UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20552
FORM 10-K
[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE
ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2000
OR
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE
ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from ____________ to ____________
Commission File Number 000-25089
COMMUNITY SAVINGS BANKSHARES, INC.
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
UNITED STATES 65-0870004
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(State or Other Jurisdiction of IRS Employer Identification Number)
Incorporation or Organization)
660 US HIGHWAY ONE, NORTH PALM BEACH, FL 33408
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(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
(561) 881-2212
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(Registrant's Telephone Number including area code)
Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
NONE
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Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $1.00 PER SHARE
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(Title of Class)
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) his filed all reports
required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding twelve months (or for such shorter period that the
Registrant was required to file reports) and (2) has been subject to such
requirements for the past 90 days.
YES X NO
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Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item
405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the
best of Registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements
incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendments to
this Form 10-K. [ ]
As of March 16, 2001, there were issued and outstanding 8,570,963 shares
of the Registrant's Common Stock. The aggregate value of the voting stock held
by non-affiliates (persons other than the employee stock ownership plan,
directors and executive officers) of the Registrant, computed by reference to
the closing sales price ($13.75) of the Common Stock on March 16, 2001, was
$95,851,346.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
1. Portions of the Annual Report to Shareholders for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 2000 (Parts II and IV).
2. Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders (Portions of Parts
II and III).
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PART I
ITEM 1. BUSINESS
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GENERAL
In the following discussion, references to "Bankshares" relate to
Community Savings Bankshares, Inc. together with its wholly-owned subsidiary,
Community Savings, F. A. (the "Association").
COMMUNITY SAVINGS BANKSHARES, INC.
Bankshares is a Delaware-chartered stock holding company organized in
August 1998. Bankshares' primary asset is its investment in its wholly owned
subsidiary, the Association. On December 15, 1998, Bankshares completed its
reorganization and stock offering (the "Reorganization") in connection with the
conversion and reorganization of ComFed, M. H. C. (the "Holding Company"), a
mutual holding company, and its mid-tier holding company, Community Savings
Bankshares, Inc., a federally chartered mid-tier stock holding company (the
"Mid-Tier"). Bankshares sold 5,470,651 shares of common stock at $10.00 per
share in a subscription and community offering (the "Offering") resulting in net
proceeds of approximately $53.0 million. Bankshares also issued 5,078,233 shares
of common stock to existing minority shareholders of the Mid-Tier (the
"Exchange") at an exchange ratio of 2.0445 shares (the "Exchange Ratio") for
each share of Mid-Tier common stock. The Reorganization was accounted for at
historical cost in a manner similar to a pooling of interests. Therefore, all
financial information has been presented as if Bankshares had been in existence
for all periods presented in this Annual Report on Form 10-K ("Form 10-K") and
the Exchange Ratio has been applied to all stock-related data for comparability
purposes.
At December 31, 2000, Bankshares had total assets of $962.7 million, total
loans of $691.3 million, total deposits of $681.1 million, and total
shareholders' equity of $112.5 million. At December 31, 2000, there were
8,542,363 shares of common stock outstanding which trades on The Nasdaq Stock
Market under the symbol "CMSV".
Bankshares' executive office is located at 660 U.S. Highway One, North
Palm Beach, Florida and its telephone number at that address is (561) 881-2212.
COMMUNITY SAVINGS, F. A.
The Association, founded in 1955, is a federally chartered savings and
loan association headquartered in North Palm Beach, Florida and is the wholly
owned subsidiary of Bankshares. The Association's deposits are federally insured
by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") through the Savings
Association Insurance Fund ("SAIF"). The Association has been a member of the
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta ("FHLB") since 1955. The Association's primary
federal banking regulator is the Office of Thrift Supervision ("OTS").
On December 15, 1998, Bankshares became the holding company for the
Association as a result of the completion of the Reorganization. In the course
of the Reorganization, the Holding Company and the Mid-Tier were merged with and
into the Association. Such mergers were accounted for in a manner similar to a
pooling of interests and did not result in any significant accounting
adjustments. Net proceeds from the Reorganization approximated $53.0 million
which were initially invested in interest-earning deposits, and which have
subsequently been disbursed primarily to fund loan originations and securities
purchases, and repurchases of Bankshares' common stock in open market repurchase
programs. This use of funds reflected the implementation of the Association's
business plan to prudently deploy the capital raised in the Reorganization,
without an increase in high-risk lending or investment activities.
The Association is a community-oriented financial institution engaged
primarily in the business of attracting deposits from the general public
residing in the Association's market area (as described below). It uses such
funds, together with other borrowings, to invest in various residential and
commercial real estate loans, consumer and commercial business loans, and
mortgage-backed and related securities ("MBS") and investment securities. See "-
Lending Activities" and "- Securities Portfolio". The Association's principal
sources of funds are deposits, principal and interest payments on loans and
securities, and FHLB advances. The principal source of income is interest
received from loans and securities, while principal expenses are interest paid
on deposits and borrowings and employee compensation and benefits. See "-
Sources of Funds." The Association's strategy is to operate as a
well-capitalized, profitable and independent community-oriented savings and loan
association. The Association has implemented this strategy by emphasizing retail
deposits as its primary
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funding source and investing a substantial part of such funds in locally
originated residential first mortgage loans, in MBS and in liquid investment
securities.
The Association's profitability is highly dependent on its net interest
income. The components that determine net interest income are the amount of
interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, together with the
yields earned or rates paid on such instruments. The Association is sensitive to
managing interest rate risk exposure by better matching asset and liability
maturities and rates. This is accomplished while considering the inherent credit
risk of assets. The Association maintains asset quality by using comprehensive
loan underwriting standards, effective collection efforts as well as by
primarily originating or purchasing secured or guaranteed assets. The
Association also uses leveraged transactions in which security purchases are
funded with lower costing FHLB advances thereby creating an attractive interest
rate spread (the difference between the yield earned on the securities and the
rate paid on the borrowings).
The Association's executive office is located at 660 U.S. Highway One,
North Palm Beach, Florida, and its telephone number at that address is (561)
881-4800.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Statements contained in this Form 10-K which are not historical facts are
forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the Private Securities
Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Amounts herein could vary as a result of market
and other factors. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and
uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those
currently anticipated due to a number of factors, which include, but are not
limited to, factors discussed in documents filed by Bankshares with the
Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. Such forward-looking
statements may be identified by the use of such words as "believe," "expect,"
"anticipate," "should," "planned," "estimated," and "potential." Examples of
forward looking statements include, but are not limited to, estimates with
respect to the financial condition, expected or anticipated revenue, results of
operations and business of Bankshares that are subject to various factors which
could cause actual results to differ materially from these estimates. These
factors include, but are not limited to, general economic conditions; changes in
interest rates; deposit flows; the level of defaults, losses and prepayments on
loans and MBS held by Bankshares in portfolio or sold in the secondary markets;
loan demand; real estate values; competition; changes in accounting principles,
policies, practices or guidelines; changes in legislation or regulation; and
other economic, competitive, governmental, regulatory, and technological factors
affecting Bankshares' operations, pricing, products and services. The
forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this Form 10-K, and
Bankshares assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements or to
update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the
forward-looking statements.
MARKET AREA AND COMPETITION
Bankshares and the Association are headquartered in North Palm Beach,
Florida. Because Bankshares' most significant asset is its ownership of all the
issued and outstanding capital stock of the Association, the market area and
competition are identical for both entities. The Association operates 21 offices
in its market area in southeastern Florida, four of which are located in Martin
County, thirteen of which are located in Palm Beach County, three of which are
located in St. Lucie County and one of which is located in Indian River County.
The economy in the Association's market area is service-oriented and is
significantly dependent upon government, foreign trade, tourism, and its
continued attraction as a retirement area. A variety of county-supported
programs have been instituted to create new jobs and to encourage relocation or
expansion of companies with an emphasis placed on high-technology and service
industries. Major employers in Palm Beach County include Pratt and Whitney,
Motorola, Inc., Florida Power and Light Co., and Flo Sun, Inc. Martin County
major employers include Martin Memorial Medical Center, Northrop Grumman
Aircraft Systems, Inc., and Publix Super Markets. St. Lucie County major
employers include Columbia Lawnwood Regional Medical, Publix Super Markets, and
HCA Medical Center of Pt. St. Lucie. Indian River Memorial Hospital, Publix
Super Markets, and New Piper Aircraft Corp are major employers in Indian River
County.
Bankshares' market area on the southeast coast of Florida has a large
concentration of financial institutions. Many of these institutions are
significantly larger and have greater financial resources than the Association.
All of these institutions are competitors of the Association to varying degrees.
As a result, the Association encounters strong competition both in attracting
deposits and in originating real estate and other loans.
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The competition for real estate and other loans comes principally from
commercial banks, mortgage-banking companies, and other savings associations.
The competition for loans has increased substantially in recent years due to the
large number of institutions competing in the market area as well as the
increased efforts by commercial banks to expand mortgage loan originations. The
Association competes for loans primarily through competitive interest rates and
the loan fees it charges and the efficiency and quality of services it provides
borrowers, real estate brokers, and builders. Factors that affect competition
include general and local economic conditions, current interest rate levels, and
the volatility of the mortgage markets.
As a result of the sales in 1999 of the majority of the MacArthur
Foundation land holdings located in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties,
major real estate development began in Northern Palm Beach County during 2000.
The Association's lending staff has and will continue to aggressively pursue
lending opportunities resulting from this development.
The Association's most direct competition for deposits has come
historically from commercial banks, securities broker-dealers, other savings
associations, and credit unions in its market area. Continued strong competition
from such financial institutions is expected in the foreseeable future. The
market area includes branches of several commercial banks that are substantially
larger than the Association in terms of state-wide deposits. The Association
competes for savings by offering depositors a high level of personal service and
expertise together with a wide range of financial services as well as
competitive pricing.
LENDING ACTIVITIES
GENERAL. Historically, the principal lending activity of the Association
has been the origination of fixed- and adjustable-rate mortgage loans
collateralized by one- to four-family residential properties located in its
primary market area. It is the Association's intention to offer varied products
in the residential mortgage loan area. The Association currently emphasizes the
origination of adjustable-rate residential mortgage ("ARM") loans, and
fixed-rate residential mortgage loans with terms of 15 years or less. In
addition, the Association encourages origination of residential mortgage loans
which provide for a fixed-rate of interest during the first five or seven years
and which thereafter convert to ARM loans, the interest rate of which adjusts
annually. At times, it has been the Association's policy to sell in the
secondary market, on a servicing retained basis, all fixed-rate mortgage loan
originations with terms to maturity greater than 15 years. However, based on
management's assessment of the market at a particular time and Board of Director
established limits, the Association may periodically decide to retain such loans
in the portfolio. At December 31, 2000, there were no loans held for sale and
loans serviced for other institutions totaled $9.2 million.
Although the Association's primary emphasis is on residential real estate
lending, the Association's policy is to meet demand for other types of loans by
offering a wide variety of loan programs designed to meet customers' needs. In
response to customer demand, the Association has expanded its commercial lending
programs by adding new commercial loan officers and a credit analyst to its
staff. The Association intends to continue to pursue the origination of such
loans during 2001 in connection with providing services to its small business
customers.
At December 31, 2000, the net loan portfolio totaled $691.3 million. At
such date, the weighted average remaining term to maturity of the net loan
portfolio was approximately 16.4 years. At December 31, 2000, $353.2 million, or
51% of the total net loan portfolio consisted of loans with adjustable interest
rates.
