fnwd20220630_10q.htm
 
 
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
 
FORM 10-Q
 
 
(Mark One)
☒
Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
 
For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 or
 
☐
Transition report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
 
For the transition period from ______ to ______
 
Commission File Number: 0-26128
 
Finward Bancorp
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
  Indiana
35-1927981
 
  (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation
(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)
 
  or organization)
   
       
  9204 Columbia Avenue
   
         Munster , Indiana       
46321
 
  (Address of principal executive offices)
(ZIP code)
 
 
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: ( 219 ) 836 ‑ 4400
 
  N/A
 
  (Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
 
 
 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
 
Title of each class
Trading
Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which
registered
Common stock, no par value
FNWD
The NASDAQ Stock Market, LLC
 
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ☒ No ☐
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).
Yes ☒                   No ☐
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer”, “smaller reporting company”, and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act:
Large accelerated filer ☐ Accelerated filer ☐ Non-accelerated filer ☒
Smaller Reporting Company ☒ Emerging growth company ☐
 
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ☐ No ☒
 
There were 4,297,900  shares of the registrant’s Common Stock, without par value, outstanding at August 15, 2022.
 
 
 
 
 
Finward Bancorp
Index
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                
 
Page
 
Number
PART I. Financial Information
 
 
 
Item 1.  Unaudited Financial Statements and Notes
1
 
 
Item 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
29
 
 
Item 3.  Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
42
 
 
Item 4.  Controls and Procedures
42
 
 
PART II. Other Information
43
 
 
SIGNATURES
44
 
 
EXHIBITS
 
31.1 Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) Certification of Chief Executive Officer
 
31.2 Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) Certification of Chief Financial Officer
 
32.1 Section 1350 Certifications
 
101 XBRL Interactive Data File
 
 
 
 
 
 
Finward Bancorp
Consolidated Balance Sheet
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  June 30, 2022
(unaudited)
    December 31,
2021
 
                 
ASSETS
               
                 
Cash and non-interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions
  $ 20,844     $ 12,725  
Interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions
    55,602       19,987  
Federal funds sold
    2,856       464  
                 
Total cash and cash equivalents
    79,302       33,176  
                 
Certificates of deposit in other financial institutions
    1,482       1,709  
                 
Securities available-for-sale
    400,466       526,889  
Loans held-for-sale
    1,525       4,987  
Loans receivable, net of deferred fees and costs
    1,474,381       966,720  
Less: allowance for loan losses
    ( 13,406 )     ( 13,343 )
Net loans receivable
    1,460,975       953,377  
Federal Home Loan Bank stock
    3,038       3,247  
Accrued interest receivable
    6,892       5,444  
Premises and equipment
    45,985       31,385  
Cash value of bank owned life insurance
    31,571       31,440  
Goodwill
    22,615       11,109  
Other intangible assets
    5,588       3,126  
Other assets
    42,046       14,854  
                 
Total assets
  $ 2,101,485     $ 1,620,743  
                 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
               
                 
Deposits:
               
Non-interest bearing
  $ 370,567     $ 295,294  
Interest bearing
    1,546,648       1,138,907  
Total
    1,917,215       1,434,201  
Repurchase agreements
    24,536       14,581  
Accrued expenses and other liabilities
    23,080       15,346  
                 
Total liabilities
    1,964,831       1,464,128  
                 
Commitments and contingencies
                   
                 
Stockholders' Equity:
               
Preferred stock, no par or stated value; 10,000,000 shares authorized, none outstanding
    -       -  
Common stock, no par or stated value; 10,000,000 shares authorized; shares issued and outstanding: June 30, 2022 - 4,296,949 December 31, 2021 - 3,480,701
               
Additional paid-in capital
    68,623       30,430  
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income
    ( 57,781 )     4,276  
Retained earnings
    125,812       121,909  
                 
Total stockholders' equity
    136,654       156,615  
                 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
  $ 2,101,485     $ 1,620,743  
 
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
 
 
1
 
 
 
Finward Bancorp
Consolidated Statements of Income
(unaudited)
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Three Months Ended June 30,
    Six Months Ended June 30,
 
(Unaudited)
  2022
    2021
    2022
    2021
 
Interest income:
                               
Loans receivable
  $ 15,221     $ 10,275     $ 28,507     $ 21,021  
Securities
    2,469       2,144       5,066       4,105  
Other interest earning assets
    50       16       61       36  
                                 
Total interest income
    17,740       12,435       33,634       25,162  
                                 
Interest expense:
                               
Deposits
    389       549       726       1,200  
Repurchase agreements
    26       12       42       22  
Borrowed funds
    27       2       33       22  
                                 
Total interest expense
    442       563       801       1,244  
                                 
Net interest income
    17,298       11,872       32,833       23,918  
Provision for loan losses
    -       576       -       1,154  
                                 
Net interest income after provision for loan losses
    17,298       11,296       32,833       22,764  
                                 
Noninterest income:
                               
Fees and service charges
    1,560       1,471       2,864       2,537  
Wealth management operations
    588       576       1,183       1,183  
Gain on sale of loans held-for-sale, net
    291       1,116       898       3,165  
Gain on sale of securities, net
    258       269       639       686  
Increase in cash value of bank owned life insurance
    193       188       445       357  
Gain (loss) on sale of foreclosed real estate
    -       36       -       27  
Other
    6       24       11       38  
                                 
Total noninterest income
    2,896       3,680       6,040       7,993  
                                 
Noninterest expense:
                               
Compensation and benefits
    7,538       5,897       14,905       11,582  
Data processing
    1,246       597       4,300       1,125  
Occupancy and equipment
    1,729       1,324       3,229       2,696  
Marketing
    385       195       1,036       394  
Federal deposit insurance premiums
    380       204       599       384  
Other
    3,898       2,793       7,376       5,322  
                                 
Total noninterest expense
    15,176       11,010       31,445       21,503  
                                 
Income before income tax expenses
    5,018       3,966       7,428       9,254  
Income tax expenses
    587       395       862       1,140  
                                 
Net income
  $ 4,431     $ 3,571     $ 6,566     $ 8,114  
                                 
Earnings per common share:
                               
Basic
  $ 1.04     $ 1.03     $ 1.60     $ 2.33  
Diluted
  $ 1.04     $ 1.03     $ 1.59     $ 2.33  
                                 
Dividends declared per common share
  $ 0.31     $ 0.31     $ 0.62     $ 0.62  
 
 
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
 
2
 
 
 
Finward Bancorp
 
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive (Loss) Income
 
(unaudited)
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Three Months Ended June 30,
    Six Months Ended June 30,
 
    2022
    2021
    2022
    2021
 
                                 
Net income
  $ 4,431     $ 3,571     $ 6,566     $ 8,114  
                                 
Net change in net unrealized gains and losses on securities available-for-sale:
                               
Unrealized (loss) gain arising during the period
    ( 30,521 )     5,624       ( 77,910 )     ( 2,137 )
Less: reclassification adjustment for gains included in net income
    ( 258 )     ( 269 )     ( 639 )     ( 686 )
Net securities (loss) gain during the period
    ( 30,779 )     5,355       ( 78,549 )     ( 2,823 )
Tax effect
    6,460       ( 1,126 )     16,492       591  
Other comprehensive (loss) gain, net of tax
    ( 24,319 )     4,229       ( 62,057 )     ( 2,232 )
                                 
Comprehensive (loss) gain, net of tax
    ( 19,888 )     7,800       ( 55,491 )     5,882  
 
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
 
3
 
 
 
Finward Bancorp
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholder's Equity
(unaudited)
 
                    Accumulated
                 
            Additional
    Other
                 
    Common
    Paid-in
    Comprehensive
    Retained
    Total
 
(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)
  Stock
    Capital
    (Loss)/Income
    Earnings
    Equity
 
                                         
                                         
Balance at January 1, 2021
  $ -     $ 29,987     $ 10,441     $ 111,261     $ 151,689  
                                         
Net income
    -       -       -       4,543       4,543  
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax
                ( 6,461 )     -       ( 6,461 )
Net surrender value of 1,711 restricted stock awards
    -       ( 68 )     -       -       ( 68 )
Stock-based compensation expense
          146                   146  
Cash dividends, $ 0.31 per share
    -       -       -       ( 1,079 )     ( 1,079 )
                                         
Balance at March 31, 2021
  $ -     $ 30,065     $ 3,980     $ 114,725     $ 148,770  
                                         
Net income
    -       -       -       3,571       3,571  
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax
                4,229       -       4,229  
Net surrender value of 1,404 restricted stock awards
    -       ( 63 )     -       -       ( 63 )
Stock-based compensation expense
          139                   139  
Cash dividends, $ 0.31 per share
    -       -       -       ( 1,077 )     ( 1,077 )
                                         
Balance at June 30, 2021
  $ -     $ 30,141     $ 8,209     $ 117,219     $ 155,569  
                                         
                                         
Balance at January 1, 2022
  $ -     $ 30,430     $ 4,276     $ 121,909     $ 156,615  
                                         
Net income
    -       -       -       2,135       2,135  
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax
                ( 37,738 )           ( 37,738 )
Net surrender value of 2,336 restricted stock awards
          ( 115 )                 ( 115 )
Stock-based compensation expense
    -       169       -       -       169  
Issuance of 795,423 shares at $ 47.75 per share, for acquisition of Royal Financial, Inc
          37,902                   37,902  
Cash dividends, $ 0.31 per share
    -       -       -       ( 1,331 )     ( 1,331 )
                                         
Balance at March 31, 2022
  $ -     $ 68,386     $ ( 33,462 )   $ 122,713     $ 157,637  
                                         
Net income
    -       -       -       4,431       4,431  
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax
                ( 24,319 )           ( 24,319 )
Net surrender value of 113 restricted stock awards
          ( 5 )                 ( 5 )
Stock-based compensation expense
    -       163       -       -       163  
Other adjustments
    -       79       -       -       79  
Cash dividends, $ 0.31 per share
    -       -       -       ( 1,332 )     ( 1,332 )
                                         
Balance at June 30, 2022
  $ -     $ 68,623     $ ( 57,781 )   $ 125,812     $ 136,654  
 
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
 
4
 
 
 
Finward Bancorp
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(unaudited)
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Six months ended June 30,
 
    2022
    2021
 
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
               
Net income
  $ 6,566     $ 8,114  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
               
Origination of loans for sale
    ( 29,179 )     ( 85,903 )
Sale of loans originated for sale
    33,506       94,163  
Depreciation and amortization, net of accretion
    3,121       2,154  
Stock based compensation expense
    332       285  
Gain on sale of securities, net
    ( 639 )     ( 686 )
Gain on sale of loans held-for-sale, net
    ( 966 )     ( 3,293 )
Gain on sale of foreclosed real estate
    -       ( 27 )
Gain on cash value of bank owned life insurance
    ( 445 )     ( 357 )
Loss on derivatives
    68       128  
Provision for loan losses
    -       1,154  
Net change in:
               
Interest receivable
    388       ( 90 )
Other assets
    ( 3,038 )     1,728  
Accrued expenses and other liabilities
    ( 3,824 )     ( 3,723 )
Net cash provided by operating activities
    5,890       13,647  
                 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
               
Proceeds from maturities of certificates of deposit in other financial institutions
    472       426  
Proceeds from maturities and pay downs of securities available-for-sale
    15,596       43,322  
Proceeds from sales of securities available-for-sale
    43,775       19,290  
Purchase of securities available-for-sale
    ( 11,713 )     ( 119,075 )
Proceeds from bank owned life insurance
    314       -  
Net change in loans receivable
    ( 54,178 )     1,660  
Proceeds of Federal Home Loan Bank Stock
    1,512       671  
Purchase of loans receivable
    ( 2,663 )     ( 5,978 )
Purchase of premises and equipment, net
    ( 2,081 )     ( 470 )
Proceeds from sale of foreclosed real estate
    -       197  
Cash and cash equivalents from acquisition activity, net
    33,799       -  
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
    24,833       ( 59,957 )
                 
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
               
Change in deposits
    7,978       92,757  
Repayment of FHLB advances
    -       ( 6,000 )
Net surrender value of restricted stock awards
    ( 120 )     ( 131 )
Change in repurchase agreements and other borrowed funds
    9,955       10,539  
Dividends paid
    ( 2,410 )     ( 2,152 )
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
    15,403       95,013  
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    46,126       48,703  
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
    33,176       19,922  
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
  $ 79,302     $ 68,625  
                 
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
               
Cash paid during the period for:
               
Interest
  $ 781     $ 1,262  
Income taxes
    1,157       2,020  
Acquisition activity:
               
Fair value of assets acquired, including cash and cash equivalents
  $ 528,321     $ -  
Value of goodwill and other intangible assets
    14,726       -  
Fair value of liabilities assumed
    486,341       -  
Cash paid for acquisition
    18,725       -  
Issuance of common stock for acquisition
    37,981       -  
Noncash activities:
               
Dividends declared not paid
    1,332       1,077  
Securities purchased not settled
    -       9,764  
 
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
 
5
 
 
Finward Bancorp
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
(unaudited)
 
 
Note 1 - Basis of Presentation
 
Organization and Description of Business
 
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Finward Bancorp (the “Bancorp” or “FNWD”), its wholly-owned subsidiaries NWIN Risk Management, Inc. (a captive insurance subsidiary) and Peoples Bank (the “Bank”), and the Bank’s wholly-owned subsidiaries, Peoples Service Corporation, NWIN, LLC, NWIN Funding, Incorporated, 1683 Real Estate LLC, and Columbia Development Company, LLC. The Bancorp’s business activities include being a holding company for the Bank as well as a holding company for NWIN Risk Management, Inc. The Bancorp’s earnings are primarily dependent upon the earnings of the Bank. The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements were prepared in accordance with instructions for Form 10 -Q and, therefore, do not include all disclosures required by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles for complete presentation of consolidated financial statements. In the opinion of management, the consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments necessary to present fairly the consolidated balance sheets of the Bancorp as of June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021, and the consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income (loss), and changes in stockholders’ equity for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, and 2021, and consolidated statements of cash flows for the six months ended June 30, 2022, and 2021. The income reported for the six month period ended June 30, 2022, is not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.
 
The Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements appearing in Finward Bancorp’s Annual Report on Form 10 -K ( 2021 Annual Report), which include descriptions of significant accounting policies, should be read in conjunction with these interim financial statements. The Consolidated Balance Sheet at December 31, 2021 has been derived from the audited financial statements at that date but does not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements. Certain amounts in the prior period consolidated financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. These reclassifications had no effect on net income.
 
 
Note 2 - Use of Estimates
Preparing financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period, as well as the disclosures provided. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Estimates associated with the allowance for loan losses, fair values of foreclosed real estate, loan servicing rights, investment securities, deferred tax assets, goodwill, and the status of contingencies are particularly susceptible to material change in the near term.
 
 
Note 3 - Acquisition Activity
On January 31, 2022, Finward Bancorp (“Finward”) completed its previously announced acquisition of Royal Financial, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“RYFL”), pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger dated July 28, 2021 ( the “Merger Agreement”) between Finward and RYFL. The stockholders of both Finward and RYFL approved the Merger Agreement at the respective stockholder meetings of the companies held on December 13, 2021. Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, RYFL merged with and into Finward, with Finward as the surviving corporation (the “Merger”), and Royal Savings Bank, an Illinois state-chartered savings bank and wholly-owned subsidiary of RYFL, merged with and into Peoples Bank, the wholly-owned Indiana state-chartered commercial bank subsidiary of Finward, with Peoples Bank as the surviving bank.
 
Under the terms of the merger agreement, RYFL stockholders who owned 101 or more shares of RYFL common stock were permitted to elect to receive either 0.4609 shares of Finward common stock or $ 20.14 in cash, or a combination of both, for each share of RYFL common stock owned, subject to proration and allocation provisions such that 65 % of the shares of RYFL common stock outstanding immediately prior to the closing of the merger were converted into the right to receive shares of Finward common stock and the remaining 35 % of the outstanding RYFL shares were converted into the right to receive cash. Stockholders holding less than 101 shares of RYFL common stock received fixed consideration of $ 20.14 in cash per share and no stock consideration.
 
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As a result of RYFL stockholder stock and cash elections and the related allocation and proration provisions of the merger agreement, Finward issued 795,423 shares of its common stock and paid cash consideration of approximately $ 18.7 million in the Merger. Based on the January 28, 2022, closing price of $ 47.75 per share of Finward common stock, the transaction had an implied valuation of approximately $ 56.7 million. In connection with the acquisition, Robert W. Youman, was appointed to the boards of directors of Finward and Peoples Bank effective as of the closing of the Merger. RYFL had a home office and eight branch offices in Cook County and DuPage County, Illinois. The acquisition has further expanded the Bank’s banking center network in Cook County and DuPage County, Illinois.
 
