Last week, the CFPB released the 2025 HMDA Filing Instructions Guide (FIG). In case you haven’t used a FIG before, it is a technical resource designed to help HMDA covered financial institutions file annual HMDA data. The 2025 HMDA FIG is for filing data collected in 2025 and reported in 2026. Though there are a few updates in the Filing Instructions Guide, the FFIEC reported that there are no significant changes to the submission process
Edit: On September 26, 2024 the President signed legislation passed by Congress that extends the National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP’s) authorization to Dec. 20, 2024. ________ The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is set to expire September 30th, 2024, unless congress votes to extend it. Is your institution prepared to handle a Flood Insurance Lapse? Here’s what that means for your financial institution: Your institution’s ability to close loans requiring Flood Insurance will be
As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of compliance, staying informed about regulatory updates is crucial for your organization’s success. Earlier this month we released our 2024 Year-To-Date Regulatory Review – a comprehensive, free resource designed to keep you ahead of the curve. This free downloadable PDF offers a concise overview of the most significant regulatory changes and trends that have emerged from January through August of this year. Whether you’re a compliance officer, risk manager,
Federal Regulators Extend Comment Period For RFI on Bank-Fintech Partnerships
Category: FDIC, Federal Reserve Board, OCC
On September 13, 2024, Federal regulators (FDIC, OCC, FBR) announced an extension of the comment period for its Request for Information (RFI) concerning partnerships between banks and financial technology (fintech) companies. Originally set to close at the end of September 2024, the new deadline is now October 30, 2024. Key Highlights of the Announcement Purpose of the RFI: The regulators aim to gather insights on the evolving landscape of bank-fintech partnerships, particularly regarding how these
FDIC Releases Second Set of Q&A on Required Use of FDIC Logo: Key Takeaways for Financial Institutions
Category: FDIC
FDIC Releases Second Set of Q&A on Required Use of FDIC Logo: Key Takeaways for Financial Institutions In a move to ensure clarity around compliance with its regulations, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has issued a second set of Questions and Answers (Q&A) on its final rule, “Use of the FDIC Official Sign and Advertising Statement” (Part 328). This new release builds on the FDIC’s ongoing efforts to promote transparency and guide banks
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