Exhibit 13.1 [PORTIONS OF 2004 ANNUAL REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS] 2004 Annual Report - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Table of Contents Financial Highlights..........................................................1 Letter to Stockholders........................................................2 Independent Auditor's Report..................................................3 Consolidated Balance Sheets...................................................4 Consolidated Statements of Income.............................................5 Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity...............................6 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.........................................7 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements....................................8 Management's Discussion and Analysis.........................................28 Bank Staff...................................................................46 Board of Directors and Officers..............................................47 Stockholder Information.......................................Inside Back Cover 1 Financial Highlights(1) - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Summary of Operations Interest income $ 14,656 $ 13,842 $ 14,280 $ 13,717 $ 13,153 Interest expense 4,474 5,637 6,640 7,204 6,785 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Net interest income 10,182 8,205 7,640 6,513 6,368 Provision for credit losses 390 410 441 280 280 Other income 1,607 2,662 1,021 589 435 Other expense 6,943 5,812 4,720 4,092 3,772 Income taxes 1,215 1,306 964 790 687 ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- Net income $ 3,241 $ 3,339 $ 2,536 $ 1,940 $ 2,064 =========== =========== =========== =========== =========== Per Share Data Net income $ 1.89 $ 1.94 $ 1.48 $ 1.13 $ 1.20 Cash dividends declared .60 1.00 .46 .41 .37 Book value 15.23 14.31 13.51 12.27 11.42 Estimated market value(2) 32.00 32.00 32.00 29.00 32.00 Year-end Balance Sheet Summary Loans, net $ 196,912 $ 176,155 $ 154,190 $ 140,898 $ 133,072 Investment securities 37,909 46,282 44,872 33,452 28,766 Total assets 270,215 263,865 241,283 201,469 180,318 Deposits 231,059 228,219 206,909 179,323 159,590 Stockholders' equity 26,177 24,601 23,230 21,086 19,638 Selected Ratios Return on average assets 1.23% 1.32% 1.13% 1.02% 1.18% Return on average equity 12.56% 13.66% 11.40% 9.44% 10.95% Average equity to average assets 9.76% 9.66% 9.88% 10.85% 10.75% - ---------------------- 1 In thousands of dollars, except per share data. 2 Provided at the trade date nearest year end. 2 Dear Stockholders: It is our pleasure to present our Annual Financial Report to you. We ended the year with total assets of $270,214,881, resulting in an increase of $6,349,953 or 2.41% over the previous year. Our return on assets was 1.23% and the return on equity was 12.56% as compared to 1.32% and 13.66% for the previous year. Net earnings were $3,241,468, a decrease of $97,091 or 2.91% compared to the previous year. Our deposits increased $2,840,196 or 1.24% and net loans increased $20,757,141 or 11.78%. Please refer to our financial highlights page and accompanying statements for additional information. The book value of our stock at year-end was $15.23 and stock trades nearest year-end were executed at $32.00 per share. Dividends for the year were $0.60 per share. I am very pleased with our accomplishments in 2004. We opened our new Hillsville Branch on December 17 and we continue to be extremely grateful for the warm reception we have received from the Hillsville community. We continued our efforts to enhance the products and services offered to all our customers through the addition of ATM machines at our Elk Creek and Troutdale Branches and through the introduction of home equity lines of credit. We intend to further these efforts in 2005 as well, with the introduction of an overdraft protection plan and internet banking with on-line bill paying. Your bank has grown considerably in recent years and we are very excited about the future of The Grayson National Bank. We continue to be blessed with great personnel throughout our organization. I wish to thank our employees for their dedicated service to the bank, our shareholders and most of all, our customers. As always, we appreciate your support, welcome your comments and the opportunity to serve you. Sincerely, /s/ Jacky K. Anderson Jacky K. Anderson President & CEO 3 Independent Auditor's Report Board of Directors and Stockholders Grayson Bankshares, Inc. Independence, Virginia We have audited the consolidated balance sheets of Grayson Bankshares, Inc. and subsidiary as of December 31, 2004 and 2003 and the related consolidated statements of income, stockholders' equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2004. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion. In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Grayson Bankshares, Inc. and subsidiary at December 31, 2004 and 2003, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2004, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. /s/ Larrowe & Company, PLC Galax, Virginia January 28, 2005 Consolidated Balance Sheets December 31, 2004 and 2003 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assets 2004 2003 ------------- ------------- Cash and due from banks $ 10,032,399 $ 11,748,140 Federal funds sold 8,833,069 15,305,544 Investment securities available for sale 33,786,785 41,239,131 Investment securities held to maturity (fair value approximately $2,973,676 in 2004, and $3,997,347 in 2003) 2,975,455 3,960,887 Restricted equity securities 1,147,050 1,081,750 Loans, net of allowance for loan losses of $2,609,759 in 2004 and $2,395,387 in 2003 196,911,871 176,154,730 Cash value of life insurance 4,925,722 4,677,731 Foreclosed assets 65,000 15,000 Property and equipment, net 7,316,750 6,228,192 Accrued income 1,833,728 1,891,116 Other assets 2,387,052 1,562,707 ------------- ------------- $ 270,214,881 $ 263,864,928 ============= ============= Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity Liabilities Deposits Noninterest-bearing $ 31,569,179 $ 26,708,360 Interest-bearing 199,490,165 201,510,788 ------------- ------------- Total deposits 231,059,344 228,219,148 Short-term debt 2,000,000 -- Long-term debt 10,000,000 10,000,000 Accrued interest payable 253,652 264,640 Other liabilities 724,839 780,344 ------------- ------------- 244,037,835 239,264,132 ============= ============= Commitments and contingencies Stockholders' equity Preferred stock, $25 par value; 500,000 shares authorized; none issued -- -- Common stock, $1.25 par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; 1,718,968 shares issued in 2004 and 2003, respectively 2,148,710 2,148,710 Surplus 521,625 521,625 Retained earnings 23,797,289 21,587,202 Accumulated other comprehensive income (290,578) 343,259 26,177,046 24,600,796 ------------- ------------- $ 270,214,881 $ 263,864,928 ============= ============= See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 5 Consolidated Statements of Income Years ended December 31, 2004, 2003 and 2002 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2004 2003 2002 ----------- ----------- ----------- Interest income: Loans and fees on loans $12,787,560 $11,595,816 $11,798,933 Federal funds sold 139,300 245,760 239,255 Investment securities: Taxable 1,287,584 1,545,643 1,803,674 Exempt from federal income tax 441,532 454,938 438,515 ----------- ----------- ----------- 14,655,976 13,842,157 14,280,377 ----------- ----------- ----------- Interest expense: Deposits 3,954,159 5,123,483 6,197,872 Interest on borrowings 519,247 513,639 442,067 ----------- ----------- ----------- 4,473,406 5,637,122 6,639,939 ----------- ----------- ----------- Net interest income 10,182,570 8,205,035 7,640,438 Provision for loan losses 390,000 410,000 441,000 ----------- ----------- ----------- Net interest income after provision for loan losses 9,792,570 7,795,035 7,199,438 ----------- ----------- ----------- Noninterest income: Service charges on deposit accounts 549,871 429,135 354,644 Other service charges and fees 506,513 534,537 437,263 Net realized gains on securities 63,004 919,710 3,735 Other income 487,874 778,266 225,659 ----------- ----------- ----------- 1,607,262 2,661,648 1,021,301 ----------- ----------- ----------- Noninterest expense: Salaries and employee benefits 4,354,566 3,687,447 2,985,573 Occupancy expense 224,656 180,119 127,153 Equipment expense 638,069 501,658 391,390 Foreclosure expense 14,567 -- -- Other expense 1,711,381 1,443,365 1,216,061 ----------- ----------- ----------- 6,943,239 5,812,589 4,720,177 ----------- ----------- ----------- Income before income taxes 4,456,593 4,644,094 3,500,562 Income tax expense 1,215,125 1,305,535 964,103 ----------- ----------- ----------- Net income $ 3,241,468 $ 3,338,559 $ 2,536,459 =========== =========== =========== Basic earnings per share $ 1.89 $ 1.94 $ 1.48 =========== =========== =========== Weighted average shares outstanding 1,718,968 1,718,968 1,718,968 =========== =========== =========== See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 6 Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity Years ended December 31, 2004, 2003 and 2002 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accumulated Common Stock Other ------------------ Retained Comprehensive Shares Amount Surplus Earnings Income (Loss) Total ------ ------ ------- -------- ------------- ----- Balance, December 31, 2001 1,718,968 $ 2,148,710 $ 521,625 $ 18,221,877 $ 193,561 $ 21,085,773 Comprehensive income Net income - - - 2,536,459 - 2,536,459 Net change in unrealized gain (loss) on investment securities available for sale, net of taxes of $203,765 - - - - 400,475 400,475 Reclassification adjustment, net