Under the acquisition method of accounting, the total purchase price is allocated to net tangible and intangible assets based on their current estimated fair values on the date of the acquisition. Based on the valuations of the fair value of tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed, which are based on estimates and assumptions that are subject to change, the final purchase price for the RYFL acquisition is allocated as follows:
 
ASSETS
        LIABILITIES
       
Cash and due from banks
  $ 52,524   Deposits
       
Investment securities, available for sale
    -   Non-interest bearing
  $ 32,095  
Certificate of deposit in other financial institutions
    245   NOW accounts
    63,639  
          Savings and money market
    184,149  
Total Loans
    450,757   Certificates of deposits
    195,153  
          Total Deposits
    475,036  
Premises and equipment, net
    13,896            
FHLB stock
    1,303   Interest payable
    75  
Goodwill
    11,506   Other liabilities
    11,228  
Core deposit intangible
    3,220            
Interest receivable
    1,836            
Other assets
    7,758            
Total assets purchased
  $ 543,045            
Common shares issued
    37,981            
Cash paid
    18,725            
Total purchase price
  $ 56,706   Total liabilities assumed
  $ 486,339  
 
 
During the second quarter of 2022, an adjustment was made to the carrying value of other assets of $ 189 thousand, due to the valuation of prepaids brought over in the acquisition, and premises and equipment, net, of $ 48 thousand, due to a correction in the valuation of buildings, in addition, a correction was made to the valuation of shares issued increasing the value by $ 79 thousand. The resulting impact of these changes was a decrease to the goodwill balance related to the RYFL acquisition of $ 158 thousand.
 
Final estimates of fair value on the date of acquisition have not been finalized yet. Prior to the end of the one -year measurement period for finalizing the purchase price allocation, if information becomes available which would indicate adjustments are required to the purchase price allocation, such adjustments will be included in the purchase price allocation prospectively. If any adjustments are made to the preliminary assumptions (provisional amounts), disclosures will be made in the notes to the financial statements of the amounts recorded in the current period earnings by line item that have been recorded in previous reporting periods as if the adjustments to the provisional amounts had been recognized as of the acquisition date.
 
Goodwill of approximately $ 11.5 million, which is the excess of the acquisition consideration over the fair value of net assets acquired, is expected to be recorded in the RYFL acquisition and is the result of expected operational synergies and other factors. This goodwill is not expected to be deductible for tax purposes. To the extent that management revises any of the above fair value adjustments as a result of its continuing evaluation, the amount of goodwill recorded in the RYFL acquisition will change.
 
Gross loans acquired during the RYFL transaction totaled $ 456.7 million. As of the six months ended June 30, 2022, the remaining outstanding principal of loans directly related to the RYFL acquisition total $ 425.8 million, of which $ 8.1 million are expected to be uncollectable.
 
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The following pro-forma and earnings (unaudited) of the combined company are presented as if the RYFL merger had occurred on January 1, 2022 and January 1, 2021:
 
    For the three months ended
    For the three months ended
    For the six months ended
    For the six months ended
 
(in thousands)
  June 30, 2022
    June 30, 2021
    June 30, 2022
    June 30, 2021
 
Selected Financial Data
                               
Interest income
  $ 17,740     $ 17,263     $ 35,329     $ 34,654  
Interest expense
    ( 442 )     ( 998 )     ( 902 )     ( 2,189 )
Recovery of (provision for) loan losses
    -       ( 816 )     -       ( 1,094 )
Non-interest income
    2,896       3,902       6,179       8,418  
Non-interest expense (1)
    ( 15,176 )     ( 13,831 )     ( 29,573 )     ( 26,776 )
Income before provision for income taxes
    5,018       5,520       11,033       13,013  
Income tax expense
    ( 587 )     ( 639 )     ( 1,619 )     ( 1,812 )
Net income
  $ 4,431     $ 4,881     $ 9,414     $ 11,201  
                                 
Earnings per common share:
                               
Basic
  $ 1.04     $ 1.40     $ 2.29     $ 3.22  
Diluted
  $ 1.04     $ 1.40     $ 2.28     $ 3.22  
 
  ( 1 ) Excludes $ 2.9 million in pre-tax merger expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2022.
 
 
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the Bancorp has recorded $2.9 million in pre-tax one -time merger expenses related to the RYFL acquisition, and these expenses have been allocated to the following non-interest expense line items within the income statement:
 
(in thousands)
  Six months ended
 
Noninterest expense:
  June 30, 2022
 
Compensation and benefits
  $ 132  
Data processing
    1,929  
Marketing
    135  
Other
    656  
         
Period merger expense
  $ 2,852  
 
 
Note 4 - Securities
The estimated fair value of available-for-sale securities and the related gross unrealized gains and losses recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income were as follows:
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
            Gross
    Gross
    Estimated
 
    Cost
    Unrealized
    Unrealized
    Fair
 
    Basis
    Gains
    Losses
    Value
 
June 30, 2022
                               
U.S. government sponsored entities
  $ 8,883     $ -     $ ( 949 )   $ 7,934  
U.S. treasury securities
    594       -       -       594  
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
    171,286       2       ( 21,227 )     150,061  
Municipal securities
    290,675       20       ( 49,848 )     240,847  
Collateralized debt obligations
    2,173       -       ( 1,143 )     1,030  
Total securities available-for-sale
  $ 473,611     $ 22     $ ( 73,167 )   $ 400,466  
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
            Gross
    Gross
    Estimated
 
    Cost
    Unrealized
    Unrealized
    Fair
 
    Basis
    Gains
    Losses
    Value
 
December 31, 2021
                               
U.S. government sponsored entities
  $ 8,883     $ -     $ ( 214 )   $ 8,669  
U.S. treasury securities
    400       -       -       400  
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
    187,279       961       ( 3,539 )     184,701  
Municipal securities
    322,750       9,904       ( 527 )     332,127  
Collateralized debt obligations
    2,173       -       ( 1,181 )     992  
Total securities available-for-sale
  $ 521,485     $ 10,865     $ ( 5,461 )   $ 526,889  
 
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The cost basis and estimated fair value of available-for-sale debt securities at June 30, 2022, by contractual maturity, were as follows. Securities not due at a single maturity date, primarily collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities, are shown separately.
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
    Available-for-sale
 
            Estimated
 
    Cost
    Fair
 
June 30, 2022
  Basis
    Value
 
Due in one year or less
  $ 494     $ 495  
Due from one to five years
    1,954       1,956  
Due from five to ten years
    26,832       24,869  
Due over ten years
    273,045       223,085  
                 
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
    171,286       150,061  
Total
  $ 473,611     $ 400,466  
 
 
Sales of available-for-sale securities were as follows for the three months ended:
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
    June 30,
    June 30,
 
    2022
    2021
 
                 
Proceeds
  $ 27,539     $ 12,386  
Gross gains
    295       289  
Gross losses
    ( 37 )     ( 20 )
 
 
Sales of available-for-sale securities were as follows for the six months ended:
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
    June 30,
    June 30,
 
    2022
    2021
 
                 
Proceeds
  $ 43,775     $ 19,290  
Gross gains
    692       706  
Gross losses
    ( 53 )     ( 20 )
 
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Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) balances, net of tax, related to available-for-sale securities, were as follows:
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
    Unrealized
gain/(loss)
 
Ending balance, December 31, 2021
  $ 4,276  
Current period change
    ( 62,057 )
Ending balance, June 30, 2022
  $ ( 57,781 )
 
 
Securities with market values of approximately $ 236.7 million and $ 39.5 million were pledged as of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively, as collateral for repurchase agreements, public funds, and for other purposes as permitted or required by law.
 
Securities with gross unrealized losses at June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021 not recognized in income are as follows:
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
         
    Less than 12 months
    12 months or longer
    Total
         
    Estimated
            Estimated
            Estimated
            Percentage of
 
    Fair
    Unrealized
    Fair
    Unrealized
    Fair
    Unrealized
    Total Portfolio
 
    Value
    Losses
    Value
    Losses
    Value
    Losses
    in Loss Position
 
June 30, 2022
                                                       
U.S. government sponsored entities
  $ -     $ -     $ 7,934     $ ( 949 )   $ 7,934     $ ( 949 )     100.0 %
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
    91,051       ( 11,037 )     58,348       ( 10,190 )     149,399       ( 21,227 )     99.6 %
Municipal securities
    230,567       ( 48,029 )     6,170       ( 1,819 )     236,737       ( 49,848 )     98.3 %
Collateralized debt obligations
    -       -       1,030       ( 1,143 )     1,030       ( 1,143 )     100.0 %
Total temporarily impaired
  $ 321,618     $ ( 59,066 )   $ 73,482     $ ( 14,101 )   $ 395,100     $ ( 73,167 )     98.7 %
Number of securities
            415               41               456          
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
         
    Less than 12 months
    12 months or longer
    Total
         
    Estimated
            Estimated
            Estimated
            Percentage of
 
    Fair
    Unrealized
    Fair
    Unrealized
    Fair
    Unrealized
    Total Portfolio
 
    Value
    Losses
    Value
    Losses
    Value
    Losses
    in Loss Position
 
December 31, 2021
                                                       
U.S. government sponsored entities
  $ 8,669     $ ( 214 )   $ -     $ -     $ 8,669     $ ( 214 )     100.0 %
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
    126,373       ( 3,175 )     8,109       ( 364 )     134,482       ( 3,539 )     72.8 %
Municipal securities
    70,309       ( 527 )     -       -       70,309       ( 527 )     21.2 %
Collateralized debt obligations
    -       -       992       ( 1,181 )     992       ( 1,181 )     100.0 %
Total temporarily impaired
  $ 205,351     $ ( 3,916 )   $ 9,101     $ ( 1,545 )   $ 214,452     $ ( 5,461 )     40.7 %
Number of securities
            133               5               138          
 
 
         Unrealized losses on securities have not been recognized into income because the securities are of high credit quality or have undisrupted cash flows. Management has the intent and ability to hold those securities for the foreseeable future, and the decline in fair value is largely due to changes in interest rates and volatility in securities markets. The fair values are expected to recover as the securities approach maturity.
 
 
Note 5 - Loans Receivable
 
The Bancorp’s current lending programs are described below:
 
Residential Real Estate. The primary lending activity of the Bancorp has been the granting of conventional mortgage loans to enable borrowers to purchase existing homes, refinance existing homes, or construct new homes. Conventional loans are made up to a maximum of 97 % of the purchase price or appraised value, whichever is less. For loans made in excess of 80 % of value, private mortgage insurance is generally required in an amount sufficient to reduce the Bancorp’s exposure to 80% or less of the appraised value of the property. Loans insured by private mortgage insurance companies can be made for up to 97% of value. Loans closed with over 20 % of equity do not require private mortgage insurance because of the borrower’s level of equity investment.
 
Fixed rate loans currently originated generally conform to Freddie Mac guidelines for loans purchased under the one‑to‑four family program. Loan interest rates are determined based on secondary market yield requirements and local market conditions. Fixed rate mortgage loans with contractual maturities generally exceeding fifteen years and greater may be sold and/or classified as held for sale to control exposure to interest rate risk.
 
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The 15 year mortgage loan program has gained wide acceptance in the Bancorp’s primary market area. As a result of the shortened maturity of these loans, this product has been priced below the comparable 20 and 30 year loan offerings. Mortgage applicants for 15 year loans tend to have a larger than normal down payment; this, coupled with the larger principal and interest payment amount, has caused the 15 year mortgage loan portfolio to consist, to a significant extent, of second time home buyers whose underwriting qualifications tend to be above average.
 
The Bancorp’s Adjustable Rate Mortgage Loans (“ARMs”) include offerings that reprice annually or are “Mini-Fixed.” The “Mini‑Fixed” mortgage reprices annually after a one, three, five, seven or ten year period. The ability of the Bancorp to successfully market ARM’s depends upon loan demand, prevailing interest rates, volatility of interest rates, public acceptance of such loans and terms offered by competitors.
 
Home Equity Line of Credit. The Bancorp offers a fixed and variable rate revolving line of credit secured by the equity in the borrower’s home. Both products offer an interest only option where the borrower pays interest only on the outstanding balance each month. Equity lines will typically require a second mortgage appraisal and a second mortgage lender’s title insurance policy. Loans are generally made up to a maximum of 89 % of the appraised value of the property less any outstanding liens.
 
Fixed term home improvement and equity loans are made up to a maximum of 85 % of the appraised value of the improved property, less any outstanding liens. These loans are offered on both a fixed and variable rate basis with a maximum term of 240 months. All home equity loans are made on a direct basis to borrowers.
 
Commercial Real Estate and Multifamily Loans. Commercial real estate loans are typically made to a maximum of 80 % of the appraised value. Such loans are generally made on an adjustable rate basis. These loans are typically made for terms of 15 to 20 years. Loans with an amortizing term exceeding 15 years normally have a balloon feature calling for a full repayment within seven to ten years from the date of the loan. The balloon feature affords the Bancorp the opportunity to restructure the loan if economic conditions so warrant. Commercial real estate loans include loans secured by commercial rental units, apartments, condominium developments, small shopping centers, owner occupied commercial/industrial properties, hospitality units and other retail and commercial developments.
 
While commercial real estate lending is generally considered to involve a higher degree of risk than single‑family residential lending due to the concentration of principal in a limited number of loans and the effects of general economic conditions on real estate developers and managers, the Bancorp has endeavored to reduce this risk in several ways. In originating commercial real estate loans, the Bancorp considers the feasibility of the project, the financial strength of the borrowers and lessees, the managerial ability of the borrowers, the location of the project and the economic environment. Management evaluates the debt coverage ratio and analyzes the reliability of cash flows, as well as the quality of earnings. All such loans are made in accordance with well-defined underwriting standards and are generally supported by personal guarantees, which represent a secondary source of repayment.
 
Loans for the construction of commercial properties are generally located within an area permitting physical inspection and regular review of business records. Projects financed outside of the Bancorp’s primary lending area generally involve borrowers and guarantors who are or were previous customers of the Bancorp or projects that are underwritten according to the Bank’s underwriting standards.
 
Construction and Land Development. Construction loans on residential properties are made primarily to individuals and contractors who are under contract with individual purchasers. These loans are personally guaranteed by the borrower. The maximum loan-to-value ratio is 89 % of either the current appraised value or the cost of construction, whichever is less. Residential construction loans are typically made for periods of six months to one year.
 
Loans are also made for the construction of commercial properties. All such loans are made in accordance with well-defined underwriting standards. Generally if the loans are not owner occupied, these types of loans require proof of intent to lease and a confirmed end-loan takeout. In general, loans made do not exceed 80 % of the appraised value of the property. Commercial construction loans are typically made for periods not to exceed two years or date of occupancy, whichever is less.
 
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Commercial Business and Farmland Loans. Although the Bancorp’s priority in extending various types of commercial business loans changes from time to time, the basic considerations in determining the makeup of the commercial business loan portfolio are economic factors, regulatory requirements and money market conditions. The Bancorp seeks commercial loan relationships from the local business community and from its present customers. Conservative lending policies based upon sound credit analysis governs the extension of commercial credit. The following loans, although not inclusive, are considered preferable for the Bancorp’s commercial loan portfolio: loans collateralized by liquid assets; loans secured by general use machinery and equipment; secured short‑term working capital loans to established businesses secured by business assets; short‑term loans with established sources of repayment and secured by sufficient equity and real estate; and unsecured loans to customers whose character and capacity to repay are firmly established.
 
Consumer Loans. The Bancorp offers consumer loans to individuals for personal, household or family purposes. Consumer loans are either secured by adequate collateral, or unsecured. Unsecured loans are based on the strength of the applicant’s financial condition. All borrowers must meet current underwriting standards. The consumer loan program includes both fixed and variable rate products.
 
Manufactured Homes. The Bancorp purchases fixed rate closed loans from a third party that are subject to Bancorp’s underwriting requirements and secured by manufactured homes. The maturity date on these loans can range up to 25 years. In addition, these loans are partially secured by a reserve account held at the Bancorp.
 
Government Loans. The Bancorp is permitted to purchase non-rated municipal securities, tax anticipation notes and warrants within the local market area.
 