To supplement local loan originations, the Association also invests in MBS
that directly or indirectly provide funds principally for residential home
buyers in the United States. The Association has also purchased either
participations in or whole residential real estate loans serviced by other
institutions. Such loans totaled $50.2 million, net of premiums, at December 31,
2000. In addition, the Association participates with other financial
institutions in programs to provide residential mortgage loans to low and
moderate income borrowers. During 2001, the Association intends to use its loan
solicitors to continue the expansion of its lending activities, particularly
one- to four-family residential loans and commercial real estate and business
loans. However, competition for commercial loans remains high in its
marketplace, and the Association may not be able to significantly increase the
amount of such loans in its portfolio.
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ANALYSIS OF LOAN PORTFOLIO. Set forth below is selected data relating to
the composition of the loan portfolio by type of loan at the dates indicated.
At December 31,
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2000 1999 1998 1997 1996
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(Dollars in thousands)
Real estate loans:
Residential 1-4 family (1) $511,324 67.82% $432,301 64.73% $421,766 73.58% $339,117 70.90% $293,366 71.11%
Residential construction (2) 147,139 19.51 110,710 16.58 54,391 9.49 32,828 6.86 33,158 8.04
Land 20,216 2.68 40,399 6.05 14,624 2.55 17,117 3.58 19,426 4.71
Multi-family (3) 10,501 1.39 5,845 0.88 8,392 1.46 8,800 1.84 8,096 1.96
Commercial (4) 37,255 4.94 58,492 8.76 46,118 8.04 59,220 12.38 37,815 9.17
Non-residential construction 8,170 1.08 - - 6,292 1.10 2,022 0.42 2,200 0.53
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Total real estate loans 734,605 97.42 647,747 97.00 551,583 96.22 459,104 95.98 394,061 95.52
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Non-real estate loans:
Consumer loans (5) 14,029 1.86 13,484 2.02 15,015 2.62 15,694 3.28 16,028 3.88
Commercial business 5,454 0.72 6,520 0.98 6,635 1.16 3,530 0.74 2,458 0.60
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Total non-real estate loans 19,483 2.58 20,004 3.00 21,650 3.78 19,224 4.02 18,486 4.48
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Total loans receivable 754,088 100.00% 667,751 100.00% 573,233 100.00% 478,328 100.00% 412,547 100.00%
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Less:
Undisbursed loan proceeds 60,874 56,948 33,202 24,163 20,765
Unearned discounts and
premiums and net
deferred fees and costs (1,955) (1,489) (1,333) (206) 200
Allowance for loan losses 3,875 3,923 3,160 2,662 2,542
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Total loans receivable net $691,294 $608,369 $538,204 $451,709 $389,040
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<FN>
(1) Includes participations or whole loans purchased of $49.8 million, $30.6
million, $44.7 million, $19.5 million, and $1.7 million, at December 31,
2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, and 1996, respectively.
(2) Includes construction loans for both single- and multi-family residential
properties.
(3) Includes participations of $505,000 at December 31, 1996.
(4) Includes participations of $115,000, $131,000, $146,000, $162,000, and
$190,000, at December 31, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, and 1996, respectively.
(5) Includes primarily home equity lines of credit, automobile loans, and loans
secured by savings deposits. At December 31, 2000, the disbursed portion of
home equity lines of credit totaled $9.2 million.
</FN>
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LOAN AND MORTGAGE-BACKED AND RELATED SECURITIES MATURITY AND REPRICING
SCHEDULE. The following table sets forth certain information as of December 31,
2000 regarding the dollar amount of loans, net of loans in process ("LIP"), and
MBS maturing in the Association's portfolio based on their contractual terms to
maturity. Demand loans, loans having no stated schedule of repayments and no
stated maturity, and overdrafts are reported as due in one year or less.
Adjustable- -rate loans are included in the period in which interest rates are
next scheduled to adjust rather than in which they contractually mature.
Fixed-rate loans are included in the period in which the final contractual
repayment is due. Fixed-rate MBS are assumed to mature in the period in which
the final contractual payment is due on the underlying mortgage.
Within 1 1-3 3-5 5-10 More Than
Year Years Years Years 10 Years Total
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(In thousands)
Real estate loans:
One- to four-family residential (1) $195,607 $138,145 $105,812 $ 80,058 $ 58,668 $578,290
Commercial, multi-family and land (1) 63,479 19,035 5,574 3,616 2,135 93,839
Consumer (excluding lines of credit) 2,790 2,369 517 213 - 5,889
Equity line of credit (2) 9,180 - - - - 9,180
Commercial business 4,609 761 308 338 - 6,016
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Total loans receivable (net of LIP) $275,665 $160,310 $112,211 $ 84,225 $ 60,803 $693,214
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Mortgage-backed and related securities $ 14,036 $ 12,473 $ 11,985 $ 22,680 $ 6,202 $ 67,376
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<FN>
(1) Includes construction loans.
(2) Adjustable-rate equity lines of credit reprice on a monthly basis.
</FN>
The following table sets forth at December 31, 2000, the dollar amount of
all fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans due after December 31, 2001 based on
either the repricing date or the contractual maturity as described above.
Fixed Adjustable Total
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(Dollars in thousands)
Real estate loans:
One- to four-family residential $259,901 $122,782 $382,683
Commercial, multi-family and land 21,353 9,007 30,360
Consumer and commercial business 4,506 - 4,506
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Total (net of LIP) $285,760 $131,789 $417,549
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Percentage of total loans (net of LIP) 41.22% 19.01% 60.23%
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Mortgage-backed and related securities $ 53,340 $ - $ 53,340
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ONE- TO FOUR-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE LOANS. The Association's
primary lending activity consists of the origination of one- to four-family,
owner-occupied, residential mortgage loans secured by properties located in its
market area. Such loans are generally underwritten in conformity with the
criteria established by Fannie Mae ("FNMA"), with the exception of loans
exceeding applicable FNMA dollar limits and loans purchased through the
Association's affiliation with a consortium of financial institutions which
provides loans to low and moderate income borrowers, as discussed below. The
Association generally does not originate one- to four-family residential loans
secured by properties outside of its market area although in recent periods it
has purchased a modest amount of single-family residential loans secured by
properties in the southeast United States and California. At December 31, 2000,
$511.3 million, or 67.8%, of the gross loan portfolio consisted of one- to
four-family residential mortgage loans. The weighted average contractual
maturity of one- to four-family residential mortgage loans at the time they are
originated is approximately 27 years. However, it has been the Association's
experience that the average length of time such loans remain outstanding is
approximately 5 years.
The Association currently offers one- to four-family residential mortgage
loans with terms typically ranging from 15 to 30 years, and with adjustable or
fixed interest rates. In addition, the Association offers hybrid residential
mortgage loans. These loans have a fixed-rate of interest during the first five
or seven years of the term of the loans. After this fixed-
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rate period expires, the loans convert to ARM loans with an annual interest rate
adjustment. This loan product allows the Association to offer a loan with a
relatively short period during which the interest rate is fixed but which
typically provides for an initial interest rate which is greater than could be
obtained on ARM loans originated in the local market. This loan product is
generally offered with a term of between l5 and 30 years. Originations of
fixed-rate mortgage loans, hybrid loans, and ARM loans are monitored on an
ongoing basis and are affected significantly by the level of market interest
rates, customer preference, the Association's asset/liability strategy, and loan
products offered by its competitors. In a rising interest rate environment,
which existed throughout 2000, borrowers typically prefer fixed-rate loans to
ARM loans. Nonetheless, the Association has continued to emphasize the
origination of ARM loan products. ARM loan originations totaled $144.4 million,
or 83.9%, of all one- to four-family loan originations during the year ended
December 31, 2000.
The Association currently offers ARM loans with an annual adjustment based
on changes in the weekly average yield on U.S. Treasury securities adjusted to a
constant maturity of one year ("Treasury Index") plus a margin, usually 287.5
basis points. Each ARM loan has an annual interest rate adjustment limitation of
200 basis points and a maximum lifetime adjustment of 600 basis points above the
initial rate. ARM loans are originated with initial rates below the fully
indexed rate, the amount of such discount varying depending upon market
conditions. Management determines whether a borrower qualifies for an ARM loan
based on the fully indexed rate of the ARM loan at the time the loan is
originated. Negative amortization of the ARM loans is not allowed. One- to
four-family residential ARM loans totaled $273.6 million at December 31, 2000.
The primary purpose of offering ARM loans is to make the loan portfolio
more interest rate sensitive. However, because the interest income earned on ARM
loans varies with prevailing interest rates, such loans do not offer as
consistently a predictable stream of interest income as compared to long-term,
fixed-rate loans. In addition, ARM loans have the potential for increased credit
risk associated with potentially higher monthly payments due from borrowers as
general market interest rates increase and the loan interest rate is adjusted
upward. It is possible, therefore, that during periods of rising interest rates,
the risk of default on ARM loans may increase due to the upward adjustment of
interest costs to the borrower. To offset this risk, loans are underwritten as
if the highest market rate the borrower would be capable of paying under the
terms of the loan was in effect.
Fixed-rate loans generally are originated and underwritten according to
standards that permit sale in the secondary mortgage market. Whether management
can or will sell fixed-rate loans in the secondary market, however, depends on a
number of factors including the yields and the terms of the loans, market
conditions, the Association's current interest rate sensitivity gap position and
Board of Director established limits. The Association has followed varying
policies with respect to retention in the portfolio of fixed-rate loans with
contractual terms in excess of 15 years. Its current policy is to limit
fixed-rate loans, including loans with 30 year terms, to a specified percentage
of total assets. The Association's fixed-rate mortgage loans are amortized on a
monthly basis with principal and interest due each month. One- to four-family
residential real estate loans often remain outstanding for significantly shorter
periods than their contractual terms because borrowers may refinance or prepay
loans at their option without prepayment penalties.
As an integral part of its community reinvestment activities, the
Association participates with other financial institutions in local consortiums.
These consortiums are committed to provide financing of one- to four-family
mortgage loans for low- and moderate-income borrowers. The consortiums
underwrite and package the loans. The loans are then either sold to the member
institutions on a whole loan basis or closed and funded directly by the member
institution. These loans are originated to borrowers within the Association's
market area and provide for either fixed or adjustable rates of interest. The
Association determines which loans it will purchase or fund directly after
conducting its own due diligence review of the loan package offered. The
Association closed approximately $675,000 in consortium loans during fiscal
2000. Management intends, subject to market conditions, to continue to
participate in consortiums of this nature in the future.
The Association also purchases single-family residential loans from other
sources, such as mortgage origination companies, or brokers, under the same
guidelines as described above. In addition, such loan purchases include a
contract between the mortgage origination company and the Association, which
contains an indemnification clause protecting the Association from loss
resulting from misrepresentations in the loan applications or other information
provided to the Association. During fiscal 2000, $57.1 million of such loans
were closed. Management intends, subject to market conditions, to continue
purchasing and/or closing such loans.
The Association may purchase participation interests or whole loans
secured by one- to four-family residences when funds available for lending
exceed the demand for residential loans in its local market or to facilitate
funding of large
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projects. At December 31, 2000, the loan portfolio included $49.8 million of
loan participations and whole loans secured by one- to four-family residences.
Purchases of such loans totaled $29.4 million during fiscal 2000.
The Association's fixed-rate one- to four-family residential first
mortgage loans customarily include due-on-sale clauses, which are provisions
giving the Association the right to declare a loan immediately due and payable
in the event, among other things, that the borrower sells or otherwise disposes
of the underlying real property serving as security for the loan. Due-on-sale
clauses are an important means of adjusting the rates on the fixed-rate mortgage
loan portfolio (and to a lesser extent ARM loans), and the Association has
generally exercised its rights under these clauses.
Regulations limit the amount that a savings association may lend relative
to the appraised value of the real estate securing the loan, as determined by an
appraisal at the time of loan origination. Appraisals are generally performed by
an independent outside appraiser. Such regulations permit a maximum
loan-to-value ratio of 95% for loans secured by residential property and 85% or
less for all other real estate loans. The Association's lending policies
generally limit the maximum loan-to-value ratio on both fixed-rate and ARM loans
without private mortgage insurance to 80% of the lesser of the appraised value
or the purchase price of the property which serves as collateral for the loan.
