SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Policies) | 12 Months Ended |
Jun. 30, 2014 |
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | ' |
Use of Estimates | ' |
Use of Estimates |
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The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant change in the near term are the allowance for loan losses, other-than-temporary impairment of securities, the valuation of goodwill and the realizability of deferred tax assets. |
Basis of Presentation | ' |
Basis of Presentation |
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The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary, the Bank, and the Bank’s wholly-owned subsidiaries, Windham North Properties, LLC, PSB Realty, LLC, and Putnam Bank Mortgage Servicing Company. Windham North Properties, LLC is used to acquire title to selected properties on which Putnam Bank forecloses. PSB Realty, LLC owns a parcel of real estate located immediately adjacent to Putnam Bank’s main office. This real estate is utilized as a loan center for Putnam Bank and there are no outside tenants that occupy the premises. PSB Realty, LLC also owns the 40 High Street, Norwich branch building and real estate. Putnam Bank Mortgage Servicing Company is a qualified “passive investment company” that is intended to reduce Connecticut state taxes on interest earned on real estate loans. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in the consolidation. |
Reclassifications | ' |
Reclassifications |
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Reclassifications are made to prior year financial statements when necessary to conform to the current year presentation. |
Cash and Cash Equivalents | ' |
Cash and Cash Equivalents |
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For the purposes of reporting cash flows, cash and cash equivalents include cash, amounts due from depository institutions and interest-bearing deposits with other banks. |
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Cash and due from banks as of June 30, 2014 and 2013 includes $425,000 which is subject to withdrawal and usage restrictions to satisfy the reserve requirements and target balances at Bankers Bank Northeast. |
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Cash is maintained in bank accounts which, at times, may exceed insured limits. The Company has not experienced any issues in such accounts and does not believe it is exposed to any significant credit risk on cash. |
Securities | ' |
Securities |
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Investments in debt securities are adjusted for amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts computed so as to approximate the interest method. Gains or losses on sales of investment securities are computed on a specific identification basis. All security transactions are recorded on the trade date. |
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The Company classifies debt and equity securities into one of three categories: held-to-maturity, available-for-sale, or trading. These security classifications may be modified after acquisition only under certain specified conditions. In general, securities may be classified as held-to-maturity only if the Company has the positive intent and ability to hold them to maturity. Trading securities are defined as those bought and held principally for the purpose of selling them in the near term. All other securities are classified as available-for-sale. |
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Held-to-maturity securities are measured at amortized cost on the consolidated balance sheets. Unrealized holding gains and losses are not included in earnings or in other comprehensive income/loss, but are disclosed in the notes to the consolidated financial statements. |
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Available-for-sale securities are carried at fair value on the consolidated balance sheets. Unrealized holding gains and losses are not included in earnings but are included in other comprehensive income/loss, net of applicable taxes. |
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Trading securities are carried at fair value on the consolidated balance sheets. Unrealized holding gains and losses for trading securities are included in earnings. The Company held no securities classified as trading at June 30, 2014 and 2013. |
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Each reporting period, the Company evaluates all securities classified as available-for-sale or held-to-maturity, with a decline in fair value below the amortized cost of the investment to determine whether or not the impairment is deemed to be other-than-temporary (“OTTI”). |
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OTTI is required to be recognized if (1) the Company intends to sell the security; (2) it is “more likely than not” that the Company will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis; or (3) for debt securities, the present value of expected cash flows is not sufficient to recover the entire amortized cost basis. Marketable equity securities are evaluated for OTTI based on the severity and duration of the impairment and, if deemed to be other than temporary, the declines in fair value are reflected in earnings as realized losses. For impaired debt securities that the Company intends to sell, or more likely than not will be required to sell, the full amount of the depreciation is recognized as OTTI through earnings. For all other impaired debt securities, credit-related OTTI is recognized through earnings and non-credit related OTTI is recognized in other comprehensive income/loss, net of applicable taxes. |
Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston Stock | ' |
Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston Stock |
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The Bank, as a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) system, is required to maintain an investment in capital stock of the FHLB of Boston. Based on redemption provisions, the stock has no quoted market value and is carried at cost. At its discretion, the FHLB of Boston may declare dividends on the stock. The Bank reviews for impairment based on the ultimate recoverability of the cost basis in the stock. As of June 30, 2014, no impairment has been recognized. |
Loans Held-For-Sale | ' |
Loans Held-For-Sale |
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Loans originated and intended for sale in the secondary market are carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair value in the aggregate. Net unrealized losses, if any, are provided for in a valuation allowance by charges to income. |
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Interest income on loans held-for-sale is accrued currently and classified as interest on loans. |