Loans receivable are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
               
    June 30, 2022
    December 31, 2021
 
Loans secured by real estate:
               
Residential real estate
  $ 459,151     $ 260,134  
Home equity
    35,672       34,612  
Commercial real estate
    420,735       317,145  
Construction and land development
    153,422       123,822  
Multifamily
    248,495       61,194  
Total loans secured by real estate
    1,317,475       796,907  
Commercial business
    103,649       115,772  
Consumer
    1,673       582  
Manufactured homes
    37,693       37,887  
Government
    8,081       8,991  
Loans receivable
    1,468,571       960,139  
Add (less):
               
Net deferred loan origination costs
    6,482       6,810  
Undisbursed loan funds
    ( 672 )     ( 229 )
Loans receivable, net of deferred fees and costs..
  $ 1,474,381     $ 966,720  
 
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(Dollars in thousands)
  Beginning Balance
    Charge-offs
    Recoveries
    Provisions
    Ending Balance
 
                                         
The Bancorp's activity in the allowance for loan losses, by loan segment, is summarized below for the three months ended June 30, 2022:
 
                                         
Allowance for loan losses:
                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,493     $ -     $ 29     $ 234     $ 2,756  
Home equity
    354       -       -       19       373  
Commercial real estate
    5,530       -       -       ( 3 )     5,527  
Construction and land development
    2,135       -       -       ( 391 )     1,744  
Multifamily
    889       -       -       239       1,128  
Commercial business
    1,941       -       7       ( 140 )     1,808  
Consumer
    45       ( 27 )     10       42       70  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -  
Total
  $ 13,387     $ ( 27 )   $ 46     $ -     $ 13,406  
 
The Bancorp's activity in the allowance for loan losses, by loan segment, is summarized below for the three months ended June 30, 2021:
 
Allowance for loan losses:
                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,176     $ -     $ 15     $ 103     $ 2,294  
Home equity
    309       -       -       62       371  
Commercial real estate
    5,726       -       -       213       5,939  
Construction and land development
    1,587       -       -       211       1,798  
Multifamily
    680       -       -       60       740  
Commercial business
    2,552       -       11       ( 89 )     2,474  
Consumer
    17       ( 11 )     1       16       23  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -  
Total
  $ 13,047     $ ( 11 )   $ 27     $ 576     $ 13,639  
 
The Bancorp's activity in the allowance for loan losses, by loan segment, is summarized below for the six months ended June 30, 2022:
 
Allowance for loan losses:
                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,480     $ -     $ 50     $ 226     $ 2,756  
Home equity
    357       -       -       16       373  
Commercial real estate
    5,515       -       -       12       5,527  
Construction and land development
    2,119       -       -       ( 375 )     1,744  
Multifamily
    848       -       -       280       1,128  
Commercial business
    2,009       -       38       ( 239 )     1,808  
Consumer
    15       ( 37 )     12       80       70  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -  
Total
  $ 13,343     $ ( 37 )   $ 100     $ -     $ 13,406  
 
The Bancorp's activity in the allowance for loan losses, by loan segment, is summarized below for the six months ended June 30, 2021:
 
Allowance for loan losses:
                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,211     $ ( 4 )   $ 25     $ 62     $ 2,294  
Home equity
    276       ( 1 )     -       96       371  
Commercial real estate
    5,406       -       -       533       5,939  
Construction and land development
    1,405       -       -       393       1,798  
Multifamily
    626       -       -       114       740  
Commercial business
    2,508       -       19       ( 53 )     2,474  
Consumer
    26       ( 17 )     5       9       23  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -  
Total
  $ 12,458     $ ( 22 )   $ 49     $ 1,154     $ 13,639  
 
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A deferred cost reserve is maintained for the portfolio of manufactured home loans that have been purchased. This reserve is available for use for manufactured home loan nonperformance and costs associated with nonperformance. If the segment performs in line with expectations, the deferred cost reserve is paid as a premium to the third party originator of the loan. The unamortized balance of the deferred cost reserve totaled $ 5.3 million and $ 5.8 million as of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively, and is included in net deferred loan origination costs.
 
 
The Bancorp's impairment analysis is summarized below:
 
    Ending Balances
 
                                                 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Individually
evaluated for
impairment
reserves
    Collectively
evaluated for
impairment
reserves
    Loan receivables
    Individually
evaluated for
impairment
    Purchased credit
impaired
individually
evaluated for
impairment
    Collectively
evaluated for
impairment
 
                                                 
The Bancorp's allowance for loan losses impairment evaluation and loan receivables are summarized below at June 30, 2022:
                 
                                                 
Residential real estate
  $ 31     $ 2,725     $ 459,151     $ 290     $ 2,057     $ 456,804  
Home equity
    3       370       35,672       21       133       35,518  
Commercial real estate
    446       5,081       420,735       846       2,970       416,919  
Construction and land development
    -       1,744       153,422       -       800       152,622  
Multifamily
    -       1,128       248,495       -       2,940       245,555  
Commercial business
    251       1,557       103,649       306       1,024       102,319  
Consumer
    -       70       1,673       -       20       1,653  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       37,693       -       -       37,693  
Government
    -       -       8,081       -       -       8,081  
Total
  $ 731     $ 12,675     $ 1,468,571     $ 1,463     $ 9,944     $ 1,457,164  
 
 
The Bancorp's allowance for loan losses impairment evaluation and loan receivables are summarized below at December 31, 2021:
 
Residential real estate
  $ 17     $ 2,463     $ 260,134     $ 755     $ 1,016     $ 258,363  
Home equity
    4       353       34,612       147       137       34,328  
Commercial real estate
    386       5,129       317,145       1,600       -       315,545  
Construction and land development
    -       2,119       123,822       -       -       123,822  
Multifamily
    -       848       61,194       -       556       60,638  
Commercial business
    277       1,732       115,772       524       1,073       114,175  
Consumer
    -       15       582       -       -       582  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       37,887       -       -       37,887  
Government
    -       -       8,991       -       -       8,991  
Total
  $ 684     $ 12,659     $ 960,139     $ 3,026     $ 2,782     $ 954,331  
 
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The Bancorp's credit quality indicators are summarized below at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
 
 
    Credit Exposure - Credit Risk Portfolio By Creditworthiness Category
 
    June 30, 2022
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  1 - 6
    7
    8
         
                                 
Loan Segment
  Pass
    Special mention
    Substandard
    Total
 
Residential real estate
  $ 451,077     $ 2,055     $ 6,019     $ 459,151  
Home equity
    34,648       400       624       35,672  
Commercial real estate
    403,000       10,890       6,845       420,735  
Construction and land development
    152,622       800       -       153,422  
Multifamily
    244,053       1,541       2,901       248,495  
Commercial business
    100,313       3,057       279       103,649  
Consumer
    1,673       -       -       1,673  
Manufactured homes
    37,693       -       -       37,693  
Government
    8,081       -       -       8,081  
Total
  $ 1,433,160     $ 18,743     $ 16,668     $ 1,468,571  
 
 
    December 31, 2021
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  1 - 6
    7
    8
         
                                 
Loan Segment
  Pass
    Special mention
    Substandard
    Total
 
Residential real estate
  $ 253,472     $ 2,940     $ 3,722     $ 260,134  
Home equity
    33,565       415       632       34,612  
Commercial real estate
    301,572       12,011       3,562       317,145  
Construction and land development
    120,192       3,630       -       123,822  
Multifamily
    60,657       153       384       61,194  
Commercial business
    113,470       1,915       387       115,772  
Consumer
    582       -       -       582  
Manufactured homes
    37,828       59       -       37,887  
Government
    8,991       -       -       8,991  
Total
  $ 930,329     $ 21,123     $ 8,687     $ 960,139  
 
 
The Bancorp has established a standard loan grading system to assist management, lenders and review personnel in their analysis and supervision of the loan portfolio. The use and application of these grades by the Bancorp is uniform and conforms to regulatory definitions. The loan grading system is as follows:
 
1 – Superior Quality
Loans in this category are substantially risk free. Loans fully collateralized by a Bank certificate of deposit or Bank deposits with a hold are substantially risk free.
 
2 – Excellent Quality
The borrower generates excellent and consistent cash flow for debt coverage, excellent average credit scores, excellent liquidity and net worth and are reputable operators with over 15 years experience. Current and debt to tangible net worth ratios are excellent. Loan to value is substantially below policy and collateral condition is excellent.
 
3 – Great Quality
The borrower generates more than sufficient cash flow to fund debt service and cash flow is improving. Average credit scores are very strong. Operators are reputable with significant years of experience. Liquidity, net worth, current and debt to tangible net worth ratios are very strong. Loan to value is significantly below policy and collateral condition is significantly above average.
 
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4 – Above Average Quality
The borrower generates more than sufficient cash flow to fund debt service but cash flow trends may be stable or slightly declining. Average credit scores are strong. The borrower is a reputable operator with many years of experience. Liquidity, net worth, current and debt to tangible net worth ratios are strong. Loan to value is below policy and collateral condition is above average.
 
5 – Average Quality
Borrowers are considered creditworthy and can repay the debt in the normal course of business, however, cash flow trends may be inconsistent or fluctuating. Average credit scores are satisfactory and years of experience is acceptable. Liquidity and net worth are satisfactory. Current and debt to tangible net worth ratios are average. Loan to value is slightly below policy and the collateral condition is slightly above average.
 
6 – Pass
Borrowers are considered credit worthy but financial condition may show signs of weakness due to internal or external factors. Cash flow trends may be declining annually. Average credit scores may be low but remain acceptable. Borrower has limited years of experience. Liquidity, net worth, current and debt to tangible net worth ratios are below average. Loan to value is nearing policy limits and collateral condition is average.
 
7 – Special Mention
A special mention asset has identified weaknesses that deserve Management’s close attention. If left uncorrected, these weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the asset or in the institution’s credit position at some future date. Special mention assets are not adversely classified and do not expose an institution to sufficient risk to warrant adverse classification. There is still adequate protection by the current sound worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged. The Special Mention rating is viewed as transitional and will be monitored closely.
 
Loans in this category may exhibit some of the following risk factors. Cash flow trends may be consistently declining or may be questionable. Debt coverage ratios may be at or near 1:1. Average credit scores may be very weak or the borrower may have minimal years of experience. Liquidity, net worth, current and debt to tangible net worth ratios may be very weak. Loan to value may be at policy limits or may exceed policy limits. Collateral condition may be below average.
 
8 – Substandard
This classification consists of loans which are inadequately protected by the current sound worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged. Financial statements normally reveal some or all of the following: poor trends, lack of earnings and cash flow, excessive debt, lack of liquidity, and the absence of creditor protection. Loans are still considered collectible, but due to increased risks and defined weaknesses of the credit, some loss could be incurred in collection if the deficiencies are not corrected.
 
9 – Doubtful
Such loans have been placed on nonaccrual status and may be heavily dependent upon collateral possessing a value that is difficult to determine or based upon some near-term event which lacks clear certainty. These loans have all of the weaknesses of those classified as Substandard; however, based on existing conditions, these weaknesses make full collection of the principal balance highly improbable.
 
10 – Loss
Loans that are considered uncollectible and of such little value that continuing to carry them as assets is not warranted.
 
Performing loans are loans that are paying as agreed and are approximately less than ninety days past due on payments of interest and principal.
 
During the six months ending June 30, 2022, ten residential real estate loans totaling $ 974 thousand and one home equity loan totaling $ 7 thousand, were modified to include deferral of principal resulting in troubled debt restructuring classification. No trouble debt restructuring loans had subsequently defaulted during the six months ending June 30, 2022. During the six months ending June 30, 2021, two residential real estate loans to one customer totaling $ 150 thousand were modified to included deferral of principal and one commercial real estate loan totaling $ 835 thousand was restructured with a reduced interest rate and extended amortization resulting in troubled debt restructuring classifications. Two residential real estate trouble debt restructuring loans totaling $ 73 thousand had subsequently defaulted during the six months ending June 30, 2021. All of the loans classified as troubled debt restructurings are also considered impaired. The valuation basis for the Bancorp’s troubled debt restructurings is based on the present value of cash flows, unless consistent cash flows are not present, then the fair value of the collateral securing the loan is the basis for valuation.
 
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The Bancorp’s individually evaluated impaired loans are summarized below.
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
                          For the six months ended
    For the three months ended
 
(unaudited)
  As of June 30, 2022
    June 30, 2022
    June 30, 2022
 
    Recorded
Investment
    Unpaid Principal
Balance
    Related Allowance
    Average Recorded
Investment
    Interest Income
Recognized
    Average
Recorded
Investment
    Interest Income
Recognized
 
With no related allowance recorded:
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,057     $ 4,844     $ -     $ 2,438     $ 155     $ 2,816     $ 125  
Home equity
    133       253       -       214       13       191       6  
Commercial real estate
    2,970       3,236       -       2,448       220       3,290       210  
Construction and land development
    800       1,023       -       573       -       860       -  
Multifamily
    2,940       3,269       -       2,337       62       3,228       62  
Commercial business
    1,024       1,024       -       1,159       76       1,136       61  
Consumer
    20       20       -       14       -       21       -  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
                                                         
With an allowance recorded:
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 290     $ 328     $ 31     $ 154     $ 9     $ 188     $ 6  
Home equity
    21       21       3       21       1       21       -  
Commercial real estate
    846       847       446       844       -       849       -  
Construction and land development
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Multifamily
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Commercial business
    306       369       251       338       16       311       -  
Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
                                                         
Total:
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,347     $ 5,172     $ 31     $ 2,592     $ 164     $ 3,004     $ 131  
Home equity
  $ 154     $ 274     $ 3     $ 235     $ 14     $ 212     $ 6  
Commercial real estate
  $ 3,816     $ 4,083     $ 446     $ 3,292     $ 220     $ 4,139     $ 210  
Construction & land development
  $ 800     $ 1,023     $ -     $ 573     $ -     $ 860     $ -  
Multifamily
  $ 2,940     $ 3,269     $ -     $ 2,337     $ 62     $ 3,228     $ 62  
Commercial business
  $ 1,330     $ 1,393     $ 251     $ 1,497     $ 92     $ 1,447     $ 61  
Consumer
  $ 20     $ 20     $ -     $ 14     $ -     $ 21     $ -  
Manufactured homes
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  
Government
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  
 
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                            For the six months ended
    For the three months ended
 
    As of December 31, 2021
    June 30, 2021
    June 30, 2021
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Recorded
Investment
    Unpaid Principal
Balance
    Related Allowance
    Average Recorded
Investment
    Interest Income
Recognized
    Average
Recorded
Investment
    Interest Income
Recognized
 
With no related allowance recorded:
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 1,683     $ 3,017     $ -     $ 1,735     $ 42     $ 1,817     $ 20  
Home equity
    262       275       -       317       5       341       1  
Commercial real estate
    765       765       -       1,295       26       1,174       14  
Construction & land development
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Multifamily
    556       647       -       670       11       708       6  
Commercial business
    1,205       1,324       -       1,447       36       1,467       18  
Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
                                                         
With an allowance recorded:
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 88     $ 88     $ 17     $ 198     $ 5     $ 165     $ -  
Home equity
    22       22       4       15       -       23       -  
Commercial real estate
    835       835       386       5,655       113       5,901       63  
Construction & land development
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Multifamily
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Commercial business
    392       392       277       719       22       704       11  
Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Manufactured homes
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
                                                         
Total:
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 1,771     $ 3,105     $ 17     $ 1,933     $ 47     $ 1,982     $ 20  
Home equity
  $ 284     $ 297     $ 4     $ 332     $ 5     $ 364     $ 1  
Commercial real estate
  $ 1,600     $ 1,600     $ 386     $ 6,950     $ 139     $ 7,075     $ 77  
Construction & land development
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  
Multifamily
  $ 556     $ 647     $ -     $ 670     $ 11     $ 708     $ 6  
Commercial business
  $ 1,597     $ 1,716     $ 277     $ 2,166     $ 58     $ 2,171     $ 29  
Consumer
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  
Manufactured homes
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  
Government
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  
 
 
 
The Bancorp's age analysis of past due loans is summarized below:
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  30-59 Days Past
Due
    60-89 Days Past
Due
    Greater Than 90
Days Past Due
    Total Past Due
    Current
    Total Loans
    Recorded
Investments
Greater than 90
Days Past Due
and Accruing
 
June 30, 2022
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,137     $ 2,306     $ 3,260     $ 7,703     $ 451,448     $ 459,151     $ 610  
Home equity
    114       7       527       648       35,024       35,672       -  
Commercial real estate
    135       1,734       2,477       4,346       416,389       420,735       517  
Construction and land development
    337       56       -       393       153,029       153,422       -  
Multifamily
    24       307       109       440       248,055       248,495       -  
Commercial business
    1,706       1,205       281       3,192       100,457       103,649       81  
Consumer
    4       -       -       4       1,669       1,673       -  
Manufactured homes
    230       334       -       564       37,129       37,693       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       8,081       8,081       -  
Total
  $ 4,687     $ 5,949     $ 6,654     $ 17,290     $ 1,451,281     $ 1,468,571     $ 1,208  
                                                         
December 31, 2021
                                                       
Residential real estate
  $ 2,507     $ 824     $ 2,142     $ 5,473     $ 254,661     $ 260,134     $ 31  
Home equity
    169       67       565       801       33,811       34,612       34  
Commercial real estate
    231       1,960       944       3,135       314,010       317,145       91  
Construction and land development
    5,148       283       -       5,431       118,391       123,822       -  
Multifamily
    -       -       109       109       61,085       61,194       -  
Commercial business
    573       1,594       242       2,409       113,363       115,772       49  
Consumer
    -       3       -       3       579       582       -  
Manufactured homes
    633       171       -       804       37,083       37,887       -  
Government
    -       -       -       -       8,991       8,991       -  
Total
  $ 9,261     $ 4,902     $ 4,002     $ 18,165     $ 941,974     $ 960,139     $ 205  
 
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The Bancorp's loans on nonaccrual status are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)   June 30, 2022
    December 31,
2021
 
Residential real estate
  $ 4,975     $ 4,651  
Home equity
    610       623  
Commercial real estate
    2,594       940  
Construction and land development
    -       -  
Multifamily
    369       455  
Commercial business
    265       387  
Consumer
    -       -  
Manufactured homes
    -       -  
Government
    -       -  
Total
  $ 8,813     $ 7,056  
 
As a result of acquisition activity, the Bancorp acquired loans for which there was evidence of credit quality deterioration since origination and it was determined that it was probable that the Bancorp would be unable to collect all contractually required principal and interest payments. At June 30, 2022, total purchased credit impaired loans with unpaid principal balances totaled $ 11.9 million with a recorded investment of $ 9.9 million. At December 31, 2021, purchased credit impaired loans with unpaid principal balances totaled $ 4.2 million with a recorded investment of $ 2.8 million.
 
As part of the fair value of loans receivable, there was a net fair value discount for loans acquired of $ 6.0 million at June 30, 2022, compared to $ 1.1 million at December 31, 2021.
 
