Banking/Financial Institutions

Regulatory obligations. Risk management. Tax compliance and planning.

With more than 80 years of experience serving financial institutions across the country, we develop solutions to assist financial institutions in today’s challenging economic environment. From accounting and tax to specialized risk management and consulting services, our industry specialists serve banks and savings institutions, trust organizations, credit unions, mortgage companies, and finance and leasing companies.

Dodd-Frank Act Details Impending Changes for Financial Institutions
The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act increases federal oversight to discourage high-risk behavior by institutions and protect against a repeat of recent financial turmoil. See what effects — both positive and negative — the act could have on your institution.

Web Seminar Recording - Dodd-Frank legislation and other banking industry hot topics - 8/3/2010

New Ruling Regards Mortgage Loan Officers as Non-Exempt now - Is Your Bank Compliant?
The U.S. Department of Labor recently determined that mortgage loan officers will now be considered as non-exempt employees. Mortgage loan officers were previously considered exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Commercial Real Estate Finance 2010: What Lenders Face
Financial institutions are currently encountering several regulatory and accounting issues pertaining to non-performing commercial real estate loans. This webinar addresses common concerns and strategies for alleviating them.

When is a Financial Institution Subject to State Income Tax? The Developing Concept of Economic Nexus
With the increased use of the Internet in commercial activity, state taxing authorities are focusing on imposing income taxes based on an institution's participation in a state's marketplace even without a physical presence

Mandatory Compliance Date for Regulation E Approaching
Regulation E requires consumers to affirmatively consent to overdraft services for ATM and one-time debit card transactions, and has a mandatory compliance date of July 1, 2010

Due Diligence Considerations for Bank Mergers and Acquisitions
Make sure that transaction candidates align with your strategic objectives and long-term goals

New Strategies and Rules for Bank Incentive Compensation
The Federal Reserve recently issued new regulations governing incentive compensation and risk management. This webinar will help you determine how the guidelines will affect your institution and compensation strategies.