Earlier this week, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced an update to Section 1071, the small business lending rule, extending compliance deadlines following recent court rulings. This move, aimed at providing clarity and additional time for lenders, comes in the wake of the Supreme Court decision in CFPB v. CFSA. Background of the Rule and Legal Proceedings The small business lending rule, initially issued by the CFPB on March 30, 2023, faced a temporary
News Roundup from the CFPB: June 2024
Category: CFPB
The CFPB recently issued several press releases that could impact compliance departments in the future. These include a proposal for removing medical bills from credit reports, initiating a process to set standards for open banking, a warning against the use of fine print in contracts, and the creation of a registry for organizations that have multiple compliance violations. There is nothing that needs to be at this time, but we’ll keep an eye on these
6 Simple Time Management Techniques for Compliance Officers In the fast-paced world of community banking, compliance officers play a crucial role in navigating the complex regulatory landscape while ensuring banks’ adherence to laws and guidelines. Given the breadth of their responsibilities, effective time management isn’t just a skill — it’s a necessity. Here are the latest techniques to help compliance officers maximize their efficiency and impact: Prioritize With the Eisenhower Matrix The Eisenhower Matrix, a
A gift of equity can be a wonderful opportunity for a seller to help a family member purchase a home. It alleviates the need for a down payment and lowers the purchasing price of the home. But how does a gift of equity affect the seller and the buyer? Let’s get into the benefits for both parties, as well as the important compliance requirements for the entire process. What Is a Gift of Equity? A gift
Third Party Relationships: Guidance for Community Banks
Category: Third Party Management, Uncategorized
Last week, the OCC (Office of the Comptroller of the Currency), the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, and the FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation) collectively issued guidance for community banks on Third-Party Risk Management. The guide, coming in at around 30 pages, aims to help community banks develop and implement effective third-party risk management practices and important considerations for each state of the third-party risk management life cycle. We’ve developed a training
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