 
Accretable yield, or income recorded for the three months ended June 30, is as follows:
 
(dollars in thousands)
  Total
 
         
2021
  $ 300  
2022
    440  
 
Accretable yield, or income recorded for the six months ended June 30, is as follows:
 
(dollars in thousands)
  Total
 
2021
  $ 605  
2022
    547  
 
Accretable yield, or income expected to be recorded in the future is as follows:
 
(dollars in thousands)
  Total
 
Remainder 2022
  $ 240  
2023
    665  
2024
    649  
2025
    507  
2026 and thereafter
    3,565  
Total
  $ 5,958  
 
 
Note 6 – Intangibles and Acquisition Related Accounting
The Bancorp established a goodwill balance totaling $ 11.5 million with the acquisition of RYFL, and also maintains goodwill balances totaling $ 11.1 million from prior acquisitions. Goodwill totaled $ 22.6 million and $11.1 million as of June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively. During the three months ended June 30, 2022, there was  remeasurement of goodwill reducing the balance by $ 158 thousand, see Note 3 – Acquisition Activity for more detail on the remeasurement. Goodwill is tested annually for impairment. Goodwill arising from business combinations represents the value attributable to unidentifiable intangible assets in the business acquired. The Bancorp’s goodwill relates to the value inherent in the banking industry and that value is dependent upon the ability of the Bancorp to provide quality, cost effective banking services in a competitive marketplace. If the implied fair value of goodwill is lower than its carrying amount, goodwill impairment is indicated and goodwill is written down to its implied fair value. There has not been any impairment of goodwill identified or recorded.
 
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In addition to goodwill, a core deposit intangible was established with the acquisition of RYFL and from previous acquisitons. The Bancorp had core deposit intangible balances of $ 5.6 million and $ 3.1 million as of June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021, respectively. The table below summarizes the annual amortization:
 
 
The amortization recorded for the three months ended June 30, is as follows:
 
(dollars in thousands)
  Total
 
2021
  $ 249  
2022
  $ 410  
 
The amortization recorded for the six months ended June 30, is as follows:
 
(dollars in thousands)
  Total
 
2021
  $ 497  
2022
  $ 757  
 
Amortization to be recorded in future periods, is as follows:
 
(dollars in thousands)
  Total
 
Current year
    795  
2023
    1,522  
2024
    1,411  
2025
    688  
2026
    360  
5 years and thereafter
    812  
Total
  $ 5,588  
 
 
For the RYFL acquisition, as part of the fair value of certificates of deposit, a fair value premium was established of $ 1.0 million. Approximately $ 175 thousand and $ 304 thousand of amortization was taken as income during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively. It is estimated amortization to be recorded in future periods is as follows; an additional $ 237 thousand in 2022, $ 217 thousand in 2023, $ 124 thousand in 2024, $ 72 thousand in 2025, and $ 55 thousand thereafter.
 
 
Note 7 - Concentrations of Credit Risk
The primary lending area of the Bancorp encompasses Lake County in northwest Indiana and Cook County in northeast Illinois, where collectively a majority of loan activity is concentrated. The Bancorp is also an active lender in Porter County, and to a lesser extent, LaPorte, Newton and Jasper counties in Indiana; and DuPage, Lake, and Will counties in Illinois. Substantially all loans are secured by specific items of collateral including residences, commercial real estate, land development, business assets and consumer assets.
 
 
Note 8 - Earnings per Share
Earnings per common share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding. A reconciliation of the numerators and denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per common share computations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, and 2021, are as follows:
 
(dollars in thousands except per share data)
  Three months ended June 30,
    Six months ended June 30,
 
    2022
    2021
    2022
    2021
 
Basic earnings per common share:
                               
Net income as reported
  $ 4,431     $ 3,571     $ 6,566     $ 8,114  
Weighted average common shares outstanding
    4,242,559       3,478,392       4,108,579       3,475,017  
Basic earnings per common share
  $ 1.04     $ 1.03     $ 1.60     $ 2.33  
                                 
Diluted earnings per common share:
                               
Net income as reported
  $ 4,431     $ 3,571     $ 6,566     $ 8,114  
Weighted average common shares outstanding
    4,242,559       3,478,392       4,108,579       3,475,017  
Add: Dilutive effect of unvested restricted stock awards
    15,944       -       16,316       -  
Weighted average common and dilutive potential common shares outstanding
    4,258,503       3,478,392       4,124,895       3,475,017  
Diluted earnings per common share
  $ 1.04     $ 1.03     $ 1.59     $ 2.33  
 
 
 
Note 9 - Stock Based Compensation
The Bancorp’s 2015 Stock Option and Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), which was adopted by the Bancorp’s Board of Directors on February 27, 2015, and approved by the Bancorp’s shareholders on April 24, 2015, permits the grant of equity awards for up to 250,000 shares of common stock. Awards granted under the Plan may be in the form of incentive stock options, non-qualified stock options, restricted stock, unrestricted stock, performance shares, or performance units.
 
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As required by the Stock Compensation Topic, companies are required to record compensation cost for stock options and awards provided to employees in return for employment service. For the three months ended June 30, 2022, stock based compensation expense of $ 163 thousand was recorded, compared to $ 139 thousand for the three months ended June 30, 2021. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, stock based compensation expense of $ 332 thousand was recorded, compared to $ 285 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021. It is anticipated that current outstanding unvested awards will result in additional compensation expense of approximately $ 1.5 million through 2025 with an weighted average life of 2.1 years.
 
Restricted stock awards are issued with an award price equal to the market price of the Bancorp’s common stock on the award date and vest between three and five years after the grant date. Forfeiture provisions exist for personnel that separate employment before the vesting period expires. A summary of restricted stock activity under the Bancorp’s Plan described above for the the six months ended June 30, 2022, follows:
 
Non-vested Shares
  Shares
    Weighted
Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
 
Non-vested at January 1, 2022
    44,235     $ 42.33  
Granted
    22,891       46.42  
Vested
    ( 11,158 )     41.63  
Forfeited
    ( 1,587 )     44.17  
Non-vested at June 30, 2022
    54,381     $ 44.14  
 
 
 
Note 10 – Change in Accounting Principles
In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU 2019 - 12 which remove specific exceptions to the general principles in Topic 740 in GAAP. It eliminates the need for an organization to analyze whether the following apply in a given period: exception to the incremental approach for intraperiod tax allocation; exceptions to accounting for basis differences where there are ownership changes in foreign investments; and exception in interim period income tax accounting for year-to-date losses that exceed anticipated losses. It also improves financial statement preparers’ application of income tax-related guidance and simplifies GAAP for: franchise taxes that are partially based on income; transactions with a government that result in a step up in the tax basis of goodwill; separate financial statements of legal entities that are not subject to tax; and enacts changes in tax laws in interim periods. The guidance is effective for public business entities for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2020. Early adoption is permitted. The Bancorp adopted ASU 2019 - 12 on January 1, 2021 and it did not have a material impact on its accounting and disclosures.
 
 
Note 11 - Upcoming Accounting Standards
In June 2016, FASB issued ASU No. 2016 - 13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses: Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments. The ASU includes increased disclosures and various changes to the accounting and measurement of financial assets including the Bancorp’s loans and available-for-sale debt securities. Each financial asset presented on the balance sheet would have a unique allowance for credit losses valuation account that is deducted from the amortized cost basis to present the net carrying value at the amount expected to be collected on the financial asset. The amendments in this ASU also eliminate the probable initial recognition threshold in current GAAP and instead, reflect an entity’s current estimate of all expected credit losses using reasonable and supportable forecasts. In October 2019, the FASB voted and approved proposed changes to the effective date of this ASU for smaller reporting companies, such as the Bancorp, and other non-SEC reporting entities. The approval changed the effective date of the ASU to fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal periods. The new credit loss guidance will be effective for the Bancorp as of January 1, 2023. Upon adoption, the ASU will be applied using a modified retrospective transition method to the beginning of the first reporting period in which the guidance is effective. A prospective transition approach is required for debt securities for which an other-than-temporary impairment had been recognized before the effective date. Early adoption for all institutions is permitted for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Management is in the process of evaluating the impact adoption of this update will have on the Bancorp’s consolidated financial statements. This process of evaluation has engaged multiple areas of the Bancorp’s management in discussing loss estimation methods and the application of these methods to specific segments of the loans receivable portfolio. Management has been actively monitoring developments and evaluating the use of different methods allowed. Due to continuing development of understanding of application, additional time is required to understand how this ASU will affect the Bancorp’s financial statements. Management plans on running parallel calculations and finalizing a method or methods of adoption in time for the effective date.
 
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In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020 - 04 “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848 ): Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting.” These amendments provide temporary optional guidance to ease the potential burden in accounting for reference rate reform. The ASU provides optional expedients and exceptions for applying generally accepted accounting principles to contract modifications and hedging relationships, subject to meeting certain criteria, that reference LIBOR or another reference rate expected to be discontinued. It is intended to help stakeholders during the global market-wide reference rate transition period. In January 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021 - 01 which clarifies that certain optional expedients and exceptions in Topic 848 for contract modifications and hedge accounting apply to derivatives that are affected by the discounting transition. The guidance is effective for all entities as of March 12, 2020, through December 31, 2022. The Bancorp is implementing a transition plan to identify and modify its loans and other financial instruments with attributes that are either directly or indirectly influenced by LIBOR. The Bancorp believes the adoption of this guidance on activities after December 31, 2020, through December 31, 2022, will not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements.
 
In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021 - 08 related to accounting for acquired revenue contracts with customers in a business combination. The amendments in this update address diversity in practice and inconsistency related to recognition of an acquired contract liability and the effect of payment terms on subsequent revenue recognition for the acquirer. This update is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal years. We plan to adopt this pronouncement for our fiscal year beginning January 1, 2023, and we do not expect it to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
 
In March 2022, the FASB issued ASU  2022 - 01 related to the portfolio layer method of hedge accounting. The amendments in this update clarify the accounting and promote consistency in reporting for hedges where the portfolio layer method is applied. This update is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, and interim periods within those fiscal years. As we currently do not have items accounted for under the portfolio layer method of hedge accounting, we do not expect the update to have an effect on our consolidated financial statements.
 
In March 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2022 - 02, Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326 ): Troubled Debt Restructurings and Vintage Disclosures, which addresses and amends areas identified by the FASB as part of its post-implementation review of the accounting standard that introduced the CECL model. The amendments eliminate the accounting guidance for troubled debt restructurings by companies that have adopted the CECL model and enhance the disclosure requirements for loan refinancings and restructurings made with borrowers experiencing financial difficulty. In addition, the amendments require disclosure of current-period gross writeoffs for financing receivables and net investment in leases by year of origination in the vintage disclosures. ASU 2022 - 02 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal years for entities that have adopted the CECL accounting standard. Early adoption, however, is permitted if an entity has adopted the CECL accounting standard. The Bancorp is assessing ASU 2022 - 02 and its impact on its accounting and disclosures.
 
In June 2022, the FASB issued ASU No. 2022 - 03 “Fair Value Measurements (Topic 820 ): Fair Value Measurement of Equity Securities Subject to Contractual Sale Restrictions.” These amendments clarify that a contractual restriction on the sale of an equity security is not considered part of the unit of account of the equity security and, therefore, is not considered in measuring fair value. This guidance is effective for public business entities for fiscal years, including interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2023. Early adoption is permitted. The Bancorp has assessed ASU 2022 - 03 and does not expect it to have a material impact on its accounting and disclosures.
 
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Note 12 – Derivative Financial Instruments
 
The Bancorp uses derivative financial instruments to help manage exposure to interest rate risk and the effects that changes in interest rates may have on net income and the fair value of assets and liabilities. The Bancorp has certain interest rate derivative positions that are not designated as hedging instruments. Derivative assets and liabilities are recorded at fair value on the Consolidated Balance Sheet and do not take into account the effects of master netting agreements. Master netting agreements allow the Bancorp to settle all derivative contracts held with a single counterparty on a net basis, and to offset net derivative positions with related collateral, where applicable. These derivative positions relate to transactions in which the Bancorp enters into an interest rate swap with a client while at the same time entering into an offsetting interest rate swap with another financial institution. In connection with each transaction, the Bancorp agrees to pay interest to the client on a notional amount at a variable interest rate and receive interest from the client on the same notional amount at a fixed interest rate. At the same time, the Bancorp agrees to pay another financial institution the same fixed interest rate on the same notional amount and receive the same variable interest rate on the same notional amount. The transaction allows the client to effectively convert a variable rate loan to a fixed rate. Because the terms of the swaps with the customers and the other financial institutions offset each other, with the only difference being counterparty credit risk, changes in the fair value of the underlying derivative contracts are not materially different and do not significantly impact the Bancorp’s results of operations.
 
The Bancorp enters into commitments to originate loans whereby the interest rate on the loan is determined prior to funding (i.e., interest rate lock commitment). The interest rate lock commitments are considered derivatives and are recorded on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets at fair value in accordance with FASB ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging.
 
The following table shows the amounts of non-hedging derivative financial instruments:
 
June 30, 2022
         
     
  Asset derivatives
    Liability derivatives
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Notational or contractual amount
  Statement of Financial Condition classification
  Fair value
    Statement of Financial Condition classification
    Fair value
 
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 92,565   Other assets
  $ 6,696     Other liabilties
    $ 6,696  
Interest rate lock commitments
    3,965   Other assets
    73       N/A       -  
Total
  $ 96,530       $ 6,769             $ 6,696  
 
December 31, 2021
         
     
  Asset derivatives
    Liability derivatives
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Notational or contractual amount
  Statement of Financial Condition classification
  Fair value
    Statement of Financial Condition classification
    Fair value
 
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 94,154   Other assets
  $ 2,686     Other liabilties
    $ 2,686  
Interest rate lock commitments
    7,837   Other assets
    141       N/A       -  
Total
  $ 101,991       $ 2,827             $ 2,686  
 
The following table shows the amounts included in the Statements of Income for non-hedging derivative financial instruments:
 
      Six Months Ended
 
      June 30,
 
(Dollars in thousands)
Statement of Income Classification
  2022
    2021
 
Interest rate swap contracts
Fees and service charges
  $ -     $ 218  
Interest rate lock commitments
Gain on sale of loans held-for-sale, net
    ( 68 )     ( 128 )
Total
  $ ( 68 )   $ 90  
 
      Three Months Ended
 
      June 30,
 
(Dollars in thousands)
Statement of Income Classification
  2022
    2021
 
Interest rate swap contracts
Fees and service charges
  $ -     $ 231  
Interest rate lock commitments
Gain on sale of loans held-for-sale, net
    ( 93 )     ( 151 )
Total
  $ ( 93 )   $ 80  
 
The following table shows the offsetting of financial assets and derivative assets:
 
                            Gross Amounts not Offset in the
         
                            Statement of Financial Condition
         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Gross Amounts of Recognized Assets
    Gross Amounts Offset in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Net Amounts of Assets Presented in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Financial Instruments
    Cash Collateral
Received
    Net Amount
 
June 30, 2022
                                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 6,696     $ -     $ 6,696     $ -     $ -     $ 6,696  
Interest rate lock commitments
    73       -       73       -       -       73  
Total
  $ 6,769     $ -     $ 6,769     $ -     $ -     $ 6,769  
 
                            Gross Amounts not Offset in the
         
                            Statement of Financial Condition
         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Gross Amounts of Recognized Liabilities
    Gross Amounts Offset in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Net Amounts of Liabilities Presented in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Financial Instruments
    Cash Collateral
Received
    Net Amount
 
December 31, 2021
                                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 2,686     $ -     $ 2,686     $ -     $ -     $ 2,686  
Interest rate lock commitments
    141       -       141       -       -       141  
Total
  $ 2,827     $ -     $ 2,827     $ -     $ -     $ 2,827  
 
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The following table shows the offsetting of financial liabilities and derivative liabilities:
 
                            Gross Amounts not Offset in the
         
                            Statement of Financial Condition
         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Gross Amounts of Recognized Liabilities
    Gross Amounts Offset in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Net Amounts of Liabilities Presented in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Financial Instruments
    Cash Collateral
Pledged
    Net Amount
 
June 30, 2022
                                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 6,696     $ -     $ 6,696     $ -     $ 3,930     $ 2,766  
Total
  $ 6,696     $ -     $ 6,696     $ -     $ 3,930     $ 2,766  
 
                            Gross Amounts not Offset in the
         
                            Statement of Financial Condition
         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Gross Amounts of Recognized Liabilities
    Gross Amounts Offset in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Net Amounts of Liabilities Presented in the Statement of Financial Condition
    Financial Instruments
    Cash Collateral
Pledged
    Net Amount
 
December 31, 2021
                                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 2,686     $ -     $ 2,686     $ -     $ 3,930     $ ( 1,244 )
Total
  $ 2,686     $ -     $ 2,686     $ -     $ 3,930     $ ( 1,244 )
 
 
 
Note 13 - Fair Value
The Fair Value Measurements Topic establishes a hierarchy that requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The Topic describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:
 
Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets that the entity has the ability to access as of the measurement date.
 
Level 2: Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.
 
Level 3: Significant unobservable inputs that reflect a reporting entity’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability.
 
The fair values of securities available-for-sale are determined on a recurring basis by obtaining quoted prices on nationally recognized securities exchanges or pricing models utilizing significant observable inputs such as matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted securities. Different judgments and assumptions used in pricing could result in different estimates of value. In certain cases where market data is not readily available because of a lack of market activity or little public disclosure, values may be based on unobservable inputs and classified in Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy.
 
