Webinars

In this 2-part webinar, we’ll go in-depth with a discussion of fair lending principles, expectations, and techniques. We’ll explore what’s new in the area of fair lending, to new interpretations of protected classes, to future potential legislation. We’ll also cover aspects of formulating and maintaining an effective fair lending risk assessment, a critical component of an institution’s fair lending compliance program. We’ll also explore the many risks and hot spots to monitor for fair lending, and discuss how to best comply with the new requirements and expectations. We’ll ensure you’re ready for your next fair lending compliance examination so you can put your best foot forward.

It has been years since the federal bank regulatory agencies have overhauled the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) regulations. Right now, major revisions are unfolding, but in an awkward manner. Bankers should view CRA ratings as a game. You need to learn how to play the game well. The challenge of playing the game is made more difficult as the agencies continuously change the rules of the game. This program contains core knowledge needed by all lenders and pending changes to ensure your institution wins the game.

The discussion regarding fair lending issues will be a great refresher for all of your mortgage loan originators.

This program includes a review of the SAR and its data fields.

During this part of the study, we will cover line by line these sections of the FFIEC BSA/AML Exam Manual.

Special 1071 Discussion on the Final Rule
Fair lending continues to be a hot topic in 2023. The administration and leadership have been outspoken in their priorities and goals. This means new requirements and increased enforcement to monitor. Are you keeping up with all the changes that will impact your institution? It is more critical now than ever to ensure your fair lending program covers all the bases. There are new ways of looking at lending patterns, activities, risks, and new expectations from the agencies.

It is critical that your institution has a thorough business continuity and resilience plan. This webinar reviews the FFIEC's examination objectives to ensure that your institution is prepared to meet examiner business continuity management program expectations.

It seems like the question of the legality of banking cannabis businesses has gone on forever, but it is a complex topic. With the expanding legality on the state level (although of various degrees), is now the time for your institution to jump into the fray? This webinar will discuss the current state of affairs regarding cannabis banking, including hemp production.

Keeping up with all of the rules, regulations, and laws that affect financial institution operations can be daunting for the most seasoned compliance professional; for new compliance officers, it can be overwhelming. This session is designed to provide a new bank compliance officer with tools to help make the transition on their new role easier.