Abrigo

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In conversations with community banks and credit unions across the country, we’re hearing about a significant increase in line utilization, raising questions about both liquidity and credit risk. However, recent data from Abrigo shows that privately held companies across the U.S. are displaying their financial resilience.

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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. It’s about relationships.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Community financial institutions have the expertise and local ties to support small businesses, but outdated processes and risk-averse approaches often slow down their loan decisioning. Understand and meet borrower expectations For community financial institutions (CFIs), small business lending presents both a challenge and an opportunity.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Automation fosters efficiency, accuracy, and the support that community businesses need. Manual loan processing: Costly in several ways During a recent Abrigo webinar , more than a quarter (28%) of respondents answering a poll question said their institution handles all loan types the same without automation.

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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. These could be held in a local branch lobby, community center, or place of worship. Staying on top of fraud is a full-time job. Let our Advisory Services team help when you need it.

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Abrigo

MARCH 5, 2025

Explore Abrigo's suite of AI-powered developments and solutions learn more Meeting compliance and regulatory expectations Compliance remains a top priority for financial institutions, and regulators are increasingly focused on credit risk oversight. Abrigo knows better than to mess around with data privacy in banking.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Connect with an expert Red flags of a confidence scam To help clients and community members recognize and avoid confidence scams, financial institutions should educate them on the following warning signs: Too good to be true: If the person you're communicating with seems too perfect, be cautious.

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Abrigo

JUNE 28, 2024

You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Navigating uncertain times: Strategies for effective risk management and compliance." Rising-rate environment Planning ALM strategies In today's volatile economic landscape, managing interest rate risk has become a top priority for community banks.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Respondents to a poll during a recent Abrigo webinar said wire fraud was the second-highest fraud typology impacting their financial institution behind check fraud. Banks and credit unions should educate clients on how these scams operate and encourage them to verify all wire requests independently.

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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. From a community perspective, forcing individuals into culture-specific naming conventions strips customers of their identity.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

What NBFIs Should Know About Their AML Programs NBFI AML compliance requirements are top of mind in today's regulatory environment. NBFIs’ AML compliance requirements. But what about the NBFI compliance factor, particularly Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering (BSA/AML) compliance? DOWNLOAD .

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 11, 2014

While the final guidance clearly applies to larger financial institutions, community banks should still take note. ” The section further details this would only occur under extraordinary circumstances, but community banks should be aware of the new framework and even consider applying the guidelines as a proactive, best practice.

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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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Abrigo

JANUARY 1, 2016

Government Accountability Office (GAO), community banks and credit unions are starting feel the impact of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act. The GAO report, released on December 30th, examined nine Dodd-Frank rules that became effective as of October 2015 for impact on community banks and credit unions.

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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 16, 2023

Advice from a former credit union BSA Officer A former compliance officer offers considerations for creating a successful and compliant AML program at your credit union. Watch webinar Takeaway 1 Recent FinCEN consent orders show that weak compliance programs are coming under more scrutiny, especially at gap institutions.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 2, 2014

To help banks understand the requirements and associated impacts, Sageworks partnered with Crowe Horwath to lead an informative webinar later this month on preparing for Basel III. It is also important to note that disclosure starts January 1, 2015, which is also considered the compliance deadline for community banks.

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Premium benefits packages, professional development and TLC during the pandemic—this year’s winners do everything in their power to keep their community bankers happy and fulfilled. We asked both leaders and staffers to tell us what makes their community banks stand out as employers. Key Community Bank: Leading by example.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 26, 2024

You might also like this webinar: "Conducting an effective Q factor framework." Understanding how to identify these potential CECL risks is essential for ensuring compliance and accuracy in credit loss estimates. Robust risk assessments are crucial for model oversight and governance.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Advice from a former credit union BSA Officer A former compliance officer offers considerations for creating a successful and compliant AML program at your credit union. Watch webinar Takeaway 1 Recent FinCEN consent orders show that weak compliance programs are coming under more scrutiny, especially at gap institutions.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

