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CECL Data for Credit Unions: Navigating Uncertainties

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How credit unions can manage CECL data challenges As credit unions prepare for the Current Expected Credit Loss standard, they'll uncover several data issues they'll need to address. Takeaway 1 Data is a key consideration for credit unions selecting a CECL methodology. . DOWNLOAD/WATCH. loss history.

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Countdown to CECL: A Timeline for Credit Unions

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Preparing for 2023 Credit unions have a 2023 deadline for CECL implementation, leaving limited time to refine their processes. Takeaway 1 "Analysis paralysis" and the pandemic put CECL implementation on the backburner for many credit unions. This timeline will help plan the transition. Get CECL compliant.

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Navigating distressed & problem loans: Legal & borrower considerations

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How financial institutions deal with problem loans Problem loans are a natural outcome of the risks banks and credit unions take when lending, and they should be expected over the long run during the ups and downs of the business cycle. Do not misconstrue; the bank or credit union remains at all times professional.

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How to make better lending decisions with a probability of default model

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As technology and data collection improve, banks and credit unions are finding ways to use this information to improve their loan decision making and thus improve their asset quality in the long term. A probability of default model (PDM) is a system for objectively quantifying future credit risk.

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CRE loan distress: Spot the symptoms, diagnose, and treat problem loans

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How to respond to CRE loan distress Use these tips for banks and credit unions to identify and handle commercial real estate loans that are showing signs of being problem CRE credits. Bring together the deal team, credit approvers, and workout experts to discuss and determine the grade and next steps.

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The most popular CECL, ALM, & portfolio risk blogs of the year

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The most-read portfolio risk blogs in 2023 Probability of default, CECL model validation, and stress testing were among Abrigo's top blogs on ALM, CECL, and portfolio risk this year. Takeaway 2 Management reports, probability of default, and model validation topics were found in the top blogs for risk professionals.

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ACH fraud: Lessons for AML programs from a recent court case

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Court case: Credit union held liable for ACH fraud losses A construction company argued the financial institution "failed to establish a reasonable routine" for monitoring suspicious activity alerts tied to ACH. The rerouted destination for the construction company’s vendor payments was to the credit union in this case.