of income taxes of $1,270 - - - - (2,465) (2,465) ------------- Total comprehensive income 2,934,469 Dividends paid ($.46 per share) - - - (790,725) - (790,725) --------- ----------- ---------- ------------- ------------- -------------- Balance, December 31, 2002 1,718,968 2,148,710 521,625 19,967,611 591,571 23,229,517 Comprehensive income Net income - - - 3,338,559 - 3,338,559 Net change in unrealized gain (loss) on investment securities available for sale, net of taxes of $184,783 - - - - 358,697 358,697 Reclassification adjustment, net of income taxes of $312,701 - - - - (607,009) (607,009) ------------- Total comprehensive income 3,090,247 Dividends paid ($1.00 per share) - - - (1,718,968) - (1,718,968) --- ---- --------- ----------- ---------- ------------- ------------- -------------- Balance, December 31, 2003 1,718,968 2,148,710 521,625 21,587,202 343,259 24,600,796 Comprehensive income Net income - - - 3,241,468 - 3,241,468 Net change in unrealized gain (loss) on investment securities available for sale, net of taxes of ($305,101) - - - - (592,254) (592,254) Reclassification adjustment, net of income taxes of ($21,421) - - - - (41,583) (41,583) ------------- Total comprehensive income 2,607,631 Dividends paid ($.60 per share) - - - (1,031,381) - (1,031,381) --- ---- --------- ----------- ---------- ------------- ------------- -------------- Balance, December 31, 2004 1,718,968 $ 2,148,710 $ 521,625 $ 23,797,289 $ (290,578) $ 26,177,046 === ==== ========= =========== ========== ============= ============= ============== See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 7 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Years ended December 31, 2004, 2003 and 2002 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2004 2003 2002 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash flows from operating activities Net income $ 3,241,468 $ 3,338,559 $ 2,536,459 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operations: Depreciation and amortization 566,587 409,525 319,320 Provision for loan losses 390,000 410,000 441,000 Deferred income taxes 187,110 (40,580) (108,478) Net realized gains on securities (63,004) (919,710) (3,735) Accretion of discount on securities, net of amortization of premiums 221,135 248,727 131,135 Deferred compensation 8,304 11,475 7,594 Changes in assets and liabilities: Cash value of life insurance (247,991) (254,313) (224,834) Accrued income 57,388 (92,210) (85,262) Other assets (684,933) (527,830) (21,343) Accrued interest payable (10,988) (64,335) 61,177 Other liabilities (63,809) (46,704) 15,392 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Net cash provided by operating activities 3,601,267 2,472,604 3,068,425 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash flows from investing activities Net (increase) decrease in federal funds sold 6,472,475 4,434,684 (7,104,182) Activity in available for sale securities: Purchases (16,552,392) (23,342,538) (20,833,587) Sales 18,782,690 11,964,172 1,542,321 Maturities 4,083,990 10,547,217 5,651,348 Activity in held to maturity securities: Purchases - (2,215,694) (92,825) Maturities 1,005,000 2,168,103 2,808,090 Purchases of restricted equity securities (65,300) (236,300) (19,700) Net increase in loans (21,147,141) (22,374,725) (13,733,164) Net increase in foreclosed assets (50,000) (15,000) - Purchases of property and equipment, net of sales (1,655,145) (2,511,483) (1,531,556) Purchase of bank-owned life insurance - - (4,000,000) ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Net cash used in investing activities (9,125,823) (21,581,564) (37,313,255) ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash flows from financing activities Net increase in deposits 2,840,196 21,310,624 27,585,542 Dividends paid (1,031,381) (1,718,968) (790,725) Net increase in short-term debt 2,000,000 - - Net increase in long-term debt - - 10,000,000 Net cash provided by financing activities 3,808,815 19,591,656 36,794,817 Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (1,715,741) 482,696 2,549,987 Cash and cash equivalents, beginning 11,748,140 11,265,444 8,715,457 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash and cash equivalents, ending $ 10,032,399 $ 11,748,140 $ 11,265,444 ================ =============== ================ Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information Interest paid $ 4,484,394 $ 5,701,457 $ 6,578,762 ================ =============== ================ Taxes paid $ 993,467 $ 1,443,179 $ 1,028,309 ================ =============== ================ Supplemental disclosure of noncash investing activities Effect on equity of change in net unrealized gain $ (633,837) $ (248,312) $ 398,010 ================ =============== ================ See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements - 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Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Organization Grayson Bankshares, Inc. (the Company) was incorporated as a Virginia corporation on February 3, 1992 to acquire the stock of The Grayson National Bank (the Bank). The Bank was acquired by the Company on July 1, 1992. The Grayson National Bank was organized under the laws of the United States in 1900 and currently serves Grayson County, Virginia and surrounding areas through eight banking offices. As an FDIC insured, National Banking Association, the Bank is subject to regulation by the Comptroller of the Currency. The Company is regulated by the Federal Reserve. The accounting and reporting policies of the Company and the Bank follow generally accepted accounting principles and general practices within the financial services industry. Following is a summary of the more significant policies. Critical accounting policies The notes to our audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2004 included herein, contain a summary of our significant accounting policies. We believe our policies with respect to the methodology for our determination of the allowance for loan losses, and asset impairment judgments involve a higher degree of complexity and require management to make difficult and subjective judgments which often require assumptions or estimates about highly uncertain matters. Changes in these judgments, assumptions or estimates could cause reported results to differ materially. These critical policies and their application are periodically reviewed with the Audit Committee and our Board of Directors. Principles of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and the Bank, which is wholly owned. All significant, intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. Business Segments The Company reports its activities as a single business segment. In determining the appropriateness of segment definition, the Company considers components of the business about which financial information is available and regularly evaluated relative to resource allocation and performance assessment. Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles 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 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 relate to the determination of the allowance for loan losses and the valuation of real estate acquired in connection with foreclosures or in satisfaction of loans. In connection with the determination of the allowances for loan and foreclosed real estate losses, management obtains independent appraisals for significant properties. Substantially all of the Bank's loan portfolio consists of loans in its market area. Accordingly, the ultimate collectibility of a substantial portion of the Bank's loan portfolio and the recovery of a substantial portion of the carrying amount of foreclosed real estate are susceptible to changes in local market conditions. The regional economy is diverse, but influenced to an extent by the manufacturing and agricultural segments. 9 Note 1. Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued Use of Estimates, continued While management uses available information to recognize loan and foreclosed real estate losses, future additions to the allowances may be necessary based on changes in local economic conditions. In addition, regulatory agencies, as a part of their routine examination process, periodically review the Bank's allowances for loan and foreclosed real estate losses. Such agencies may require the Bank to recognize additions to the allowances based on their judgments about information available to them at the time of their examinations. Because of these factors, it is reasonably possible that the allowances for loan and foreclosed real estate losses may change materially in the near term. Cash and Cash Equivalents For the purpose of presentation in the consolidated statements of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents are defined as those amounts included in the balance sheet caption "cash and due from banks." Trading Securities The Company does not hold securities for short-term resale and therefore does not maintain a trading securities portfolio. Securities Held to Maturity Bonds, notes, and debentures for which the Company has the positive intent and ability to hold to maturity are reported at cost, adjusted for premiums and discounts that are recognized in interest income using the interest method over the period to maturity or to call dates. Securities Available for Sale Available for sale securities are reported at fair value and consist of bonds, notes, debentures, and certain equity securities not classified as trading securities or as held to maturity securities. Unrealized holding gains and losses, net of tax, on available for sale securities are reported as a net amount in a separate component of shareholders' equity. Realized gains and losses on the sale of available for sale securities are determined using the specific-identification method. Premiums and discounts are recognized in interest income using the interest method over the period to maturity or to call dates. Declines in the fair value of individual held to maturity and available for sale securities below cost that are other than temporary are reflected as write-downs of the individual securities to fair value. Related write-downs are included in earnings as realized losses. Loans Held for Sale Mortgage loans originated and intended for sale in the secondary market are carried at the lower of cost or estimated market value in the aggregate. Net unrealized losses are recognized through a valuation allowance by charges to income. The Company had no loans held for sale at December 31, 2004 or during the three year period then ended. Loans Receivable Loans receivable that management has the intent and ability to hold for the foreseeable future or until maturity or pay-off are reported at their outstanding principal amount adjusted for any charge-offs and the allowance for loan losses. Loan origination fees and costs, are not capitalized and recognized as an adjustment to the yield on the related loan as such deferrals are not material to the Company's financial position or results of operations. 