Loans and Allowance for Credit Losses | Note 4: Loans and Allowance for Credit Losses Categories of loans were as follows: September 30, 2024 2023 (In thousands) Real estate loans: Residential $ 73,285,469 $ 74,561,278 Multi-family 1,259,640 1,309,586 Agricultural 53,523,748 36,378,192 Commercial 2,453,082 2,311,882 Construction and land 6,024,429 5,082,863 Home equity line of credit (HELOC) 4,959,058 4,708,023 Commercial and industrial 1,666,188 1,801,569 Consumer 5,518,844 7,652,164 Total loans 148,690,458 133,805,557 Less: Undisbursed loans in process 2,309,368 2,578,282 Net deferred loan fees 339,455 325,621 Allowance for credit losses 963,268 934,331 Net loans $ 145,078,367 $ 129,967,323 Mortgage loans serviced for others are not included in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. The unpaid principal balances of these loans at September 30, 2024 and 2023, were approximately $18,048,000 and $19,667,000 , respectively. At September 30, 2024 and 2023, the mortgage-servicing rights included in other assets on the balance sheet were approximately The following tables present the activity in the allowance for credit losses based on portfolio segment for the years ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. Year Ended September 30, 2024 Effect of Provision Balance adoption of (credit) Balance October 1, 2023 ASC 326 for credit losses Charge-offs Recoveries September 30, 2024 Real estate loans: Residential $ 738,230 $ 32,000 $ (78,378) $ — $ — $ 691,852 Multi-family 12,840 — (10,315) — — 2,525 Agricultural 73,608 — 33,676 — — 107,284 Commercial 4,678 — 239 — — 4,917 Construction and land 49,835 — 42,825 — — 92,660 Home equity line of credit (HELOC) 14,289 — 621 — — 14,910 Commercial and industrial 3,645 — (331) — — 3,314 Consumer 37,206 — 74,663 (66,864) 801 45,806 Allowance for credit losses on loans $ 934,331 $ 32,000 $ 63,000 $ (66,864) $ 801 $ 963,268 The increase in the level of the allowance allocated to the agricultural loans was due primarily to the growth in that loan category. The increase in the allowance allocated to the construction loans category was due to the addition of commercial construction loans during the year, which were evaluated with a higher expected loss rate than the construction loans on residential one-to four-family real estate, and the lesser allocation on the residential real estate loans was due primarily to the decline in balances, coupled with an analysis of the economic environment and the effect on the risk factors applied to that category Year Ended September 30, 2023 Provision Balance (credit) Balance October 1, 2022 for credit losses Charge-offs Recoveries September 30, 2023 Real estate loans: Residential $ 623,649 $ 163,934 $ (49,353) $ — $ 738,230 Multi-family 11,008 1,832 — — 12,840 Agricultural 199,011 (125,403) — — 73,608 Commercial 10,801 (6,123) — — 4,678 Construction and land 35,292 14,543 — — 49,835 Home equity line of credit (HELOC) 69,234 (54,945) — — 14,289 Commercial and industrial 12,086 (8,441) — — 3,645 Consumer 22,573 14,603 — 30 37,206 Allowance for credit losses on loans $ 983,654 $ — $ (49,353) $ 30 $ 934,331 We had no loans individually evaluated at September 30, 2024. The following table present the balance in the allowance for credit losses and the recorded investment in loans based on portfolio segment and impairment method as of September 30, 2023: Allowance for credit losses Loans Ending balance, evaluated for impairment Ending balance, evaluated for impairment Individually Collectively Individually Collectively September 30, 2023 Real estate loans: Residential $ — $ 738,230 $ — $ 74,561,278 Multi-family — 12,840 — 1,309,586 Agricultural — 73,608 — 36,378,192 Commercial — 4,678 — 2,311,882 Construction and land — 49,835 — 5,082,863 Home equity line of credit (HELOC) — 14,289 — 4,708,023 Commercial and industrial — 3,645 — 1,801,569 Consumer — 37,206 — 7,652,164 Total loans $ — $ 934,331 $ — $ 133,805,557 The Company has adopted a standard loan grading system for all loans, as