For one- to four-family real estate loans with loan-to-value ratios of between
80% and 95%, the borrower is generally required to obtain private mortgage
insurance. An origination fee of between 1% and 2% of the total loan amount on
all one- to four-family loans may be charged depending on the market conditions.
Fire and casualty insurance (and flood insurance if the property is within a
designated flood plain), as well as title insurance regarding good title, are
required on all properties securing real estate loans made by the Association.
CONSTRUCTION AND LAND LOANS. At December 31, 2000, $113.2 million, or
15.0%, of the gross loan portfolio consisted of one- to four-family residential
construction loans. Fixed- and adjustable-rate residential construction loans
are currently offered primarily for the construction of owner-occupied
single-family residences in the Association's market area to builders who have a
contract for sale of the property or to owners who have a contract for
construction. Advances are made as each phase of construction is completed and
verified by the Association. In addition, construction loans are also made to
builders for single-family residences held for sale. Such loans totaled $18.8
million at December 31, 2000. Construction loans for owner-occupied
single-family residences are generally structured to become permanent loans upon
completion of construction, and are originated with terms of up to 30 years with
an allowance of up to six months for construction during which period the
borrower makes interest-only payments. Construction loans to builders for
residences held for sale are generally originated for a term of up to one year
and provide for interest-only payments.
At December 31, 2000, the Association's largest real estate construction
loan was a $23.8 million line of credit, with disbursed funds of $16.0 million.
In order to comply with the Association's regulatory loans-to-one-borrower
limit, a $12.5 million participation interest in the line of credit was sold by
the Association to Bankshares. This acquisition and construction line of credit
is secured by single-family estate homes and condominiums located on the
Atlantic Ocean in Indian River County and is performing in accordance with its
terms.
Construction loans are also offered on multi-family and commercial real
estate property. At December 31, 2000, multi-family and commercial real estate
construction loans totaled $34.0 million, or 4.5%, and $8.2 million, or 1.1%, of
the gross loan portfolio, respectively.
In addition, loans are originated within the Association's market area
which are secured by individual unimproved or improved lots zoned primarily to
become single-family residences, as well as commercial and agricultural
properties. At December 31, 2000, land loans totaled $20.2 million, or 2.7%, of
the gross loan portfolio. Land loans are currently offered as either one-year
ARM loans or fixed-rate loans with terms of up to 15 years. The maximum
loan-to-value ratio for such land loans is 75%.
Adjustable-rate single-family construction and land loans are currently
offered at the Treasury Index plus a margin, usually between 287.5 and 400 basis
points. Adjustable-rate construction loans and land loans have an annual
interest rate cap of 200 basis points and a lifetime interest rate cap of either
500 or 600 basis points over the initial interest rate. Initial interest rates
may be below the fully indexed rate but the loan is underwritten at the fully
indexed rate.
Construction lending generally involves a greater degree of credit risk
than one- to four-family residential mortgage lending. Risk of loss on a
construction loan is dependent largely upon the accuracy of the initial estimate
of the property's value at completion of construction or development and the
estimated cost (including interest) of construction. During the construction
phase, a number of factors could result in delays and cost overruns. If the
estimate of value proves to be inaccurate, the Association may be confronted
with a completed project which has a value which is insufficient to
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assure full repayment. Loans made on lots carry the risk of adverse zoning
changes, environmental issues, or other restrictions on future use.
MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE LOANS. Loans secured by multi-family
real estate constituted approximately $10.5 million, or 1.4%, of the gross loan
portfolio at December 31, 2000. At December 31, 2000, a total of 51 loans were
secured by multi-family residential properties. Multi-family residential loans
are primarily secured by rental properties with between five and thirty-six
units. At December 31, 2000, substantially all multi-family residential loans
were secured by properties located within the Association's market area. At
December 31, 2000, multi-family residential loans had an average principal
balance of approximately $206,000. At such date, the largest multi-family
residential loan consisted of a commitment to disburse $8.5 million of which
$4.2 million had been extended. Such loan was performing in accordance with its
terms. Multi-family residential loans are currently only offered with adjustable
interest rates, although in the past, fixed-rate multi-family residential loans
also were originated. Multi-family residential loans typically have adjustable
interest rates tied to a market index and amortize over 20 to 25 years. An
origination fee of between 1% to 2% is usually charged on multi-family
residential loans. Multi-family residential loans are generally originated for
amounts up to 75% of the appraised value of the property securing the loan. The
initial interest rate on multi-family residential loans is currently priced
using the Treasury Index plus a margin, usually between 325 and 375 basis points
depending on the nature and size of the project. Originations of multi-family
loans have been limited in recent years due to the limited demand for such
projects in the Association's market area.
In its underwriting process, the Association reviews the ability of
expected net operating income generated by the real estate to support the debt
service, the age and condition of the collateral, the financial resources and
income level of the borrower, the borrower's experience in owning or managing
similar properties, and any financial reserves the borrower may have.
Loans secured by multi-family real estate generally involve a greater
degree of credit risk than one- to four-family residential mortgage loans and
may carry larger loan balances. This increased credit risk is a result of
several factors, including the concentration of principal in a limited number of
loans and borrowers, the effects of general economic conditions on income
producing properties, and the increased difficulty of evaluating and monitoring
these types of loans. Furthermore, the repayment of loans secured by
multi-family property is typically dependent upon the successful operation of
the related real estate property.
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE LOANS. Loans secured by commercial real estate
constituted approximately $37.3 million, or 4.9%, of the gross loan portfolio at
December 31, 2000. Commercial real estate loans are secured by improved property
such as offices, hotels, small business facilities, strip shopping centers,
warehouses, commercial land, and other non-residential buildings. At December
31, 2000, substantially all of the commercial real estate loans were secured by
properties located within the Association's market area. At December 31, 2000,
179 loans were secured by commercial real estate with an average principal
balance of approximately $208,000. Commercial real estate loans are currently
only offered with adjustable interest rates, although in the past the
Association originated fixed-rate commercial real estate loans. The terms of
each commercial real estate loan are negotiated on a case-by-case basis,
although such loans typically have adjustable interest rates tied to a market
index such as the prime rate plus a margin. An origination fee of up to 1% of
the principal balance of the loan is typically charged on commercial real estate
loans. Commercial real estate loans originated by the Association generally
amortize over 15 to 20 years and have a maximum loan-to-value ratio of 75%.
An experienced commercial lending manager, two commercial loan officers,
and a credit analyst are part of the Lending Division staff. During the year
ended December 31, 2000, $6.0 million of commercial real estate loans were
originated resulting in an aggregate total of such loans of $37.3 million. The
Association intends to continue to emphasize the origination of commercial real
estate and business loans to its commercial customers in the future due to the
favorable return earned by the Association on such loans. The Association's
ability to originate such loans is limited by intense competition for commercial
loans in its market area.
At December 31, 2000, the largest commercial real estate loan relationship
had an outstanding principal balance of $2.2 million, which is within the
Association's regulatory loans-to-one-borrower limit. The collateral for the
loan is two business parcels containing multiple retail stores, lumberyards, and
office buildings located in the Association's market area. The loan is currently
performing in accordance with its terms.
In underwriting commercial real estate loans, the same underwriting
standards and procedures are employed as are used in underwriting multi-family
real estate loans. Loans secured by commercial real estate generally involve a
higher degree of risk than one- to four-family residential mortgage loans and
carry larger loan balances. This increased credit risk
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is a result of several factors, including the concentration of principal in a
limited number of loans and borrowers, the effects of general economic
conditions on income producing properties, and the difficulty of evaluating and
monitoring these types of loans. Furthermore, the repayment of loans secured by
commercial real estate is typically dependent upon the successful operation of
the related real estate project. If the cash flow from the project is reduced,
the borrower's ability to repay the loan may be impaired.
CONSUMER LOANS. As of December 31, 2000, consumer loans totaled $14.0
million, or 1.9%, of the gross loan portfolio. The principal types of consumer
loans offered are home equity lines of credit, fixed-rate second mortgage loans,
automobile loans, mobile home loans, boat loans, recreational vehicle loans,
unsecured personal loans, and loans secured by deposit accounts. Home equity
lines of credit are offered on a variable-rate basis, predominately tied to the
Wall Street Journal prime rate. The collateral for these loans is the borrower's
principal residence. Other consumer loans are offered primarily on a fixed-rate
basis with maturities generally of five years or less. Consumer loans are
underwritten using the Association's customary lending standards. The
Association anticipates that its involvement in consumer lending will continue
but recognizes that local competition for consumer loans may limit the
Association's ability to significantly increase the total of its consumer loan
portfolio.
Consumer loans generally have shorter terms and higher interest rates than
traditional mortgage loans, but generally entail greater credit risk than do
residential mortgage loans, particularly in the case of consumer loans that are
unsecured or secured by assets that depreciate rapidly, such as automobiles,
mobile homes, boats, and recreational vehicles. In such cases, repossessed
collateral for a defaulted consumer loan may not provide an adequate source of
repayment for the outstanding loan and the remaining deficiency often does not
warrant further substantial collection efforts against the borrower. In
particular, amounts realizable on the sale of repossessed automobiles may be
significantly reduced based upon the condition of the automobiles and the
fluctuating demand for used automobiles.
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS LOANS. The Association currently offers commercial
business loans to finance small businesses in its market area. Commercial
business loans are primarily offered as a customer service to business account
holders. Such loans may include commercial lines of credit, loans on inventory,
equipment, receivables, or other collateral and unsecured loans. The Association
emphasizes its activities in the commercial business lending market as part of
its goal to increase commercial lending. Currently, competition in the
Association's market area makes it difficult to increase originations of such
loans. At December 31, 2000, the 110 commercial business loans outstanding had
an aggregate balance of $5.5 million and an average loan balance of
approximately $50,000. Commercial business loans originated during the year
ended December 31, 2000 totaled $6.7 million. Commercial business loans are
offered with both fixed- and adjustable-interest rates. Adjustable-rates on
commercial business loans are priced against the Wall Street Journal prime rate,
plus a margin. The loans are offered with terms of up to five years and are
underwritten using the Association's customary underwriting standards.
At December 31, 2000, the largest commercial business loan was a $2.5
million line of credit secured by accounts receivable, contract rights,
inventory, equipment, furniture and personal property. The line of credit did
not have an outstanding principal balance at December 31, 2000 and it is
currently performing in accordance with its terms.
Commercial business loans generally bear higher interest rates than
residential loans, but they also may involve a higher risk of default since
their repayment is generally dependent on the successful operation of the
borrower's business or are collateralized by property that may not provide an
adequate source of repayment. Personal guarantees from the borrower or a third
party are generally obtained as a condition to originating its commercial
business loans.
LOAN ORIGINATIONS, SOLICITATION, PROCESSING, COMMITMENTS, AND PURCHASES.
Loan originations are derived from a number of sources such as real estate
broker referrals, existing customers, developers, and walk-in customers. In the
case of a real estate loan, an independent appraiser approved by the Association
appraises the real estate intended to secure the proposed loan. Outside members
of the Board of Directors, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, the
President, certain other officers, and branch managers have been granted the
authority to approve loans in various amounts depending on the types of loans
involved. In addition, the Association has a Loan Committee, consisting of at
least one outside director and the President, the Division Director of Lending
and the New Loan Operations Manager. Larger loans must be approved by one or
more of such members of the Loan Committee depending on the size of the loan.
Loans in excess of $2.5 million may only be approved by any three members of the
Large Loan Committee. The members of the Large Loan Committee include five of
the outside directors, the President, the Division Director of Lending, and the
New Loan Operations Manager. At December 31, 2000, commitments to originate
loans, excluding the undisbursed portion of loans in process, totaled $6.9
million.