10 Note 1. Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued Loans Receivable, continued Interest is accrued and credited to income based on the principal amount outstanding. The accrual of interest on impaired loans is discontinued when, in management's opinion, the borrower may be unable to meet payments as they become due. When interest accrual is discontinued, all unpaid accrued interest is reversed. Interest income is subsequently recognized only to the extent cash payments are received. When facts and circumstances indicate the borrower has regained the ability to meet the required payments, the loan is returned to accrual status. Past due status of loans is determined based on contractual terms. Allowance for Loan Losses 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, or portion there of, is confirmed. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. The allowance for loan losses is evaluated on a regular basis by management and is based upon management's periodic review of the collectibility 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. A loan is considered impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that the Bank 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. Impairment is measured on a loan by loan basis for all loans by either the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan's effective interest rate, the loan's obtainable market price, or the fair value of the collateral if the loan is collateral dependent. Property and Equipment Land is carried at cost. Bank premises, furniture and equipment, and leasehold improvements are carried at cost, less accumulated depreciation and amortization computed principally by the straight-line method over the following estimated useful lives: Years ----- Buildings and improvements 10-40 Furniture and equipment 5-12 Foreclosed Assets Real estate properties acquired through, or in lieu of, loan foreclosure are to be sold and are initially recorded at fair value less anticipated cost to sell at the date of foreclosure establishing a new cost basis. After foreclosure, valuations are periodically performed by management and the real estate is carried at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less cost to sell. Revenue and expenses from operations and changes in the valuation allowance are included in loss on foreclosed real estate. The historical average holding period for such properties is less than six months. 11 Note 1. Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued Pension Plan The Bank maintains a noncontributory defined benefit pension plan covering all employees who meet eligibility requirements. To be eligible, an employee must be 21 years of age and have completed one year of service. Plan benefits are based on final average compensation and years of service. The funding policy is to contribute the maximum deductible for federal income tax purposes. Transfers of Financial Assets Transfers of financial assets 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 Bank, (2) the transferee obtains the right (free of conditions that constrain it from taking advantage of that right) to pledge or exchange the transferred assets, and (3) the Bank does not maintain effective control over the transferred assets through an agreement to repurchase them before their maturity. Income Taxes Provision for income taxes is based on amounts reported in the statements of income (after exclusion of non-taxable income such as interest on state and municipal securities) and consists of taxes currently due plus deferred taxes on temporary differences in the recognition of income and expense for tax and financial statement purposes. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are included in the financial statements at currently enacted income tax rates applicable to the period in which the deferred tax assets or liabilities are expected to be realized or settled. As changes in tax laws or rates are enacted, deferred taxes assets and liabilities are adjusted through the provision for income taxes. Deferred income tax liability relating to unrealized appreciation (or the deferred tax asset in the case of unrealized depreciation) on investment securities available for sale is recorded in other liabilities (assets). Such unrealized appreciation or depreciation is recorded as an adjustment to equity in the financial statements and not included in income determination until realized. Accordingly, the resulting deferred income tax liability or asset is also recorded as an adjustment to equity. Basic Earnings per Share Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing income available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period, after giving retroactive effect to stock splits and dividends. Diluted Earnings per Share The computation of diluted earnings per share is similar to the computation of basic earnings per share except that the denominator is increased to include the number of additional common shares that would have been outstanding if dilutive potential common shares had been issued. The numerator is adjusted for any changes in income or loss that would result from the assumed conversion of those potential common shares. For the years presented, the Company has no potentially dilutive securities outstanding. Comprehensive Income Annual comprehensive income reflects the change in the Company's equity during the year arising from transactions and events other than investments by and distributions to shareholders. It consists of net income plus certain other changes in assets and liabilities that are reported as separate components of shareholders' equity rather than as income or expense. 12 Note 1. Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued Off-Balance Sheet Credit Related Financial Instruments In the ordinary course of business, the Company has entered into commitments to extend credit, including commitments under line of credit arrangements, commercial letters of credit, and standby letters of credit. Such financial instruments are recorded when they are funded. Derivative Financial Instruments and Change in Accounting Principle On January 1, 2001, the Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 133, "Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities." This Statement requires that all derivatives be recognized as assets or liabilities in the balance sheet and measured at fair value. Interest Rate Swap Agreements For asset/liability management purposes, the Corporation uses interest rate swap agreements to hedge various exposures or to modify interest rate characteristics of various balance sheet accounts. Such derivatives are used as part of the asset/liability management process and are linked to specific assets or liabilities, and have high correlation between the contract and the underlying item being hedged, both at inception and throughout the hedge period. The Company utilizes interest rate swap agreements to convert a portion of its variable-rate debt to fixed rate (cash flow hedge), and to convert a portion of its fixed-rate loans to a variable rate (fair value hedge). Interest rate swaps are contracts in which a series of interest rate flows are exchanged over a prescribed period. The notional amount on which the interest payments are based is not exchanged. Under SFAS No. 133, the gain or loss on all derivatives designated and qualifying as a fair value hedging instrument, as well as the offsetting gain or loss on the hedged item attributable to the risk being hedged, is recognized currently in earnings in the same accounting period. The effective portion of the gain or loss on a derivative designated and qualifying as a cash flow hedging instrument is initially reported as a component of other comprehensive income and subsequently reclassified into earnings in the same period or periods during which the hedged transaction affects earnings. The ineffective portion of the gain or loss on the derivative instrument, if any, is recognized currently in earnings. Interest rate derivative financial instruments receive hedge accounting treatment only if they are designated as a hedge and are expected to be, and are, effective in substantially reducing interest rate risk arising from the assets and liabilities identified as exposing the Company to risk. Those derivative financial instruments that do not meet the hedging criteria discussed below would be classified as trading activities and would be recorded at fair value with changes in fair value recorded in income. Derivative hedge contracts must meet specific effectiveness tests (i.e., over