At the end of each reporting period, securities held in the investment portfolio are evaluated on an individual security level for other-than-temporary impairment in accordance with GAAP. Impairment is other-than-temporary if the decline in the fair value is below its amortized cost and it is probable that all amounts due according to the contractual terms of a debt security will not be received. Significant judgments are required in determining impairment, which include making assumptions regarding the estimated prepayments, loss assumptions and the change in interest rates. The Bancorp considers the following factors when determining an other-than-temporary impairment for a security: the length of time and the extent to which the market value has been less than amortized cost; the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer; the underlying fundamentals of the relevant market and the outlook for such market for the near future; an assessment of whether the Bancorp ( 1 ) has the intent to sell the debt securities or ( 2 ) more likely than not will be required to sell the debt securities before their anticipated market recovery. If either of these conditions is met, management will recognize other-than-temporary impairment. If, in management’s judgment, an other-than-temporary impairment exists, the cost basis of the security will be written down for the credit loss, and the unrealized loss will be transferred from accumulated other comprehensive loss as an immediate reduction of current earnings.
 
In addition to the impairment evaluation noted above, the Bancorp’s management utilizes a specialist to perform an other-than-temporary impairment analysis for each of its pooled collateralized debt obligations. The specialist analysis is performed annually in December, or when management deems necessary, and utilizes analytical models used to project future cash flows for the pooled collateralized debt obligations based on current assumptions for prepayments, default and deferral rates, and recoveries. The projected cash flows are then tested for impairment consistent with GAAP. The other-than-temporary impairment testing compares the present value of the cash flows from quarter to quarter to determine if there is a “favorable” or “adverse” change. Other-than-temporary impairment is recorded if the projected present value of cash flows is lower than the book value of the security. To perform the other-than-temporary impairment analysis, management utilizes current reports issued by the trustee, which contain principal and interest tests, waterfall distributions, note valuations, collection detail and credit ratings for each pooled collateralized debt obligation. In addition, a detailed review of the performing collateral was performed. Based on current market conditions and a review of the trustee reports, management performed an analysis of the pooled collateralized debt obligations and no additional impairment was taken at December 31, 2021. In addition, the collateralized debt obligation portfolio was reviewed in accordance with our quarterly impairment evaluation, as described in the preceding paragraph, noting no additional impairment was taken at June 30, 2022.
 
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The table below shows the credit loss roll forward on a year-to-date basis for the Bancorp’s pooled collateralized debt obligations that have been classified with other-than-temporary impairment:
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
    Collateralized debt obligations
 
    other-than-temporary impairment
 
Ending balance, December 31, 2021
  $ 173  
Additions not previously recognized
    -  
Ending balance, June 30, 2022
  $ 173  
 
 
At June 30, 2022, collateralized debt obligations with a cost basis of $ 2.2 million continue to be in “payment in kind” status. These collateralized debt obligations classified as “payment in kind” are a result of not receiving the scheduled quarterly interest payments. For these collateralized debt obligations in “payment in kind” status, management anticipates to receive the unpaid contractual interest payments from the issuer, because of the self-correcting cash flow waterfall provisions within the structure of the securities. When a tranche senior to the Bancorp’s position fails the coverage test, the Bancorp’s interest cash flows are paid to the senior tranche and recorded as a reduction of principal. The coverage test represents an over collateralization target by stating the balance of the performing collateral as a percentage of the balance of the Bancorp’s tranche, plus the balance of all senior tranches. The principal reduction in the senior tranche continues until the appropriate coverage test is passed. As a result of the principal reduction in the senior tranche, more cash is available for future payments to the Bancorp’s tranche. Consistent with GAAP, management considered the failure of the issuer of the security to make scheduled interest payments in determining whether a credit loss existed. Management will not capitalize the “payment in kind” interest payments to the book value of the securities and will keep these securities in non-accrual status until the quarterly interest payments resume on a consistent basis.
 
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Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
There were no transfers to or from Levels 1 and 2 during the six months ended June 30, 2022. Assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized below:
 
            (Dollars in thousands)
 
            Fair Value Measurements at June 30, 2022 Using
 
                         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Estimated
Fair
Value
    Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
    Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
    Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
Assets:
                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 6,696     $ -     $ 6,696     $ -  
Interest rate lock commitments
    73       -       73       -  
Available-for-sale debt securities:
                               
U.S. government sponsored entities
    7,934       -       7,934       -  
U.S. treasury securities
    594       -       594       -  
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
    150,061       -       150,061       -  
Municipal securities
    240,847       -       240,847       -  
Collateralized debt obligations
    1,030       -       -       1,030  
Total securities available-for-sale
  $ 400,466     $ -     $ 399,436     $ 1,030  
                                 
Liabilities:
                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 6,696     $ -     $ 6,696     $ -  
 
            (Dollars in thousands)
 
            Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2021 Using
 
                         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Estimated
Fair
Value
    Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
    Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
    Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
Assets:
                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 2,686     $ -     $ 2,686     $ -  
Interest rate lock commitments
    141       -       141       -  
Available-for-sale debt securities:
                               
U.S. government sponsored entities
    8,669       -       8,669       -  
U.S. treasury securities
    400       -       400       -  
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
    184,701       -       184,701       -  
Municipal securities
    332,127       -       332,127       -  
Collateralized debt obligations
    992       -       -       992  
Total securities available-for-sale
  $ 526,889     $ -     $ 525,897     $ 992  
                                 
Liabilities:
                               
Interest rate swap contracts
  $ 2,686     $ -     $ 2,686     $ -  
 
 
A roll forward of available-for-sale securities, which require significant adjustment based on unobservable data, are presented in the following table:
 
    (Dollars in thousands)
 
    Estimated Fair Value
Measurements Using
Significant Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
    Available-for-
sale securities
 
Beginning balance, January 1, 2021
  $ 929  
Principal payments
    ( 9 )
Total unrealized gains, included in other comprehensive income
    50  
Ending balance, June 30, 2021
  $ 970  
         
Beginning balance, January 1, 2022
  $ 992  
Principal payments
    -  
Total unrealized gains, included in other comprehensive income
    38  
Ending balance, June 30, 2022
  $ 1,030  
 
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Assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis are summarized below:
 
            (Dollars in thousands)
 
            Fair Value Measurements at June 30, 2022 Using
 
                         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Estimated
Fair
Value
    Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
    Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
    Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
Impaired loans
  $ 1,309     $ -     $ -     $ 1,309  
 
            (Dollars in thousands)
 
            Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2021 Using
 
                         
(Dollars in thousands)
  Estimated
Fair
Value
    Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
    Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
    Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
Impaired loans
  $ 896     $ -     $ -     $ 896  
 
 
Fair value is determined, where possible, using market prices derived from an appraisal or evaluation, which are considered to be Level 2 inputs. However, certain assumptions and unobservable inputs are often used by the appraiser, therefore, qualifying the assets as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value of foreclosed real estate is similarly determined by using the results of recent real estate appraisals. The numerical range of unobservable inputs for these valuation assumptions is not meaningful to this presentation.
 
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The following table shows carrying values and related estimated fair values of financial instruments as of the dates indicated. Estimated fair values are further categorized by the inputs used to measure fair value. Items that are not financial instruments are not included.
 
    June 30, 2022
    Estimated Fair Value Measurements at June 30, 2022 Using
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Carrying
Value
    Estimated
Fair Value
    Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
    Significant
Other Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
    Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
Financial assets:
                                       
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 79,302     $ 79,302     $ 79,302     $ -     $ -  
Certificates of deposit in other financial institutions
    1,482       1,453       -       1,453       -  
Loans held-for-sale
    1,525       1,552       -       1,552       -  
Loans receivable, net
    1,460,975       1,418,593       -       -       1,418,593  
Federal Home Loan Bank stock
    3,038       3,038       -       3,038       -  
Accrued interest receivable
    6,892       6,892       -       6,892       -  
                                         
Financial liabilities:
                                       
Non-interest bearing deposits
    370,567       370,567       370,567       -       -  
Interest bearing deposits
    1,546,648       1,547,211       1,148,252       398,959       -  
Repurchase agreements
    24,536       24,311       16,273       8,038       -  
Accrued interest payable
    56       56       -       56       -  
 
 
    December 31, 2021
    Estimated Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2021 Using
 
(Dollars in thousands)
  Carrying
Value
    Estimated
Fair Value
    Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
    Significant
Other Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
    Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
Financial assets:
                                       
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 33,176     $ 33,176     $ 33,176     $ -     $ -  
Certificates of deposit in other financial institutions
    1,709       1,737       -       1,737       -  
Loans held-for-sale
    4,987       5,065       -       5,065       -  
Loans receivable, net
    953,377       951,744       -       -       951,744  
Federal Home Loan Bank stock
    3,247       3,247       -       3,247       -  
Accrued interest receivable
    5,444       5,444       -       5,444       -  
                                         
Financial liabilities:
                                       
Non-interest bearing deposits
    295,294       295,294       295,294       -       -  
Interest bearing deposits
    1,138,907       1,139,126       899,690       239,436       -  
Repurchase agreements
    14,581       14,579       12,842       1,737       -  
Accrued interest payable
    22       22       -       22       -  
 
 
The following methods were used to estimate the fair value of financial instruments presented in the preceding table for the periods ended June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
 
Cash and cash equivalent carrying amounts approximate fair value. Certificates of deposits in other financial institutions carrying amounts approximate fair value (Level 2 ). The fair values of securities available-for-sale are obtained from broker pricing (Level 2 ), with the exception of collateralized debt obligations, which are valued by a third -party specialist (Level 3 ). Loans held-for-sale comprise residential mortgages and are priced based on values established by the secondary mortgage markets (Level 1 ). The estimated fair value for net loans receivable is based on the exit price notion which is the exchange price that would be received to transfer the loans at the most advantageous market price in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date (Level 3 ). Federal Home Loan Bank stock is estimated at book value due to restrictions that limit the sale or transfer of the security. Interest rate swap agreements, both assets and liabilities, are valued by a third -party pricing agent using an income approach (Level 2 ). Fair values of accrued interest receivable and payable approximate book value, as the carrying values are determined using the observable interest rate, balance, and last payment date.
 
Non-interest and interest bearing deposits, which include checking, savings, and money market deposits, are estimated to have fair values based on the amount payable as of the reporting date (Level 1 ). The fair value of fixed-maturity certificates of deposit (included in interest bearing deposits) are based on estimates of the rate the Bancorp would pay on similar deposits, applied for the time period until maturity (Level 2 ). Estimated fair values for short-term repurchase agreements, which represent sweeps from demand deposits to accounts secured by pledged securities, are estimated based on the amount payable as of the reporting date (Level 1 ). Longer-term repurchase agreements, with contractual maturity dates of three months or more, are based on estimates of the rate the Bancorp would pay on similar deposits, applied for the time period until maturity (Level 2 ). Short-term borrowings are generally only held overnight, therefore, their carrying amount is a reasonable estimate of fair value (Level 1 ). The fair value of FHLB Advances are estimated by discounting the future cash flows using quoted rates from the FHLB for similar advances with similar maturities (Level 2 ). The estimated fair value of other financial instruments, and off-balance sheet loan commitments, approximate cost and are not considered significant to this presentation.
 
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Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
 
Summary
Finward Bancorp (the “Bancorp” or “Finward”) is a financial holding company registered with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Peoples Bank (“the Bank”), an Indiana commercial bank, and NWIN Risk Management, Inc., a captive insurance company, are wholly-owned subsidiaries of the Bancorp. The Bancorp has no other business activity other than being a holding company for the Bank and NWIN Risk Management, Inc. The following management’s discussion and analysis presents information concerning our financial condition as of June 30, 2022, as compared to December 31, 2021, and the results of operations for the quarter and six months ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2021. This discussion should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and other financial data presented elsewhere herein and with the financial statements and other financial data, as well as the Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021.
 
At June 30, 2022, the Bancorp had total assets of $2.1 billion, total loans receivable of $1.5 billion and total deposits of $1.9 billion. Stockholders' equity totaled $136.7 million or 6.5% of total assets, with a book value per share of $31.80. Net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, was $4.4 million, or $1.04 earnings per common diluted share. For the quarter ended June 30, 2022, the return on average assets (ROA) was 0.85%, while the return on average stockholders’ equity (ROE) was 12.45%. Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was $6.6 million, or $1.59 earnings per diluted common share. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the ROA was 0.65%, while the ROE was 8.40%.
 
Recent Developments
Acquisition of Royal Financial, Inc. On January 31, 2022, the Bancorp completed its acquisition of Royal Financial, Inc. (“RYFL”) pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger dated July 28, 2021 (the “Merger Agreement”) between the Bancorp and RYFL. Pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement, RYFL merged with and into the Bancorp, with the Bancorp as the surviving corporation (the “RYFL Merger”). Simultaneous with the RYFL Merger, Royal Savings Bank, an Illinois state-chartered savings bank and wholly-owned subsidiary of RYFL, merged with and into the Bank, with the Bank as the surviving institution.
 
Under the terms of the Merger Agreement, RYFL stockholders who owned 101 or more shares of RYFL common stock were permitted to elect to receive either 0.4609 shares of Finward common stock or $20.14 in cash, or a combination of both, for each share of RYFL common stock owned, subject to proration and allocation provisions such that 65% of the shares of RYFL common stock outstanding immediately prior to the closing of the merger were converted into the right to receive shares of Finward common stock and the remaining 35% of the outstanding RYFL shares were converted into the right to receive cash. Stockholders holding less than 101 shares of RYFL common stock received fixed consideration of $20.14 in cash and no stock consideration for each share of RYFL common stock.
 
As a result of RYFL stockholder stock and cash elections and the related allocation and proration provisions of the Merger Agreement, Finward issued 795,423 shares of its common stock and paid cash consideration of approximately $18.7 million in the RYFL Merger. Based on the January 28, 2022 closing price of $47.75 per share of Finward common stock, the transaction had an implied valuation of approximately $56.7 million. The acquisition further expanded the Bank’s banking center network in Cook County and DuPage County, Illinois, expanding the Bank’s full-service retail banking network.
 
Financial Condition
During the six months ended June 30, 2022, total assets increased by $480.7 million (29.7%), with interest-earning assets increasing by $415.3 million (27.3%). At June 30, 2022, interest-earning assets totaled $1.9 billion compared to $1.5 billion at December 31, 2021. Earning assets represented 92.3% of total assets at June 30, 2022 and 94.0% of total assets at December 31, 2021. The increase in total assets and interest earning assets for the six months was primarily the result of the acquisition of RYFL.
 
Net loans receivable totaled $1.5 billion at June 30, 2022, compared to $953.4 million at December 31, 2021. The loan portfolio, which is the Bancorp’s largest asset, is the primary source of both interest and fee income. The Bancorp’s lending strategy emphasizes quality loan growth, product diversification, and competitive and profitable pricing.
 
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The Bancorp’s end-of-period loan balances were as follows:
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 30,
 
 
December 31,
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
 
Balance
 
 
% Loans
 
 
Balance
 
 
% Loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Residential real estate
 
$
459,151
 
 
 
31.3
%
 
 
260,134
 
 
 
33.0
%
Home equity
 
 
35,672
 
 
 
2.4
%
 
 
34,612
 
 
 
5.4
%
Commercial real estate
 
 
420,735
 
 
 
28.6
%
 
 
317,145
 
 
 
31.2
%
Construction and land development
 
 
153,422
 
 
 
10.4
%
 
 
123,822
 
 
 
9.7
%
Multifamily
 
 
248,495
 
 
 
16.9
%
 
 
61,194
 
 
 
5.7
%
Consumer
 
 
1,673
 
 
 
0.1
%
 
 
582
 
 
 
0.1
%
Manufactured Homes
 
 
37,693
 
 
 
2.6
%
 
 
37,887
 
 
 
1.8
%
Commercial business
 
 
103,649
 
 
 
7.1
%
 
 
115,772
 
 
 
11.4
%
Government
 
 
8,081
 
 
 
0.6
%
 
 
8,991
 
 
 
1.7
%
Loans receivable
 
 
1,468,571
 
 
 
100.0
%
 
 
960,139
 
 
 
100.0
%
Plus:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net deferred loans origination costs
 
 
6,482
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6,810
 
 
 
 
 
Undisbursed loan funds
 
 
(672
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
(229
)
 
 
 
 
Loans receivable, net of deferred fees and costs
 
$
1,474,381
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
966,720
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Adjustable rate loans / loans receivable
 
$
636,956
 
 
 
43.4
%
 
$
542,975
 
 
 
56.6
%
 
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 30,
 
 
December 31,
 
 
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loans receivable to total assets
 
 
70.2
%
 
 
59.6
%
Loans receivable to earning assets
 
 
76.0
%
 
 
63.4
%
Loans receivable to total deposits
 
 
76.9
%
 
 
67.4
%
 
The following table sets forth certain information at June 30, 2022, regarding the dollar amount of loans in the Bancorp’s portfolio based on their contractual terms to maturity. Demand loans, loans having no schedule of repayment and no stated maturity, and overdrafts are reported as due in one year or less. Contractual principal repayments of loans do not necessarily reflect the actual term of the loan portfolio. The average life of mortgage loans is substantially less than their contractual terms because of loan prepayments and because of enforcement of due-on-sale clauses, which give the Bancorp the right to declare a loan immediately due and payable in the event, among other things, that the borrower sells the property subject to the mortgage. The amounts are stated in thousands (000’s).
 
