Part of a Small CRA Team? Here’s How to Get the Help You Need

Part of a Small CRA Team? Here’s How to Get the Help You Need

Community development lending is a critical tool for driving impact and building stronger communities, but it requires a deep understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management. Compliance professionals and lenders are essential partners in this process,...
Finish Strong, as published in ABA Bank Compliance

Finish Strong, as published in ABA Bank Compliance

Between keeping up with Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) modernization efforts, the finalization of Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act, and increased fair banking scrutiny, compliance officers have plenty on their plates. No matter what the outcome of the proposed CRA...
What’s a Capital Stack and How Does it Work?

What’s a Capital Stack and How Does it Work?

At some point in your journey as a Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) officer, you will likely find yourself involved in a community-based public-private partnership economic development project. When this happens, your bank may have the opportunity to finance the...
The CRA Tips

The CRA Tips

https://cratoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/082-CRA-tips-podcast.mp3 As most of you know, the public file is a straightforward requirement of the CRA. Its purpose is to disclose basic information about your bank, its products and services, and how you serve the...