LOANS | NOTE 5 – LOANS At September 30, 2017, our gross loan portfolio consisted primarily of $18.6 million of commercial real estate loans, $6.8 million of construction and development loans, $12.8 million of commercial business loans, $11.7 million of residential real estate and home equity loans and $5.3 million of consumer loans. Our current loan portfolio composition is not materially different than the loan portfolio composition disclosed in the footnotes to the consolidated financial statements included in our 2016 10-K, other than the increase in consumer loans resulting from the purchase of $4.8 million in unsecured consumer loans, which occurred in the quarter ended March 31, 2017. During the nine months ended September 30, 2017, one nonaccrual loan at the Bank was transferred to other real estate owned for $165,000. A specific reserve was included in the December 31, 2016 allowance account. During the nine months ended September 30, 2016, three nonaccrual loans were transferred to other real estate owned for $1,257,289. Specific reserves for each of these loans were included in the December 31, 2015 allowance account. While certain credit quality statistics related to our loan portfolio have improved over the past several quarters, we have experienced an increase of in-migration of nonaccrual loans as well as in the aggregate level of nonperforming assets during 2017. We will continue to evaluate our allowance for loan losses in future periods based on our assessment of the inherent risk in the loan portfolio at those future reporting dates. There can be no assurance that loan losses in future periods will not exceed the current allowance for loan losses amount or that future increases in the allowance for loan losses will not be required. Additionally, no assurance can be given that our ongoing evaluation of the loan portfolio, in light of changing economic conditions and other relevant factors, will not require significant future additions to the allowance for loan losses, thus adversely impacting our business, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows. Loan Performance and Asset Quality Generally, a loan will be placed on nonaccrual status when it becomes 90 days past due as to principal or interest (unless the loan is well-collateralized and in the process of collection), or when management believes, after considering economic and business conditions and collection efforts, that the borrower’s financial condition is such that collection of the loan is doubtful. When a loan is placed in nonaccrual status, interest accruals are discontinued and income earned but not collected is reversed. Cash receipts on nonaccrual loans are not recorded as interest income, but are used to reduce principal. Loans are removed from nonaccrual status when they become current as to both principal and interest and when concern no longer exists as to the collectability of principal or interest based on current available information or as evidenced by sufficient payment history, generally six months. The following table summarizes delinquencies and nonaccruals, by portfolio class, as of September 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016. Single and multifamily Construction Commercial residential and real estate - Commercial real estate development other business Consumer Total September 30, 2017 30-59 days past due $ 30,706 $ - $ - $ 123,335 $ - $ 154,041 60-89 days past due 61,579 - - - 4,623 66,202 90-120 days past due - - - - 11,051 11,051 Nonaccrual - - - 638,205 - 638,205 Total past due and nonaccrual 92,285 - - 761,540 15,674 869,499 Current 11,635,874 6,787,780 18,602,481 12,026,811 5,271,171 54,324,117 Total loans (gross of deferred fees) $ 11,728,159 $ 6,787,780 $ 18,602,481 $ 12,788,351 $ 5,286,845 $ 55,193,616 Deferred fees (105,377 ) Loan loss reserve (1,372,000 ) Total Loans, net $ 53,716,239 Single and multifamily Construction Commercial residential and real estate - Commercial real estate development other business Consumer Total December 31, 2016 30-59 days past due $ 442,295 $ - $ - $ 617,052 $ - $ 1,059,347 60-89 days past due - - - 409,675 - 409,675 90-120 days past due - - - - - - Nonaccrual 108,951 - 195,500 - - 304,451 Total past due and nonaccrual 551,246 - 195,500 1,026,727 - 1,773,473 Current 12,762,884 7,913,783 21,838,090 14,927,379 1,434,449 58,876,585 Total loans (gross of deferred fees) $ 13,314,130 $ 7,913,783 $ 22,033,590 $ 15,954,106 $ 1,434,449 $ 60,650,058 Deferred fees (167,062 ) Loan loss reserve (1,338,149 ) Total Loans, net $ 59,144,847 At September 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016, there