 
 
 
Maturing
 
 
After one
 
 
After five
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
within
 
 
but within
 
 
but within
 
 
After
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
one year
 
 
five years
 
 
fifteen years
 
 
fifteen years
 
 
Total
 
Residential real estate
 
$
14,161
 
 
$
28,807
 
 
$
106,023
 
 
$
310,160
 
 
 
459,151
 
Home equity
 
 
4,598
 
 
 
21,818
 
 
 
8,979
 
 
 
277
 
 
 
35,672
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
24,809
 
 
 
106,633
 
 
 
287,314
 
 
 
1,979
 
 
 
420,735
 
Construction and land development
 
 
33,355
 
 
 
42,343
 
 
 
58,097
 
 
 
19,627
 
 
 
153,422
 
Multifamily
 
 
20,093
 
 
 
101,066
 
 
 
124,754
 
 
 
2,582
 
 
 
248,495
 
Consumer
 
 
30
 
 
 
731
 
 
 
912
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
1,673
 
Manufactured Homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
61
 
 
 
10,190
 
 
 
27,442
 
 
 
37,693
 
Commercial business
 
 
43,699
 
 
 
42,507
 
 
 
16,948
 
 
 
495
 
 
 
103,649
 
Government
 
 
100
 
 
 
3,211
 
 
 
4,770
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
8,081
 
Total loans receivable
 
$
140,845
 
 
$
347,177
 
 
$
617,987
 
 
$
362,562
 
 
$
1,468,571
 
 
 
The Bancorp is primarily a portfolio lender. Mortgage banking activities historically have been limited to the sale of fixed rate mortgage loans with contractual maturities greater than 15 years. These loans are identified as held for sale when originated and sold, on a loan-by-loan basis, in the secondary market. The Bancorp will also retain fixed rate mortgage loans with a contractual maturity greater than 15 years on a limited basis. During the six months ended June 30, 2022, the Bancorp originated $33.5 million in new fixed rate mortgage loans for sale, compared to $94.2 million during the six months ended June 30, 2021. Net gains realized from the mortgage loan sales totaled $898 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $3.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The decrease in net gains realized from mortgage loan sales for the six months ended June 30, 2022 compared to the prior year period is primarily due to lower demand for fixed rate mortgage loans as a result of increases in mortgage rates, which in-turn has resulted in a slowing in the sale of these mortgage loans. At June 30, 2022, the Bancorp had $1.5 million in loans that were classified as held for sale, compared to $5.0 million at December 31, 2021.
 
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Non-performing loans include those loans that are 90 days or more past due and those loans that have been placed on non-accrual status. At June 30, 2022, non-performing loans that remained accruing and more than 90 days past due include four residential real estate loans totaling $610 thousand, three commercial real estate loans totaling $517 thousand, and two commercial business loans totaling $81 thousand. The Bancorp will at times maintain certain loans on accrual status, despite being over 90 days past due, for short periods of time when management has reason to believe payments are in process of being received.
 
The Bancorp's nonperforming loans are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
Loan Segment
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
December 31, 2021
 
Residential real estate
 
$
5,585
 
 
$
4,682
 
Home equity
 
 
610
 
 
 
657
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
3,111
 
 
 
1,031
 
Construction and land development
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Multifamily
 
 
369
 
 
 
455
 
Commercial business
 
 
346
 
 
 
436
 
Consumer
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
10,021
 
 
$
7,261
 
Nonperforming loans to total loans
 
 
0.68
%
 
 
0.75
%
Nonperforming loans to total assets
 
 
0.48
%
 
 
0.45
%
 
 
Substandard loans include potential problem loans, where information about possible credit issues or other conditions causes management to question the ability of such borrowers to comply with loan covenants or repayment terms. No loans were internally classified as doubtful or loss at June 30, 2022 or December 31, 2021.
 
The Bancorp's substandard loans are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
Loan Segment
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
December 31, 2021
 
Residential real estate
 
$
6,019
 
 
$
3,722
 
Home equity
 
 
624
 
 
 
632
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
6,845
 
 
 
3,562
 
Construction and land development
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Multifamily
 
 
2,901
 
 
 
384
 
Commercial business
 
 
279
 
 
 
387
 
Consumer
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
16,668
 
 
$
8,687
 
 
The increase in substandard loans is the result of loans acquired pursuant to the RYFL acquisition.
 
In addition to identifying and monitoring non-performing and other classified loans, management maintains a list of special mention loans. Special mention loans represent loans management is closely monitoring due to one or more factors that may cause the loan to become classified as substandard.
 
The Bancorp's special mention loans are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
Loan Segment
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
December 31, 2021
 
Residential real estate
 
$
2,055
 
 
$
2,940
 
Home equity
 
 
400
 
 
 
415
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
10,890
 
 
 
12,011
 
Construction and land development
 
 
800
 
 
 
3,630
 
Multifamily
 
 
1,541
 
 
 
153
 
Commercial business
 
 
3,057
 
 
 
1,915
 
Consumer
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
59
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
18,743
 
 
$
21,123
 
 
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A loan is considered impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that a borrower will be unable to pay all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Typically, management does not individually classify smaller-balance homogeneous loans, such as residential mortgages or consumer loans, as impaired, unless they are troubled debt restructurings.
 
Purchased loans acquired in a business combination are recorded at estimated fair value on their purchase date. Purchased loans with evidence of credit quality deterioration since origination are considered purchased credit impaired loans. Expected future cash flows at the purchase date in excess of the fair value of loans are recorded as interest income over the life of the loans if the timing and amount of the future cash flows is reasonably estimable (“accretable yield”). The difference between contractually required payments and the cash flows expected to be collected at acquisition is referred to as the non-accretable difference and represents probable losses in the portfolio. In determining the acquisition date fair value of purchased credit impaired loans, and in subsequent accounting, the Bancorp aggregates these purchased loans into pools of loans by common risk characteristics, such as credit risk rating and loan type. Subsequent to the purchase date, increases in cash flows over those expected at the purchase date are recognized as interest income prospectively. Subsequent decreases to the expected cash flows will generally result in a provision for loan losses.
 
The Bancorp's impaired loans, including purchased credit impaired loans, are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
Loan Segment
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
December 31, 2021
 
Residential real estate
 
$
2,347
 
 
$
1,771
 
Home equity
 
 
154
 
 
 
284
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
3,816
 
 
 
1,600
 
Construction and land development
 
 
800
 
 
 
-
 
Multifamily
 
 
2,940
 
 
 
556
 
Commercial business
 
 
1,330
 
 
 
1,597
 
Consumer
 
 
20
 
 
 
-
 
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
11,407
 
 
$
5,808
 
 
The increase in impaired loans is the result of purchase credit impaired loans acquired pursuant to the RYFL acquisition.
 
At times, the Bancorp will modify the terms of a loan to forego a portion of interest or principal or reduce the interest rate on the loan to a rate materially less than market rates, or materially extend the maturity date of a loan as part of a troubled debt restructuring. The valuation basis for the Bancorp’s troubled debt restructurings is based on the present value of expected future cash flows; unless consistent cash flows are not present, then the fair value of the collateral securing the loan is the basis for valuation.
 
The Bancorp's troubled debt restructured loans are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
Loan Segment
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
December 31, 2021
 
Residential real estate
 
$
1,230
 
 
$
342
 
Home equity
 
 
84
 
 
 
83
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
617
 
 
 
747
 
Construction and land development
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Multifamily
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Commercial business
 
 
518
 
 
 
694
 
Consumer
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
2,449
 
 
$
1,866
 
 
At June 30, 2022, management is of the opinion that there are no loans, where known information about possible credit problems of borrowers causes management to have serious doubts as to the ability of such borrowers to comply with the present loan repayment terms and which will imminently result in such loans being classified as past due, non-accrual or a troubled debt restructure. Management does not presently anticipate that any of the non-performing loans or classified loans would materially affect future operations, liquidity or capital resources.
 
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The allowance for loan losses (ALL) is a valuation allowance for probable incurred credit losses, increased by the provision for loan losses, and decreased by charge-offs net of recoveries. A loan is charged‑off against the allowance by management as a loss when deemed uncollectible, although collection efforts continue and future recoveries may occur. The determination of the amounts of the ALL and provisions for loan losses is based on management’s current judgments about the credit quality of the loan portfolio with consideration given to all known relevant internal and external factors that affect loan collectability as of the reporting date. The appropriateness of the current period provision and the overall adequacy of the ALL are determined through a disciplined and consistently applied quarterly process that reviews the Bancorp’s current credit risk within the loan portfolio and identifies the required allowance for loan losses given the current risk estimates.
 
The Bancorp's provision for loan losses for the six months ended are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
Loan Segment
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
June 30, 2021
 
Residential real estate
 
$
226
 
 
$
62
 
Home equity
 
 
16
 
 
 
96
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
12
 
 
 
533
 
Construction and land development
 
 
(375
)
 
 
393
 
Multifamily
 
 
280
 
 
 
114
 
Commercial business
 
 
(239
)
 
 
(53
)
Consumer
 
 
80
 
 
 
9
 
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
-
 
 
$
1,154
 
 
The Bancorp's charge-off and recovery information is summarized below:
 
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
As of June 30, 2022
 
Loan Segment
 
Charge-off
 
 
Recoveries
 
 
Net Charge-offs
 
Residential real estate
 
$
-
 
 
$
50
 
 
$
50
 
Home equity
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Commercial real estate
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Construction and land development
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Multifamily
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Commercial business
 
 
-
 
 
 
38
 
 
 
38
 
Consumer
 
 
(37
)
 
 
12
 
 
 
(25
)
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
 
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
(37
)
 
$
100
 
 
$
63
 
 
The Bancorp's charge-off and recovery information is summarized below:
 
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
As of the six months ended June 30, 2021
 
Loan Segment
 
Charge-off
 
 
Recoveries
 
 
Net Charge-offs
 
Residential real estate
 
$
(4
)
 
$
25
 
 
$
21
 
Home equity
 
 
(1
)
 
 
-
 
 
 
(1
)
Commercial real estate
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Construction and land development
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Multifamily
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Farmland
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Commercial business
 
 
-
 
 
 
19
 
 
 
19
 
Consumer
 
 
(17
)
 
 
5
 
 
 
(12
)
Manufactured homes
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
 
 
Government
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Total
 
$
(22
)
 
$
49
 
 
$
27
 
 
 
The ALL provisions take into consideration management’s current judgments about the credit quality of the loan portfolio, loan portfolio balances, changes in the portfolio mix, and local economic conditions. In determining the provision for loan losses for the current period, management has considered risks associated with the local economy, changes in loan balances and mix, and asset quality.
 
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The Bancorp's allowance to total loans and non-performing loans are summarized below:
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
December 31, 2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Allowance for loan losses
 
$
13,406
 
 
$
13,343
 
Total loans
 
$
1,474,381
 
 
$
966,720
 
Non-performing loans
 
$
10,021
 
 
$
7,261
 
ALL-to-total loans
 
 
0.91
%
 
 
1.38
%
ALL-to-non-performing loans (coverage ratio)
 
 
133.8
%
 
 
183.8
%
 
 
In addition, management considers reserves that are not part of the ALL that have been established from acquisition activity. The Bancorp acquired loans for which there was evidence of credit quality deterioration since origination and it was determined that it was probable that the Bancorp would be unable to collect all contractually required principal and interest payments. At June 30, 2022, total purchased credit impaired loans reserves totaled $2.0 million compared to $1.4 million at December 31, 2021. Additionally, the Bancorp has acquired loans where there was not evidence of credit quality deterioration since origination and has marked these loans to their fair values. As part of the fair value of loans receivable, a net fair value discount was established for loans acquired of $6.0 million at June 30, 2022, compared to $1.1 million at December 31, 2021. Details on these fair value marks and the additional reserves created can be found in Note 5, Loans Receivable.
 
The primary objective of the Bancorp’s investment portfolio is to provide for the liquidity needs of the Bancorp and to contribute to profitability by providing a stable flow of dependable earnings. Funds are generally invested in federal funds, interest bearing balances in other financial institutions, U.S. government securities, federal agency obligations, obligations of state and local municipalities, and corporate securities. The securities portfolio, all of which is designated as available-for-sale, totaled $400.5 million at June 30, 2022, compared to $526.9 million at December 31, 2021, a decrease of $126.4 million (24.0%). The decrease is attributable to increased unrealized losses within the portfolio and the use of cashflows from the securities portfolio to fund loan growth. The acute increase in interest rates during the six months ended June 30, 2022, including an increase by the Federal Reserve in the federal funds target rate from 0.25% as of December 31, 2021 to 1.75% as of June 30, 2022, was the primary cause of the increase in unrealized losses on available-for-sale securities within the Bancorp’s investment portfolio. Management continues to actively monitor the securities portfolio and does not currently anticipate the need to realize losses from the securities portfolio, and it is unlikely the Bancorp will be required to sell the investments before recovery of their amortized cost bases, which may be at maturity. At June 30, 2022, the securities portfolio represented 20.6% of interest-earning assets and 19.1% of total assets compared to 34.6% of interest-earning assets and 32.5% of total assets at December 31, 2021.
 
The Bancorp’s end-of-period investment portfolio and other short-term investments and stock balances were as follows:
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 30,
 
 
 
 
 
 
December 31,
 
 
 
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Balance
 
 
% Securities
 
 
Balance
 
 
% Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
U.S. government sponsored entities
 
$
7,934
 
 
 
2.0
%
 
$
8,669
 
 
 
1.6
%
U.S. treasury securities
 
 
594
 
 
 
0.2
%
 
 
400
 
 
 
0.1
%
Collateralized mortgage obligations and residential mortgage-backed securities
 
 
150,061
 
 
 
37.5
%
 
 
184,701
 
 
 
35.1
%
Municipal securities
 
 
240,847
 
 
 
60.0
%
 
 
332,127
 
 
 
63.0
%
Collateralized debt obligations
 
 
1,030
 
 
 
0.3
%
 
 
992
 
 
 
0.2
%
Total securities available-for-sale
 
$
400,466
 
 
 
100.0
%
 
$
526,889
 
 
 
100.0
%
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 30,
 
 
December 31,
 
 
YTD
 
 
 
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
Change
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Balance
 
 
Balance
 
 
  $
 
 
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions
 
$
55,602
 
 
$
19,987
 
 
$
35,615
 
 
 
178.2
%
Fed funds sold
 
 
2,856
 
 
 
464
 
 
 
2,392
 
 
 
515.5
%
Certificates of deposit in other financial institutions
 
 
1,482
 
 
 
1,709
 
 
 
(227
)
 
 
-13.3
%
Federal Home Loan Bank stock
 
 
3,038
 
 
 
3,247
 
 
 
(209
)
 
 
-6.4
%
 
 
The net increase in interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions and fed funds sold is the result of the timing of cash flows and public fund deposits.
 
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The contractual maturities and weighted average yields for the U.S. government securities, agency securities, municipal securities, and collateralized debt obligations at June 30, 2022, are summarized in the table below. Securities not due at a single maturity date, such as mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations are not included in the following table. The carrying values are stated in thousands (000’s).
 
The weighted average yields were calculated by multiplying each carrying value by its yield and dividing the sum of these results by the total carrying values. Yields presented are not on a tax-equivalent basis.
 
 
 
Within 1 Year
 
 
1 - 5 Years
 
 
5 - 10 Years
 
 
After 10 Years
 
 
Total
 
 
 
Amount
 
 
Yield
 
 
Amount
 
 
Yield
 
 
Amount
 
 
Yield
 
 
Amount
 
 
Yield
 
 
Amount
 
U.S. government sponsored entities:
 
$
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
$
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
$
7,934
 
 
 
1.00
%
 
$
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
$
7,934
 
AFS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
U.S. treasury securities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AFS
 
 
199
 
 
 
0.13
%
 
 
395
 
 
 
2.38
%
 
 
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
 
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
 
594
 
Municipal Securities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AFS
 
 
296
 
 
 
5.14
%
 
 
1,561
 
 
 
3.93
%
 
 
16,935
 
 
 
3.43
%
 
 
222,055
 
 
 
2.76
%
 
 
240,847
 
Trust Preferred Securities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AFS
 
 
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
 
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
 
-
 
 
 
0.00
%
 
 
1,030
 
 
 
2.57
%
 
 
1,030
 
Totals
 
$
495
 
 
 
3.12
%
 
$
1,956
 
 
 
3.62
%
 
$
24,869
 
 
 
2.65
%
 
$
223,085
 
 
 
2.76
%
 
$
250,405
 
 
 
Deposits are a fundamental and cost-effective source of funds for lending and other investment purposes. The Bancorp offers a variety of products designed to attract and retain customers, with the primary focus on building and expanding relationships.
 
The Bancorp’s end-of-period deposit portfolio balances were as follows:
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 30,
 
 
December 31,
 
 
YTD
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
Change
 
 
 
Balance
 
 
Balance
 
 
$
 
 
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Checking
 
$
755,256
 
 
$
629,038
 
 
$
126,218
 
 
 
20.1
%
Savings
 
 
436,203
 
 
 
293,976
 
 
 
142,227
 
 
 
48.4
%
Money market
 
 
327,360
 
 
 
271,970
 
 
 
55,390
 
 
 
20.4
%
Certificates of deposit
 
 
398,396
 
 
 
239,217
 
 
 
159,179
 
 
 
66.5
%
Total deposits
 
$
1,917,215
 
 
$
1,434,201
 
 
$
483,014
 
 
 
33.7
%
 
The following table presents the average daily amount of deposits and average rates paid on such deposits for the periods indicated. The amounts are stated inthousands (000’s).
 
