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FinCEN issues AML/CFT priorities

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued the first government-wide priorities for anti-money-laundering and counter-financing-terrorism policy.
July 01, 2021 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Compliance 

ICBA Supports Senate Bill Offering Tax Relief for Rural Lending

The Independent Community Bankers of America today expressed its strong support for the Senate introduction of the Enhancing Credit Opportunities in Rural America (ECORA) Act to support farmers, ranchers and rural homeowners.
July 01, 2021 | Press Release   Agriculture 

IRS enables direct deposit updates for Child Tax Credit payments

The IRS upgraded an online tool to enable families to update their bank account information so they can receive their monthly Child Tax Credit payment.
July 01, 2021 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Taxes & Budget 

Vanessa Hanson Joins ICBA Marketing and Communications Department as Director of Digital and Social Engagement

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), announced today the hire of Vanessa Hanson as director of digital and social engagement.
July 01, 2021 | Press Release  

Banking on minority-owned businesses

Four community banks came together to launch a $1 million interest-free loan program to help local business owners who have faced barriers to the traditional banking system.
July 01, 2021 | Independent Banker   Advocacy 

How cryptocurrency may be going mainstream

Beyond all the hype, cryptocurrency has unequivocally gained a loyal following, and mainstream financial players are taking notice. Is it time community banks got involved in crypto? One community bank has found its entry to the market.
July 01, 2021 | Independent Banker   Payments 

Your 2021 physical security assessment checklist

While social distancing measures may be eased in many areas, they’ve had a large effect on branch security over the past year. Here’s what to look for when doing a physical security assessment to account for the latest trends in customer—and criminal—behavior.
July 01, 2021 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

What’s a special-purpose credit program?

In an effort to help financial institutions expand access to credit, the CFPB recently addressed regulatory uncertainty around special-purpose credit programs, or SPCPs. These programs are intended to help those who would not otherwise have access to credit.
July 01, 2021 | Independent Banker   Compliance Lending 

Why community banks are acquiring nonbanks

Acquiring a wealth management firm, fintech, title business or other nonbank organization can unlock new opportunities for community banks. These acquisitions can add new revenue generators, specialized employees and other assets to a community bank in place of organic growth. But experts say that finding the right business to acquire can be tricky.
July 01, 2021 | Independent Banker   Growing the Community 

Rebeca Romero Rainey: Starting a new chapter

As we enter a new chapter and start a new financial statement cycle, know that ICBA will be there to support you with tools, resources and advocacy efforts.
July 01, 2021 | Independent Banker  

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