Loans | ' |
Loans |
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The Company’s loan portfolio includes residential real estate, commercial real estate, residential construction, commercial and consumer/other segments. Loans that management has the intent and ability to hold for the foreseeable future or until maturity or pay-off generally are reported at their outstanding unpaid principal balances adjusted for charge-offs, the allowance for loan losses, and any deferred fees or costs on originated loans. Interest income is accrued on the unpaid principal balance. Loan origination fees, net of certain direct origination costs, are deferred and recognized as an adjustment of the related loan yield using the interest method. |
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The accrual of interest on all loans is discontinued at the time a loan is 90 days past due unless the credit is well-secured and in process of collection. Past due status is based on contractual terms of the loan. In all cases, loans are placed on non-accrual if collection of principal or interest is considered doubtful. All interest accrued but not collected for loans that are placed on non-accrual is reversed against interest income. The interest on these loans is accounted for on the cash-basis or cost-recovery method, until qualifying for return to accrual. Loans are returned to accrual status when all the principal and interest amounts contractually due are brought current and future payments are reasonably assured. |
Allowance for Loan Losses | ' |
Allowance for Loan Losses |
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The allowance for loan losses is established as losses are estimated to have occurred through a provision for loan losses charged to earnings. Loan losses are charged against the allowance when management believes the uncollectability of a loan balance is confirmed. |
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The allowance for loan losses is evaluated on a quarterly basis by management. This evaluation is inherently subjective as it requires estimates that are susceptible to significant revision as more information becomes available. The allowance consists of general, specific and unallocated components, as further described below. |
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General component |
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The general component of the allowance for loan losses is based on historical loss experience adjusted for qualitative factors stratified by the following loan segments: residential real estate, commercial real estate, residential construction, commercial and consumer/other. Management uses a rolling average of historical losses based on a time frame appropriate to capture relevant loss data for each loan segment. This historical loss factor is adjusted for the following qualitative factors: levels/trends in delinquencies; loan concentrations; trends in volume and terms of loans; changes in lending practices and procedures; changes in lending management and staff; changes in the value of underlying collateral; changes in the quality of the loan review system; national and local economic trends and conditions and the effects of other external factors. There were no changes in the Company’s policies or methodology pertaining to the general component of the allowance for loan losses during 2014. |
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The qualitative factors are determined based on the various risk characteristics of each loan segment. Risk characteristics relevant to each portfolio segment are as follows: |
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Residential real estate - The Company does not originate loans with a loan-to-value ratio greater than 100% and does not originate subprime loans. Loans originated with a loan-to-value ratio greater than 80% generally require private mortgage insurance. All loans in this segment are collateralized by owner-occupied residential real estate and repayment is dependent on the credit quality of the individual borrower. The overall health of the economy, including unemployment rates and housing prices, will have an effect on the credit quality in this segment. |
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Commercial real estate - Loans in this segment are primarily income-producing properties throughout New England. The underlying cash flows generated by the properties are adversely impacted by a downturn in the economy as evidenced by increased vacancy rates, which in turn, will have an effect on the credit quality in this segment. Management obtains rent rolls annually and continually monitors the cash flows of these loans. |
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Residential construction – Loans in this segment primarily include speculative real estate development loans for which payment is derived from sale of the property. Credit risk is affected by cost overruns, time to sell at an adequate price, and market conditions. |
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Commercial – Loans in this segment are made to businesses and are generally secured by assets of the business. Repayment is expected from the cash flows of the business. A weakened economy, and resultant decreased consumer spending, will have an effect on the credit quality in this segment. |
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Consumer/other - Loans in this segment are generally secured and repayment is dependent on the credit quality of the individual borrower. |
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Specific component |
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The specific component relates to loans that are classified as impaired. Impairment is measured on a loan-by-loan basis by either the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate or the fair value of the collateral if the loan is collateral dependent or foreclosure is probable. An allowance is established when the discounted cash flows (or collateral value) of the impaired loan is lower than the carrying value of that loan. Large groups of smaller balance homogeneous loans are collectively evaluated for impairment. Accordingly, the Company does not separately identify individual consumer/other and residential real estate loans for impairment disclosures, unless such loans are subject to a troubled debt restructuring (“TDR”) agreement. |