were nonaccrual loans of $638,205 and $304,451, respectively. The increase in nonaccrual loans was a result of the movement of four loans during January and February to nonaccrual status, partially offset by one nonaccrual loan transferring to other real estate owned and one nonaccrual loan being fully charged off during the quarter ended March 31, 2017. In the quarter ended September 30, 2017, the three remaining nonaccrual loans from one relationship were restructured into one nonaccrual loan. Foregone interest income related to nonaccrual loans equaled $34,811 and $55,231 for the nine months ended September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively. No interest income was recognized on nonaccrual loans during the nine months ended September 30, 2017 and 2016. At September 30, 2017, there was one accruing purchased consumer loan which was contractually past due 90 days or more as to principal and interest payments. While our policy is to move past due loans over 90 days to nonaccrual status, we will report the purchased consumer loans as accruing until the point they are deemed charged off by the broker, Banc Alliance, as Banc Alliance can better substantiate loss histories in the areas of the country in which the loans are originated. At December 31, 2016, there were no accruing loans which were contractually past due 90 days or more as to principal or interest payments. As part of the loan review process, loans are given individual credit grades, representing the risk the Company believes is associated with the loan balance. Credit grades are assigned based on factors that impact the collectability of the loan, the strength of the borrower, the type of collateral, and loan performance. Commercial loans are individually graded at origination and credit grades are reviewed on a regular basis in accordance with our loan policy. Consumer loans are assigned a “pass” credit rating unless something within the loan warrants a specific classification grade . The following table summarizes management’s internal credit risk grades, by portfolio class, as of September 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016. Single and multifamily Construction Commercial residential and real estate - Commercial September 30, 2017 real estate development other business Consumer Total Pass Loans $ 7,820,727 $ 1,175,703 $ - $ - $ 5,275,594 $ 14,272,224 Grade 1 - Prime - - - - - - Grade 2 - Good - - - - - - Grade 3 - Acceptable 1,142,061 1,756,778 8,536,445 6,097,063 - 17,532,347 Grade 4 – Acceptable w/ Care 2,703,791 3,792,063 8,550,572 5,734,583 - 20,781,009 Grade 5 – Special Mention - 63,236 750,426 - - 813,662 Grade 6 - Substandard 61,580 - 765,038 956,705 - 1,783,323 Grade 7 - Doubtful - - - - 11,051 11,051 Total loans (gross of deferred fees) $ 11,728,159 $ 6,787,780 $ 18,602,481 $ 12,788,351 $ 5,286,845 $ 55,193,616 Single and multifamily Construction Commercial residential and real estate - Commercial December 31, 2016 real estate development other business Consumer Total Pass Loans $ 8,246,567 $ 1,462,925 $ - $ - $ 1,434,449 $ 11,143,941 Grade 1 - Prime - - - - - - Grade 2 - Good - - - - - - Grade 3 - Acceptable 1,919,685 1,108,334 11,057,550 7,676,592 - 21,762,161 Grade 4 – Acceptable w/ Care 2,877,013 5,273,411 9,232,019 7,307,961 - 24,690,404 Grade 5 – Special Mention - 69,113 766,388 - - 835,501 Grade 6 - Substandard 270,865 - 977,633 969,553 - 2,218,051 Grade 7 - Doubtful - - - - - - Total loans (gross of deferred fees) $ 13,314,130 $ 7,913,783 $ 22,033,590 $ 15,954,106 $ 1,434,449 $ 60,650,058 Loans graded one through four are considered “pass” credits. At September 30, 2017, approximately 95% of the loan portfolio had a credit grade of “pass” compared to 95% at December 31, 2016. For loans to qualify for this grade, they must be performing relatively close to expectations, with no significant departures from the intended source and timing of repayment. As of September 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016, we had loans totaling $813,662 and $835,501, respectively, classified as special mention. This classification is utilized when an initial concern is identified about the financial health of a borrower. Loans are designated as such in order to be monitored more closely than other credits in the loan portfolio. At September 30, 2017, substandard loans totaled approximately $1.8 million, with most loans being collateralized by real estate, equipment and inventory, compared to $2.2 million at December 31, 2016. Substandard credits are evaluated for impairment on a quarterly basis. The Company identifies impaired loans through its normal internal loan review process. 