time the change in their fair values due to the designated hedge risk must be within 80 to 125 percent of the opposite change in the fair values of the hedged assets or liabilities). Changes in fair value of the derivative financial instruments must be effective at offsetting changes in the fair value of the hedged items due to the designated hedge risk during the term of the hedge. Further, if the underlying financial instrument differs from the hedged asset or liability, there must be a clear economic relationship between the prices of the two financial instruments. If periodic assessment indicated derivatives no longer provide an effective hedge, the derivatives contracts would be closed out and settled or classified as a trading activity. Beginning January 1, 2001, in accordance with SFAS No. 133, hedges of variable-rate debt are accounted for as cash flow hedges, with changes in fair value recorded in derivative assets or liabilities and other comprehensive income. The net settlement (upon close out or termination) that offsets changes in the value of the hedged debt is deferred and amortized into net interest income over the life of the hedged debt. Hedges of fixed-rate loans are accounted for as fair value hedges, with changes in fair value recorded in derivative assets or liabilities and loan interest income. The net settlement (upon close out or termination) that offsets changes in the value of the loans adjusts the basis of the loans and is deferred and amortized to loan interest income over the life of the loans. The portion, if any, of the net settlement amount that did not offset changes in the value of the hedged asset or liability is recognized immediately in non-interest income. 13 Note 1. Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued Interest Rate Swap Agreements, continued Cash flow resulting from the derivative financial instruments that are accounted for as hedges of assets and liabilities are classified in the cash flow statement in the same category as the cash flows of the items being hedged. Fair Value of Financial Instruments Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 107, Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments, requires disclosure of fair value information about financial instruments, whether or not recognized in the balance sheet. In cases where quoted market prices are not available, fair values are based on estimates using present value or other valuation techniques. Those techniques are significantly affected by the assumptions used, including the discount rate and estimates of future cash flows. In that regard, the derived fair value estimates cannot be substantiated by comparison to independent markets and, in many cases, could not be realized in immediate settlement of the instruments. Statement No. 107 excludes certain financial instruments and all nonfinancial instruments from its disclosure requirements. Accordingly, the aggregate fair value amounts presented do not represent the underlying value of the Company. The following methods and assumptions were used by the Company in estimating its fair value disclosures for financial instruments: Cash and cash equivalents: The carrying amounts reported in the balance sheet for cash and cash equivalents approximate their fair values. Interest-bearing deposits with banks: Fair values for time deposits are estimated using a discounted cash flow analysis that applies interest rates currently being offered on certificates to a schedule of aggregated contractual maturities on such time deposits. Available-for-sale and held-to-maturity securities: Fair values for securities, excluding restricted equity securities, are 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. The carrying values of restricted equity securities approximate fair values. Loans receivable: For variable-rate loans that reprice frequently and with no significant change in credit risk, fair values are based on carrying amounts. The fair values for other loans are estimated using discounted cash flow analysis, based on interest rates currently being offered for loans with similar terms to borrowers of similar credit quality. Loan fair value estimates include judgments regarding future expected loss experience and risk characteristics. Fair values for impaired loans are estimated using discounted cash flow analysis or underlying collateral values, where applicable. The carrying amount of accrued interest receivable approximates its fair value. Deposit liabilities: The fair values disclosed for demand and savings deposits are, by definition, equal to the amount payable on demand at the reporting date. The fair values for certificates of deposit are estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation that applies interest rates currently being offered on certificates to a schedule of aggregated contractual maturities on such time deposits. The carrying amount of accrued interest payable approximates fair value. Short-term debt: The carrying amounts of short-term debt approximate their fair values. Long-term debt: The fair value of long-term debt is estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation that applies interest rates currently available on similar instruments. Other liabilities: For fixed-rate loan commitments, fair value considers the difference between current levels of interest rates and the committed rates. The carrying amounts of other liabilities approximates fair value. 14 Note 1. Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, continued Fair Value of Financial Instruments, continued Derivatives: The fair value of derivatives is determined by comparing current market prices for similar contracts with contracts entered by the Company. Reclassification Certain reclassifications have been made to the prior years' financial statements to place them on a comparable basis with the current presentation. Net income and stockholders' equity previously reported were not affected by these reclassifications. Advertising Expense The Company expenses advertising costs as they are incurred. Advertising expense for the years presented are not material. Note 2. Restrictions on Cash To comply with banking regulations, the Bank is required to maintain certain average cash reserve balances. The daily average cash reserve requirement was approximately $1,010,000 and $797,000 for the periods including December 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively. Note 3. Investment Securities Debt and equity securities have been classified in the consolidated balance sheets according to management's intent. The carrying amount of securities and their approximate fair values at December 31 follow: Amortized Unrealized Unrealized Fair 2004 Cost Gains Losses Value - ---- --------------- ---------------- --------------- -------------- Available for sale: U.S. Government agency securities $ 17,173,436 $ 6,798 $ 653,282 $ 16,526,952 Mortgage-backed securities 5,343,481 49,460 13,541 5,379,400 State and municipal securities 7,855,015 138,263 36,427 7,956,851 Corporate securities 3,855,121 70,211 1,750 3,923,582 --------------- ---------------- --------------- -------------- $ 34,227,053 $ 264,732 $ 705,000 $ 33,786,785 =============== ================ =============== ============== Held to maturity: State and municipal securities $ 2,975,455 $ 43,198 $ 44,977 $ 2,973,676 =============== ================ =============== ============== 2003 Available for sale: U.S. Government agency securities $ 14,157,022 $ 66,517 $ 251,086 $ 13,972,453 Mortgage-backed securities 2,813,419 74,623 - 2,888,042 State and municipal securities 11,842,245 399,916 28,093 12,214,068 Corporate securities 11,906,355 297,818 39,605 12,164,568 --------------- ---------------- --------------- -------------- $ 40,719,041 $ 838,874 $ 318,784 $ 41,239,131 =============== ================ =============== ============== Held to maturity: State and municipal securities $ 3,960,887 $ 69,110 $ 32,650 $ 3,997,347 =============== ================ =============== ============== There were no securities transferred between the available for sale and held to maturity portfolios during 2004, 2003 or 2002. 15 Note 3. Investment Securities, continued Restricted equity securities were $1,147,050 and $1,081,750 at December 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively. Restricted equity securities consist of investments in stock of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta ("FHLB"), Community Bankers Bank, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, all of which are carried at cost. All of these entities are upstream correspondents of the Bank. The FHLB requires financial institutions to make equity investments in the FHLB in order to borrow money. The Bank is required to hold that stock so long as it borrows from the FHLB. The Federal Reserve requires Banks to purchase stock as a condition for membership in the Federal Reserve system. The Bank's stock in The Bankers Bank is restricted only in the fact that the stock may only be repurchased by The Bankers Bank. The following table details unrealized losses and related fair values in the Bank's held to maturity and available for sale investment securities portfolios. This information is aggregated by the length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position as of December 31, 2004. Less Than 12 Months 12 Months or More Total ------------------------ ------------------------ ------------------------ Fair Unrealized Fair Unrealized Fair Unrealized Value Losses Value Losses Value Losses ----------- ---------- ----------- ---------- ----------- ----------- U.S. Government agency securities $13,466,631 $ 156,223 $ 1,731,700 $ 510,600 $15,198,331 $ 666,823 State and municipal securities 3,894,918 48,065 637,222 33,339 4,532,140 81,404 Other securities 198,250 1,750 - - 