You might also like " CECL Streamlined: A Webinar Series for 2023 Adopters". The decision appears to mark the board’s final word on ongoing petitions from community banks and credit unions who asked for a delay or total exemption. 15, 2022 (effectively, by January 1, 2023, for most institutions). Where to Begin. keep me informed.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Navigating uncertain times: Strategies for effective risk management and compliance." Rate cuts may introduce pressure, but with the right strategies in place, banks and credit unions can effectively manage interest rate risk and continue to serve their communities.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In this blog, we explore how banks and credit unions have adapted their approach to Q factors under CECL and share insights from an Abrigo advisory webinar on managing this critical part of the ACL process. This ensures that auditors can easily trace decisions and verify compliance.

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Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Would you like other articles on fraud and AML/CFT compliance in your inbox? Using regtech in banking With new federal regulatory and compliance challenges like the CFPB rule on the horizon, more and more community financial institutions are exploring regtech in banking and finance. What is regtech?

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Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Would you like other articles on fraud and AML/CFT compliance in your inbox? Using regtech in banking With new federal regulatory and compliance challenges like the CFPB rule on the horizon, more and more community financial institutions are exploring regtech for banks to enhance their processes. What is regtech?

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Abrigo

JUNE 19, 2022

You might also like these webinars especially for 2023 CECL adopters: "CECL Streamlined." And while regulators said some institutions would find the ELE tool useful for CECL, they acknowledged it did not represent a preferred method of regulators or a “safe harbor” method for GAAP compliance. keep me informed. Related Subhead.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2022

The pandemic forced industries to accelerate their adoption of digital applications, and community banking was no exception. And as banking processes increasingly moved online, community bankers needed to fortify their online defenses against fraud and cybercrime. In August, ICBA hosted the Bank Security Institute. Tiffany Lukk.

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Abrigo

APRIL 7, 2022

You might also like this webinar, "Mergers & Acquisitions in a CECL Environment." Community banks with small asset sizes might merge with other small institutions whose branches complement one another, and larger banks may acquire smaller ones whose services fit their offerings. Proactive Planning. Get organized.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 16, 2019

During a recent webinar hosted by the American Bankers Association, an executive with an SEC filer under a 2020 CECL implementation deadline provided first-hand advice on the challenges and progress related to CECL adoption. During the webinar, Felicity Ours, CPA, CRC, of Summit Financial Group (NASDAQ: SMMF), a $2.2 Get started.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 17, 2024

You might like this upcoming webinar, " Unveiling human trafficking: Perspectives, realities, and strategies." Takeaway 2 AML staff should recognize human trafficking red flags and know their customers well to help detect suspicious activity in their communities. Know the red flags to watch for. and worldwide.

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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. How can community financial institution leaders manage their challenges and seize their opportunities at the same time?

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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 3 Articles specific to small community banks were among the most-read blogs, with best practices for construction lending at the top of the list.

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Abrigo

MAY 24, 2024

The FedNow Service enables community financial institutions to stay competitive by meeting instant payment demands. Resources like this webinar, "Embracing FedNow," offer valuable insights on FedNow's AML and fraud implications, as well as best practices for employee training, customer education, and infrastructure reviews.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

A strong loan review function is especially important for helping financial institutions be nimble, he explained during the recent webinar “ Best Practices for Credit Analysts.” However, many community financial institutions derive a significant portion of income from lending. Being able to move quickly is a business advantage.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Data collection requirements The CFPB 1071 rule is a top compliance concern According to a recent survey , financial institution executives’ top regulatory compliance concern is the final rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on data collection for small business loan applications.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 8, 2016

The GAO acknowledged that community banks, credit unions and their professional industry associations reported increased compliance burdens and reduced activity in specific business activities, such as certain mortgage lending, as a result of Dodd-Frank.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

You might also like this webinar, "Unraveling risk rating: Making sense of your best early warning tool." Effective CECL model validation: A framework During a 2023 Abrigo webinar, about two-thirds of participants said their financial institutions had a model risk management process in place, as well as an inventory of models.

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