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In this Compliance Clip (video), Adam discuses the two different options for using the “repeated overdrafts” hold reason and also discusses how the new inflation adjustments will change this reason.
For those interested in learning more about how the June 2019 Reg CC amendments will impact the funds availability rules, be sure to check out our Reg CC Training for Tellers in our store at www.compliancecohort.com/reg-cc-training-for-tellers.
In this Compliance Clip (video), Adam explains the two qualifications for using the repeated overdraft special exception hold and how one of those qualification is changing with the new Regulation CC amendments.
In this Compliance Clip (video), Adam explains 5 reasons why the new Regulation CC amendments are terrible for financial institutions. Okay, they aren’t really “terrible,” but they definitely aren’t ideal or as good as they could have been. As you will see in this video, there are a number of challenges this new rule creates, so it will be imperative for financial institutions to quickly create a strategy for implementing these rules. Adam concludes by providing a brief overview of a solution to help you easily navigate the challenges associated with this new rule - our new training program on the Regulation CC amendments, which can be found at https://www.compliancecohort.com/video-webinar-regulation-cc-june-2019-amendments
In this Compliance Clip (video) Adam provides an overview of the Regulation CC amendments that were released on June 24, 2019. While these amendments are really just a small part of what is yet to come (probably very soon), these amendments will cause a number of challenges for financial institutions. First of all, the $200 and $5,000 thresholds have been increased for inflation - and will continue to be increased for inflation on a regular basis. Secondly, each time the threshold is increased, a change of terms notice is going to need to be delivered to applicable customers. Finally, there are a few other minor changes in this new final rule, which Adam explains in this video.
Adam uses this Compliance Clip (video) to explain how Regulation CC holds apply to savings accounts. Specifically, Adam answers the question on how long a next day item (like a cashier’s check or treasury check) can be delayed on a savings account. After a quick deep dive into the applicability of Regulation CC, Adam explains his answer in the geeky detail that only he can deliver in such an exciting manner.
In auditing check holds over the years, I have often found violations of of Regulation CC. These violations result from a number of things, such as incorrectly calculating the amount of a hold or incorrectly choosing the wrong date to make funds available. Often times, there isn’t a pattern or practices as to why these violations occur - other than a lack of training - though I have noticed a trend of violations relating to one specific special exception hold reason: The reasonable cause to doubt collectibility.
Two sets of comments are due next week.
First, Tuesday, February 5 marks the last day to comment regarding the proposal to increase the appraisal threshold for residential real estate transactions from $250,000 to $400,000. The proposed rule provides thirteen questions for which the agencies are seeking comment.
Secondly, comments regarding the Regulation CC proposal must be in by Friday, February 8, 2019. This request for comment does two things as the proposal would first implement new changes to the Expedited Funds Availability Act and also provides an additional opportunity for public comment on the 2011 funds availability proposal that was never finalized.
On 11/20/18, the CFPB and Federal Reserve jointly issued a 58 page “proposed rule and reopening of comment period for existing proposed rule” for Regulation CC. This request for comment does two things as the proposal would first implement new changes to the Expedited Funds Availability Act and also provides an additional opportunity for public comment on the 2011 funds availability proposal that was never finalized.
Comments must be received within 60 days after the date of publication to the Federal Register.
This Compliance Clip (video) reviews the lobby disclosure requirements under Regulation CC. Adam discusses what must be in the lobby and how availability policies apply to areas like the drive-up or even the night depository. This video clip even includes a transcript.
As most of you probably know, we have been expecting a revised Regulation CC for years now. Sure, there were a few updates to Subparts A, C & D, such as new requirements for mobile deposit endorsements that went into effect on July 1, 2018, but what we are really waiting on are the revisions to Subpart B. In the meantime, however, banks are still required to comply with the rules of Subpart B of Regulation CC, including hold time frames for deposits, account disclosures, and additional disclosure requirements. While these rules have been around for years, we still continue to see questions and misunderstandings about some of these rules. In particular, I received a question this week regarding the lobby disclosure requirements under regulation CC.
