CRA Tips, regulatory change, and an occasional deep thought…
Quick tips, CRA concepts and an occasional deep thought…
CRA Today Blog
What To Do Now That CRA Regulatory Change Has Arrived
Whether you like it or not, Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) regulatory change is here. Unless you’re near retirement age and can say, “I’m out,” the new CRA rules are likely to bring more pressure to your department and make your job a lot more challenging. While...
How First Northern Bank of Dixon Found the Perfect CRA Support Team
Ever feel like you’re missing the CRA support you need? Having to comply with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) means tracking a lot of data and learning a lot of new information. But resources are scarce for bankers coming into a CRA role, and finding this support...
Driving Impact and Building Trust: The Power of Collaboration Between Compliance Professionals and Lenders in Community Development Lending
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
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...
Part of a Small CRA Team? Here’s How to Get the Help You Need
Are you part of a small CRA team? Many CRA departments are made up of only one or two people, and this makes it difficult to get everything done. You’ve been charged with meeting the credit needs of your community, which means tracking, managing, and reporting your...
The worklife of a CRA professional has two seasons ...
... you are either preparing for an exam or recovering from one!
The worklife of a CRA professional has two seasons …
… you are either preparing for an exam or recovering from one!
Here you will find a bundle of resources crafted to support your exam prep efforts and outcomes, tailored for preparing for an exam in the next 12 months. These resources will demystify preparation for your upcoming CRA examination, using industry best practices and a little bit of regulatory pixie dust.