 
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
December 31, 2021
 
 
 
Amount
 
 
Rate %
 
 
Amount
 
 
Rate %
 
Noninterest bearing demand deposits
 
$
361,252
 
 
 
-
 
 
$
280,900
 
 
 
-
 
Interest bearing demand deposits
 
 
347,983
 
 
 
0.07
 
 
 
297,012
 
 
 
0.08
 
MMDA accounts
 
 
306,827
 
 
 
0.05
 
 
 
253,468
 
 
 
0.13
 
Savings accounts
 
 
409,210
 
 
 
0.14
 
 
 
277,839
 
 
 
0.06
 
Certificates of deposit
 
 
387,982
 
 
 
0.15
 
 
 
271,882
 
 
 
0.46
 
Total deposits
 
$
1,813,254
 
 
 
0.08
 
 
$
1,381,101
 
 
 
0.18
 
 
As of June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021, approximately $631.5 million and $452.0 million, respectively, of our deposit portfolio was uninsured. The uninsured amounts are estimates based on the methodologies and assumptions used for the Bank's regulatory reporting requirements.
 
The increase in overall deposits is the result of the RYFL acquisition, as well as the Bancorp’s efforts to maintain and grow core deposits.
 
The Bancorp’s borrowed funds are primarily used to fund asset growth not supported by deposit generation. The Bancorp’s end-of-period borrowing balances were as follows:
 
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 30,
 
 
December 31,
 
 
YTD
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
Change
 
 
 
Balance
 
 
Balance
 
 
$
 
 
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Repurchase agreements
 
$
24,536
 
 
$
14,581
 
 
$
9,955
 
 
 
68.3
%
Total borrowed funds
 
$
24,536
 
 
$
14,581
 
 
$
9,955
 
 
 
68.3
%
 
Repurchase agreements increased as part of normal account fluctuations within that product line.
 
Other assets totaled $42.0 million at June 30, 2022, compared to $14.9 million at December 31, 2021. The increase in other assets is primarily related to increased deferred tax assets as result of increased unrealized losses within the securities portfolio. Other liabilities totaled $23.1 million at June 30, 2022, compared to $15.3 milllion at December 31, 2021. The increase in other liabilities is primarily the result of increased fair value of interest rate swap contracts and ACH prefunding liabilities.
 
Liquidity and Capital Resources
For the Bancorp, liquidity management refers to the ability to generate sufficient cash to fund current loan demand, meet deposit withdrawals, and pay dividends and operating expenses. Because profit and liquidity are often conflicting objectives, management attempts to maximize the Bank’s net interest margin by making adequate, but not excessive, liquidity provisions. Furthermore, funds are managed so that future profits will not be significantly impacted as funding costs increase.
 
Changes in the liquidity position result from operating, investing and financing activities. Cash flows from operating activities are generally the cash effects of transactions and other events that enter into the determination of net income. The primary investing activities include loan originations, loan repayments, investments in interest bearing balances in other financial institutions, and the purchase, sale, and maturity of investment securities. Financing activities focus almost entirely on the generation of customer deposits. In addition, the Bancorp utilizes borrowings (i.e., repurchase agreements, FHLB advances and federal funds purchased) as a source of funds.
 
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During the six months ended June 30, 2022, cash and cash equivalents increased by $46.1 million compared to a $48.7 million increase for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The primary sources of cash and cash equivalents were cash and cash equivalents from acquisition activity, the sale of loans originated for sale, proceeds from the sale of securities, proceeds from the maturity and paydown of securities, change in deposits, and change in repurchase agreements and other borrowed funds. The primary uses of cash and cash equivalents were the purchase of securities, and loan originations. Cash provided by operating activities totaled $5.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to cash provided of $13.6 million for the six month period ended June 30, 2021. Cash provided from operating activities was primarily a result of net income and sale of loans originated for sale, offset by loans originated for sale and net change in accrued expenses and other liabilites. Cash provided from investing activities totaled $24.8 million for the current period, compared to cash outflows of $60.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. Cash provided from investing activities for the current six months were primarily related to the cash and cash equivalents from acquisition activity, net, and proceeds from the sales and maturities of securities, offset against the net change in loans receivable and purchase of securites. Cash provided from financing activities totaled $15.4 million during the current period compared to net cash provided of $95.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The net cash provided from financing activities were primarily a result of net change in deposits and the change in other borrowed funds. On a cash basis, the Bancorp paid dividends on common stock of $2.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, and $2.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021.
 
At June 30, 2022, outstanding commitments to fund loans totaled $276.1 million. Approximately 54.1% of the commitments were at variable rates. Standby letters of credit, which are conditional commitments issued by the Bancorp to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party, totaled $13.6 million at June 30, 2022. Management believes that the Bancorp has sufficient cash flow and borrowing capacity to fund all outstanding commitments and letters of credit, while maintaining proper levels of liquidity.
 
Management strongly believes that maintaining a high level of capital enhances safety and soundness. During the six months ended June 30, 2022, stockholders' equity decreased by $20.0 million (12.7%). During the six months ended June 30, 2022, stockholders’ equity was primarily decreased by other comprehensive losses as the result of market value changes within the securities portfolio of $62.1 million and dividends declared of $2.7 million, offset by increased additional paid in capital related to the RYFL acquisition of $38.0 million and net income of $6.6 million. On April 24, 2014 the Bancorp’s Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program to repurchase up to 50,000 shares of the Bancorp’s outstanding common stock, from time to time and subject to market conditions, on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. The stock repurchase program does not expire and is only limited by the number of shares that can be purchased. The stock repurchase program will be reviewed annually by the Board of Directors. No shares were repurchased under the program during the first six months of 2022 or 2021. During 2022, 11,158 restricted stock shares vested under the Incentive Plan outlined in Note 9 of the financial statements, of which 2,449 of these shares were withheld in the form of a net surrender to cover the withholding tax obligations of the vesting employees. The repurchase of these surrendered shares is considered outside of the scope of the formal board approved stock repurchase program.
 
The Bank is subject to risk-based capital guidelines adopted by the FDIC. The regulations divide capital into multiple tiers. The first tier (Common Equity Tier 1 Capital) includes common shareholders’ equity, after deductions for various items including goodwill and certain other intangible assets, and after certain other adjustments. Common Equity Tier 1 Capital also includes accumulated other comprehensive income (for organizations that do not make opt-out elections). The next tier (Tier 1 Capital) is comprised of Common Equity Tier 1 Capital plus other qualifying capital instruments such as perpetual noncumulative preferred stock and junior subordinated debt issued to trusts, and other adjustments. The third tier (Tier 2 Capital) includes instruments such as subordinated debt that have a minimum original maturity of at least five years and are subordinated to the claims of depositors and general creditors, total capital minority interest not included in Tier 1 Capital, and limited amounts of the allowance for loan losses, less applicable regulatory adjustments and deductions. The Bank is required to maintain a Common Equity Tier 1 Capital ratio of 4.5%, a Tier 1 Capital ratio of 6%, and a Total Capital ratio (comprised of Tier 1 Capital plus Tier 2 Capital) of 8%. In addition, the capital regulations provide for a minimum leverage ratio (Tier 1 capital to adjusted average assets) of 4%.
 
In addition to establishing the minimum regulatory capital requirements, the regulations limit capital distributions by the institution and certain discretionary bonus payments to management if an institution does not hold a “capital conservation buffer” consisting of 2.5% of common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets above the amount necessary to meet its minimum risk-based capital requirements.
 
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The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 required the FRB to set minimum capital levels for bank holding companies that are as stringent as those required for insured depository subsidiaries. However, under the FRB’s “Small Bank Holding Company” exemption from consolidated bank holding company capital requirements, bank holding companies and savings and loan holding companies with less than $3 billion in consolidated assets, such as the Bancorp, are exempt from consolidated regulatory capital requirements, unless the FRB determines otherwise in particular cases.
 
During the six months ended June 30, 2022, the Bancorp’s and Bank’s risk weighted assets continued to be negatively impacted by regulatory requirements regarding collateralized debt obligations. The regulatory requirements state that for collateralized debt obligations that have been downgraded below investment grade by the rating agencies, increased risk based asset weightings are required. The Bancorp currently holds pooled collateralized debt obligations with a cost basis of $2.2 million. These investments currently have ratings that are below investment grade. As a result, approximately $8.6 million of risk-based assets are generated by the collateralized debt obligations in the Bancorp’s and Bank’s total risk based capital calculation.
 
In addition, the following table shows that, at June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021, the Bank’s capital exceeded all applicable regulatory capital requirements. The dollar amounts are in millions.
 
(Dollars in millions)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Minimum Required To Be
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Minimum Required For
 
 
Well Capitalized Under Prompt
 
 
 
Actual
 
 
Capital Adequacy Purposes
 
 
Corrective Action Regulations
 
June 30, 2022
 
Amount
 
 
Ratio
 
 
Amount
 
 
Ratio
 
 
Amount
 
 
Ratio
 
Common equity tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets
 
$
155.5
 
 
 
10.5
%
 
$
66.6
 
 
 
4.5
%
 
$
96.2
 
 
 
6.5
%
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets
 
$
155.5
 
 
 
10.5
%
 
$
88.8
 
 
 
6.0
%
 
$
118.3
 
 
 
8.0
%
Total capital to risk-weighted assets
 
$
168.9
 
 
 
11.4
%
 
$
118.3
 
 
 
8.0
%
 
$
147.9
 
 
 
10.0
%
Tier 1 capital to adjusted average assets
 
$
155.5
 
 
 
7.8
%
 
$
81.0
 
 
 
4.0
%
 
$
101.2
 
 
 
5.0
%
 
(Dollars in millions)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Minimum Required To Be
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Minimum Required For
 
 
Well Capitalized Under Prompt
 
 
 
Actual
 
 
Capital Adequacy Purposes
 
 
Corrective Action Regulations
 
At December 31, 2021
 
Amount
 
 
Ratio
 
 
Amount
 
 
Ratio
 
 
Amount
 
 
Ratio
 
Common equity tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets
 
$
136.6
 
 
 
13.0
%
 
$
47.4
 
 
 
4.5
%
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
N/A
 
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets
 
$
136.6
 
 
 
13.0
%
 
$
63.3
 
 
 
6.0
%
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
N/A
 
Total capital to risk-weighted assets
 
$
149.8
 
 
 
14.2
%
 
$
84.3
 
 
 
8.0
%
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
N/A
 
Tier 1 capital to adjusted average assets
 
$
136.6
 
 
 
8.6
%
 
$
64.2
 
 
 
4.0
%
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
The Bancorp’s ability to pay dividends to its shareholders is entirely dependent upon the Bank’s ability to pay dividends to the Bancorp. Under Indiana law, the Bank may pay dividends from its undivided profits (generally, earnings less losses, bad debts, taxes and other operating expenses) as is considered expedient by the Bank’s Board of Directors. However, the Bank must obtain the approval of the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) if the total of all dividends declared by the Bank during the current year, including the proposed dividend, would exceed the sum of retained net income for the year to date plus its retained net income for the previous two years. For this purpose, “retained net income,” means net income as calculated for call report purposes, less all dividends declared for the applicable period. An exemption from DFI approval would require that the Bank have been assigned a composite uniform financial institutions rating of 1 or 2 as a result of the most recent federal or state examination; the proposed dividend would not result in a Tier 1 leverage ratio below 7.5%; and that the Bank not be subject to any corrective action, supervisory order, supervisory agreement, or board approved operating agreement. The aggregate amount of dividends that may be declared by the Bank in 2022, without the need for qualifying for an exemption or prior DFI approval, is its 2022 net profits plus $21.4 million. Moreover, the FDIC and the Federal Reserve Board may prohibit the payment of dividends if it determines that the payment of dividends would constitute an unsafe or unsound practice in light of the financial condition of the Bank. On May 20, 2022, the Board of Directors of the Bancorp declared a second quarter dividend of $0.31 per share. The Bancorp’s second quarter dividend was paid to shareholders on July 7, 2022.
 
Results of Operations - Comparison of the Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 to the Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, the Bancorp reported net income of $4.4 million, compared to net income of $3.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, an increase of $860 thousand (24.1%). For the three months, the ROA was 0.85%, compared to 0.90% for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The ROE was 12.45% for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to 9.17% for the three months ended June 30, 2021.
 
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Net interest income for the three months ended June 30, 2022 was $17.3 million, an increase of $5.4 million (45.7%), compared to $11.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The weighted-average yield on interest-earning assets was 3.68% for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to 3.38% for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The weighted-average cost of funds for the three months ended June 30, 2022 was 0.09% compared to 0.16% for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The impact of the 3.68% return on interest earning assets and the 0.09% cost of funds resulted in an interest rate spread and margin of 3.59% for the current three months, a increase from the 3.22% spread for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The Bancorp’s net interest margin on a tax-adjusted basis was 3.78% for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to 3.42% for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The Bancorp believes that it is a standard practice in the banking industry to present net interest margin and net interest income on a fully-taxable equivalent basis, as these measures provide useful information to make peer comparisons. Tax adjusted net interest margin represents a non-GAAP financial measure. See the non-GAAP reconciliation table immediately below and the section captioned “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for further disclosure regarding non-GAAP financial measures.
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Three Months Ended
 
(unaudited)
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
June 30, 2021
 
Calculation of tax adjusted net interest margin
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net interest income
 
$
17,298
 
 
$
11,872
 
Tax adjusted interest on securities and loans
 
 
930
 
 
 
745
 
Adjusted net interest income
 
 
18,228
 
 
 
12,617
 
Total average earning assets
 
 
1,927,664
 
 
 
1,473,625
 
Tax adjusted net interest margin
 
 
3.78
%
 
 
3.42
%
 
 
Information relating to the average consolidated balance sheet and the yield on average earning assets and cost of average liabilities for the periods indicated are in the following table. Dividing the related interest, on an annualized basis, by the average balance of assets or liabilities drives the disclosed rates. Average balances are derived from daily balances.
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Average Balances, Interest, and Rates
 
(unaudited)
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
June 30, 2021
 
 
 
Average
Balance
 
 
Interest
 
 
Rate (%)
 
 
Average
Balance
 
 
Interest
 
 
Rate (%)
 
ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions
 
$
25,679
 
 
$
45
 
 
 
0.70
 
 
$
57,543
 
 
$
9
 
 
 
0.06
 
Federal funds sold
 
 
1,388
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
0.58
 
 
 
1,288
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Certificates of deposit in other financial institutions
 
 
1,625
 
 
 
3
 
 
 
0.74
 
 
 
1,473
 
 
 
7
 
 
 
1.90
 
Securities available-for-sale
 
 
438,309
 
 
 
2,449
 
 
 
2.23
 
 
 
433,355
 
 
 
2,124
 
 
 
1.96
 
Loans receivable*
 
 
1,457,625
 
 
 
15,221
 
 
 
4.18
 
 
 
976,520
 
 
 
10,275
 
 
 
4.21
 
Federal Home Loan Bank stock
 
 
3,038
 
 
 
20
 
 
 
2.63
 
 
 
3,446
 
 
 
20
 
 
 
2.32
 
Total interest earning assets
 
 
1,927,664
 
 
$
17,740
 
 
 
3.68
 
 
 
1,473,625
 
 
$
12,435
 
 
 
3.38
 
Cash and non-interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions
 
 
21,435
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
36,377
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Allowance for loan losses
 
 
(13,399
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(13,255
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other noninterest bearing assets
 
 
149,339
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
97,863
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total assets
 
$
2,085,039
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
1,594,610
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total deposits
 
$
1,884,712
 
 
$
389
 
 
 
0.08
 
 
$
1,402,398
 
 
$
549
 
 
 
0.16
 
Repurchase agreements
 
 
22,618
 
 
 
26
 
 
 
0.46
 
 
 
16,855
 
 
 
12
 
 
 
0.28
 
Borrowed funds
 
 
9,851
 
 
 
27
 
 
 
1.10
 
 
 
1,720
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
0.47
 
Total interest bearing liabilities
 
 
1,917,181
 
 
$
442
 
 
 
0.09
 
 
 
1,420,973
 
 
$
563
 
 
 
0.16
 
Other noninterest bearing liabilities
 
 
25,443
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
17,787
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total liabilities
 
 
1,942,624
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,438,760
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total stockholders' equity
 
 
142,415
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
155,850
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
 
$
2,085,039
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
1,594,610
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net intrest spread
 
 
3.59
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3.22
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net interest margin**
 
 
3.59
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3.22
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratio of interest-earning assets to interest-bearing liabilities
 
1.01x
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1.04x
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
* Non-accruing loans have been included in the average balances. ** Net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets.
 
The increased net interest income and net interest margin for the three months ended June 30, 2022 was primarily the result of the increased earning assets acquired through the RYFL acquisition, reallocation of securities cashflows into organic loan growth, and maintaining lower interest expense.
 
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The following table shows the change in noninterest income for the three months ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2021.
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Three Months Ended June 30,
 
 
6/30/2022
 
 
vs. 6/30/2021
 
(unaudited)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
$ Change
 
 
% Change
 
Noninterest income:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fees and service charges
 
$
1,560
 
 
$
1,471
 
 
$
89
 
 
 
6.1
%
Wealth management operations
 
 
588
 
 
 
576
 
 
 
12
 
 
 
2.1
%
Gain on sale of loans held-for-sale, net
 
 
291
 
 
 
1,116
 
 
 
(825
)
 
 
-73.9
%
Gain on sale of securities, net
 
 
258
 
 
 
269
 
 
 
(11
)
 
 
-4.1
%
Increase in cash value of bank owned life insurance
 
 
193
 
 
 
188
 
 
 
5
 
 
 
2.7
%
Gain (loss) on sale of foreclosed real estate
 
 
-
 
 
 
36
 
 
 
(36
)
 
 
-100.0
%
Other
 
 
6
 
 
 
24
 
 
 
(18
)
 
 
-75.0
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total noninterest income
 
$
2,896
 
 
$
3,680
 
 
$
(784
)
 
 
-21.3
%
 
The decrease in gain on sale of loans is the result of significant refinance in 2021 due to the economic and low-rate environment, which resulted in more loans originated and sold. We expect demand for fixed rate mortgage loans held-for-sale in the secondary market to be lower as borrowing rates on loans increase. The increase in fees and service charges is primarily the result of the acquisition of RYFL and the resultant increase in our customer base.
 