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If the loan is approved, the commitment letter specifies the terms and
conditions of the proposed loan including the amount of the loan, interest rate,
amortization term, a brief description of the required collateral, and required
insurance coverage. Fire and casualty insurance is required at the time the loan
is made and throughout the term of the loan, and upon request of the
Association, flood insurance may be required. Title insurance is required on all
loans secured by real property.
In addition to originations, the Association also purchases loans secured
by one- to four-family residences from consortiums, mortgage origination
companies, or brokers, as previously discussed in "One- to Four-Family
Residential Real Estate Loans." The Association may also purchase participation
loans when funds available for lending exceed the demand for loans in its local
market or to facilitate funding of larger projects. All of such purchased loans,
which totaled $49.8 million at December 31, 2000, are secured by residential
real estate loans. Substantially all of such loans are whole loans; however,
participation interests account for approximately $4.9 million of the $49.8
million.
ORIGINATION, PURCHASE AND SALE OF LOANS. The table below shows the loan
origination, purchase and sales activity for the periods indicated.
Year Ended December 31,
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2000 1999 1998
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(In thousands)
Loans receivable, net at beginning of period $ 608,369 $ 538,204 $ 451,709
Originations:
Real estate loans:
One- to four-family residential (1) 172,106 150,951 169,636
Land 11,073 31,431 3,996
Multi-family (1) 3,808 15,000 283
Commercial (1) 6,000 26,098 11,347
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Total real estate loans 192,987 223,480 185,262
Non-real estate loans:
Consumer 3,999 2,858 4,760
Commercial business 6,724 1,909 6,220
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Total originations 203,710 228,247 196,242
Transfer of mortgage loans to
foreclosed real estate (614) (656) (713)
Loans and participations purchased (2) (3) 37,738 6,066 38,354
Repayments (141,559) (133,212) (139,635)
Loans and participations sold (2) (3) (12,500) (6,000) -
Decrease (increase) in allowance for loan losses 48 (763) (498)
Decrease in amortization of unearned discounts
and premiums and net deferred fees and costs 466 156 1,127
Increase in loans in process (3,926) (23,746) (9,038)
Change in other (438) 73 656
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Net loan activity 82,925 70,165 86,495
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Total loans receivable, net at end of period $ 691,294 $ 608,369 $ 538,204
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<FN>
(l) Includes loans to finance the construction of one- to four-family
residential properties, and loans originated for sale in the secondary
market.
(2) Includes a $6.0 million participation interest in a $21.0 million land loan
sold by the Association to Bankshares in 1999 in order to comply with the
loans-to-one borrower regulation.
(3) Includes a $12.5 million participation in a $16.0 million construction loan
secured by 36 condominium units sold by the Association to Bankshares in
2000 in order to comply with the loans-to-one borrower regulation.
</FN>
LOAN ORIGINATION FEES AND OTHER INCOME. In addition to interest earned on
loans, the Association may receive loan origination fees. To the extent that
loans are originated or acquired for its portfolio, Statement of Financial
Accounting Standards No. 91, "Accounting for Nonrefundable Fees and Costs
Associated with Originating or Acquiring Loans and Initial Direct Costs of
Leases" ("SFAS No. 91") requires that loan origination fees and costs be
deferred and amortized as an adjustment of yield over the life of the loan by
using the level yield method. ARM loans originated below the fully-indexed
interest rate will have a substantial portion of the deferred amount recognized
as income in the initial adjustment period. Fees and costs deferred under SFAS
No. 91 are recognized into income immediately upon the prepayment or the
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sale of the related loan. At December 31, 2000, unearned discounts and premiums,
and deferred loan origination fees and costs totaled $2.0 million. Loan
origination fees vary with the volume and type of loans and commitments made and
purchased, principal repayments, and competitive conditions in the mortgage
markets which, in turn, respond to the demand and availability of funds.
In addition to loan origination fees, the Association also receives
servicing income and other fees that consist primarily of servicing fees, late
charges, and other miscellaneous fees. Such fees totaled $237,000, $387,000, and
$198,000 for the years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998, respectively.
LOAN SERVICING. Although the Association primarily originates loans for
its own portfolio, it also has sold fixed-rate loans to Freddie Mac ("FHLMC")
and to FNMA. At December 31, 2000, the unpaid principal balances of loans sold
totaled approximately $9.2 million. The Association services such loans,
receiving a fee of between 0.25% and 0.375% per loan. The Association does not
purchase loan servicing from other sources.
LOANS-TO-ONE BORROWER. Savings and loan associations are subject to the
same loans-to-one borrower limits as those applicable to national banks. Under
current regulations, loans to one borrower are restricted to an amount equal to
15% of the Association's unimpaired capital and unimpaired surplus on an
unsecured basis, and an additional amount equal to 10% of unimpaired capital and
unimpaired surplus if the loan is secured by readily marketable collateral
(generally, financial instruments and bullion, but not real estate). This 15%
limitation resulted in a dollar limitation of approximately $12.8 million at
December 31, 2000. The Association was in compliance with the regulation at
December 31, 2000.
The following table presents the five largest lending relationships at December
31, 2000:
At December 31, 2000
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Total of loans Amount disbursed
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Description of collateral: (In thousands)
Seven loans which include construction loans to build single-family
homes, acquisition and development loans to build a mixed use project
including commercial and single-family homes and
secured lines of credit $ 9,825 $ 6,191
Three loans which include an acquisition and construction loan to build
single-family condominiums, a lot loan and a commercial real estate
loan secured by an auto service facility (1) 24,473 16,646
Four construction loans to build single-family homes 10,893 6,171
Five acquisition and development loans to build multi-family homes and
two commercial buildings 9,963 6,302
One participation interest in a $52.0 million construction loan to build
two condominium buildings 8,500 4,231
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<FN>
(1) Included in the $16.6 million disbursed at December 31, 2000, is a $12.5
million participation interest sold by the Association to Bankshares in
2000 in order to comply with the loans-to-one borrower regulation.
</FN>
At December 31, 2000, all of the aforementioned loans were performing in
accordance with their terms.
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ASSET QUALITY
DELINQUENCIES. The Association's collection procedures provide that when a
loan is 15 days past due, a computer-generated late charge notice is sent to the
borrower requesting payment. If the delinquency continues at 30 days, a
delinquent notice is sent and personal contact efforts are attempted, either in
person or by telephone. Also, plans to arrange a repayment plan are made at this
point. If a loan becomes 60 days past due and no progress has been made in
resolving the delinquency, a 10-day demand letter is sent and personal contact
again is attempted. The loan also becomes subject to possible legal action if
suitable arrangements to repay have not been made. In addition, the borrower is
advised that he or she may obtain access to consumer counseling services, to the
extent required by regulations of the Department of Housing and Urban
Development ("HUD"). When a loan continues in a delinquent status for 90 days or
more, and a repayment schedule has not been made or kept by the borrower,
generally a notice of intent to foreclose is sent to the borrower, giving the
borrower 10 days to repay all outstanding interest and principal. If the
delinquency is not cured, foreclosure proceedings are initiated.
DELINQUENT LOANS. Loans are reviewed on a regular basis and are placed on
a non-accrual status when, in the opinion of management, the collection of
additional interest is doubtful. In addition, loans are placed on non-accrual
status when either principal or interest is 90 days or more past due, or if less
than 90 days, in the event that the loan has been referred to the Association's
legal counsel for foreclosure. Interest accrued and unpaid at the time a loan is
placed on a non-accrual status is charged against interest income.
The following table sets forth information with respect to loans past due
60 to 89 days in the loan portfolio at the dates indicated.
At December 31,
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2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
(In thousands)
Loans past due 60-89 days:
One- to four-family residential $701 $426 $695
Commercial and multi-family real estate - - -
Consumer and commercial business 17 - 100
Land 3 - -
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Total loans past due 60-89 days $721 $426 $795
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NON-PERFORMING ASSETS. At December 31, 2000, non-performing assets
(non-performing loans and real estate owned ("REO")) totaled $3.5 million, and
the ratio of non-performing assets to total assets was 0.36%. Real estate
acquired by the Association through foreclosure or by deed in lieu of
foreclosure is classified as substandard until such time as it is sold. REO is
recorded at cost which is the estimated fair value of the property at the time
the loan is foreclosed. Prior to foreclosure, these properties are carried at
fair value less estimated costs to sell.
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The following table sets forth information regarding non-accrual loans
delinquent 90 days or more, and real estate acquired or deemed acquired by
foreclosure at the dates indicated. When a loan is delinquent 90 days or more,
all accrued interest thereon is fully reserved and the loan ceases to accrue
interest thereafter. For all the dates indicated, there were no material
restructured loans within the meaning of SFAS No. 15 (as amended by SFAS No.
121).
At December 31,
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2000 1999 1998 1997 1996
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(Dollars in thousands)
Non-performing loans:
One- to four-family residential (1) $2,888 $1,015 $1,537 $1,289 $1,524
Commercial and multi-family real estate - 5 52 - -
Consumer and commercial business loans 8 12 67 55 107
Land 420 7 12 35 -
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Total non-performing loans 3,316 1,039 1,668 1,379 1,631
REO 170 494 522 592 1,455
Other repossessed assets - - 22 - -
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Total non-performing assets (2) $3,486 $1,533 $2,212 $1,971 $3,086
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Total non-performing loans to net loans receivable 0.47% 0.17% 0.31% 0.31% 0.42%
Total non-performing loans to total assets 0.36 0.12 0.20 0.19 0.25
Total non-performing assets to total assets 0.36 0.17 0.26 0.27 0.47
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<FN>
(1) At December 31, 2000 , includes two loans totaling $2.3 million for golf
course villa construction as described below.
(2) Net of specific valuation allowances.
</FN>
The largest non-performing asset at December 31, 2000 consisted of two
loans totaling $2.3 million to a local builder for the construction of 78 golf
course villas. Scheduled interest became delinquent when slower than expected
sales reduced the project's cash flows. At the present time, management does not
anticipate incurring any loss of principal on these loans.
During the year ended December 31, 2000, gross interest income of $249,000
would have been recorded on non-performing loans accounted for on a non-accrual
basis if the loans had been current throughout the period. No interest income on
non-accrual loans was included in income during such period.
The following table sets forth information regarding delinquent loans,
REO, and loans to facilitate the sale of REO at December 31, 2000.
At December 31, 2000
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Balance Number
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(Dollars in thousands)
Residential real estate:
Loans 60 to 89 days delinquent $ 701 15
Loans more than 89 days delinquent 2,888 13
Commercial and multi-family real estate:
Loans 60 to 89 days delinquent - -
Loans more than 89 days delinquent - -
Consumer and commercial business:
Loans 60 to 89 days delinquent 17 3
Loans more than 89 days delinquent 8 3
Land:
Loans 60 to 89 days delinquent 3 1
Loans more than 89 days delinquent 420 2
REO 170 3
Other repossessed assets - -
Loans to facilitate sale of REO 229 4
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Total $4,436 44
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CLASSIFICATION OF ASSETS. Federal regulations provide for the
classification of loans and other assets such as debt and equity securities
considered by OTS to be of lesser quality as substandard, doubtful, or loss
assets. An asset is considered substandard if it is inadequately protected by
the current net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral
pledged, if any. Substandard assets include those characterized by the distinct
possibility that the savings institution will sustain some loss if the
deficiencies are not corrected. Assets classified as doubtful have all of the
weaknesses inherent in those classified substandard, with the added
characteristic that the weaknesses present make collection or liquidation in
full, on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions, and values, highly
questionable and improbable. Assets classified as loss are those considered
uncollectible and of such little value that their continuance as assets without
the establishment of a specific loss reserve is not warranted. Assets that do
not expose the savings institution to risk sufficient to warrant classification
in one of the aforementioned categories, but which possess some weaknesses, are
required to be designated special mention by management.
