Links in “Agencies”
- End of an Era: Goodbye to “Forms”
In keeping with technology, FinCEN announces that the "Forms" Page is now "Filing Information." We think there might be a few more Anachronies in the Banking World out there. Still periodic FinCEN site visiting is wise. [7/1]
- Serving It Up for Directors
FDIC Offers New Video Program Aimed at Guiding Directors. Six offered episodes cover IRR, TPR, Governance, CRA, IT and BSA. [7/1]
- CFPB’s Guide to Avoiding Enforcement
Want to avoid the Regulatory Sting: Self-Policing, Self-Reporting, Remediation and Cooperation. CFPB lays out clear strategies for every FI. [6/28]
- CFPB $6.5 Million Fine Against US Bank for Deceptive Auto Program Aimed at Servicemembers
Critical lessons for all auto lenders to avoid enforcement penalties, supervisory citations and regulatory enforcement. Important lessons. Expands key UDAAP-Type Principles. [6/28]
- New Tool: TARP Tracker
Not quite sure what you'll get out of this, but it's interactive & colorful! [6/27]
- CFPB: We’ve Got our Eye on Them Too
Just so you don't think its just you, CFPB issues rules on supervising nonbanks. Size is not a factor.
Take home for FIs: affiliate/subsidiary risk just went up! [6/27]
- Bill: Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to be Replaced by New Mortgage Guarantor
New Senate bill, the Housing Reform Taxpayer Protection Act, would wind down Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and replace them with a new mortgage guarantor, the Federal Mortgage Insurance Corporation (FMIC); winding down process would take five years and mortgage lenders would not be required to submit loans to FMIC unless they want the government guarantee. [6/26]
- CFPB Seeks to Pave Way for Clear Way
Proposal touches broad range of implementation issues regarding Clear Way as CFPB attempts promotion of smooth transition on Mortgage Rules. [6/26]
- Death of Fannie & Freddie Proposed
Will logic prevail or will the future be business as usual? The argument begins. [6/25]
- FTC Against Unclear Promotions
Interesting angle on deception in advertising. Application to FIs merits consideration. [6/25]