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A loan is considered impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect the scheduled payments of principal or interest when due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Factors considered by management in determining impairment include payment status, collateral value, and the probability of collecting scheduled principal and interest payments when due. Loans that experience insignificant payment delays and payment shortfalls generally are not classified as impaired. Management determines the significance of payment delays and payment shortfalls on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration all of the circumstances surrounding the loan and the borrower, including the length of the delay, the reasons for the delay, the borrower’s prior payment record, and the amount of the shortfall in relation to the principal and interest owed. |
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The Company periodically may agree to modify the contractual terms of loans. When a loan is modified and a concession is made to a borrower experiencing financial difficulty, the modification is considered a troubled debt restructuring. All TDRs are initially classified as impaired. |
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Unallocated component |
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An unallocated component is maintained to cover uncertainties that could affect management’s estimate of probable losses. The unallocated component of the allowance reflects the margin of imprecision inherent in the underlying assumptions used in the methodologies for estimating specific and general reserves in the portfolio. |
Loan Servicing | ' |
Loan Servicing |
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The Bank originates and sells mortgage loans in the secondary market and may retain the servicing of these loans. Mortgage servicing assets are recognized as separate assets when rights are acquired through the purchase of rights or sale of these loans. Capitalized servicing rights are reported at fair value in other assets on the consolidated balance sheets, with changes in fair value reported in other non-interest income on the consolidated statements of net income. Fair value is determined using prices for similar assets with similar characteristics when available, or based upon discounted cash flows using market-based assumptions. |
Premises and Equipment | ' |
Premises and Equipment |
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Premises and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Cost and related allowances for depreciation and amortization of premises and equipment retired or otherwise disposed of are removed from the respective accounts with any gain or loss included in earnings. Depreciation and amortization are calculated principally on the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets or term of lease if shorter. Estimated lives are 5 to 40 years for buildings and premises, 3 to 20 years for furniture, fixtures and equipment and lease terms range from 1 to 25 years. Expenditures for replacements or major improvements are capitalized; expenditures for normal maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred. |
Other Real Estate Owned | ' |
Other Real Estate Owned |
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Other real estate owned includes properties acquired through foreclosure and properties classified as in-substance foreclosures. These properties are carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair value less estimated costs to sell. Any write-down from cost to estimated fair value required at the time of foreclosure or classification as in-substance foreclosure is charged to the allowance for loan losses. Expenses incurred in connection with maintaining these assets, subsequent write-downs and gains or losses recognized upon sale are charged to earnings. |
Goodwill | ' |
Goodwill |
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Goodwill is measured as the excess of the cost of a business acquisition over the sum of the amounts assigned to identifiable tangible and intangible assets acquired less liabilities assumed. Goodwill is not amortized but is reviewed for impairment annually or more frequently if circumstances warrant. In 2014 and 2013, the Company used the following two-step approach for reviewing goodwill for impairment: |
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The first step (“Step 1”) is used to identify potential impairment, and involves comparing the reporting unit’s (the consolidated Company) estimated fair value to its carrying amount, including goodwill. If the estimated fair value of the reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, goodwill is not deemed to be impaired. Should the carrying amount of the reporting unit exceed its estimated fair value, an indicator of impairment is deemed to exist and a second step is performed to measure the amount of such impairment, if any. The second step (“Step 2”) involves calculating the implied fair value of goodwill. The implied fair value of goodwill is determined in a manner similar to how the amount of goodwill is determined in a business combination (i.e. by measuring the excess of the estimated fair value, as determined in Step 1, over the aggregate estimated fair values of the individual assets, liabilities, and identifiable intangibles as of the impairment testing date). If the implied fair value of goodwill exceeds the carrying amount of goodwill assigned to the reporting unit, no impairment exists. If the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds the implied fair value of the goodwill, an impairment loss is recorded in an amount equal to such excess. An impairment loss cannot exceed the carrying amount of goodwill, and the loss (write-down) establishes a new carrying amount for the goodwill. Subsequent reversal of goodwill impairment losses is not permitted. Application of the goodwill impairment test requires significant judgments including estimation of future cash flows, which are dependent on internal forecasts, estimation of the long-term rate of growth, the period over which cash flows will occur, and determination of our cost of capital. Changes in these estimates and assumptions could materially affect the determination of fair value and/or conclusions related to goodwill impairment. For the years ended June 30, 2014 and 2013, the Company had no goodwill impairment. |
Bank-owned Life Insurance | ' |
Bank-owned Life Insurance |
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Bank-owned life insurance policies are reflected on the consolidated balance sheets at cash surrender value. Changes in the net cash surrender value of the policies, as well as insurance proceeds received, are reflected in non-interest income on the consolidated statements of net income and are not subject to income taxes. |
Fair Value of Financial Instruments | ' |
Fair Value of Financial Instruments |
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The Company uses fair value measurements to record fair value adjustments to certain assets and to determine fair value disclosures. Fair value methods and assumptions used by the Company in estimating its fair value disclosures are as follows: |
