Are These Top 3 Compliance Priorities for 2017 on Your List?
2016 is coming to a close, and 2017 preparations are in full swing. Read this blog to learn 3 top compliance priorities for next year. Are they on your lis…
Operational Risk - Foreseeing the Unforeseen Costs of Outsourcing
Operational risk is the risk of financial loss when processes, people or systems fail. It can hurt a financial institution in many ways, including these...
Credit Risk - You’ll Take the Blame If Your Vendor Doesn’t Have the Credit
See the definition of credit risk.
5 Redlining Risks Your Compliance Team Can't Afford to Ignore in 2017
The regulators have sent a clear signal in 2016: Redlining is a focal point. Here are 5 Redlining risks your compliance team can't afford to ignore in 2017…
5 Fatal Flaws That Will Destroy Your Fair Lending Compliance Program
Over the years, we've noticed these 5 fatal flaws that can jeopardize your Fair Lending risk management and catch the regulators' attention. Learn more tod…
Compliance 101: Defining REMAs, Assessment Areas & More
Learn the definition of key terms like REMA, Assessment Area & Performance Context, which are essential for Fair Lending, CRA and Redlining compliance...
Community Action Groups Pressure Banks with Fair Lending Data Analysis
Community action groups are taking the lead of regulators and using Fair Lending data analysis to put pressure on local lenders. Here's how to defend yours…
5 Redlining Compliance Facts Identified in the Fair Lending Hot Topics Webinar
All year, Redlining risk has been a regulatory focal point, including at this year's annual Interagency Fair Lending Hot Topics Webinar. Learn the key...
This Year's HMDA Data is Now Public! Here's What to Do About it.
The annual release of public HMDA data always sparks discussion and delivers insight. This year is no different. Here's are five steps to take now!
Your Vendor Shortlist is Not a State Secret
Keeping your vendor shortlist a secret may seem like a good idea, but protecting it only serves to limit your options as the buyer.
Regulators Use Mystery Shoppers for $10.6M Fair Lending & Redlining Settlement
The CFPB is now using mystery shoppers to identify Fair Lending and Redlining risk, resulting in a recent $10.6M settlement. Learn about this new...
The Real Cost of Compliance for Lenders [Infographic]
The cost of compliance for banks and lenders in 2016 is high. Learn key facts and figures about the real cost of compliance with this free infographic!
5 Basics of Strong Fair Lending Compliance Management in 5 Minutes
Fair Lending compliance can be complex, but there are 5 basic elements that any strong compliance management system should have. See how yours compares!
5 Questions to Learn if Fair Lending Regression Analysis is Right for You!
Fair Lending Regression Analysis is a powerful compliance tool, but it's not right for everyone. Ask these 5 questions and learn if Regression is right...
Compete with the CFPB for Complaints...It's Good Business!
The CFPB is actively seeking consumer complaints - are you competing for access to those complaints from your consumers? You should be. Learn why.
Beware Fair Lending Risks Associated with Second Reviews & Exceptions
A recent HUD settlement highlights potential Fair Lending risks related to second reviews & exceptions. Learn about the agreement and our observations.
5 Reasons to Smile About Regulatory Compliance
If you are headed to San Diego for the ABA Regulatory Compliance Conference, please visit TRUPOINT in booth 415. Here are 5 things we're looking forward to…
Four Ways to Ensure Your Vendors Are Prepared for Disaster
If you’re dependent on a third-party vendor that can’t quickly recover from a disaster, there’s a major gap in your own business continuity plan.
Fair Lending 101: Pricing is Only One Piece of the Puzzle
Some compliance officers think Fair Lending is all about pricing risk, but it's just one piece of the puzzle. Here are the 8Fair Lending risk to know!
Limited English Proficiency & Consumer Compliance: Unpeeling the Onion
Limited English Proficiency (LEP) is an important consideration in Fair Lending compliance. Here, we'll share regulatory perspectives and our advice.
A Quick Guide to the CFPB's Supervisory Highlights Report
The CFPB's Winter 2016 Supervisory Report provides valuable guidance and insight to lenders about their priorities and the direction of the industry.
9 Regulatory Priorities for the Next 2 Years, from the CFPB
From consumer reporting to small business lending, here are 9 regulatory compliance priorities for the next 24 months that the CFPB outlined.
$2.8M Redlining Settlement Impacts Community Banks
A recent $2.8M HUD redlining settlement with a $350M bank highlights the need for strong redlining risk management system. Learn more here!
9 Keys for a Successful Fair Lending Compliance Management Program
Developing a strong Fair Lending compliance management program can be difficult. Here are the 9 key elements of a strong compliance program!
CFPB Interprets Statute of Limitations & Other Stories Every Compliance Officer Needs to Read
These are three developing compliance stories that all compliance officers need to know. You won't want to miss this!
This is How We Guarantee Compliance Success for Our Clients
Ever wondered what TRUPOINT does, why we do it, and how we add value? Here's some detail on our approach to compliance analysis and consulting.
5 Regulatory Compliance Priorities for 2016 and Beyond
Here are 5 regulator priorities for 2016 and beyond - use this insight to plan your compliance goals for the new year!
A Brief Review of Recent News Shows Redlining Risk is Red-Hot
This survey of recent redlining news shows that it's a compliance priority for the regulators, and will continue to be a focal point in 2016.
Black Friday, Card Creepers, and Aluminum; Oh My!
A glimmer of hope in this hackable world began to shine on October 1, 2015, when the issuance of EMV “chipped” credit cards became mandatory. These chips..
The Auditors are Coming! The Examiners are Coming!
If you haven’t considered switching to an automated process, you may want to before your next audit or exam. Think about how quickly you can create to do