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. Loans on the Company’s problem loan watch list are considered potentially impaired loans. Generally, once loans are considered impaired, they are moved to nonaccrual status and recognition of interest income is discontinued. However, loans may be considered impaired strictly based on a decrease in the underlying value of the collateral securing the loan while the loan is still considered to be performing, thus preventing the need to move the loan to nonaccrual status. Impairment is measured on a loan-by-loan basis based on the determination of the most probable source of repayment which is usually liquidation of the underlying collateral, but may also include discounted future cash flows, or in rare cases, the market value of the loan itself. Large groups of smaller balance homogeneous loans are collectively evaluated for impairment. Accordingly, the Company does not separately identify individual consumer and residential loans for impairment disclosures, unless such loans are the subject of a restructuring agreement. At September 30, 2017, impaired loans totaled $850,636, all of which were valued on a nonrecurring basis at the lower of cost or market value of the underlying collateral. Impaired loans decreased $1.4 million from December 31, 2016 due to one loan being transferred to other real estate owned for $165,000, two loans for approximately $119,000 being charged off which were fully reserved at December 31, 2016, three loans for approximately $969,000 which were moved to classified status within the quarter, one loan for approximately $100,000 being repaid in full during the quarter and approximately $45,000 in loan balance reductions through pay downs, partially offset by one loan being deemed impaired for approximately $58,000. Market values were obtained using independent appraisals, updated in accordance with our reappraisal policy, or other market data such as recent offers to the borrower. As of September 30, 2017, we had loans totaling approximately $814,000 that were classified in accordance with our loan rating policies but were not considered impaired. The following table summarizes information relative to impaired loans, by portfolio class, at September 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016. Unpaid Recorded Related Average Year to date September 30, 2017 With no related allowance recorded: Single and multifamily residential real estate $ - $ - $ - $ 106,250 $ - Construction and development - - - 54,830 - Commercial real estate - other - - - 552,872 31,097 Commercial business - - - 104,260 - Consumer - - - - - With related allowance recorded: Single and multifamily residential real estate 61,580 61,580 3,980 131,268 2,393 Construction and development - - - 49,070 - Commercial real estate - other - - - 262,142 4,458 Commercial business 789,056 752,319 596,568 473,672 - Consumer - - - - - Total: Single and multifamily residential real estate 61,580 61,580 3,980 237,518 2,393 Construction and development - - - 103,900 - Commercial real estate - other - - - 815,014 35,555 Commercial business 789,056 752,319 596,568 577,932 - Consumer - - - - - $ 850,636 $ 813,899 $ 600,548 $ 1,734,364 $ 37,948 December 31, 2016 With no related allowance recorded: Single and multifamily residential real estate $ 99,794 $ 99,794 $ - $ 179,235 $ 3,261 Construction and development - - - 109,660 6,130 Commercial real estate - other 782,133 782,133 - 718,589 46,778 Commercial business 231,448 231,448 - 96,283 4,744 Consumer - - - - - With related allowance recorded: Single and multifamily residential real estate 171,071 171,071 93,471 201,000 3,251 Construction and development - - - 98,139 - Commercial real estate - other 195,500 195,500 30,500 524,283 - Commercial business 738,105 738,105 487,490 191,329 46,315 Consumer - - - - - Total: Single and multifamily residential real estate 270,865 270,865 93,471 380,235 6,512 Construction and development - - - 207,799 6,130 Commercial real estate - other 977,633 977,633 30,500 1,242,872 46,778 Commercial business 969,553 969,553 487,490 287,612 51,059 Consumer - - - - - $ 2,218,051 $ 2,218,051 $ 611,461 $ 2,118,518 $ 110,479 During the nine months ended September 30, 2017, we recorded interest income on impaired loans of $37,948, which were related to commercial real estate and single and multifamily residential real estate loans. Troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”) are loans which have been restructured from their original