198,250 1,750 ----------- ---------- ----------- ---------- ----------- ----------- Total temporarily impaired securities $17,559,799 $ 206,038 $ 2,368,922 $ 543,939 $19,928,721 $ 749,977 =========== ========== =========== ========== =========== =========== Management considers the nature of the investment, the underlying causes of the decline in market value, the severity and duration of the decline in market value and other evidence, on a security by security basis, in determining if the decline in market value is other than temporary. Management believes all unrealized losses presented in the table above to be temporary in nature. Investment securities with amortized cost of approximately $2,582,000 and $1,628,000 at December 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively, were pledged as collateral on public deposits and for other purposes as required or permitted by law. Gross realized gains and losses for the years ended December 31, 2004, 2003 and 2002 are as follows: 2004 2003 2002 -------- -------- -------- Realized gains $189,668 $919,710 $ 59,037 Realized losses 126,664 -- (55,302) -------- -------- -------- $ 63,004 $919,710 $ 3,735 ======== ======== ======== The scheduled maturities of securities available for sale and securities held to maturity at December 31, 2004, were as follows: Available for Sale Held to Maturity --------------------------------- --------------------------------- Amortized Fair Amortized Fair Cost Value Cost Value --------------- ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Due in one year or less $ 2,118,524 $ 2,157,184 $ 25,000 $ 25,010 Due after one year through five years 3,047,596 3,147,974 - - Due after five years through ten years 10,470,638 10,520,500 1,279,635 1,301,653 Due after ten years 18,590,295 17,961,127 1,670,820 1,647,013 --------------- ---------------- --------------- ---------------- $ 34,227,053 $ 33,786,785 $ 2,975,455 $ 2,973,676 =============== ================ =============== ================ Maturities of mortgage backed securities are based on contractual amounts. Actual maturity will vary as loans underlying the securities are prepaid. 16 Note 4. Loans Receivable The major components of loans in the consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2004 and 2003 are as follows (in thousands): 2004 2003 --------- --------- Commercial $ 17,603 $ 15,093 Real estate: Construction and land development 19,454 14,530 Residential, 1-4 families 94,655 83,824 Residential, 5 or more families 692 321 Farmland 18,387 15,640 Nonfarm, nonresidential 31,485 31,902 Agricultural 2,891 3,152 Consumer 13,657 13,040 Other 698 1,048 --------- --------- 199,522 178,550 Allowance for loan losses (2,610) (2,395) --------- --------- $ 196,912 $ 176,155 ========= ========= Note 5. Allowance for Loan Losses An analysis of the allowance for loan losses as of December 31 follows: 2004 2003 2002 ----------- ----------- ----------- Balance, beginning $ 2,395,387 $ 2,189,028 $ 1,821,966 Provision charged to expense 390,000 410,000 441,000 Recoveries of amounts charged off 100,861 103,782 190,065 Amounts charged off (276,489) (307,423) (264,003) ----------- ----------- ----------- Balance, ending $ 2,609,759 $ 2,395,387 $ 2,189,028 =========== =========== =========== The following is a summary of information pertaining to impaired loans at December 31: 2004 2003 ---------- ---------- Impaired loans without a valuation allowance $ 881,753 $3,118,002 Impaired loans with a valuation allowance 478,712 641,779 ---------- ---------- Total impaired loans $1,360,465 $3,759,781 ========== ========== Valuation allowance related to impaired loans $ 72,162 $ 144,629 ========== ========== Nonaccrual loans and loans past due 90 days or more at December 31, 2004 were approximately $690,000 and $635,000, respectively. At December 31, 2003, those amounts were approximately $1,435,000 and $2,119,000, respectively. Substantially all of these loans are included in impaired loans for both years. 17 Note 5. Allowance for Loan Losses, continued The average annual recorded investment in impaired loans and interest income recognized on impaired loans for the years ended December 31, 2004, 2003 and 2002 (all approximate) is summarized below: 2004 2003 2002 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Average investment in impaired loans $ 2,091,011 $ 2,116,478 $ 1,496,239 ================ =============== ================ Interest income recognized on impaired loans $ 55,157 $ 193,635 $ 154,810 ================ =============== ================ Interest income recognized on a cash basis on impaired loans $ 48,973 $ 109,711 $ 82,391 ================ =============== ================ No additional funds are committed to be advanced in connection with impaired loans. Note 6. Property and Equipment Components of property and equipment and total accumulated depreciation at December 31, 2004 and 2003, are as follows: 2004 2003 ------------ ------------ Land $ 1,311,314 $ 1,226,339 Buildings and improvements 4,876,164 3,920,221 Furniture and equipment 4,329,694 3,715,468 ------------ ------------ 10,517,172 8,862,028 Less accumulated depreciation (3,200,422) (2,633,836) ------------ ------------ $ 7,316,750 $ 6,228,192 ============ ============ Note 7. Cash Value of Life Insurance The Bank is owner and beneficiary of life insurance policies on certain employees and directors. Policy cash values totaled $4,925,722 and $4,677,731 at December 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively. Note 8. Deposits The aggregate amount of time deposits in denominations of $100,000 or more at December 31, 2004 and 2003 was $36,668,682 and $34,695,733, respectively. At December 31, 2004, the scheduled maturities of time deposits are as follows: Three months or less $ 26,783,085 Over three months through twelve months 66,775,438 Over one year through three years 26,573,676 Over three years 6,515,957 --------------- $ 126,648,156 =============== Note 9. Short-Term Debt The Bank has established unsecured lines of credit with correspondent banks totaling approximately $9,000,000 and a secured line of credit with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta of approximately $30,336,000. At December 31, 2004 the amount outstanding under the line of credit with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta was $2,000,000. The interest rate on this advance varies daily based upon the federal funds rate plus approximately 25 basis points. The rate on December 31, 2004 was 2.44%. The weighted average rate was 2.33% and the highest amount outstanding at any month-end was $5,000,000 during 2004. There were no amounts outstanding under these agreements during the years ended December 31, 2003 and 2002. 18 Note 10. Long-Term Debt The Bank's long-term debt consists of $10,000,000 borrowed from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta. The loan matures on January 17, 2012 and is secured by substantially all first mortgage one-to-four family residential loans. Interest on the loan is fixed at 4.56% until January 17, 2007 at which time the interest rate is convertible, at the option of the Federal Home Loan Bank, to a variable rate equal to the three-month LIBOR rate. If converted, the Bank has the option to prepay the debt without penalty. Note 11. Financial Instruments Fair Values The estimated fair values of the Company's financial instruments are as follows (dollars in thousands): December 31, 2004 December 31, 2003 --------------------------------- --------------------------------- Carrying Fair Carrying Fair Amount Value Amount Value --------------- ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Financial assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 10,032 $ 10,032 $ 11,748 $ 11,748 Federal funds sold 8,833 8,833 15,306 15,306 Securities, available for sale 33,787 33,787 41,239 41,239 Securities, held to maturity 2,975 2,974 3,961 3,997 Restricted equity securities 1,147 1,147 1,082 1,082 Loans, net of allowance for credit losses 196,912 197,084 176,155 175,327 Financial liabilities Deposits 231,059 230,675 228,219 228,845 Short-term debt 2,000 2,000 - - Long-term debt 10,000 10,157 10,000 10,312 Off-balance-sheet assets (liabilities) Commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit - - - - Derivate financial instruments - - - - Interest Swap Agreement During 2004, in order to better manage interest rate risk, the Bank entered into an agreement whereby the interest expense on variable rate debt totaling $5,000,000 was swapped for a fixed rate of interest expense. Due to a change in long-term interest rates, the Bank terminated the swap agreement and repaid the related debt during the year. As a result, the Bank recognized a gain of approximately $203,750 that is included in other income for the year ended December 31, 2004. 19 Note 12. Employee Benefit Plan The Bank has a qualified noncontributory defined benefit pension plan which covers substantially all of its employees. The benefits are primarily based on years of service and earnings. The following is a summary of the plan's funded status as of December 31, 2004 and 2003. 