The following table shows the change in noninterest expense for the three months ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2021.
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Three Months Ended June 30,
 
 
6/30/2022
 
 
vs. 6/30/2021
 
(Unaudited)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
$ Change
 
 
% Change
 
Noninterest expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Compensation and benefits
 
$
7,538
 
 
$
5,897
 
 
$
1,641
 
 
 
27.8
%
Data processing
 
 
1,246
 
 
 
597
 
 
 
649
 
 
 
108.7
%
Occupancy and equipment
 
 
1,729
 
 
 
1,324
 
 
 
405
 
 
 
30.6
%
Marketing
 
 
385
 
 
 
195
 
 
 
190
 
 
 
97.4
%
Federal deposit insurance premiums
 
 
380
 
 
 
204
 
 
 
176
 
 
 
86.3
%
Other
 
 
3,898
 
 
 
2,793
 
 
 
1,105
 
 
 
39.6
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total noninterest expense
 
$
15,176
 
 
$
11,010
 
 
$
4,166
 
 
 
37.8
%
 
 
The increase in compensation and benefits is primarily the result of the RYFL acquisition, management’s continued focus on talent management, and wage inflation. The increase in data processing expense is primarily the result of increased system utilization due to growth of the Bank, and continued investment in technological advancements such as Salesforce and nCino. The increase in occupancy and equipment expense is primarily related to the RYFL acquisition and higher operating costs. Marketing expenses have increased to enhance brand recognition in new markets and gain more wallet share. The increase in federal deposit insurance premiums is primarily the result of growth of the bank’s average assets. The increase in other operating expenses is primarily the result of one-time expenses related to the acquisition of RYFL, continued investments in strategic initiatives focusing on growth of the organization, and inflationary pressures.
 
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, data processing expense totaled $1.2 million, a decrease of $1.8 million from the three months ended March 31, 2022 total of $3.1 million. The decrease for the three months ended June 30, 2022, is primarily related to $1.9 million in RYFL conversion expense recognized during the three months ended March 31, 2022.
 
The provision for income taxes was $587 thousand for the three months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $395 thousand for the three months ended June 30, 2021, an increase of $192 thousand (48.6%). The effective tax rate was 11.7% for the three months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to 10.0% for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The Bancorp’s higher current three months effective tax rate is a result of higher earnings relative to tax preferred income.
 
Results of Operations - Comparison of the Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 to the Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
 
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the Bancorp reported net income of $6.6 million, compared to net income of $8.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, a decrease of $1.5 million (19.1%). For the six months ended, the ROA was 0.65%, compared to 1.04 % for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The ROE was 8.40% for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to 10.54% for the six months ended June 30, 2021.
 
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Net interest income for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was $32.8 million, an increase of $8.9 million (37.3%), compared to $23.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The weighted-average yield on interest-earning assets was 3.59% for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to 3.48% for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The weighted-average cost of funds for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was 0.09% compared to 0.18% for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The impact of the 3.59% return on interest earning assets and the 0.09% cost of funds resulted in an interest rate spread of 3.50% for the current six months, which is an increase from the spread of 3.30% as of June 30, 2021. On a tax adjusted basis, the Bancorp’s net interest margin was 3.70% for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to 3.51% for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The Bancorp believes that it is a standard practice in the banking industry to present net interest margin and net interest income on a fully-taxable equivalent basis, as these measures provide useful information to make peer comparisons. Tax adjusted net interest margin represents a non-GAAP financial measure. See the non-GAAP reconciliation table immediately below and the section captioned “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for further disclosure regarding non-GAAP financial measures.
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Six Months Ended
 
(unaudited)
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
June 30, 2021
 
Calculation of tax adjusted net interest margin
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net interest income
 
$
32,833
 
 
$
23,918
 
Tax adjusted interest on securities and loans
 
 
1,896
 
 
 
1,422
 
Adjusted net interest income
 
 
34,729
 
 
 
25,340
 
Total average earning assets
 
 
1,874,835
 
 
 
1,445,263
 
Tax adjusted net interest margin
 
 
3.70
%
 
 
3.51
%
 
 
Information relating to the average consolidated balance sheet and the yield on average earning assets and cost of average liabilities for the periods indicated are in the following table. Dividing the related interest, on an annualized basis, by the average balance of assets or liabilities drives the disclosed rates. Average balances are derived from daily balances.
 
Year-to-Date
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Average Balances, Interest, and Rates
 
(unaudited)
 
June 30, 2022
 
 
June 30, 2021
 
 
 
Average
Balance
 
 
Interest
 
 
Rate (%)
 
 
Average
Balance
 
 
Interest
 
 
Rate (%)
 
ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
`
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions
 
$
24,032
 
 
$
53
 
 
 
0.44
 
 
$
54,195
 
 
$
21
 
 
 
0.08
 
Federal funds sold
 
 
4,683
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
0.09
 
 
 
1,040
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
-
 
Certificates of deposit in other financial institutions
 
 
1,674
 
 
 
6
 
 
 
0.72
 
 
 
1,535
 
 
 
15
 
 
 
1.95
 
Securities available-for-sale
 
 
474,016
 
 
 
5,024
 
 
 
2.12
 
 
 
408,753
 
 
 
4,065
 
 
 
1.99
 
Loans receivable*
 
 
1,366,900
 
 
 
28,507
 
 
 
4.17
 
 
 
976,059
 
 
 
21,021
 
 
 
4.31
 
Federal Home Loan Bank stock
 
 
3,530
 
 
 
42
 
 
 
2.38
 
 
 
3,681
 
 
 
40
 
 
 
2.17
 
Total interest earning assets
 
 
1,874,835
 
 
$
33,634
 
 
 
3.59
 
 
 
1,445,263
 
 
$
25,162
 
 
 
3.48
 
Cash and non-interest bearing deposits in other financial institutions
 
 
20,821
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
35,055
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Allowance for loan losses
 
 
(13,383
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(12,960
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other noninterest bearing assets
 
 
138,343
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
97,967
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total assets
 
$
2,020,616
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
1,565,325
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total deposits
 
$
1,813,254
 
 
$
726
 
 
 
0.08
 
 
$
1,375,429
 
 
$
1,200
 
 
 
0.17
 
Repurchase agreements
 
 
21,013
 
 
 
42
 
 
 
0.40
 
 
 
15,674
 
 
 
22
 
 
 
0.28
 
Borrowed funds
 
 
7,982
 
 
 
33
 
 
 
0.83
 
 
 
1,903
 
 
 
22
 
 
 
2.31
 
Total interest bearing liabilities
 
 
1,842,249
 
 
$
801
 
 
 
0.09
 
 
 
1,393,006
 
 
$
1,244
 
 
 
0.18
 
Other noninterest bearing liabilities
 
 
22,029
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
18,295
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total liabilities
 
 
1,864,278
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,411,301
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total stockholders' equity
 
 
156,338
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
154,024
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
 
$
2,020,616
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
1,565,325
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net intrest spread
 
 
3.50
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3.30
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net interest margin**
 
 
3.50
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3.31
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratio of interest-earning assets to interest-bearing liabilities
 
1.02
x
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1.04
x
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
* Non-accruing loans have been included in the average balances. ** Net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets.
 
The increased net interest income and net interest margin for the six months ended June 30, 2022 was primarily the result of the increased earning assets acquired through the RYFL acquisition, reallocation of securities cashflows into organic loan growth, and maintaining lower interest expense.
 
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The following table shows the change in noninterest income for the six months ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2021.
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Six Months Ended June 30,
 
 
6/30/2022
 
 
vs. 6/30/2021
 
(unadited)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
$ Change
 
 
% Change
 
Noninterest income:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fees and service charges
 
$
2,864
 
 
$
2,537
 
 
$
327
 
 
 
12.9
%
Wealth management operations
 
 
1,183
 
 
 
1,183
 
 
 
0
 
 
 
0.0
%
Gain on sale of loans held-for-sale, net
 
 
898
 
 
 
3,165
 
 
 
(2,267
)
 
 
-71.6
%
Gain on sale of securities, net
 
 
639
 
 
 
686
 
 
 
(47
)
 
 
-6.9
%
Increase in cash value of bank owned life insurance
 
 
445
 
 
 
357
 
 
 
88
 
 
 
24.6
%
Gain (loss) on sale of foreclosed real estate
 
 
-
 
 
 
27
 
 
 
(27
)
 
 
-100.0
%
Other
 
 
11
 
 
 
38
 
 
 
(27
)
 
 
-71.1
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total noninterest income
 
$
6,040
 
 
$
7,993
 
 
$
(1,953
)
 
 
-24.4
%
 
 
The decrease in gain on sale of loans is the result of significant refinance activity in 2021 due to the economic and low-rate environment, which resulted in more loans originated and sold. We expect demand for fixed rate mortgage loans held-for-sale in the secondary market to be lower as borrowing rates on loans increase. The increase in fees and service charges is primarily the result of the acquisition of RYFL and the resultant increase in our customer base.
 
The following table shows the change in noninterest expense for the six months ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2021.
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Six Months Ended June 30,
 
 
6/30/2022
 
 
vs. 6/30/2021
 
(unaudited)
 
2022
 
 
2021
 
 
$ Change
 
 
% Change
 
Noninterest expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Compensation and benefits
 
$
14,905
 
 
$
11,582
 
 
$
3,323
 
 
 
28.7
%
Data processing
 
 
4,300
 
 
 
1,125
 
 
 
3,175
 
 
 
282.2
%
Occupancy and equipment
 
 
3,229
 
 
 
2,696
 
 
 
533
 
 
 
19.8
%
Marketing
 
 
1,036
 
 
 
394
 
 
 
642
 
 
 
162.9
%
Federal deposit insurance premiums
 
 
599
 
 
 
384
 
 
 
215
 
 
 
56.0
%
Other
 
 
7,376
 
 
 
5,322
 
 
 
2,054
 
 
 
38.6
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total noninterest expense
 
$
31,445
 
 
$
21,503
 
 
$
9,942
 
 
 
46.2
%
 
The increase in compensation and benefits is primarily the result of the RYFL acquisition, management’s continued focus on talent management, and wage inflation. The increase in occupancy and equipment expense is primarily related to the RYFL acquisition and higher operating costs. Marketing expenses have increased to enhance brand recognition in new markets and gain more wallet share. The increase in federal deposit insurance premiums is primarily the result of growth of the bank’s average assets. The increase in data processing expense is primarily the result of data conversion expenses related to the acquisition of RYFL, increased system utilization due to growth of the Bank, and continued investment in technological advancements such as Salesforce and nCino. The increase in other operating expenses is primarily the result of one-time expenses related to the acquisition of RYFL, continued investments in strategic initiatives focusing on growth of the organization, and inflationary pressures.
 
The provision for income taxes was $862 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $1.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, a decrease of $278 thousand (24.4%). The effective tax rate was 11.6% for the six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to 12.3% for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The Bancorp’s lower current period effective tax rate is a result of a greater increase in tax preferred income relative to earnings.
 
Critical Accounting Policies
Critical accounting policies are those accounting policies that management believes are most important to the portrayal of the Bancorp’s financial condition and that require management’s most difficult, subjective or complex judgments. The Bancorp’s critical accounting policies from December 31, 2021, remain unchanged.
 
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements contained in this report that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words or phrases “would be,” “will allow,” “intends to,” “will likely result,” “are expected to,” “will continue,” “is anticipated,” “estimate,” “project,” or similar expressions are also intended to identify “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. The Bancorp cautions readers that forward-looking statements, including without limitation those relating to the Bancorp’s future business prospects, merger and acquisition activities, interest income and expense, net income, liquidity, and capital needs are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements, due to, among other things, factors identified in this report, including those identified in the Bancorp’s 2021 Form 10-K.
 
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Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This filing includes certain financial measures that are identified as non-GAAP, including adjusted net interest income and tax adjusted net interest margin. The Bancorp provides these non-GAAP performance measures because they are used by management to evaluate and measure the Bancorp’s performance, which the Bancorp believes also is useful to assist investors in assessing the Bancorp’s operating performance. Where non-GAAP financial measures are used in this report, the most comparable GAAP measure, as well as the reconciliation to the most comparable GAAP measure, can be found in the tables referenced herein.
 
The adjusted net interest income and tax-adjusted net interest margin measures recognize the income tax savings when comparing taxable and tax-exempt assets. Interest income and yields on tax-exempt securities and loans are presented using the current federal income tax rate of 21%. Management believes that it is standard practice in the banking industry to present net interest income and net interest margin on a fully tax-equivalent basis and that it may enhance comparability for peer comparison purposes.
 
Although these non-GAAP financial measures are frequently used by investors to evaluate a financial institution’s business and performance, they have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation, or as a substitute for analyses of results as reported under GAAP. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures may differ from those used by other financial institutions to assess their business operations and performance.
 
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Not applicable.
 
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
 
(a)
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures .
The Bancorp maintains disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Sections 13a – 15(e) and 15d – 15(e)) of regulations promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”) that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Bancorp in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms. These disclosure controls and procedures include controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Bancorp in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to the Bancorp's management, including its principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. The Bancorp's Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer evaluate the effectiveness of the Bancorp's disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of each quarter. Based on that evaluation as of June 30, 2022, the Bancorp’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that such disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of that date in ensuring that information required to be disclosed by the Bancorp under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms .
 
 
(b)
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting .
There was no change in the Bancorp's internal control over financial reporting identified in connection with the Bancorp’s evaluation of controls that occurred during the six months ended June 30, 2022, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Bancorp's internal control over financial reporting.
 
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PART II ‑ Other Information
Item 1.
Legal Proceedings
The Bancorp and its subsidiaries, from time to time, are involved in legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business against its debtors and are defendants in legal actions arising from normal business activities. Management, after consultation with legal counsel believes that the ultimate liabilities, if any, resulting from these actions will not have a material adverse effect on the financial position of the Bank or on the consolidated financial position of the Bancorp.
 
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
Not Applicable.
 
Item 2.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
On April 24, 2014 the Bancorp’s Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program to repurchase up to 50,000 shares of the Bancorp’s outstanding common stock, from time to time and subject to market conditions, on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. The stock repurchase program does not expire and is only limited by the number of shares that can be purchased. The stock repurchase program will be reviewed annually by the Board of Directors. No shares were repurchased during the six months ended June 30, 2022 under the stock repurchase program.
 
Period
 
Total Number
of Shares Purchased
 
 
Average Price
Paid per Share
 
 
Total Number of Shares
Purchased as Part of
Publicly Announced
Plans or Programs
 
 
Maximum Number of
Shares That May Yet
Be Purchased Under
the Program(1)
 
January 1, 2022 – January 31, 2022
 
 
-
 
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
48,828
 
February 1, 2022 – February 28, 2022
 
 
-
 
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
48,828
 
March 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022
 
 
-
 
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
48,828
 
April 1, 2022 – April 30, 2022
 
 
-
 
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
48,828
 
May 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022
 
 
-
 
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
48,828
 
June 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022
 
 
-
 
 
 
N/A
 
 
 
-
 
 
 
48,828
 
 
(1)
The stock repurchase program was announced on April 24, 2014, whereby the Bancorp is authorized to repurchase up to 50,000 shares of the Bancorp’s common stock outstanding. There is no express expiration date for this program.
 
Item 3.
Defaults Upon Senior Securities
There are no matters reportable under this item.
 
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
Not Applicable
 
Item 5.
Other Information
None
 
Item 6.
Exhibits
 
Exhibit
 
 
Number
Description
 
 
 
 
10.1
Employment Agreement between Finward Bancorp, Peoples Bank and Todd M. Scheub dated as of April 27, 2022 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Bancorp’s Form 8-K dated April 28, 2022).
 
10.2
Extension Agreement between Finward Bancorp, Peoples Bank and David A. Bochnowski effective as of June 28, 2022 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Bancorp’s Form 8-K dated May 23, 2022).
 
10.3
Post 2004 Deferred Compensation Plan for the Directors of Peoples Bank, Amended and Restated Effective May 20, 2022 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Bancorp’s Form 8-K dated May 23, 2022).
 
31.1
Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) Certification of Chief Executive Officer.
 
31.2
Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) Certification of Chief Financial Officer.
 
32.1
Section 1350 Certifications.
 
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The following materials from the Bancorp’s Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022, formatted in an XBRL Interactive Data File: (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets; (ii) Consolidated Statements of Income; (iii) Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity; (iv) Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income; (v) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows; and (vi) Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, with detailed tagging of notes and financial statement schedules.
 
104
Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101).
 
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SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 
 
 
 
FINWARD BANCORP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Date: August 15, 2022
/s/ Benjamin J. Bochnowski
 
 
Benjamin J. Bochnowski
 
President and Chief Executive Officer
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Date: August 15, 2022
/s/ Peymon S. Torabi
 
 
Peymon S. Torabi
 
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial
 
Officer and Treasurer
 
 
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