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bonus depreciation

100% Bonus Depreciation: Important Changes Coming January 1, 2023

By Pinion Editorial | October 20, 2022
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As we head into tax planning season, you need to be aware of important changes coming to bonus depreciation coming January 1, 2023. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has allowed banks to take 100% bonus depreciation on qualified property both acquired and placed in service after September 27, …

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cybersecurity

Updated Cybersecurity Resource for Community Banks

By Pinion Editorial | October 5, 2022
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It may not be the top item on your daily agenda, but tightening and maintaining security controls is imperative, and should be something you evaluate regularly.  Just ahead of the annual ‘Cybersecurity Month’ reminder, the FFIEC released an update to their Cybersecurity Resource Guide for Financial Institutions with the purpose of …

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transactions

Potential Scrutiny Around Re-presented Transactions

By Pinion Editorial | July 11, 2022
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In case you haven’t heard, the FDIC recently has been scrutinizing how banks are treating single transactions that are repeatedly rejected for insufficient funds.  Guidelines for Insufficient Funds and Fees Financial institutions may charge a non-sufficient funds (NSF) fee when a charge is presented for payment but cannot be covered …

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5 Ways Community Banks Can Recruit and Retain Talent

5 Ways Financial Institutions Can Recruit and Retain Talent

By Pinion Editorial | July 11, 2022
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Like many industries, financial institutions are fighting to recruit and retain talent in this tight labor market. Pinion’s community banking advisors have compiled the following strategies for attracting and retaining talent. 1. Implement Flexible Work Options Strategy:  Be realistic and accommodating. Working remotely and/or finding opportunities where there is scheduling …

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Community Banking Tips

Community Banking Tips, Trends, and Takeaways from 2022 Events

By Pinion Editorial | July 6, 2022
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The Pinion Community Banking team members have attended several conferences and trainings over the past month.  I just wanted to share with you a few of the highlights that stood out to us from the OBA Annual Convention, MBA Annual Convention, and the KBA Legal Update. Be prepared for what’s …

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TEFRA

TEFRA Tax Disallowance

By Pinion Editorial | July 1, 2022
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We’ve been seeing more activity with community banks purchasing non-bank qualified bonds.  It’s important to remember the tax consequences of purchasing these bonds.  For both S Corps and C Corps, the TEFRA penalty applies.  The penalty results in an interest expense disallowance equal to 100% of the proportionate amount of …

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A Look at the Modern Audit: Are You Missing Out?

A Look at the Modern Audit: Are You Missing Out?

By Pinion Editorial | June 2, 2022
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While most companies think of audits as an annual necessity, the vast majority typically keep to the same old standards and don’t know to ask for more. But the modern audit process has changed, and businesses should raise their expectations accordingly. Today’s audit should extend beyond bringing in accountants to …

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interest rates

Increased Interest Rates Spike Questions from Banks on Regulatory Capital

By Sandy Sporleder | May 5, 2022
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On March 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve increased interest rates for the first time since 2018, and we are anticipating this to continue throughout 2022. As a result, we are starting to get questions about the impact as banks are starting to see unrealized losses on their available-for-sale (AFS) securities. …

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