Small Business Lending The small business lending landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the implementation of the Small Business Lending (SBL) Rule under Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act. This article will delve into some key considerations for lenders as they navigate the complexities of the new rule and evaluate technology solutions available to […]

Following the publication of this article, the Public File deadline was adjusted to January 1, 2026. CRA Public File Updates The recent lawsuit challenging the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) File Rule may have added uncertainty to the implementation timeline, but one crucial aspect remains unchanged: your CRA Public File must be updated and readily available […]

Welcome to HMDA & CRA Submission Season As the submission March 1 deadlines loom for annual CRA and HMDA data reporting, Compliance Officers can sometimes feel a bit lost in the woods. While the details of filings are always important, it’s critical to take the time to pick your head up and look at your […]

On December 20, 2023, the three Federal banking agency members of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) with Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) responsibilities — the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) (The Agencies) — announced […]

Banking, lending, and other financial institutions are required to remain in compliance with a long list of regulations, including those established by the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) of 1977. Regulatory compliance today, however, is more complicated now than it might have been in 1977 when this legislation was first enacted. Years of examination and the […]