Abrigo

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Key Takeaways The most popular blog posts on the Abrigo site reflect many of the priorities community banks and credit unions had in 2019. The top lending and credit blog posts focused on improving loan pricing, creating a better experience for borrowers, and developing risk ratings. Credit Risk. learn more.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 23, 2014

But how can this growth be managed appropriately? CEIS Review , a New York-based bank consulting firm, highlights the shift in a recent article. Community banks certainly want to remain conservative with risks and follow regulations. Blog Bank Credit Union'

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

For most consumers who have a checking account, savings account and maybe a mortgage, the regulations placed on their community bank isn’t given a second thought. Two recent surveys addressing the community banking landscape have pointed to increasing regulations as the primary cause of stress for these institutions.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Some of the most pressing challenges facing community banks and credit unions in the current banking environment include narrow interest rate margins, increasing pressure from regulators, and competition with “too-big-to-fail” mega-banks.

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Abrigo

MAY 8, 2015

In recent months, the momentum around reducing the regulatory burden on the nation’s community banks has continued to gain steam. There are more than 6,000 banks and thrifts under $10 billion in assets and they are often less equipped to deal with complexities brought by additional regulations.

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Abrigo

JUNE 8, 2017

To provide bank management and the board with an objective assessment of credit quality and ongoing portfolio management 3. To serve as a critical component of a comprehensive, enterprise-wide, risk management practice 4. Additional Resources Managing member business lending risk Hiring headache?

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

For most community banks, this is difficult to address, especially if regulatory changes continue to increase. However, community banks are well equipped to solve this issue. Many banks are beginning to hire a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to manage regulatory compliance. Blog Bank Credit Union'

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South State Correspondent

OCTOBER 10, 2022

However, over the years, there has been considerable debate at community banks on how to implement the principles of FTP to various balance sheet accounts like loans and deposits. In a future blog, we will highlight specific examples and considerations for community banks in implementing an effective FTP model.

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Abrigo

MARCH 6, 2015

March comes in like a lion for the nation’s largest banks. Yesterday the Federal Reserve announced how “the big banks” fared on their annual stress tests (The Wall Street Journal’s Briefly blog offers what to know and what is relevant about the exams). ” Blog Bank'

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

A recent data report culled from Sageworks Bank Information , a web-based data platform that includes financial and regulatory information on every U.S. bank and credit union, named the “ Top 15 community banks by commercial loan growth.” Blog Bank' From that subset of all U.S.

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Abrigo

MARCH 23, 2015

It is only natural for community banks to have loan concentrations that result from the market(s) they serve and the markets they pursue. In today’s times, a high commercial real estate (CRE) concentration is often the result of community banks pursuing opportunity in the market. Blog Bank Credit Union'

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Abrigo

JUNE 4, 2024

You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Navigating uncertain times: Strategies for risk management and compliance." watch now Takeaway 1 Banking professionals face challenges posed by interest rate changes. The panel addressed the negative perception of compliance in community banking, advocating for a shift in perspective.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

In a survey of community banks and credit unions at the 2016 Sageworks Risk Management Summit, 42 percent of respondents said Commercial Real Estate, or CRE, lending was their primary focus for loan portfolio growth. Learn more about the Sageworks Credit Risk Management Solution.

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Abrigo

MARCH 31, 2017

Commercial real estate lending continues to receive regulatory scrutiny and reminders for financial institutions to practice solid risk management. FDIC officials in March outlined several types of weaknesses in loan underwriting, administration and oversight practices that are emerging at some banks with CRE portfolios.

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Abrigo

APRIL 12, 2016

Directors overseeing a bank’s operations are important partners in supervisory efforts, the FDIC noted in the article (“A Community Bank Director’s Guide to Corporate Governance: 21st Century Reflections on the FDIC Pocket Guide for Directors.”). Risk management culture What exactly is a risk management culture?

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Abrigo

JUNE 11, 2021

Measuring Interest Rate Risk Can Vary by Institution Interest rate risk measurement plays a key role in ensuring an institution's safety and soundness. Would you like other articles on asset/liability management in your inbox? FDIC) noted in its 2021 Risk Review. Portfolio Risk & CECL. Credit Risk Management.

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Abrigo

APRIL 19, 2016

In the paper, the OCC defined responsible innovation as: The use of new or improved financial products, services, and processes to meet the evolving needs of consumers, businesses, and communities in a manner that is consistent with sound risk management and is aligned with the bank’s overall business strategy.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

While this might have been the first time many community banks and credit unions have seen returns on a digitization investment, these same automation and efficiency gains can be found in other end-to-end lending solutions. Lending & Credit Risk. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Community banks are expanding their loan portfolios to include more small business loans, according to the most recent Community Bank Performance report by the FDIC. Blog Bank Credit Union' Loans across categories increased, with commercial and industrial loans growing at the fastest rate, roughly 5.3

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Takeaway 2 Community banks may face challenges seeking reimbursement for breach of warranty claims filed with other FIs. Takeaway 3 Banks and credit unions should leverage new tools to improve check fraud prevention that can ease the burden on their staff and safeguard customers.

