So, the Government may shut down. Again. This has happened before and will likely happen again. When this happens, one of the many “non-essential” services and programs is the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). So, what do we do if/when a shutdown happens? If there is a disruption to the NFIP, we should be prepared […]
In a Government Shutdown the National Flood Insurance Program Could be Affected Read More »
Based on the 4.6% increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) in effect on June 1, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released a number of new thresholds which go into effect on January 1, 2024. They include: Additionally, these changes affected the HOEPA threshold amounts found under 1026.32 based on the 4.9% increase
New Threshold Amounts for 2024 under Regulation Z CARD Act, HOEPA and QM Sections Read More »
If you are not regulated by the NCUA then you can skip to the end of this Special Release. If you are regulated by the NCUA, then you need to know the CFPB amended some addresses in Regulation B, Regulation V and a website referencing Regulation Z APR Table. The August 25, 2023 Federal Register
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What flies like a bird and is something we never have enough of? Of course, it’s Time. You don’t need to look at a calendar to know we are more the done with half the year and summer is nearing its end; all you have to do is walk through your favorite store or watch
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So, if this article looks familiar, that’s because we sent out a similar version in the past two years and there is still some confusion as some institutions are open and some are closed. On June 17, 2021, the US got its first national holiday in 38 years. June 19 has been designated as “Juneteenth
A New Federal Holiday and an Old Federal Holiday – Alleviate The Confusion Read More »
On August 8, 2022 in the Federal Register (and a correction on August 12) the FDIC reported they had renamed the Consumer Response Center to the “National Center for Consumer and Depositor Assistance”. This Division is referenced in the Fair Housing regulation at 12 CFR 338 and in the Consumer Protection in Sales of Insurance
FDIC Name Change – Updated, Again Read More »
Most of you have likely received an email bulletin from the CFPB HMDA Help regarding data issues in reporting the Street Address Field. It’s important to note this is regarding errors in the Street Address field only and not in other fields such as City/State/Zip and has nothing to do with geocoding the Census Tract.
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April brings many special events – baseball’s home opener, spring showers to bring May flowers, and let’s not forget the CRA Public File update. Section 43(e) of your bank’s CRA regulation states the Public File should be current as of April 1st each year. To help you, we’ve included some handy information to ensure your
April 1st is Fast Approaching: Did You Update Your CRA Public File? Read More »
Because of the recent Bank failures, your customers may feel skittish today. Although the news pundits all are saying deposit accounts are insured up to $250,000, we know this may not be the case. Consider having Management craft a statement message or online banking alert assuring customers their funds are insured. You should also ensure
FDIC Insurance – Communication is Key Read More »
The death knell for junk fees has sounded. There are emerging compliance risks surrounding junk fees that are gaining steam in Washington. While not new, the intensity or vigor of the current administrations’ pursuit of crimes (in their estimation) is increasing. Below is a link to two ABA article summaries which just came out on
Time to Put Your Junk in the Trunk? Read More »
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