When a savings institution classifies problem assets as either substandard
or doubtful, it is required to establish general allowances for loan losses in
an amount deemed prudent by management. General allowances represent loss
allowances that have been established to recognize the inherent risk associated
with lending activities, but which, unlike specific allowances, have not been
allocated to particular problem assets. When a savings institution classifies
problem assets as loss, it is required either to establish a specific allowance
for losses equal to 100% of the amount of the assets so classified, or to charge
off such amount. A savings institution's determination as to the classification
of its assets and the amount of its valuation allowances is subject to review by
the OTS, which can order the establishment of additional general or specific
loss allowances. Problem loans in the portfolio are regularly reviewed to
determine whether any of such loans require classification in accordance with
applicable regulations.
The following table sets forth the aggregate amount of the Association's
classified assets at the dates indicated.
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At December 31,
2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
(In thousands)
Substandard assets (1) $3,808 $3,052 $3,056
Doubtful assets - - -
Loss assets 2 6 291
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Total classified assets $3,810 $3,058 $3,347
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(1) Includes three loans aggregating $1.1 million which were performing
according to their terms at December 31, 1999, but which management
classified as substandard due to doubts about the future collectibility of
such loans. Subsequent to December 31, 1999, two of these loans were paid
off by the borrower. During 2000, the Association foreclosed on the
property securing the third loan. The fair market value of $61,000 is
included in REO at December 31, 2000. The property was sold for a loss by
the Association during February 2000.
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ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES. Management's policy is to provide for estimated
losses on the loan portfolio based on management's evaluation of losses inherent
in the loan portfolio that may be incurred. Provisions for losses, which
increase the allowances for loan losses, are established by charges to income.
Such allowances represent the amounts which, in management's judgment, are
adequate to absorb charge-offs of existing loans which may become uncollectible.
The adequacy of the allowance is determined by management's monthly evaluation
of the loan portfolio and related collateral, in light of past loss experience,
the volume and type of lending engaged in by the Association, present economic
conditions and other factors considered relevant by management.
Management continues to review the entire loan portfolio to determine the
extent, if any, to which further additional loan loss provisions may be deemed
necessary. Management believes that the current allowance for loan losses is
adequate, however, there can be no assurance that the allowance for loan losses
will be adequate to cover losses that may in fact be realized in the future or
that additional provisions for loan losses will not be required.
ANALYSIS OF THE ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES. The following table sets forth
the analysis of the allowance for loan losses for the periods indicated.
At December 31,
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2000 1999 1998 1997 1996
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(Dollars in thousands)
Total loans receivable, net $ 691,294 $ 608,369 $ 538,204 $ 451,709 $ 389,040
========= ========= ========= ========= =========
Average loans outstanding for the period $ 648,315 $ 577,603 $ 510,491 $ 411,098 $ 383,258
========= ========= ========= ========= =========
Allowance balance (at beginning of period) 3,923 $ 3,160 $ 2,662 $ 2,542 $ 2,312
Provision for losses 376 905 622 264 243
Recoveries - 4 252 - -
Charge-offs:
Real estate loans (393) (17) (376) (143) (13)
Consumer and commercial business loans (31) (129) - (1) -
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Allowance balance (at end of period) $ 3,875 $ 3,923 $ 3,160 $ 2,662 $ 2,542
========= ========= ========= ========= =========
Allowance for loan losses as a percent
of loans receivable at end of period 0.56 0.64 0.58 0.59 0.65
Net loans charged off as a percent of
Average loans outstanding 0.07 0.02 0.02 0.04 -
Ratio of allowance for loan losses to
non-performing loans at end of period (1) 116.86 377.57 189.45 193.04 155.86
Ratio of allowance for loan losses to
non-performing assets at end of period (1) 111.15 255.90 142.86 135.06 82.37
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<FN>
(1) Net of specific reserves.
</FN>
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ALLOCATION OF ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES. The following table sets forth
the allocation of allowance for loan losses by loan category for the periods
indicated. Management believes that the allowance can be allocated by category
only on an approximate basis. The allocation of the allowance by category is not
necessarily indicative of future losses and does not restrict the use of the
allowance to absorb losses incurred in any category.
At December 31,
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2000 1999 1998 1997 1996
------------------- ------------------- ------------------- ------------------- -------------------
% of Loans % of Loans % of Loans % of Loans % of Loans
In Each In Each In Each In Each In Each
Category to Category to Category to Category to Category to
Total Total Total Total Total
Amount Loans (1) Amount Loans (1) Amount Loans (1) Amount Loans (1) Amount Loans
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(Dollars in thousands)
Balance at end of period
applicable to:
One- to four-family
residential (2) $2,075 82.82% $2,073 81.31% $1,540 84.16% $1,042 78.18% $1,037 79.68%
Land 650 2.68 650 6.05 650 2.55 650 3.58 630 4.71
Multi-family residential 300 5.90 300 0.88 300 1.46 300 1.84 300 1.96
Commercial real estate (2) 650 6.02 700 8.76 550 8.05 550 12.38 500 9.17
Consumer and commercial
business 200 2.58 200 3.00 120 3.78 120 4.02 75 4.48
------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
Total allowance for loan losses $3,875 100.00% $3,923 100.00% $3,160 100.00% $2,662 100.00% $2,542 100.00%
====== ====== ====== ====== ====== ====== ====== ====== ====== ======
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<FN>
(1) Percentages do not reflect adjustments for undisbursed loan proceeds,
unearned discounts, net deferred fees, and the allowance for loan losses.
(2) Includes construction loans for such properties.
</FN>
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SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
The Association's primary focus is the origination of loans. However,
during past periods when mortgage loan demand was moderate and the Association
had de-emphasized the origination of fixed-rate loans, management invested
excess liquidity in investment securities, including mutual funds, and in MBS
rather than purchasing whole loans or loan participations. At December 31, 2000,
the Association's securities portfolio including interest-earning deposits at
the FHLB totaled $191.4 million or 19.9% of total assets. Such securities are
subject to classification based on the intentions of management. Securities
purchased for the portfolio are classified as either held to maturity or as
available for sale. The Association has no securities classified as trading.
The Association maintains an Investment Committee which meets on a monthly
basis to review the securities portfolio and make recommendations to be carried
out by management. Members of the Investment Committee consist of the
Association's Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Senior Vice
President of Lending. All investments owned by the Association must be rated BBB
or higher by a recognized rating service. In the event that a security rating
falls below BBB, that security is considered for adverse classification by the
investment committee. The December 31, 2000 held to maturity securities included
a mortgage-backed security with a book value of $1.8 million whose rating had
fallen to B and was included on the Association's watch list.
Investments purchased are comprised primarily of United States Government
and agency obligations, mutual funds that invest in mortgage-backed securities
and government and agency obligations, MBS, corporate debt securities,
interest-earning deposits at the FHLB, and FHLB stock. Some of such investments
allow the issuer to call the securities at predetermined times during the life
of the security. There were no calls during the year ended December 31, 2000.
Principal repayments on amortizing securities totaled $11.2 million during 2000
as compared to $29.5 million during 1999. The repayments are a general
reflection of higher market rates of interest which cause certain securities to
pay off more slowly.
The Association was previously required under federal regulations to
maintain a minimum amount of liquid assets invested in specified short-term
securities and certain other investments. The Association generally maintained a
portfolio of liquid assets that exceeded regulatory requirements. Liquidity
levels were increased or decreased depending upon the yields on investment
alternatives and upon management's judgment as to the attractiveness of the
yields then available in relation to other opportunities and its expectation of
the level of yield that would be available in the future, as well as
management's projections as to the short term demand for funds to be used in
loan origination and other activities. While the liquidity regulation has been
discontinued by the OTS for 2001, liquidity levels will continue to be monitored
by Association management on a regular schedule. For further information
regarding the securities portfolio see Notes 1, 2 and 3 to the Notes to
Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Bankshares' Annual Report to
Shareholders for the Year Ended December 31, 2000 (the "Annual Report") attached
hereto as Exhibit 13.
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SECURITIES PORTFOLIO MATURITIES. The following table sets forth the
scheduled maturities, carrying values, market values and average yields for the
securities portfolio at December 31, 2000.
At December 31, 2000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
One Year or Less One to Five Years Five to Ten Years
--------------------- ---------------------- ---------------------
Annualized Annualized Annualized
Weighted Weighted Weighted
Carrying Average Carrying Average Carrying Average
Value Yield Value Yield Value Yield
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- -------
Securities held to maturity:
United States Government
and agency obligations $ - -% $ 15,550 11.37% $ 657 9.30%
Corporate debt issues - - - - 5,463 5.71
Securities 289 7.79 99 8.12 - -
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- -------
Total securities held to maturity 289 7.79 15,649 11.35 6,120 6.09
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- -------
Securities available for sale:
United States Government
and agency obligations 7,477 5.63 26,764 5.82 - -
Equity securities 60 0.75 - - - -
Mutual funds 35,237 6.65 - - - -
Corporate debt issues 228 0.00 - - - -
Mortgage-backed and related
securities - - 6 13.40 - -
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- -------
Total securities available for sale 43,003 6.43 26,770 5.83 - -
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- -------
Total securities portfolio $ 43,292 6.39% $ 42,419 7.86% $ 6,120 6.09%
======== ======= ======== ======== ======== =======
At December 31, 2000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
More than Ten Years
--------------------- Total
Annualized --------------------- Annualized
Weighted Average Weighted
Carrying Average Carrying Market Life in Average
Value Yield Value Value Years Yield
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Securities held to maturity:
United States Government
and agency obligations $ - -% $ 16,207 $ 18,776 2.90 11.29%
Corporate debt issues - - 5,463 5,667 8.75 5.71
Securities 11,967 7.30 12,355 12,293 17.63 7.32
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Total securities held to maturity 11,967 7.30 34,025 36,736 8.51 8.95
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Securities available for sale:
United States Government
and agency obligations - - 34,241 34,241 1.95 5.78
Equity securities - - 60 60 - 0.75
Mutual funds - - 35,237 35,237 - 6.65
Corporate debt issues 6,630 8.59 6,858 6,858 20.89 8.31
Mortgage-backed and related
securities 55,016 6.99 55,022 55,022 27.22 6.99
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Total securities available for sale 61,646 7.16 131,418 131,418 - 6.22
-------- ------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Total securities portfolio $ 73,613 7.19% $165,443 $168,154 - 6.78%
======== ======= ======== ======== ======== ========
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MORTGAGE-BACKED AND RELATED SECURITIES. The Association invests in MBS
which are included in the securities portfolio and are classified as either
available for sale or held to maturity. At December 31, 2000, net MBS totaled
$67.4 million, or 7.0%, of total assets. Of this amount, $12.4 million and $55.0
million were classified as held to maturity and available for sale,
respectively. At December 31, 2000, the market value of the net MBS portfolio
totaled approximately $67.3 million. Management primarily invests in fixed-rate
MBS with weighted average lives of five to seven years. Management believes that
investing in short-term MBS allows for better management of the Association's
exposure to fluctuations in interest rates. During fiscal year 2000, $635,000 of
MBS were purchased, using funds provided by public funds deposits, odd-term
certificates of deposit and FHLB advances.
