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RESPA and HMDA Violations: What to Know

In the second half of 2023, the CFPB penalized Freedom Mortgage for violating both RESPA and HMDA. Here’s what community banks need to know about complying with these acts.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert

Compliance & Risk
Update: Check Re-Presentment Guidance

By Mary Thorson Wright

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Member Benefits: Tips for IT Outsourcing

By Rachel Hatcher

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Compliance & Risk
How Technology Can Simplify Banks' Workflow

By Judith Sears

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Leveling Up: How Community Banks Should Navigate Asset Size Growth Thresholds

By Cheryl Winokur Munk

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Tips for Better Community Bank CMS Testing

By Mary Thorson Wright

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How community banks serve immigrants

By Cheryl Winokur Munk

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How your bank should handle consumer complaints

By Mary Thorson Wright

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How your bank can stay compliant on social media

By Mary Thorson Wright

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Protect your bank from remote deposit capture risks

By Colleen Morrison

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Let's define 'unfair, deceptive or absuive'

By Mary Thorson Wright

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Focus: The Right to Financial Privacy Act

By Mary Thorson Wright

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What happens when a bank hits $10 billion?

By Susan Springer