2004 2003 ----------- ----------- Change in benefit obligation Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 3,708,775 $ 3,116,886 Service cost 221,173 173,885 Interest cost 241,070 218,182 Actuarial (gain) loss 684,106 460,742 Benefits paid (142,394) (260,920) ----------- ----------- Benefit obligation at end of year $ 4,712,730 $ 3,708,775 =========== =========== Change in plan assets Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year $ 2,086,716 $ 1,830,770 Actual return on plan assets 241,484 258,803 Employer contribution 1,018,751 258,063 Benefits paid (142,394) (260,920) ----------- ----------- Fair value of plan assets at end of year $ 3,204,557 $ 2,086,716 =========== =========== Change in prepaid (accrued) benefit cost Prepaid (accrued) benefit cost, beginning $ (109,357) $ (90,249) Contributions 1,018,751 258,063 Pension cost (347,589) (277,171) ----------- ----------- Prepaid (accrued) benefit cost, ending $ 561,805 $ (109,357) =========== =========== Funded status $(1,508,173) $(1,622,059) Unrecognized transitional net assets (168) (203) Unrecognized prior service costs 50,322 60,386 Unrecognized net actuarial loss 2,019,824 1,452,519 ----------- ----------- Prepaid (accrued) benefit cost $ 561,805 $ (109,357) =========== =========== Additional disclosure information Accumulated benefit obligation $ 2,521,489 $ 2,034,649 Vested benefit obligation $ 1,894,769 $ 1,975,682 Discount rate 6.0% 6.5% Expected return on plan assets 8.5% 8.5% Rate of compensation increase 5.0% 5.0% Average remaining service (years) 18 18 2004 2003 2002 --------- --------- --------- Components of net periodic benefit cost Service cost $ 221,173 $ 173,885 $ 132,227 Interest cost 241,070 218,182 185,457 Return on plan assets (241,484) (258,803) 116,096 Originating unrecognized asset gain (loss) 56,710 85,998 (279,703) Recognized net actuarial (gain) loss 60,091 47,880 18,040 Amortization 10,029 10,029 10,029 --------- --------- --------- Net periodic benefit cost $ 347,589 $ 277,171 $ 182,146 ========= ========= ========= 20 Note 12. Employee Benefit Plan, continued Estimated Future Benefit Payments Pension Benefits ---- --------------- 2005 $ - 2006 18,074 2007 18,504 2008 61,575 2009 70,206 2010 - 2014 789,252 ---- --------------- $ 957,611 =============== Funding Policy It is Bank policy to contribute the maximum tax-deductible amount each year as determined by the plan administrator. Based on current information, it is anticipated the 2004 contribution will be approximately $371,681 and pension cost will be approximately $405,793. Long-Term Rate of Return The plan sponsor selects the expected long-term rate-of-return-on-assets assumption in consultation with their investment advisors and actuary, and with concurrence from their auditors. This rate is intended to reflect the average rate of earnings expected to be earned on the funds invested or to be invested to provide plan benefits. Historical performance is reviewed - especially with respect to real rates of return (net of inflation) - for the major asset classes held, or anticipated to be held by the trust, and for the trust itself. Undue weight is not given to recent experience - that may not continue over the measurement period - with higher significance placed on current forecasts of future long-term economic conditions. Because assets are held in a qualified trust, anticipated returns are not reduced for taxes. Further - solely for this purpose the plan is assumed to continue in force and not terminate during the period during which the assets are invested. However, consideration is given to the potential impact of current and future investment policy, cash flow into and out of the trust, and expenses (both investment and non-investment) typically paid from plan assets (to the extent such expenses are not explicitly estimated within periodic cost). Asset Allocation The pension plan's weighted-average asset allocations at September 30, 2004 and 2003 (the latest dates available), by asset category are as follows: 2004 2003 ---- ---- Mutual funds - fixed income 41% 48% Mutual funds - equity 55% 52% Other 4% 0% ---- ---- Total 100% 100% ==== ==== 21 Note 12. Employee Benefit Plan, continued Asset Allocation, continued The trust fund is sufficiently diversified to maintain a reasonable level of risk without imprudently sacrificing return, with a targeted asset allocation of 50% fixed income and 50% equities. The Investment Manager selects investment fund managers with demonstrated experience and expertise, and funds with demonstrated historical performance, for the implementation of the Plan's investment strategy. The Investment Manager will consider both actively and passively managed investment strategies and will allocate funds across the asset classes to develop an efficient investment structure. It is the responsibility of the Trustee to administer the investments of the Trust within reasonable costs, being careful to avoid sacrificing quality. These costs include, but are not limited to, management and custodial fees, consulting fees, transaction costs and other administrative costs chargeable to the Trust. Note 13. Deferred Compensation and Life Insurance Deferred compensation plans have been adopted for certain members of the Board of Directors for future compensation upon retirement. Under plan provisions aggregate annual payments ranging from $1,992 to $61,044 are payable for ten years certain, generally beginning at age 65. Reduced benefits apply in cases of early retirement or death prior to the benefit date, as defined. Liability accrued for compensation deferred under the plan amounts to $535,336 and $527,032 at December 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively. Expense charged against income was $50,400, $53,571 and $55,456 in 2004, 2003 and 2002, respectively. Charges to income are based on changes in present value of future cash payments, discounted at 8%. Note 14. Income Taxes Current and Deferred Income Tax Components The components of income tax expense (substantially all Federal) are as follows: 2004 2003 2002 ----------- ----------- ----------- Current $ 1,028,015 $ 1,346,115 $ 1,072,581 Deferred 187,110 (40,580) (108,478) ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 1,215,125 $ 1,305,535 $ 964,103 =========== =========== =========== Rate Reconciliation A reconciliation of income tax expense computed at the statutory federal income tax rate to income tax expense included in the statements of income follows: 2004 2003 2002 ----------- ----------- ----------- Tax at statutory federal rate $ 1,515,242 $ 1,578,992 $ 1,190,191 Tax exempt interest income (251,545) (236,015) (195,153) State income tax, net of federal benefit 8,840 12,716 11,951 Other (57,412) (50,158) (42,886) ----------- ----------- ----------- $ 1,215,125 $ 1,305,535 $ 964,103 =========== =========== =========== 22 Note 14. Income Taxes, continued Deferred Income Tax Analysis The significant components of net deferred tax assets (substantially all Federal) at December 31, 2004 and 2003 are summarized as follows: 2004 2003 ---------- ---------- Deferred tax assets Allowance for loan losses $ 806,836 $ 726,874 Unearned credit life insurance 24,783 24,741 Deferred compensation and accrued pension costs -- 216,372 Net unrealized losses on securities available for sale 154,384 -- Other 34,216 36,240 ---------- ---------- 1,020,219 1,004,227 Deferred tax liabilities Deferred compensation and accrued pension costs 9,000 -- Net unrealized gains on securities available for sale -- 176,830 Depreciation 158,637 115,734 Accretion of discount on investment securities 9,965 13,150 ---------- ---------- 177,602 305,714 ---------- ---------- Net deferred tax asset $ 842,617 $ 698,513 ========== ========== Note 15. Commitments and Contingencies Litigation In the normal course of business the Bank is involved in various legal proceedings. After consultation with legal counsel, management believes that any liability resulting from such proceedings will not be material to the consolidated financial statements. Financial Instruments with Off-Balance-Sheet Risk The Bank is party to financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk in the normal course of business to meet the financing needs of its customers. These financial instruments include commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit. These instruments involve, to varying degrees, credit risk in excess of the amount recognized in the consolidated balance sheets. The Bank's exposure to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the other party to the financial instrument for commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit is represented by the contractual amount of those instruments. The Bank uses the same credit policies in making commitments and conditional obligations as for on-balance-sheet instruments. A summary of the Bank's commitments at December 31, 2004 and 2003 is as follows: 2004 2003 ----------- ----------- Commitments to extend credit $12,352,870 $ 8,267,932 Standby letters of credit -- -- ----------- ----------- $12,352,870 $ 8,267,932 =========== =========== 23 Note 15. Commitments and Contingencies, continued Financial Instruments with Off-Balance-Sheet Risk, continued Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. Since many of the commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent future cash requirements. The Bank evaluates each customer's creditworthiness on a case-by-case basis. The amount of collateral obtained, if deemed necessary by the Bank upon extension of credit, is based on management's credit evaluation of the party. Collateral held varies, but may include accounts receivable, inventory, property and equipment, residential real estate and income-producing commercial properties. Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by the Bank to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party. Those guarantees are primarily issued to support public and private borrowing arrangements. The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loan facilities to customers. Collateral held varies as specified above and is required in instances which the Bank deems necessary. Concentrations of Credit Risk Substantially all of the Bank's loans, commitments to extend credit, and standby letters of credit have been granted to customers in the Bank's market area and such customers are generally depositors of the Bank. Investments in state and municipal securities involve governmental entities within and outside the Bank's market area. The concentrations of credit by type of loan are set forth in Note 4. The distribution of commitments to extend credit approximates the distribution of loans outstanding. Standby letters of credit are granted primarily to commercial borrowers. The Bank's primary focus is toward small business and consumer transactions, and accordingly, it does not have a significant number of credits to any single borrower or group of related borrowers in excess of $1,000,000. The Bank has cash and cash equivalents on deposit with financial institutions which exceed federally insured limits. Investment Purchase During 2003, the Bank agreed to purchase an equity investment in a limited liability company totaling $500,000. The Bank has paid $175,000 as of December 31, 2004 and expects to fund the remaining $325,000 during 2005. Note 16. Regulatory Restrictions Dividends The Company's dividend payments are made from dividends received from the Bank. Under applicable federal law, the Comptroller of the Currency restricts national bank total dividend payments in any calendar year to net profits of that year, as defined, combined with retained net profits for the two preceding years. The Comptroller also has authority under the Financial Institutions Supervisory Act to prohibit a national bank from engaging in an unsafe or unsound practice in conducting its business. It is possible, under certain circumstances, the Comptroller could assert that dividends or other payments would be an unsafe or unsound practice. 24 Note 16. Regulatory Restrictions, continued Intercompany Transactions The Bank's legal lending limit on loans to the Company is governed by Federal Reserve Act 23A, and differs from legal lending limits on loans to external customers. Generally, a bank may lend up to 10% of its capital and surplus to its Parent, if the loan is secured. If collateral is in the form of stocks, bonds, debentures or similar obligations, it must have a market value when the loan is made of at least 20% more than the amount of the loan, and if obligations of a state or political subdivision or agency thereof, it must have a market value of at least 10% more than the amount of the loan. If such loans are secured by obligations of the United States or agencies thereof, or by notes, drafts, bills of exchange or bankers' acceptances eligible for rediscount or purchase by a Federal Reserve Bank, requirements for collateral in excess of the loan amount do not apply. Under this definition, the legal lending limit for the Bank on loans to the Company was approximately $2,461,000 at December 31, 2004. No 23A transactions were deemed to exist between the Company and the Bank at December 31, 2004. Capital Requirements The Company and the Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandatory (and possibly additional discretionary) actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on the Company's consolidated financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, the Bank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of the Bank's assets, liabilities, and certain off-balance-sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. The Bank's capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings, and other factors. Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require the Bank to maintain minimum amounts and ratios (set forth in the table below) of total and Tier I capital to risk-weighted assets, and of Tier I capital to average assets, as all those terms are defined in the regulations. Management believes, as of December 31, 2004, that the Bank meets all capital adequacy requirements to which it is subject. As of December 31, 2004, the most recent notification from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency categorized the Bank as well capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. To be categorized as well capitalized the Bank must maintain minimum total risk-based, Tier I risk-based, and Tier I leverage ratios as set forth in the following table. There are no conditions or events since that notification that management believes have changed the institution's category. 25 Note 16. Regulatory Restrictions, continued Capital Requirements, continued As of December 31, 2004 and 2003, the Bank met the criteria to be considered well capitalized under the regulatory framework from prompt corrective action. To be categorized as well capitalized the Bank must maintain minimum total risk-based, Tier I risk-based, and Tier I leverage ratios as set forth in the following table. The Company's and Bank's actual capital amounts (in thousands) and ratios are also presented in the table. Minimum To Be Well Minimum Capitalized Under Capital Prompt Corrective Actual Required Action Provisions ----------------------- ----------------------- ----------------------- Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio ----------- ----- ------------- ----- -------------- ----- December 31, 2004: Total Capital (to Risk-Weighted Assets) Consolidated $ 28,739 15.8% $ 14,509 8.0% $ 18,136 10.0% Grayson National Bank $ 24,268 13.4% $ 14,463 8.0% $ 18,078 10.0% Tier I Capital (to Risk-Weighted Assets) Consolidated $ 26,468 14.6% $ 7,254 4.0% $ 10,881 6.0% Grayson National Bank $ 22,004 12.2% $ 7,231 4.0% $ 10,847 6.0% Tier I Capital (to Average Assets) Consolidated $ 26,468 9.9% $ 10,673 4.0% $ 13,341 5.0% Grayson National Bank $ 22,004 8.3% $ 10,633 4.0% $ 13,291 5.0% December 31, 2003: Total Capital (to Risk-Weighted Assets) Consolidated $ 26,449 15.3% $ 13,844 8.0% $ 17,305 10.0% Grayson National Bank $ 22,451 13.0% $ 13,800 8.0% $ 17,250 10.0% Tier I Capital (to Risk-Weighted Assets) Consolidated $ 24,283 14.0% $ 6,922 4.0% $ 10,383 6.0% Grayson National Bank $ 20,292 11.8% $ 6,900 4.0% $ 10,350 6.0% Tier I Capital (to Average Assets) Consolidated $ 24,283 9.3% $ 10,408 4.0% $ 13,010 5.0% Grayson National Bank $ 20,292 7.8% $ 10,368 4.0% $ 12,960 5.0% 26 Note 17. Transactions with Related Parties The Bank has entered into transactions with its directors, significant shareholders and their affiliates (related parties). Such transactions were made in the ordinary course of business on substantially the same terms and conditions, including interest rates and collateral, as those prevailing at the same time for comparable transactions with other customers, and did not, in the opinion of management, involve more than normal credit risk or present other unfavorable features. Aggregate 2004 and 2003 loan transactions with related parties were as follows: 2004 2003 ----------- ----------- Balance, beginning $ 1,794,312 $ 2,676,098 New loans 1,674,816 549,261 Repayments (724,708) (1,431,047) ----------- ----------- Balance, ending $ 2,744,420 $ 1,794,312 =========== =========== Note 18. Parent Company Financial Information Condensed financial information of Grayson Bankshares, Inc. is presented as follows: Balance Sheets December 31, 2004 and 2003 2004 2003 ------------ ------------ Assets Cash and due from banks $ 2,855,513 $ 2,927,262 Securities available for sale 1,056,900 1,088,875 Investment in affiliate bank at equity 22,239,543 20,609,391 Other assets 25,090 1,883 ------------ ------------ Total assets $ 26,177,046 $ 24,627,411 ============ ============ Liabilities Other liabilities $ -- $ 26,615 Stockholders' equity Common stock 2,148,710 2,148,710 Surplus 521,625 521,625 Retained earnings 23,797,289 21,587,202 Accumulated other comprehensive income (290,578) 343,259 ------------ ------------ Total stockholders' equity 26,177,046 24,600,796 ------------ ------------ Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 26,177,046 $ 24,627,411 ============ ============ 27 Note 18. Parent Company Financial Information, continued Statements of Income For the years ended December 31, 2004, 2003 and 2002 2004 2003 2002 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Income: Dividends from affiliate bank $ 1,031,381 $ 859,484 $ 790,725 Interest on taxable securities 57,507 52,281 55,799 Net realized gains on securities 20,454 - - ---------------- --------------- ---------------- 1,109,342 911,765 846,524 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Expenses: Management and professional fees 113,401 89,719 88,464 Other expenses 13,224 11,150 8,964 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- 126,625 100,869 97,428 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Income before tax benefit and equity in undistributed income of affiliate 982,717 810,896 749,096 Federal income tax benefit 15,866 16,180 13,814 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Income before equity in undistributed income of affiliate 998,583 827,076 762,910 Equity in undistributed income of affiliate 2,242,885 2,511,483 1,773,549 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Net income $ 3,241,468 $ 3,338,559 $ 2,536,459 ================ =============== ================ Statements of Cash Flows For the years ended December 31, 2004, 2003 and 2002 2004 2003 2002 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash flows from operating activities Net income $ 3,241,468 $ 3,338,559 $ 2,536,459 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: Equity in undistributed income of affiliate (2,242,885) (2,511,483) (1,773,549) Net realized gains on securities (20,454) - - Net (increase) decrease in other assets (12,336) (89) (3,157) Net increase (decrease) in other liabilities (26,615) (131) (18,096) ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Net cash provided by operating activities 939,178 826,856 741,657 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash flows from investing activities Purchases of investment securities (300,000) (500,000) (300,000) Sales of investment securities 320,454 - - Maturities of investment securities - 400,000 300,000 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Net cash provided (used) by investing activities 20,454 (100,000) - ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash flows from financing activities Dividends paid (1,031,381) (1,718,968) (790,725) ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Net cash used by financing activities (1,031,381) (1,718,968) (790,725) ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Net increase (decrease) in cash and due from banks (71,749) (992,112) (49,068) Cash and cash equivalents, beginning 2,927,262 3,919,374 3,968,442 ---------------- --------------- ---------------- Cash and cash equivalents, ending $ 2,855,513 $ 2,927,262 $ 3,919,374 ================ =============== ================ Staff - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Loan Department and Mortgage Origination - ---------------------------------------- Pam Neill Judy Carpenter Pat Sage Robin Fincher Jena Reeves Sandra Blevins Valerie Cowden Tellers - ------- Brenda Brown Mary Jane Leonard Donna Anders LeAngela Haynes Donna Coleman Erin Cox Jeanne' Funk Kristi Nichols Deranda Roop Rose Gonzalez Anita McGrady Mary Blevins Ann Shuler Teresa Edwards Phyllis Fender Peggy Spencer Nancy Burkett Christine Saltz Sheila Taylor Candee Harris Dorothy Galyean Angela Lawrence Lisa Buchanan Tammy Herrington Barbara McBride Sherita Sizemore Pat Richardson Cindy Seldon Terry Davis Lynn Cox Sherry Key Joyce Reavis Hilda Anderson Mary Jane Patton Susan Roberts Stacey Horton Sue Bledsoe Debra Pickett Melissa Spencer Becky Hall Tracy Bowman Christine Bolen Peggy Gravely Kim Banks Bookkeeping & Proof - ------------------- Becky Callahan Rhonda Lineberry Dorothy Hash Nancy Hale Rhonda James Janna Billings Elaine Roberts Sparkle Holder Loretta Painter Lorie Casino Secretaries and Customer Service Personnel - ------------------------------------------ Judy Cummings Carol Moxley Elisa Blevins Cindy Teaster Glenda Ward Sue Faddis Karen Overstreet Beverly Burcham Rebecca Reedy Julie Horton Receptionists and Office Services - --------------------------------- Brenda Thompson Greg Reedy Faye Dotson 46 Board of Directors and Officers - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Board of Directors ------------------ Julian L. Givens..........................................................................................Physician Jacky K. Anderson................................................Grayson Bankshares, Inc. and Grayson National Bank Jack E. Guynn, Jr...........................................................................Guynn Enterprises, Inc. Fred B. Jones................................................................................................Farmer Jean W. Lindsey.................................................................................Walter's Drug, Inc. Charles T. Sturgill...................................................................Grayson County Clerk of Court Dennis B. Gambill................................................Grayson Bankshares, Inc. and Grayson National Bank Carl J. Richardson...................................................................Retired, Grayson National Bank J. David Vaughan..................................................................................Vaughan Furniture Thomas E. Jackson, Jr...............................................................................Attorney-at-Law Grayson Bankshares Officers --------------------------- Julian L. Givens..............................................................................Chairman of the Board Jacky K. Anderson.................................................................................President and CEO Dennis B. Gambill....................................................................................Vice President Brenda C. Smith...........................................................................................Secretary Blake M. Edwards............................................................................Chief Financial Officer Grayson National Bank Officers ------------------------------ Julian L. Givens..............................................................................Chairman of the Board Charles T. Sturgill...................................................................................Vice Chairman Jacky K. Anderson.................................................................................President and CEO Dennis B. Gambill..........................................................................Executive Vice President Curtis A. Jennings............................................................................Senior Vice President Brenda C. Smith...............................................................................Senior Vice President Blake M. Edwards............................................................................Chief Financial Officer Peggy H. Haga...................................................................Vice President-Customer Service Rep Ann W. Graham....................................................................................Operations Manager Darlene B. Hensdell...............................................................Assistant VP-Customer Service Rep Sarah S. Cox......................................................................Assistant VP-Customer Service Rep Jerry D. Wright......................................................................................Vice President Delma C. Smith......................................................................Assistant VP-Branch Coordinator Kathy T. Watson.........................................................................Information Systems Manager Linda B. Eller.........................................................Executive Secretary/Administrative Assistant Rodney R. Halsey......................................................................Assistant VP-Loan Officer-EDP Tom D. Gentry...............................................................................Commercial Loan Officer Carolyn A. Cornett........................................................Vice President-Auditor/Compliance Officer Lori C. Vaught.................................................................................Credit Administrator Robert T. Fender................................................................................Loan Review Officer Deborah J. McCormick ...........................................................................Collections Officer Marcia T. Sutherland...................................................................................Loan Officer Charles W. Smith......................................................................Loan Officer/Security Officer Larry D. Osborne............................................Assistant VP-Branch Manager of East Independence Office Brenda C. Parks..................................................................Branch Manager of Troutdale Office Carol Lee Sutherland.............................................................Branch Manager of Elk Creek Office Ronald P. Porter......................................................Vice President-Branch Manager of Galax Office Sharon D. Caudill.............................................Assistant Branch Manager of Galax Office-Loan Officer Greg L. Bare........................................................................Branch Manager of Sparta Office Sheila G. Douglas............................................Assistant Branch Manager of Sparta Office-Loan Officer Ruby A. Stuart....................................................Regional Manager/Branch Manager of Carroll Office G. Kevin Weatherman.........................................Assistant Branch Manager of Carroll Office-Loan Officer Kay B. Carter...................................................................Branch Manager of Hillsville Office Doug E. Morgan...........................................Assistant Branch Manager of Hillsville Office-Loan Officer 47 Stockholder Information - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Annual Meeting - -------------- The annual meeting of stockholders will be held at 1:00 p.m. on April 12, 2005, at the Grayson National Bank Conference Center, 558 East Main Street, Independence, Virginia, located in the Guynn Shopping Center. Requests for Information - ------------------------ Requests for information should be directed to Mrs. Brenda C. Smith, Corporate Secretary, at The Grayson National Bank, Post Office Box 186, Independence, Virginia, 24348; telephone (276) 773-2811. Independent Auditors Stock Transfer Agent -------------------- -------------------- Larrowe & Company, PLC The Grayson National Bank Certified Public Accountants Post Office Box 186 Post Office Box 760 Independence, VA 24348 Galax, Virginia 24333 Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation - ------------------------------------- The Bank is a member of the FDIC. This statement has not been reviewed, or confirmed for accuracy or relevance by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Banking Offices --------------- Main Office Elk Creek Office 113 West Main Street 60 Comers Rock Road Independence, Virginia 24348 Elk Creek, Virginia 24326 (276) 773-2811 (276) 655-4011 East Independence Office Troutdale Office 802 East Main Street 101 Ripshin Road Independence, Virginia 24348 Troutdale, Virginia 24378 (276) 773-2811 (276) 677-3722 Galax Office Sparta Office 209 West Grayson Street 98 South Grayson Street Galax, Virginia Sparta, North Carolina 28675 (276) 238-2411 (336) 372-2811 Carroll Office Hillsville Office 8351 Carrollton Pike 419 South Main Street Galax, Virginia 24333 Hillsville, Virginia 24343 (276) 238-8112 (276) 728-2810 - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Management's Discussion and Analysis - --------------------------------------------------------------------------------