Abrigo

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Despite borrowing more and tapping credit lines, they're managing leverage and meeting debt obligations, according to Abrigo's proprietary data. As rates stay high, concerns about credit risk and borrower health are top of mind for bank and credit union leaders, especially as it relates to lending to small businesses. Nearly all U.S.

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South State Correspondent

JULY 19, 2023

Of the largest 250 banks, 90% are using interest rate swaps, and because these largest 250 banks hold 83% of all loans, interest rate hedging tools are widely used in approximately 75% of the loan marketplace. This is why the current inverted yield curve makes loan hedging especially attractive to community banks.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 26, 2024

With so many BSA/AML enforcement actions, it is clear that the regulatory environment is tightening up its expectations and is actively pursuing action when needed," said Abrigo Senior Risk Management Consultant Elissa Brewer. Compliance is not optional," said Josh Hawkins, Senior Director of Abrigos Financial Crimes Investigation Unit.

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Jeff For Banks

MARCH 3, 2025

Our recognition as the #3 community bank in the state by GOBankingRates in 2025 reflects our commitment to Growing, Together with the communities we serve. Yet, the banking industry is at a turning point. My goal is to convince you to approve a pilot program that will cement our position as a leader in community banking.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 11, 2014

In September, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) published final guidelines designed to “strengthen the governance and risk management practices of large financial institutions.” While the final guidance clearly applies to larger financial institutions, community banks should still take note.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 8, 2014

This article is the first in a two-part series on top concerns and growth strategies of community banks. Regulatory compliance. Risk management. These are all phrases that resonate with community bankers. Regulatory Compliance. Community bankers are not keeping these concerns to themselves.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 6, 2021

How can community financial institutions thrive in 2021? Community banks provide unique and important banking services for their customers, but they also face significant obstacles. Takeaway 1 Community banks play an important role in the economy and their communities, but they face significant obstacles.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 3, 2015

According to a recent survey by the American Bankers Association (ABA), more than 46 percent of respondents had to reduce offerings for loan or deposit accounts, or other services, at their bank because of regulatory compliance burdens. A recent Forbes commentary, Dodd-Frank, Community Bank Decline, And The Effect On U.S.

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2022

Ken Finley, president of Johnson City Bank, in downtown Johnson City with Shannon Sultemeier, executive vice president (left); and Brenda Haynes, vice president/cashier (right). Here’s how four community banks are thriving in this environment. Photo by Dennis Burnett. By Mindy Charski. Deepening roots.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 7, 2018

Community banking can be one of the most rewarding and most challenging areas of financial services in which to work — that’s the view, anyway, of Rebeca Romero Rainey, president and CEO of Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) , who recently joined the nation’s leading advocacy organization that exclusively represents community banks.

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

We asked both leaders and staffers to tell us what makes their community banks stand out as employers. Key Community Bank: Leading by example. Key Community Bank. At the heart of Key Community Bank’s work culture is connection. Greg Dennis, Key Community Bank. “We

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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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Banking Exchange

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Due to the ongoing pandemic, small businesses are struggling Community Banking Feature3 Feature Compliance People Compliance Management Compliance/Regulatory PPP Covid19.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 22, 2024

FinCrime fighters aren’t just checking boxes for compliance. At Abrigo, we’ve always focused on helping financial institutions thrive—not just for their own benefit but for the sake of the communities they serve. Making a difference in communities Banking is more than just numbers and transactions.

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Abrigo

JUNE 28, 2023

Share these reports on AML activities to inform directors Reporting to the board on AML and fraud compliance is an essential obligation. Why regular reports matter Board reporting on AML compliance activities BSA Officers have a lot of responsibilities. They wear many hats, especially in smaller community banks and credit unions.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Independent Banker ’s annual Community Bank CEO Outlook survey reveals how community bank leaders plan to leverage today’s deposit-laden banking environment to grow this year. Janet Silveria, Community Bank of Santa Maria. So, what’s at the top of community bank leaders’ to-do lists?

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Abrigo

JUNE 4, 2024

Navigating credit quality, compliance, and technology integration The ThinkBIG conference hosted by Abrigo fosters networking and professional development for bankers. You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Navigating uncertain times: Strategies for risk management and compliance."

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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. The regulatory compliance aspect is critical, CEIS notes.