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Cash and Cash Equivalents: The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents approximate fair values based on the short-term nature of the assets. |
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Investment Securities and FHLB Stock: Fair value measurements on investment securities are generally obtained from a third party pricing source. The fair value of securities held-to-maturity and available-for-sale is estimated based on quoted market prices, where available. If quoted market prices are not available, fair values are based on quoted market prices of comparable instruments, pricing models, discounted cash flow methodologies or other similar techniques as appropriate. Ownership of FHLB of Boston stock is restricted to member banks; therefore, the stock is not traded. The estimated fair value of FHLB of Boston stock is equal to its carrying value, which represents the price at which the FHLB of Boston is obligated to redeem its stock. |
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Loans, net: For valuation purposes, the loan portfolio was segregated into its significant categories, which are residential real estate, commercial real estate, residential construction, commercial and consumer/other loans. These categories were further segregated, where appropriate, into components based on significant financial characteristics such as type of interest rate (fixed or adjustable). Fair values were estimated for each component using assumptions developed by management and a valuation model provided by a third party specialist. |
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The fair values of residential real estate, commercial real estate, residential construction, commercial and consumer/other loans were estimated by discounting the anticipated cash flows from the respective portfolios. Estimates of the timing and amount of these cash flows considered factors such as future loan prepayments. The discount rates reflected current market rates for loans with similar terms to borrowers of similar credit quality. The fair value of home equity lines of credit was based on the outstanding loan balances. Fair values for non-performing loans are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses or underlying collateral values, where applicable. |
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Loans held for sale: Loans held for sale are accounted for at the lower of cost or market and the fair value of loans held for sale are based on quoted market prices of similar loans sold in conjunction with securitization transactions, adjusted as required for changes in loan characteristics. |
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Accrued interest: The carrying amounts of accrued interest approximate fair value. |
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Deposits and Mortgagors’ Escrow: The fair value of deposits with no stated maturity such as demand deposits, NOW, regular savings, and money market deposit accounts, and mortgagors’ escrow accounts, is equal to the amount payable on demand. The fair value estimates do not include the benefit that results from the generally lower cost of funding provided by the deposit liabilities compared to the cost of borrowing funds in the market. The fair value estimate of time deposits is based on the discounted value of contractual cash flows. The discount rate is estimated using market rates currently offered for deposits having similar remaining maturities. |
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Federal Home Loan Bank Advances: The fair values of the Company’s Federal Home Loan Bank advances are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses based on the current incremental borrowing rates in the market for similar types of borrowing arrangements. |
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Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase: The Company enters into overnight repurchase agreements with its customers. Since these agreements are short-term instruments, the fair value of these agreements approximates their recorded balance. The fair value of these agreements are determined by discounting the anticipated future cash payments using rates currently available to the Company for debt with similar terms and remaining maturities. |
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Off-Balance Sheet Instruments: The fair value of off-balance-sheet mortgage lending commitments are based on fees currently charged to enter into similar agreements, taking into account the remaining terms of the agreements and the counterparties’ credit standing. In the case of the commitments discussed in Note 12, the fair value equals the carrying amounts which are not significant. |
Earnings per Share (EPS) | ' |
Earnings per Share (EPS) |
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Basic earnings per share represents income available to common stockholders divided by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. If rights to dividends on unvested options/awards are non-forfeitable, these unvested awards/options are considered outstanding in the computation of basic earnings per share. Diluted earnings per share reflects additional common shares that would have been outstanding if dilutive potential common shares had been issued, as well as any adjustment to income that would result from the assumed issuance. Potential common shares that may be issued by the Company relate to outstanding stock options and are determined using the treasury stock method. |
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Treasury shares and unallocated ESOP shares are not deemed outstanding for earnings per share calculations. |
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The calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the years ended June 30, 2014 and 2013 is presented below: |
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Net income | | $ | 1,003,000 | | | $ | 1,337,000 | |
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Weighted average common shares applicable to basic EPS | | | 6,402,597 | | | | 6,384,712 | |
Effect of dilutive potential common shares | | | - | | | | - | |
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Weighted average common shares applicable to diluted EPS | | | 6,402,597 | | | | 6,384,712 | |
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Basic | | $ | 0.16 | | | $ | 0.21 | |
Diluted | | $ | 0.16 | | | $ | 0.21 | |
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At June 30, 2014 and 2013, options for 199,106 and 222,921 shares, respectively, were not included in the computation of earnings per share as the effects were anti-dilutive. |
Transfers of Financial Assets | ' |
Transfers of Financial Assets |