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Abrigo

APRIL 1, 2015

A recent Wall Street Journal article by Victoria McGrane and Jon Hilsenrath highlighted how the nation’s regulators are increasingly questioning and turning their focus toward bank boards. These smaller banks have also seen new, and more frequent, attention from regulators. How complex is the bank’s operating model?

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Abrigo

JUNE 5, 2015

The piece, titled “Why Banks Should Stop Fighting and Learn To Love Regulators,” suggests that while institutions of all sizes are grappling with increased scrutiny and regulation, the reality is that it is here to stay following the financial crisis. The practice of stress testing can also foster a more positive relationship with examiners.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 17, 2021

For banks and credit unions, this often means a deep understanding of regulations and compliance and adhering to the institution's risk management standards. Lending & Credit Risk. Portfolio Risk & CECL. Lending & Credit Risk. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

The “big guys” like Citigroup, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and others are required under the Dodd-Frank financial laws to release their findings publicly , as a step to prepare for the Fed’s annual check-up in the spring. ” Blog Credit Union'

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 6, 2017

During a Sageworks webinar on HVCRE risk management Rob Ashbaugh, senior risk management consultant at Sageworks, explained that clarifications on some of the murkier aspects of the HVCRE (high volatility commercial real estate) rule were anticipated by the industry.

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Abrigo

MARCH 6, 2017

See a similar list for the accounting profession: 15 Twitter accounts every accountant should follow 5) @rajeshkan – Rajesh Kandaswamy, research director at Gartner Group, focuses on mobile banking, mobile and cloud payments, channel convergence, digital strategy, big data analytics and outsourcing. Learn more here.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 5, 2020

Therefore, it’s essential that the credit memo captures the complete picture of the borrower to ensure proper risk management. Credit risk management has been a cornerstone of community banking, and it will continue to be a top priority in this unique credit environment. Portfolio Risk & CECL.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

They can result in sub-optimal lending for community banks and credit unions as well as the communities they serve across the country. This blog post explores examples of five key reports to provide financial institutions with insight into their credit and lending processes and their portfolios.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Indeed, deposit levels to transaction accounts among community banks exploded 74% to $896.5 31, 2019, and June 3, 2021, according to the Community Banking in the 21st Century report. Lending & Credit Risk. Portfolio Risk & CECL. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk.

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Abrigo

JULY 28, 2017

In a recent webinar for credit union executives, Danny Sharman a risk management consultant with Sageworks addressed loan data for these institutions, especially as they look toward the currect expected credit loss model (CECL) that will be required for the allowance for loan and lease losses (ALLL).

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

While this might have been the first time many community banks and credit unions have seen returns on a digitization investment, these same automation and efficiency gains can be found in other end-to-end lending solutions. Lending & Credit Risk. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk.

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ABA Community Banking

DECEMBER 5, 2014

In business banking, community bankers can’t be replaced by smartphones Lines of Business Risk Management Blogs Talking Credit Credit Risk Community Banking. 1Talking Credit'

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 20, 2020

When seeking out talent, Akin suggested focusing on change management and hiring people who are open to change, new ideas, and new technology. Community banking is here to stay, but in a way where it’s evolving and becoming more modern, and we need to attract the right talent pool to ensure we’re bridging those gaps.”.

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Abrigo

MARCH 24, 2021

Growing loans, earnings are banks' top challenges in 2021. The top banking challenges in 2021 are growing loans and earnings, according to Independent Banker’s recent 2021 Community Bank CEO Outlook survey. Lending & Credit Risk. Top Banking Challenges: Finding Growth in 2021 and Beyond. C&I Loans.

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Abrigo

APRIL 15, 2022

So far in this “ Introduction to ALM ” blog series, we’ve looked at the two different measures of interest rate risk: earnings at risk (EAR) or income at risk (IAR) and economic value of equity (EVE) or value at risk (VAR). Liquidity risk managers need to ensure that all assumptions are reasonable and appropriate.

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Abrigo

JUNE 28, 2023

Takeaway 3 Recommended reports on AML and fraud metrics for the board include those on high-risk customers and trends on types of fraud and suspicious activity seen. They wear many hats, especially in smaller community banks and credit unions. One essential obligation of BSA Officers is reporting to the board of directors.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Across the banking industry a current strategic focus is loan growth – increasing the portfolio by both acquiring new customers and expanding services offered to existing customers. Particularly for community banks and credit unions , many of which find themselves in a very competitive environment, growing a loan portfolio can be challenging.

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