contractual terms and include concessions that would not otherwise have been granted outside of the financial difficulty of the borrower. Concessions can relate to the contractual interest rate, maturity date, or payment structure of the note. As part of our workout plan for individual loan relationships, we may restructure loan terms to assist borrowers facing challenges in the current economic environment. The purpose of a TDR is to facilitate ultimate repayment of the loan. Our policy with respect to accrual of interest on loans restructured in a TDR follows relevant supervisory guidance. That is, if a borrower has demonstrated performance under the previous loan terms and shows capacity to perform under the restructured loan terms; continued accrual of interest at the restructured interest rate is likely. If a borrower was materially delinquent on payments prior to the restructuring, but shows capacity to meet the restructured loan terms, the loan will likely continue as nonaccrual going forward. Lastly, if the borrower does not perform under the restructured terms, the loan is placed on nonaccrual status. We will continue to closely monitor these loans and will cease accruing interest on them if management believes that the borrowers may not continue performing based on the restructured note terms. At December 31, 2016, the principal balance of TDRs was zero. No TDRs went into default during the year ended December 31, 2016 or the nine months ended September 30, 2017. At September 30, 2017, the recorded investment and outstanding principal balance was $638,205 and $674,942, respectively. The balance consisted of one performing loan. The loan is considered as performing primarily due to the timely repayment of principal and interest during the nine months ended September 30, 2017. However, based on previous history with this relationship, this loan is not accruing interest even though it is performing in accordance with updated terms. There were three loans within one relationship that were modified as a troubled debt restructuring within the previous 12-month period for which there was a payment default during the nine months ended September 30, 2017. A repayment of $75,000 was made in June 2017. The three loans were restructured into one loan with a change in loan terms. Provision and Allowance for Loan Losses An allowance for loan losses is maintained at a level deemed appropriate by management to adequately provide for known and inherent losses in the loan portfolio. 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. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. The provision and allowance for loan losses are evaluated on a regular basis by management and are based upon management’s periodic review of the collectability of the loans in light of historical experience, the nature and volume of the loan portfolio, adverse situations that may affect the borrower’s ability to repay, estimated value of any underlying collateral and prevailing economic conditions. This evaluation is inherently subjective as it requires estimates that are susceptible to significant revision as more information becomes available. The allowance consists of both a specific and a general component. The specific component relates to loans that are impaired loans as defined in FASB ASC Topic 310, “Receivables.” For such loans, an allowance is established when either the discounted cash flows or collateral value or observable market price of the impaired loan is lower than the carrying value of that loan. The general component covers non-impaired loans and is based on historical loss experience adjusted for qualitative factors. The following table summarizes activity related to our allowance for loan losses for the nine months ended September 30, 2017 and 2016, by portfolio segment. Single and Construction Commercial Commercial Consumer Total September 30, 2017 Allowance for loan losses: Balance, beginning of period $ 235,797 $ 73,630 $ 330,785 $ 684,679 $ 13,258 $ 1,338,149 Provision (reversal of provision) for loan losses - - - 23,000 156,543 179,543 Loan charge-offs (88,951 ) - (30,500 ) - (28,358 ) (147,809 ) Loan recoveries 1,000 - 1,117 - - 2,117 Net loans charged-off (87,951 ) - (29,383 ) - (28,358 ) (145,692 ) Balance, end of period $ 147,846 $ 73,630 $ 301,402 $ 707,679 $ 141,443 $ 1,372,000 Individually reviewed for impairment $ 3,980 $ - $ - $ 596,568 $ - $ 600,548 Collectively reviewed for impairment 143,866 73,630 301,402 111,111 141,443 771,452 Total allowance for loan losses $ 147,846 $ 73,630 $ 301,402 $ 707,679 $ 141,443 $ 1,372,000 Gross