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Transfers of an entire financial asset, a group of entire financial assets, or a participating interest in an entire financial asset are accounted for as sales when control over the assets has been surrendered. Control over transferred assets is deemed to be surrendered when (1) the assets have been isolated from the Company, (2) the transferee obtains the right to pledge or exchange the transferred assets, and (3) the Company does not maintain effective control over the transferred assets. |
Advertising | ' |
Advertising |
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The Company directly expenses costs associated with advertising as they are incurred. |
Income Taxes | ' |
Income Taxes |
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Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined using the liability (or balance sheet) method. Under this method, the net deferred tax asset or liability is determined based on the tax effects of the temporary differences between the book and tax basis of the various balance sheet assets and liabilities and gives current recognition to changes in tax rates and laws. A valuation allowance is established against deferred tax assets when, based upon the available evidence including historical and projected taxable income, it is more likely than not that some or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. |
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Income tax benefits related to stock compensation in excess of grant date fair value less any proceeds on exercise are recognized as an increase to additional paid-in capital upon vesting or exercising and delivery of the stock. Any income tax effects related to stock compensation that are less than grant date fair value less any proceeds on exercise would be recognized as a reduction of additional paid-in capital to the extent of previously recognized income tax benefits and then through income tax expense for the remaining amount. |
Employee Benefit Plans | ' |
Employee Benefit Plans |
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The Company established an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (the “ESOP”) as part of its minority stock issuance on October 4, 2004. Unearned ESOP shares are not considered outstanding and are therefore not taken into account when computing earnings per share. Unearned ESOP shares are presented as a reduction to stockholders’ equity and represent shares to be allocated to ESOP participants in future periods for services provided to the Company. As shares are committed to be released, compensation expense is recognized for the fair market value of the stock and stockholders’ equity is increased by a corresponding amount. The loan to the ESOP will be repaid principally from the Bank’s contributions to the ESOP and dividends payable on common stock held by ESOP over a period of 20 years. |
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As more fully described in Note 14, the Company has a stock-based incentive plan authorizing various types of incentive awards that may be granted to directors, officers and employees. The Company records share-based compensation expense related to outstanding stock option and restricted stock awards based upon the fair value at the date of grant over the vesting period of such awards on a straight-line basis. |
Recent Accounting and Regulatory Pronouncements | ' |
Recent Accounting and Regulatory Pronouncements |
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Capital. In July 2013, federal banking regulators approved an interim rule to set minimum requirements for both the quantity and quality of capital held by banks. The interim final rule includes a new minimum ratio of common equity Tier 1 capital to risk weighted assets of 4.5%, raises the minimum ratio of Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets from 4% to 6% and includes a minimum leverage ratio of 4% for all banking organizations. Additionally, banks must maintain a capital conservation buffer of common equity Tier 1 capital in an amount greater than 2.5% of total risk-weighted assets to avoid being subject to limitations on capital distributions and discretionary bonus payments to executive officers. The Company must begin complying with the final rule on January 1, 2015. The Company is currently evaluating the final interim rule but believes that it will continue to exceed all the minimum capital ratio requirements. |
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Transfers and Servicing. In June 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-11, Transfers and Servicing (Topic 860) – Repurchase-to-Maturity Transactions, Repurchase Financings, and Disclosures. The ASU requires disclosure of information on transfers accounted for as sales in transactions that are economically similar to repurchase agreements, as well as increased transparency about the types of collateral pledged in repurchase agreements and similar transactions accounted for as secured borrowings. The provisions in this ASU are effective for annual periods, and interim periods within those annual periods, beginning after December 15, 2014. The ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements. |
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Compensation – Stock Compensation. In June 2014, FASB issued ASU No. 2014-12, Accounting for Share-Based Payments When the Terms of an Award Provide That a Performance Target Could Be Achieved after the Requisite Service Period. The ASU requires a performance target that affects vesting and that could be achieved after the requisite service period to be treated as a performance condition. The amendments in this ASU provide explicit guidance for those awards. The provisions in this ASU are |
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effective for annual periods, and interim periods within those annual periods, beginning after December 15, 2015. The ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements. |
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Receivables – Troubled Debt Restructurings by Creditors. In January 2014, FASB issued ASU No. 2014-04, Receivables - Troubled Debt Restructurings by Creditors (Subtopic 310-40) – Reclassification of Residential Real Estate Collateralized Consumer Mortgage Loans upon Foreclosure which clarifies when an in substance repossession or foreclosure occurs, that is, when a creditor should be considered to have received physical possession of residential property collateralizing a consumer mortgage loan such that the loan receivable should be derecognized and the real property recognized. The provisions in this ASU are effective for annual periods, and interim periods within those annual periods, beginning after December 15, 2014. The ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements. |