follows: Pass. Special Mention. Loans have potential weaknesses that deserve management's close attention. If left uncorrected, these potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the asset or in the Bank's credit position at some future date. Substandard. Loans which are inadequately protected by the current sound worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged, if any. Loans so classified must have a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that jeopardize the liquidation of the debt. They are characterized by the distinct possibility that the Bank will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected. Usually, this classification includes all 90 days or more, non-accrual, and past due loans Doubtful. Loss. Risk characteristics of each loan portfolio segment are described as follows: Residential Real Estate These loans include first liens and junior liens on 1-4 family residential real estate (both owner and non-owner occupied). The main risks for these loans are changes in the value of the collateral and stability of the local economic environment and its impact on the borrowers' employment. Management specifically considers unemployment and changes in real estate values in the Company's market area. Multi-family Real Estate These loans include loans on residential real estate secured by property with five or more units. The main risks are changes in the value of the collateral, ability of borrowers to collect rents, vacancy and changes in the tenants' employment status. Management specifically considers unemployment and changes in real estate values in the Company's market area. Agriculture Real Estate These loans are primarily loans on farm ground and include loans secured by residential properties located on farm ground, but agricultural activities may not be the primary occupation of the borrowers. The main risks are changes in the value of the collateral and changes in the economy or borrowers' business operations. Management specifically considers unemployment and changes in real estate values in the Company's market area. Commercial Real Estate These loans are generally secured by owner-occupied commercial real estate including warehouses and offices. The main risks are changes in the value of the collateral and ability of borrowers to successfully conduct their business operations. Management specifically considers unemployment and changes in real estate values in the Company’s market area. Construction and Land Real Estate These loans include construction loans for 1-4 family residential and commercial properties (both owner and non-owner occupied) and first liens on land. The main risks for construction loans include uncertainties in estimating costs of construction and in estimating the market value of the completed project. The main risks for land loans are changes in the value of the collateral and stability of the local economic environment. Management specifically considers unemployment and changes in real estate values in the Company’s market area. HELOC These loans are generally secured by owner-occupied 1-4 family residences. The main risks for these loans are changes in the value of the collateral and stability of the local economic environment and its impact on the borrowers’ employment. Management specifically considers unemployment and changes in real estate values in the Company’s market area. Commercial and Industrial The commercial and industrial portfolio includes loans to commercial customers for use in financing working capital needs, equipment purchases and expansions. The loans in this category are repaid primarily from the cash flow of a borrower’s principal business operation. Credit risk in these loans is driven by creditworthiness of the borrower and the economic conditions that impact the cash flow stability from business operations. Consumer Loans These loans include vehicle loans, share loans and unsecured loans. The main risks for these loans are the depreciation of the collateral values (vehicles) and the financial condition of the borrowers. Major employment changes are specifically considered by management. Information regarding the credit quality indicators most closely monitored for other than residential real estate loans by class as of September 30, 2024, follows: Term Loans Amortized Cost Basis by Origination Year Revolving Loans Revolving Loans For The Years Ending September 30, Amortized Converted 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 Prior Cost Basis to Term Total September 30, 2024 Commercial real estate Risk Rating Pass $ 372,730 $ - $ 750,005 $ 1,148,912 $ - $ 181,435 $ - $ - $ 2,453,082 Special Mention - - - - - - - - - Substandard - - - - - - - - - Doubtful - - - - - - - - - Total $ 372,730 $ - $ 750,005 $ 1,148,912 $ - $ 181,435 $ - $ - $ 2,453,082 Commercial real estate Current period gross charge-offs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Construction Risk Rating Pass $ 4,897,328 $ 909,827 $ 68,054 $ 66,740 $ - $ 31,698 $ - $ - $ 5,973,647 Special Mention - - - - - - - - - Substandard - - - - 50,782 - - - 50,782 Doubtful - - - - - - - - - Total $ 4,897,328 $ 909,827 $ 68,054 $ 66,740 $ 50,782 $ 31,698 $ - $ - $ 6,024,429 Construction Current period gross charge-offs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Commercial and industrial Risk Rating Pass $ - $ - $ - $ 175,600 $ 379,296 $ - $ 1,093,861 $ - $ 1,648,757 Special Mention - - - - - - - - - Substandard - - - - - - 17,431 - 17,431 Doubtful - - - - - - - - - Total $ - $ - $ - $ 175,600 $ 379,296 $ - $ 1,111,292 $ - $ 1,666,188 Commercial and industrial Current period gross charge-offs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Multi Family Risk Rating Pass $ - $ - $ 955,479 $ - $ - $ 304,161 $ - $ - $ 1,259,640 Special Mention - - - - - - - - - Substandard - - - - - - - - - Doubtful - - - - - - - - - Total $ - $ - $ 955,479 $ - $ - $ 304,161 $ - $ - $ 1,259,640 Multi Family Current period gross charge-offs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Agricultural Risk Rating Pass $ 20,834,246 $ 11,441,930 $ 9,074,011 $ 5,754,530 $ 3,451,803 $ 2,967,228 $ - $ - $ 53,523,748 Special Mention - - - - - - - - - Substandard - - - - - - - - - Doubtful - - - - - - - - - Total $ 20,834,246 $ 11,441,930 $ 9,074,011 $ 5,754,530 $ 3,451,803 $ 2,967,228 $ - $ - $ 53,523,748 Agricultural Current period gross charge-offs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Total Risk Rating Pass $ 26,104,304 $ 12,351,757 $ 10,847,549 $ 7,145,782 $ 3,831,099 $ 3,484,522 $ 1,093,861 $ - $ 64,858,874 Special Mention - - - - - - - - - Substandard - - - - 50,782 - 17,431 - 68,213 Doubtful - - - - - - - - - Total $ 26,104,304 $ 12,351,757 $ 10,847,549 $ 7,145,782 $ 3,881,881 $ 3,484,522 $ 1,111,292 $ - $ 64,927,087 The Company monitors the credit risk profile by payment activity for residential, home equity and consumer loan classes. Loans past due 90 days or more and loans on nonaccrual status are considered nonperforming. Nonperforming loans are reviewed monthly. The following table presents the amortized cost in residential, home equity and consumer loans based on payment activity. Term Loans Amortized Cost Basis by Origination Year Revolving Loans Revolving Loans For The Years Ending September 30, Amortized Amortized 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 Prior Cost Basis Cost Basis Total September 30, 2024 Residential real estate Payment Performance Performing $ 8,532,004 $ 4,752,191 $ 14,591,072 $ 18,882,083 $ 6,603,015 $ 19,655,898 $ 4,959,058 $ - $ 77,975,321 Nonperforming - - - 135,161 - 134,045 - - 269,206 Total $ 8,532,004 $ 4,752,191 $ 14,591,072 $ 19,017,244 $ 6,603,015 $ 19,789,943 $ 4,959,058 $ - $ 78,244,527 Residential real estate Current period gross charge-offs $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Consumer Payment Performance Performing $ 348,272 $ 4,892,481 $ 147,659 $ 38,002 $ 30,725 $ 13,348 $ - $ - $ 5,470,487 Nonperforming - 21,841 2,327 - 3,780 20,409 - - 48,357 Total $ 348,272 $ 4,914,322 $ 