loans, end of period: Individually reviewed for impairment $ 61,580 $ - $ - $ 789,056 $ - $ 850,636 Collectively reviewed for impairment 11,666,579 6,787,780 18,602,481 11,999,295 5,286,845 54,342,980 Total loans (gross of deferred fees) $ 11,728,159 $ 6,787,780 $ 18,602,481 $ 12,788,351 $ 5,286,845 $ 55,193,616 September 30, 2016 Allowance for loan losses: Balance, beginning of year $ 265,797 $ 184,130 $ 439,830 $ 244,679 $ 5,073 $ 1,139,509 Provision (reversal of provision) for loan losses (30,000 ) (60,000 ) 45,000 (28,000 ) 5,000 (68,000 ) Loan charge-offs - (10,500 ) (209,045 ) - (139 ) (219,684 ) Loan recoveries - - - - 1,312 1,312 Net loans charged-off - (10,500 ) (209,045 ) - 1,173 (218,372 ) Balance, end of period $ 235,797 $ 113,630 $ 275,785 $ 216,679 $ 11,246 $ 853,137 Individually reviewed for impairment $ 101,283 $ - $ 28,188 $ - $ - $ 129,471 Collectively reviewed for impairment 134,514 113,630 247,597 216,679 11,246 723,666 Total allowance for loan losses $ 235,797 $ 113,630 $ 275,785 $ 216,679 $ 11,246 $ 853,137 Gross loans, end of period: Individually reviewed for impairment $ 200,483 $ - $ 981,286 $ 242,646 $ - $ 1,424,415 Collectively reviewed for impairment 12,905,727 8,664,401 22,650,227 16,068,808 1,811,517 62,100,680 Total loans (gross of deferred fees) $ 13,106,210 $ 8,664,401 $ 23,631,513 $ 16,311,454 $ 1,811,517 $ 63,525,095 September 30, September 30, 2017 2016 Nonaccrual loans $ 638,205 $ 331,233 Average gross loans $ 60,468,110 $ 64,628,769 Net loans charged-off as a percentage of average gross loans 0.24 % 0.34 % Allowance for loan losses as a percentage of total gross loans 2.49 % 1.34 % Allowance for loan losses as a percentage of non-accrual loans 214.98 % 257.56 % Portions of the allowance for loan losses may be allocated for specific loans or portfolio segments. However, the entire allowance for loan losses is available for any loan that, in management’s judgment, should be charged-off. The general reserve as a percentage of loans collectively reviewed for impairment increased to 1.42% at September 30, 2017 from 1.22% at December 31, 2016. While management utilizes the best judgment and information available to it, the ultimate adequacy of the allowance for loan losses depends on a variety of factors beyond our control, including the performance of our loan portfolio, the economy, changes in interest rates, and the view of the regulatory authorities toward loan classifications. If delinquencies and defaults increase, we may be required to increase our provision for loan losses, which would adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition. There can be no assurance that charge-offs of loans in future periods will not exceed the allowance for loan losses as estimated at any point in time or that provisions for loan losses will not be significant to a particular accounting period. Maturities and Sensitivity of Loans to Changes in Interest Rates The information in the following tables summarizes the loan maturity distribution by type and related interest rate characteristics based on the contractual maturities of individual loans, including loans which may be subject to renewal at their contractual maturity. Renewal of such loans is subject to review and credit approval, as well as modification of terms upon maturity. Actual repayments of loans may differ from the maturities reflected below, because borrowers have the right to prepay obligations with or without prepayment penalties. After one but One year or within five After five less years years Total September 30, 2017 Single and multifamily residential real estate $ 1,309,158 $ 6,316,493 $ 4,102,508 $ 11,728,159 Construction and development 2,082,172 3,997,008 708,600 6,787,780 Commercial real estate - other 3,364,591 13,353,636 1,884,254 18,602,481 Commercial business 4,460,366 7,715,910 612,075 12,788,351 Consumer 320,435 4,928,997 37,413 5,286,845 Total $ 11,536,722 $ 36,312,044 $ 7,344,850 $ 55,193,616 After one but One year or within five After five less years years Total December 31, 2016 Single and multifamily residential real estate $ 1,445,328 $ 6,710,484 $ 5,158,318 $ 13,314,130 Construction and development 2,987,321 4,829,172 97,290 7,913,783 Commercial real estate - other 3,144,814 16,958,206 1,930,570 22,033,590 Commercial business 6,203,428 8,736,000 1,014,678 15,954,106 Consumer 540,500 821,639 72,310 1,434,449 Total $ 14,321,391 $ 38,055,501 $ 8,273,166 $ 60,650,058 Loans maturing after one year with: September 30, 2017 December 31, 2016 Fixed interest rates $ 19,326,434 $ 16,767,328 Floating interest rates $ 24,330,460 $ 29,561,339 |