Collateralized mortgage obligations ("CMOs") are typically issued by a
special-purpose entity (in the Association's case, private issuers or government
agencies), which may be organized in a variety of legal forms, such as a trust,
a corporation, or a partnership. The entity aggregates pools of pass-through
securities, which are used to collateralize the CMO. Once combined, the cash
flows are divided into "tranches" or "classes" of individual bonds, thereby
creating more predictable average durations for each bond than the underlying
pass-through pools. Accordingly, under the CMO structure, all principal paydowns
from the various mortgage pools are allocated to a CMO's first class until it
has been paid off, then to a second class until such class has been paid off,
and then to the following classes in order of priority. Substantially all of the
CMOs held in the securities portfolio consist of senior sequential tranches,
primarily investments in one of the first three tranches of the CMO. By
purchasing senior sequential tranches, management is attempting to ensure the
cash flow associated with such an investment. Generally, such tranches have
stated maturities ranging from 6.5 years to 30 years; however, because of
prepayments, the expected weighted average life of these securities is less than
the stated maturities. While non-agency private issues are somewhat less liquid
than CMOs issued or guaranteed by Government National Mortgage Association
("GNMA"), FNMA or FHLMC, they generally have a higher yield than agency insured
or guaranteed CMOs, such higher yield reflecting in part the lack of such
guarantee or protection.
SECURITIES HELD TO MATURITY. At December 31, 2000, investment securities
held to maturity totaled $34.0 million and included United States Government and
agency obligations totaling $16.2 million, MBS totaling $12.4 million and
corporate debt issues totaling $5.4 million.
The following tables set forth the carrying value of, and activity in the
securities held to maturity at the dates indicated. At December 31, 2000, the
aggregate market value of the securities was approximately $36.7 million.
At December 31,
----------------------------------------------------------------------
2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
Amount % Amount % Amount %
------- ------ ------- ------ ------- ------
(Dollars in thousands)
Securities:
US Government and agency obligations $16,207 47.63% $14,564 37.53% $13,088 24.87%
Corporate debt issues 5,463 16.06 5,944 15.32 7,135 13.56
Mortgage-backed and related securities:
FHLMCs 2,010 5.91 3,763 9.70 5,245 9.97
FNMAs 1,208 3.55 1,706 4.40 2,504 4.76
GNMAs 682 2.00 853 2.20 1,269 2.41
CMOs and related 8,357 24.56 11,831 30.49 23,190 44.07
Agency for International Development
("AID") loans 98 0.29 141 0.36 188 0.36
------- ------ ------- ------ ------- ------
Total mortgage-backed and
related securities 12,355 36.31 18,294 47.15 32,396 61.57
------- ------ ------- ------ ------- ------
Total securities held to maturity $34,025 100.00% $38,802 100.00% $52,619 100.00%
======= ====== ======= ====== ======= ======
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Year Ended December 31,
------------------------------------
2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
(In thousands)
Securities held to maturity
Balance, beginning of period $ 38,802 $ 52,619 $ 67,801
Purchases 2 - -
Calls - - (1,427)
Sales - - -
Maturities - - (3,386)
Repayments (6,469) (14,723) (12,067)
Discount and premium amortization 1,690 1,457 1,523
Transfer to available for sale - (413) -
Write down of impaired security - (138) -
Gain on calls - - 175
-------- -------- --------
Balance, end of period $ 34,025 $ 38,802 $ 52,619
======== ======== ========
SECURITIES AVAILABLE FOR SALE. Securities available for sale are carried
on the books at fair value as required by FASB No. 115 and totaled $131.4
million at December 31, 2000. Included in securities available for sale are
equity securities totaling $60,000, mutual funds totaling $35.2 million, United
States Government and agency obligations totaling $34.2 million, corporate debt
issues totaling $6.9 million and MBS totaling $55.0 million.
Mutual fund investments include mutual funds that invest primarily in
mortgage-backed securities and government and agency securities, and are
classified as available for sale for accounting purposes. The mutual funds which
invest in mortgage-backed securities have characteristics similar to the MBS in
which they invest. Mutual fund investments include approximately $34.9 million
in funds which invest in adjustable-rate mortgage-backed securities issued by
FNMA, FHLMC and GNMA, as well as CMOs and real estate mortgage investment
conduits and other securities collateralized by or representing interests in
real estate mortgages.
The following tables set forth the carrying value of, and activity in, the
securities available for sale at the dates indicated.
At December 31,
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
Amount % Amount % Amount %
-------- ------ -------- ------ -------- ------
(Dollars in thousands)
Equity securities:
FNMA stock $ 35 0.03% $ 25 0.02% $ 30 0.03%
Independent Bankers Bank of Florida 25 0.02 25 0.02 - -
U. S. Government and agency
obligations 34,241 26.06 33,479 23.11 10,072 10.59
Mutual funds 35,237 26.81 49,845 34.41 40,387 42.44
Corporate debt issues 6,859 5.22 4,866 3.36 - -
Mortgage-backed and related securities:
United States agency pass-thru
certificates 43,228 32.89 44,309 30.59 19,790 20.80
CMOs 11,793 8.97 12,291 8.49 24,872 26.14
-------- ------ -------- ------ -------- ------
Total securities available for sale $131,418 100.00% $144,840 100.00% $ 95,151 100.00%
======== ====== ======== ====== ======== ======
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Year Ended December 31,
-------------------------------------
2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
(In thousands)
Securities available for sale:
Balance, beginning of period $ 140,840 $ 95,151 $ 142,269
Purchases 2,632 73,314 25,086
Transfer from held to maturity - 413 -
Calls - (5,000) (40,323)
Sales (15,000) - -
Maturities - - -
Repayments (4,768) (14,802) (31,955)
Write-down of impaired security (138) - -
Discount and premium amortization 92 116 323
(Gain) loss on sales and calls (75) - -
Increase (decrease) in market value 3,835 (4,352) (249)
--------- --------- ---------
Balance, end of period $ 131,418 $ 144,840 $ 95,151
========= ========= =========
Included in corporate debt issues at December 31, 2000 and 1999 are two
asset-backed securities issued by the Auto Bonds Receivable Corporation (the
"Auto Bonds"), which were purchased during fiscal year 1994, and are secured by
automobile loan receivables. At December 31, 1999, the Auto Bonds were in
default with materially reduced payments occurring. Consequently, management
determined that the decline in fair value on the Association's investment in the
Auto Bonds was other than temporary, resulting in a write down of $138,000 and a
reclassification from held to maturity to available for sale, resulting in a
balance of $413,000. During fiscal year 2000, management recorded an additional
write down of $138,000, resulting in a balance of $254,000 at December 31, 2000.
The trustee for the Auto Bonds brought suit against the risk default insurance
carrier to require payment of the principal balance and accrued interest on
these bonds. Management cannot be certain as to the outcome of such litigation.
INTEREST-EARNING DEPOSITS AND FHLB OF ATLANTA STOCK. On a daily basis,
management primarily invests excess funds in an interest-earning overnight
account at the FHLB of Atlanta. The balance of this account was $26.0 million at
December 31, 2000. In addition, interest-earning deposits totaling $1.3 million
were held in other financial institutions at December 31, 2000. Such funds are
available to provide liquidity to meet lending requirements and daily
operations.
The Association is required to purchase and maintain FHLB of Atlanta stock
based on the Association's asset size and its outstanding total of FHLB
advances. FHLB of Atlanta stock is not readily marketable as it is not traded on
a registered security exchange.
The following table sets forth the carrying value of interest-earning
deposits and FHLB of Atlanta stock at the dates indicated.
At December 31,
--------------------------------------------
2000 1999 1998 1997
---- ---- ---- ----
(In thousands)
Interest earning deposits:
FHLB-Atlanta $ 25,962 $ 21,422 $100,332 $ 13,621
Other deposits 1,312 1,760 1,378 -
-------- -------- -------- --------
Total interest-earning deposits $ 27,274 $ 23,182 $101,710 $ 13,621
======== ======== ======== ========
FHLB stock $ 8,063 $ 7,009 $ 4,722 $ 3,264
======== ======== ======== ========
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SOURCES OF FUNDS
GENERAL. Deposits are the major source of funds for lending and other
investment purposes. In addition to deposits, funds are derived from the
amortization and prepayment of loans and mortgage-backed and related securities,
the maturity of investment securities, operations and, if needed, advances from
the FHLB. Scheduled loan principal repayments are a relatively stable source of
funds, while deposit inflows and outflows and loan prepayments are influenced
significantly by general interest rates and market conditions. Borrowings may be
used on a short-term basis to compensate for reductions in the availability of
funds from other sources or on a longer term basis for general business
purposes. Although the Association periodically reviews the features and terms
of its deposit products, the Association does not intend to materially change
any of the deposit products or services it currently offers.
DEPOSITS. Consumer and commercial deposits are attracted principally from
within the Association's market area through the offering of a broad selection
of deposit instruments including non-interest-bearing demand accounts, NOW
accounts, passbook savings, money market deposit accounts, term certificate
accounts and individual retirement accounts. While deposits of $100,000 or more
are accepted, premium rates for such deposits are not currently offered. Deposit
account terms vary according to the minimum balance required, the period of time
during which the funds must remain on deposit, and the interest rate, among
other factors. A committee consisting of the Association's President and
management representing the operations, accounting, lending and marketing
functions meets weekly to evaluate the internal cost of funds, survey rates
offered by competing institutions, review the Association's cash flow
requirements for lending and liquidity and the amount of certificates of deposit
maturing in the upcoming weeks. This committee executes rate changes when deemed
appropriate. Funds are not obtained through brokers, nor are funds solicited
outside the Association's market area.
The following table sets forth information regarding interest rates,
terms, minimum amounts, and balances of deposits as of December 31, 2000.
Weighted Percentage
Average Minimum Minimum of Total
Interest Rate Term Checking and Savings Deposits (1) Amount Balances Deposits
- ------------- ---- --------------------------------- ------ -------- --------
(Dollars in thousands)
0.00% None Non-interest-bearing accounts None $ 44,662 6.56%
0.75 None NOW accounts $ 100 79,110 11.62
1.73 None Passbook accounts 100 34,506 5.07
3.48 None Money market deposit accounts 1,000 91,214 13.38
--------- --------
Total checking and savings deposits 249,492 36.63
--------- --------
Certificates of Deposit (1)
---------------------------
5.59 1 - 5 months Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 13,526 3.13
5.46 6-11 months Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 52,109 12.07
6.45 12-17 months Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 285,336 66.11
5.45 24-30 months Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 15,534 3.60
5.58 36-47 months Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 7,090 1.64
5.89 48-59 months Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 1,655 0.38
6.24 Over 60 months Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 54,689 12.67
1.73 Various Fixed term, fixed-rate 1,000 272 0.06
5.83 Various Negotiated Jumbo 100,000 1,366 0.32
--------- --------
6.22 Total certificates of deposit 431,577 63.37
--------- --------
4.58 Total deposits $ 681,069 100.00%
========= ========
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<FN>
(1) IRA and KEOGH accounts are generally offered throughout all terms stated
above with aggregate balances of $55.6 million and $995,000, respectively,
at December 31, 2000.
</FN>
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The following table sets forth the change in dollar amount in the various
types of savings accounts offered between the dates indicated:
Balance Percent Incr. Balance Percent Incr. Balance Percent Incr.
at of (Decr.) at of (Decr.) at of (Decr.)
From From From
------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------
12/31/00 Deposits 12/31/99 12/31/99 Deposits 12/31/98 12/31/98 Deposits 12/31/97
------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------
(Dollars in thousands)
Non-interest-bearing demand
accounts $ 44,662 6.56% $ 5,233 $ 39,429 6.42% $ 7,660 $ 31,769 5.34% $ 7,054
NOW accounts 79,110 11.62 3,037 76,073 12.39 (6,555) 82,628 13.91 12,766
Passbooks 34,506 5.07 40 34,466 5.61 1,547 32,919 5.54 2,698
Money market deposit
accounts 91,214 13.39 (9,085) 100,299 16.34 10,404 89,895 15.12 11,063
Time deposits which mature:
Within 12 months 273,991 40.22 16,063 257,928 42.01 (19,326) 277,254 46.64 16,482
Within 12-36 months 127,650 18.74 41,892 85,758 13.97 32,025 53,733 9.04 (5,061)
Beyond 36 months 29,936 4.40 9,946 19,990 3.26 (6,212) 26,202 4.41 (1,310)
-------- ------ -------- -------- ------ -------- -------- ------ --------
Total deposits $681,069 100.00% $ 67,126 $613,943 100.00% $ 19,543 $594,400 100.00% $ 43,692
======== ====== ======== ======== ====== ======== ======== ====== ========
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The following table sets forth the certificates of deposit classified by
rates as of the dates indicated.