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ABA Community Banking

MARCH 18, 2020

Amid the global coronavirus pandemic—and a massive response by policymakers—how can community banks best meet customer and employee needs while managing their balance sheets and loan portfolios? The post Podcast: A Community Bank Coronavirus Playbook appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Abrigo

APRIL 12, 2016

The FDIC is offering a fresh take on how a bank’s board of directors should understand and manage risk. The regulator’s April edition of Supervisory Insights provides what the FDIC called a “refresher” on its Pocket Guide for Directors, the 1988 booklet outlining the basic duties and responsibilities of a bank’s board of directors.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Think of banking and you might think of lending and deposits, where firms make money on the spread between what they pay savers and what they take in from borrowers. But banks cannot live on interest alone. Additional financial products and services must round out traditional banking activities.

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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. Regulators and industry consultants agree that community banks are generally doing a great job handling their regulatory oversight and requirements.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 31, 2023

Teaching staff these KYC tips to make clients feel more comfortable In 2023, KYC procedures must both support CDD compliance and make sure your institution is a welcoming place for all customers. You might also like this resource, "Customer due diligence checklist." Miss” and thus alienating nonbinary customers.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

According to CB Insight , community bankers felt Q3 was a light one in terms of regulatory compliance. However, the Q3 2014 Banking Compliance Index (BCI), shows otherwise. According to the data, the average financial institution spent an additional $45,264 in Q3 to manage regulatory changes. Involve the Board.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Connect with an expert Common fraud schemes Check fraud Check fraud is one of the most concerning fraud trends for community banks in 2025. The technology used to perpetrate financial crimes may be changing, but these common fraud typologies aren't going anywhere. Let our Advisory Services team help when you need it.

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Abrigo

JULY 15, 2015

The transition from compliance to consulting makes sense: tax season is just that, a “season,” and nearly 60 percent of respondents to a Sageworks survey indicated they saw an increase in total revenue by adding financial services to their accounting practice.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Relationship focus helps CFIs Small banks can leapfrog competitors and better serve their communities by combining their unique advantages with smart management and partnerships. Takeaway 3 With effective technology, the bank can continue to grow its portfolio without necessarily adding staff.

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South State Correspondent

JANUARY 16, 2024

Barings Bank, Orange County (CA), Enron, Long-Term Capital Management, and other entities misused derivatives or didn’t understand the difference between hedging and speculating. Some bankers will soon hear about another example of banks using derivatives that, unfortunately, will lead to losses. No ISDA documents.

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South State Correspondent

OCTOBER 24, 2024

For efficiency, banks should give special consideration to data aggregators that can also help with retail and commercial accounting opening, onboarding, and maintenance, as well as with compliance and know-your-customer requirements. This places banks in a precarious position.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

download NOW Takeaway 1 The most popular blog posts on the Abrigo site reflect many of the priorities community banks and credit unions had in 2023. Takeaway 2 The top lending and credit blog posts focused on the benefits of banking technology, interest rate management, and developing risk ratings.

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ABA Community Banking

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Insights from the 2022 Federal Reserve/CSBS survey of community banks. The post One in 10 community banks planning to launch crypto services appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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South State Correspondent

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

This educational video was designed to give banks an introduction to what hedging can do for a bank and for a bank''s customer in addition to managing their respective asset-liability position.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

While the pace of bank regulatory changes has diminished from a few years ago, several issues will either become effective or likely develop in 2023. Community banks must continue to stay focused on regulatory discussions and remain nimble to respond to proposals and address requirements quickly and accurately. Quick Stat.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 26, 2018

Wells Fargo, weeks after it was hit with a rare enforcement action from the Federal Reserve, is overhauling its risk management processes and announced internally that four top risk management executives would be retiring. In reference to corporate governance, Wells Fargo has two months to boost board oversight and compliance efforts.

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Banking Exchange

MARCH 25, 2020

Its full time employees would receive extra compensation of $600 if they make less than $100,000 a year Management Feature Compliance Management Community Banking Feature3 The Economy Human Resources Financial Trends.

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Independent Banker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

A community bank’s practical guide to compliance cost control. When it comes to reducing compliance costs, recommendations typically fall into complicated territory. Complicated or not, one thing is certain: Community banks can’t afford to skimp on their compliance efforts. By Jim Kisch.

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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. This reflects a larger industry trend.

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