantly.

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NatWest to end new business loans for oil and gas extraction

TheGuardian

Bank also plans to phase out similar lending for existing customers under its first climate transition plan NatWest has announced it will stop offering loans to new customers hoping to fund oil and gas exploration, extraction or production projects, as part of a wider climate transition plan due to be unveiled next week. Continue reading.

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