At December 31,
-----------------------------------
2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
Rate (In thousands)
- ----
3.00% or less $ 272 $ 286 $ 940
3.01 - 3.99% - 12 11
4.00 - 4.99% 5,899 135,880 74,835
5.00 - 5.99% 134,354 151,899 238,564
6.00 - 6.99% 226,301 67,028 33,983
7.00 - 7.99% 64,751 8,571 8,856
-------- -------- --------
Total certificates of deposit $431,577 $363,676 $357,189
======== ======== ========
The following table sets forth the amount and maturities of certificates
of deposit at December 31, 2000.
Amount Due
-----------------------------------------------------------
Less Than 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5
Rate One Year Years Years Years Years Total
- ---- -------- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
(In thousands)
3.00% or less $ 272 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 272
3.01 - 3.99% - - - - - -
4.00 - 4.99% 3,352 850 545 1,152 - 5,899
5.00 - 5.99% 120,089 6,812 7,063 390 - 134,354
6.00 - 6.99% 148,757 47,855 1,771 4,693 23,225 226,301
7.00 - 7.99% 1,520 62,693 62 - 476 64,751
-------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Total certificates
of deposit $273,990 $118,210 $ 9,441 $ 6,235 $ 23,701 $431,577
======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ========
The following table indicates the amount of negotiable certificates of
deposit of $100,000 or more by time remaining until maturity as of December 31,
2000.
Certificates
of Deposit
of $100,000
Remaining Maturity or More
- ------------------ --------------
(In thousands)
Three months or less $19,721
Three through six months 8,946
Six through twelve months 19,529
Over twelve months 32,790
-------
Total $80,986
=======
Deposits are used to fund loan originations, the purchase of securities
and for general business purposes. The deposit growth in fiscal year 2000 of
$67.1 million reflected the use of odd-term and promotional certificate of
deposit products, as well as increased retail deposits generated by aggressive,
competitive pricing of such products in the market area. The Association also
continues to emphasize commercial checking accounts for small local businesses.
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The following table sets forth the net changes in the deposit activities
for the periods indicated.
Year Ended December 31,
----------------------------------------
2000 1999 1998
---- ---- ----
(In thousands)
Deposits $3,250,479 $2,875,680 $2,737,244
Withdrawals 3,208,622 2,875,669 2,715,239
---------- ---------- ----------
Net increase before interest 41,857 11 22,005
credited
Interest credited 25,269 19,532 21,687
---------- ---------- ----------
Net increase in deposits $ 67,126 $ 19,543 $ 43,692
========== ========== ==========
BORROWINGS. Savings deposits are the primary source of funds for lending
and investment activities and for general business purposes. If the need arises,
advances from the FHLB may be used to supplement the supply of lendable funds
and to meet deposit withdrawal requirements as well as in leveraged transactions
used to purchase securities. Advances from the FHLB typically are collateralized
by the Association's stock in the FHLB and a blanket floating lien on the
Association's one- to four-family first mortgage loans. At December 31, 2000,
$146.7 million of FHLB advances were outstanding with a weighted average
interest rate of 5.87%.
The FHLB functions as a central reserve bank providing credit for the
Association and other member savings institutions and financial institutions. As
a member, the Association is required to own capital stock in the FHLB and is
authorized to apply for advances on the security of such stock and certain of
its home mortgages and other assets (principally, securities that are
obligations of, or guaranteed by, the United States) provided certain standards
related to creditworthiness have been met. Advances are made pursuant to several
different programs. Each credit program has its own interest rate and range of
maturities. Depending on the program, limitations on the amount of advances are
based either on a fixed percentage of a member institution's net worth or on the
FHLB's assessment of the institution's creditworthiness. Although advances may
be used on a short-term basis for cash management needs, FHLB advances have not
been, nor are they expected to be, a significant long-term funding source for
the Association, although the Association periodically utilizes its ability to
access advances in order to take advantage of investment opportunities which may
arise, or to fund loan originations if liquidity is low.
On September 30, 1983, the Association sold two of its branches to another
financial institution. Under terms of the sale, the Association issued a 10.94%,
30-year term mortgage-backed bond (the "Bond") for approximately $41.6 million.
A discount was recorded on the Bond which is being accreted using the interest
method of accounting over the life of the Bond. The Bond bears an interest rate
that is adjustable semi-annually on each April 1 and October 1 to reflect
changes in the average of the United States 10-year and 30-year long-term bond
rates. At December 31, 2000, the net outstanding balance of the Bond was $13.6
million with an effective rate of 9.97%. For further information on the Bond,
see Note 10 to the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in the Annual
Report attached hereto as Exhibit 13.
On October 24, 1994, in connection with the Association's Plan of
Reorganization into a mutual holding company, the Association established an
Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP") for all eligible employees. The ESOP is
funded by two loans from Bankshares. ESOP Loan I was used to purchase 389,248
shares of common stock (as adjusted by the Exchange Ratio of 2.0445) in the open
market. The loan is being repaid from the Association's contributions to the
ESOP over a period of up to seven years and had an outstanding balance of
$244,000 at December 31, 2000. The loan has a fixed interest rate of 8.50%. ESOP
Loan II was used to permit the ESOP to purchase an additional 437,652 shares in
connection with the Reorganization. The loan is being repaid over 15 years and
the loan had an outstanding balance of $3.8 million at December 31, 2000 and has
a fixed interest rate of 7.75%. For further information, see Note 13 to the
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in the Annual Report attached
hereto as Exhibit 13.
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The following table sets forth the source, balance, and rate of borrowings
for the years ended December 31, 2000, 1999, and 1998.
Year Ended December 31,
------------------------------------
2000 1999 1998
(Dollars in thousands)
FHLB advances:
Maximum month-end balance $161,250 $140,186 $ 94,443
Balance at end of period 146,714 140,186 91,920
Average balance (1) 145,224 108,627 74,614
Weighted average interest rate during the period 6.04% 5.64% 5.94%
Weighted average interest rate at end of period 5.87% 5.59% 5.76%
Mortgage-backed bond:
Maximum month-end balance $ 14,584 $ 15,502 $ 16,414
Balance at end of period 13,581 14,508 15,430
Average balance (1) 14,151 15,062 15,989
Weighted average interest rate during the period 10.18% 9.30% 9.70%
Weighted average interest rate at end of period 9.97% 10.09% 8.78%
- -----------
<FN>
(1) Computed on the basis of month-end balances.
</FN>
SUBSIDIARY ACTIVITIES
The Association currently has two active subsidiaries.
ComFed, Inc. ("ComFed") was formed in February 1971 to operate an
insurance agency, Community Insurance Agency, which sells mortgage life
insurance. ComFed also receives income and incurs related expenses from the sale
of third party mutual funds and annuities. Such third party mutual funds and
annuities include products widely marketed to the investing public and have
investment advisors that are not affiliated with ComFed. For the year ended
December 31, 2000, ComFed reported net income of $131,000. At December 31, 2000,
the Association had an equity investment in ComFed of $88,000.
Palm River Development Co., Inc. ("Palm River"), incorporated in 1999, is
involved in a real estate development venture commenced in mid-1999 to construct
and sell single-family lots, condominiums, villa homes and carriage homes on 117
acres of land located in Indian River County, Florida. Under the terms of the
development agreement, Palm River will fund all construction and development
costs, including the cost of acquiring the land, and receives interest on any
outstanding funding. Profits from home and lot sales, after interest, are
divided equally between Palm River and its development partner. Palm River's
investment in and advances to the real estate venture totaled $14.0 million at
December 31, 2000. Palm River recognized a net loss of $939,000 during the year
ended December 31, 2000. This net loss represents the expected recognition of
start-up costs during the preliminary stages of this construction project.
Developed lot closings are expected to commence during the first half of 2001.
Construction of the models is expected to begin in the first half of 2001.
Currently, the sale of all the units is anticipated to be completed during 2004.
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Number
Of units Reservations
Type of units planned on units (1)
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Riverfront single-family lots 17 11
Condominiums 48 8
Villa single-family homes 112 3
Carriage duplex homes 22 3
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Total 199 25
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(1) Reservations require a deposit of 10% of the purchase price from the buyer
to reserve a particular lot or home but allow the purchaser to cancel the
reservation without penalty. Reservations are being converted to contracts as a
result of the receipt of certain approvals were received from city and county
authorities in February 2001. Cancellation of contracts results in the
purchasers forfeiting their deposits.
A $12.5 million line of credit from the Association is used by the project to
fund operations as needed. An additional $6.0 million loan from Bankshares for
the project was made during 2000. At December 31, 2000, the Association had an
equity loss in Palm River of $1.1 million. The balances of the loans from the
Association and Bankshares were $10.3 million and $6.0 million, respectively, at
December 31, 2000.
PERSONNEL
As of December 31, 2000, Bankshares had no separately compensated
employees. Officers of Bankshares are employees of the Association and receive
all compensation from the Association. Because Bankshares' primary activity is
holding the stock of the Association, employees of the Association only perform
limited duties for Bankshares.
As of December 31, 2000, the Association had 254 full-time and 36
part-time employees. None of the Association's employees is represented by a
collective bargaining group. The Association believes it has a good relationship
with its employees.
REGULATION
Set forth below is a brief description of certain laws and regulations
applicable to Bankshares and the Association. The description of these laws and
regulations, as well as descriptions of laws and regulations contained elsewhere
herein, does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by
reference to the applicable laws and regulations.
GENERAL
The Association, as a federally chartered savings institution, is subject
to federal regulation and oversight by the OTS extending to all aspects of its
operations. The Association also is subject to regulation and examination by the
FDIC, which insures the deposits of the Association to the maximum extent
permitted by law, and requirements established by the Federal Reserve Board.
Federally chartered savings institutions are required to file periodic reports
with the OTS and are subject to periodic examinations by the OTS and FDIC. The
investment and lending authority of savings institutions are prescribed by
federal laws and regulations, and such institutions are prohibited from engaging
in any activities not permitted by such laws and regulations. Such regulation
and supervision primarily is intended for the protection of depositors and not
for the purpose of protecting shareholders.
BANKSHARES
HOLDING COMPANY ACQUISITIONS. In December 1998, Bankshares became a
unitary savings and loan holding company within the meaning of the Home Owners'
Loan Act, as amended ("HOLA"), and has registered with the OTS. The HOLA and OTS
regulations generally prohibit a savings and loan holding company, without prior
OTS approval, from acquiring, directly or indirectly, the ownership or control
of any other savings institution or savings and loan holding company, or all, or
substantially all, of the assets or more than 5% of the voting shares thereof.
These provisions also prohibit, among other things, any director or officer of a
savings and loan holding company, or any individual who owns or
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controls more than 25% of the voting shares of such holding company, from
acquiring control of any savings institution not a subsidiary of such savings
and loan holding company, unless the acquisition is approved by the OTS.
