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Celebrating FinCrime Fighter Day: Honoring the heroes of financial security

Abrigo

Say "thank you" this National FinCrime Fighter Day BSA professionals and financial crime fighters are tasked with the challenge of protecting our financial system daily. October 26 is National Financial Crime Fighter Day , and it’s the perfect time to pause and applaud everything these professionals do. It’s about relationships.

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Improve loan decisioning: 5 ways to serve small businesses better

Abrigo

Community financial institutions have the expertise and local ties to support small businesses, but outdated processes and risk-averse approaches often slow down their loan decisioning. M anaging, not avoiding, small business lending A common reason banks hesitate to expand small business lending is the fear of risk.

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Fraud typologies all financial institutions should know

Abrigo

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. 880,418 c omplaints were registered, with potential losses exceeding $12.5

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Here is The Largest Reason for Community Bank Consolidation

South State Correspondent

Community banks (under $10B in assets) serve a key role for borrowers, local communities, and the broader US economy. Community banks are better positioned than many other creditors to follow and adapt to local economies, industries and trends, thereby, being better stewards of capital.

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Crafting an effective CECL Q factor framework for stronger risk management

Abrigo

For example, local economic conditions might weigh more heavily for a regional bank, while a national institution might focus on broader market trends. Typical Q factors include changes in underwriting standards, shifts in economic conditions, concentrations in specific loan types or industries, and changes in portfolio composition.

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Loan Hedging for Community Banks in 2024

South State Correspondent

Community banks’ use of swaps (banks’ primary tool to hedge interest rate risk on loans) has increased substantially over the last ten years. Meanwhile, community banks face net interest margin (NIM) and fee income pressure. Meanwhile, community banks face net interest margin (NIM) and fee income pressure.

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Investment accounting compliance: How technology helps

Abrigo

Meeting investment accounting and reporting requirements The right technology tools can help institutions manage investment accounting compliance and risk exposure across various investment types. Investment accounting compliance not only minimizes operational risks but also reduces regulatory scrutiny. banking regulations.