149,986 $ 38,002 $ 34,505 $ 33,757 $ - $ - $ 5,518,844 Consumer Current period gross charge-offs $ - $ 66,864 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 66,864 Total Payment Performance Performing $ 8,880,276 $ 9,644,672 $ 14,738,731 $ 18,920,085 $ 6,633,740 $ 19,669,246 $ 4,959,058 $ - $ 83,445,808 Nonperforming - 21,841 - 2,327 - 135,161 - 3,780 - 154,454 - - - - 317,563 Total $ 8,880,276 $ 9,666,513 $ 14,741,058 $ 19,055,246 $ 6,637,520 $ 19,823,700 $ 4,959,058 $ - $ 83,763,371 Information regarding the credit quality indicators most closely monitored for other than residential real estate loans by class as of September 30, 2023, follows: Special Pass Mention Substandard Doubtful Total September 30, 2023 Real estate loans: Residential $ 74,083,965 $ — $ 477,313 $ — $ 74,561,278 Multi-family 1,309,586 — — — 1,309,586 Agricultural 36,378,192 — — — 36,378,192 Commercial 2,311,882 — — — 2,311,882 Construction and land 5,082,863 — — — 5,082,863 Home equity line of credit (HELOC) 4,708,023 — — — 4,708,023 Commercial and industrial 1,801,569 — — — 1,801,569 Consumer 7,652,164 — — — 7,652,164 Total loans $ 133,328,244 $ — $ 477,313 $ — $ 133,805,557 The Company evaluates the loan risk grading system definitions and allowance for loan losses methodology on an ongoing basis. No significant changes were made to either during the years ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. The following tables present the Company’s loan portfolio aging analysis of the recorded investment in loans as of September 30, 2024 and 2023: September 30, 2024 Greater Than Total Loans > 30-59 Days 60-89 Days 90 Days Total Total Loans 90 Days & Past Due Past Due Past Due Past Due Current Receivable Accruing Real estate loans: Residential $ 498,008 $ 184,393 $ 269,206 $ 951,607 $ 72,333,862 $ 73,285,469 $ — Multi-family — — — — 1,259,640 1,259,640 — Agricultural — — — — 53,523,748 53,523,748 — Commercial — — — — 2,453,082 2,453,082 — Construction and land — — 50,782 50,782 5,973,647 6,024,429 — Home equity line of credit (HELOC) 74,969 — — 74,969 4,884,089 4,959,058 — Commercial and industrial 3,516 — 17,431 20,947 1,645,241 1,666,188 — Consumer 113,123 — 21,841 134,964 5,383,880 5,518,844 26,516 Total $ 689,616 $ 184,393 $ 359,260 $ 1,233,269 $ 147,457,189 $ 148,690,458 $ 26,516 September 30, 2023 Greater Than 30-59 Days 60-89 Days 90 Days Total Total Loans Past Due Past Due Past Due Past Due Current Receivable Real estate loans: Residential $ 482,844 $ 332,929 $ 477,313 $ 1,293,086 $ 73,268,192 $ 74,561,278 Multi-family — — — — 1,309,586 1,309,586 Agricultural — — — — 36,378,192 36,378,192 Commercial — — — — 2,311,882 2,311,882 Construction and land — — — — 5,082,863 5,082,863 Home equity line of credit (HELOC) — — — — 4,708,023 4,708,023 Commercial and industrial — — — — 1,801,569 1,801,569 Consumer 5,653 20,831 — 26,484 7,625,680 7,652,164 Total $ 488,497 $ 353,760 $ 477,313 $ 1,319,570 $ 132,485,987 $ 133,805,557 The Company had no loans identified as collateral dependent as of September 30, 2024 and no loans identified as individually evaluated during the year ended September 30, 2023. Non-performing loans at September 30, 2024 and 2023, were as follows: Nonaccrual Loans Loans Past Due With No Allowance With Allowance Over 90 Days Total September 30, 2024 for Credit Loss for Credit Loss Total and Still Accruing Nonperforming Residential real estate loans $ 269,206 $ — $ 269,206 $ — $ 269,206 Construction and land 50,782 — 50,782 — 50,782 Commercial and industrial 17,431 — 17,431 — 17,431 Consumer 21,841 — 21,841 26,516 48,357 Total $ 359,260 $ — $ 359,260 $ 26,516 $ 385,776 September 30, 2023 Residential real estate loans $ 477,313 There were no loans modified for borrowers experiencing financial difficulty during the years ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. There were no loans modified for borrowers experiencing financial difficulty in the past 12 months that subsequently defaulted during the years ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. |