HOLDING COMPANY ACTIVITIES. Bankshares operates as a unitary savings and
loan holding company. Generally, there are only limited restrictions on the
activities of a unitary savings and loan holding company which applied to become
or were a unitary savings and loan holding company prior to May 4, 1999 and its
non-savings institution subsidiaries. Under the enacted Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
of 1999 (the "GLBA"), companies which applied to the OTS after May 9, 1999 to
become unitary savings and loan holding companies are restricted to engaging in
those activities traditionally permitted to multiple savings and loan holding
companies. If the Director of the OTS determines that there is reasonable cause
to believe that the continuation by a savings and loan holding company of an
activity constitutes a serious risk to the financial safety, soundness or
stability of its subsidiary savings institution, the Director may impose such
restrictions as deemed necessary to address such risk, including limiting (i)
payment of dividends by the savings institution; (ii) transactions between the
savings institution and its affiliates; and (iii) any activities of the savings
institution that might create a serious risk that the liabilities of the holding
company and its affiliates may be imposed on the savings institution.
Notwithstanding the above rules as to permissible business activities of
grandfathered unitary savings and loan holding companies under the GLBA, if the
savings institution subsidiary of such a holding company fails to meet the QTL
test, as discussed under "-The Association - Qualified Thrift Lender Test," then
such unitary holding company also shall become subject to the activities
restrictions applicable to multiple savings and loan holding companies and,
unless the savings institution requalifies as a QTL within one year thereafter,
shall register as, and become subject to the restrictions applicable to, a bank
holding company. See "-The Association - Qualified Thrift Lender Test."
The GLBA also imposed new financial privacy obligations and reporting
requirements on all financial institutions. The privacy regulations require,
among other things, that financial institutions establish privacy policies and
disclose such policies to its customers at the commencement of a customer
relationship and annually thereafter. In addition, financial institutions are
required to permit customers to opt out of the financial institution's
disclosure of the customer's financial information to non-affiliated third
parties. Such regulations become mandatory as of July 1, 2001.
The HOLA requires every savings institution subsidiary of a savings and
loan holding company to give the OTS at least 30 days' advance notice of any
proposed dividends to be made on its guarantee, permanent or other
nonwithdrawable stock, or else such dividend will be invalid. See "- The
Association - Capital Distributions."
AFFILIATE RESTRICTIONS. Transactions between a savings institution and its
"affiliates" are subject to quantitative and qualitative restrictions under
Sections 23A and 23B of the Federal Reserve Act and OTS regulations. Affiliates
of a savings institution include, among other entities, the savings
institution's holding company and companies that are controlled by or under
common control with the savings institution.
In general, Sections 23A and 23B and OTS regulations issued in connection
therewith limit the extent to which a savings institution or its subsidiaries
may engage in certain "covered transactions" with affiliates to an amount equal
to 10% of the institution's capital and surplus, in the case of covered
transactions with any one affiliate, and to an amount equal to 20% of such
capital and surplus, in the case of covered transactions with all affiliates. In
addition, a savings institution and its subsidiaries may engage in covered
transactions and certain other transactions only on terms and under
circumstances that are substantially the same, or at least as favorable to the
savings institution or its subsidiary, as those prevailing at the time for
comparable transactions with nonaffiliated companies. A "covered transaction" is
defined to include a loan or extension of credit to an affiliate; a purchase of
investment securities issued by an affiliate; a purchase of assets from an
affiliate, with certain exceptions; the acceptance of securities issued by an
affiliate as collateral for a loan or extension of credit to any party; or the
issuance of a guarantee, acceptance or letter of credit on behalf of an
affiliate.
In addition, under OTS regulations, a savings institution may not make a
loan or extension of credit to an affiliate unless the affiliate is engaged only
in activities permissible for bank holding companies; a savings institution may
not purchase or invest in securities of an affiliate other than shares of a
subsidiary; a savings institution and its subsidiaries may not purchase a
low-quality asset from an affiliate; and covered transactions and certain other
transactions between a savings institution or its subsidiaries and an affiliate
must be on terms and conditions that are consistent with safe and sound banking
practices. With certain exceptions, each loan or extension of credit by a
savings institution to an affiliate must be secured by collateral with a market
value ranging from 100% to 130% (depending on the type of collateral) of the
amount of the loan or extension of credit.
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OTS regulations generally exclude all non-bank and non-savings institution
subsidiaries of savings institutions from treatment as affiliates, except to the
extent that the OTS or the Federal Reserve Board decides to treat such
subsidiaries as affiliates. The regulations also require savings institutions to
make and retain records that reflect affiliate transactions in reasonable
detail, and provides that certain classes of savings institutions may be
required to give the OTS prior notice of affiliate transactions.
THE ASSOCIATION
INSURANCE OF ACCOUNTS. The deposits of the Association are insured to the
maximum extent permitted by the SAIF, which is administered by the FDIC, and are
backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government. As insurer, the FDIC
is authorized to conduct examinations of, and to require reporting by,
FDIC-insured institutions. It also may prohibit any FDIC-insured institution
from engaging in any activity the FDIC determines by regulation or order to pose
a serious threat to the FDIC. The FDIC also has the authority to initiate
enforcement actions against savings institutions, after giving the OTS an
opportunity to take such action.
The FDIC may terminate the deposit insurance of any insured depository
institution, including the Association, if it determines after a hearing that
the institution has engaged or is engaging in unsafe or unsound practices, is in
an unsafe or unsound condition to continue operations, or has violated any
applicable law, regulation, order or any condition imposed by an agreement with
the FDIC. It also may suspend deposit insurance temporarily during the hearing
process for the permanent termination of insurance, if the institution has no
tangible capital. If insurance of accounts is terminated, the accounts at the
institution at the time of the termination, less subsequent withdrawals, shall
continue to be insured for a period of six months to two years, as determined by
the FDIC. Management is aware of no existing circumstances which would result in
termination of the Association's deposit insurance.
REGULATORY CAPITAL REQUIREMENTS. The OTS capital requirements consist of a
"tangible capital requirement," a "leverage capital requirement" and a
"risk-based capital requirement." The OTS is also authorized to impose capital
requirements in excess of those standards on individual institutions on a
case-by-case basis.
Under the tangible capital requirement, a savings association must
maintain tangible capital in an amount equal to at least 1.5% of adjusted total
assets. Tangible capital is defined as core capital less all intangible assets
(including supervisory goodwill), plus a specified amount of purchased mortgage
servicing rights.
Under the leverage capital requirement adopted by the OTS, savings
associations maintain "core capital" in an amount equal to at least 4% (3% if
the savings association receives the OTS's highest rating) of adjusted total
assets. Core capital is generally defined as common stockholders' equity,
including retained earnings. At December 31, 2000, the Association's ratio of
core capital to total adjusted assets was 7.73%.
Under the risk-based capital requirement, a savings association must
maintain total capital (which is defined as core capital plus supplementary
capital) equal to at least 8.0% of risk-weighted assets. A savings association
must calculate its risk-weighted assets by multiplying each asset and
off-balance sheet item by various risk factors, which range from 0% for cash and
securities issued by the United States Government or its agencies to 100% for
repossessed assets or loans more than 90 days past due. Qualifying one- to
four-family residential real estate loans and qualifying multi-family
residential real estate loans (not more than 90 days delinquent and having an
80% or lower loan-to-value ratio), are weighted at a 50% risk factor.
Supplementary capital may include, among other items, general allowances for
loan losses. The allowance for loan losses includable in supplementary capital
is limited to 1.25% of risk-weighted assets. Supplementary capital is limited to
100% of core capital.
Certain exclusions from capital and assets are required to be made for the
purpose of calculating total capital, in addition to the adjustments required
for calculating core capital. Such exclusions consist of equity investments (as
defined by regulation) and that portion of land loans and non-residential
construction loans in excess of an 80% loan-to-value ratio and reciprocal
holdings of qualifying capital instruments. However, in calculating regulatory
capital, institutions can add back unrealized losses and deduct unrealized gains
net of taxes, on debt securities reported as a separate component of GAAP
capital.
OTS regulations establish special capitalization requirements for savings
associations that own service corporations and other subsidiaries, including
subsidiary savings associations. According to these regulations, certain
subsidiaries are consolidated for capital purposes and others are excluded from
assets and capital. In determining
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compliance with the capital requirements, all subsidiaries engaged solely in
activities permissible for national banks, engaged solely in mortgage-banking
activities, or engaged in certain other activities solely as agent for its
customers are "includable" subsidiaries that are consolidated for capital
purposes in proportion to the association's level of ownership, including the
assets of includable subsidiaries in which the association has a minority
interest that is not consolidated for GAAP purposes. For excludable
subsidiaries, the debt and equity investments in such subsidiaries are deducted
from assets and capital. At December 31, 2000, the $9.2 million investment in
Palm River was subject to a deduction from tangible capital.
The OTS amended its risk-based capital requirements to require
institutions with an "above normal" level of interest rate risk to maintain
additional capital. A savings association is considered to have a "normal" level
of interest rate risk if the decline in the market value of its portfolio equity
after an immediate 200 basis point increase or decrease in market interest rates
(whichever leads to the greater decline) is less than two percent of the current
estimated market value of its assets. The market value of portfolio equity is
defined as the net present value of expected cash inflows and outflows from an
association's assets, liabilities, and off-balance sheet items. The amount of
additional capital that an institution with an above normal interest rate risk
is required to maintain (the "interest rate risk component") equals one-half of
the dollar amount by which its measured interest rate risk exceeds the normal
level of interest rate risk. The interest rate risk component is in addition to
the capital otherwise required to satisfy the risk-based capital requirement.
Implementation of this component has been postponed by the OTS. The final rule
was to be effective as of January 1, 1994, subject however to a three quarter
lag time in implementation. However, because of continuing delays by the OTS,
the interest rate risk component has never been operative.
At December 31, 2000, the Association exceeded all of its regulatory
capital requirements, with tangible, core and risk-based capital ratios of
7.73%, 7.73%, and 14.29%, respectively. See Note 14 to the Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements included in the Annual Report, attached hereto as Exhibit
13.
The OTS and the FDIC generally are authorized to take enforcement action
against a savings association that fails to meet its capital requirements, which
action may include restrictions on operations and banking activities, the
imposition of a capital directive, a cease-and-desist order, civil money
penalties or harsher measures such as the appointment of a receiver or
conservator or a forced merger into another institution. In addition, under
current regulatory policy, an association that fails to meet its capital
requirements is prohibited from paying any dividends.
PROMPT CORRECTIVE ACTION. Under the prompt corrective action regulations
of the OTS, an institution is deemed to be (i) "well-capitalized" if it has
total risk-based capital of 10.0% or more, has a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio
of 6.0% or more, has a Tier 1 leverage capital ratio of 5.0% or more and is not
subject to any order or final capital directive to meet and maintain a specific
capital level for any capital measure, (ii) "adequately capitalized" if it has a
total risk-based capital ratio of 8.0% or more, a Tier 1 risk-based capital
ratio of 4.0% or more and a Tier 1 leverage capital ratio of 4.0% or more (3.0%
under certain circumstances) and does not meet the definition of "well
capitalized," (iii) "undercapitalized" if it has a total risk-based capital
ratio that is less than 8.0%, a Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio that is less
that 4.0% or a Tier 1 leverage capital ratio that is less than 4.0% (3.0% under
certain circumstances),(iv) "significantly undercapitalized" if it has a total
risk-based capital ratio that is less than 6.0%, a Tier 1 risk-based capital
ratio that is less than 3.0% or a Tier 1 leverage capital ratio that is less
than 3.0%, and (v) "critically undercapitalized" if it has a ratio of tangible
equity to total assets that is equal to or less than 2.0%. Under specified
circumstances, a federal banking agency may reclassify a well capitalized
institution as adequately capitalized and may require an adequately capitalized
institution or an undercapitalized institution to comply with supervisory
actions as if it were in the next lower category (except that the FDIC may not
reclassify a significantly undercapitalized institution as critically
undercapitalized).
An institution generally must file a written capital restoration plan
which meets specified requirements with its appropriate federal banking agency
within 45 days of the date that the institution receives notice or is deemed to
have notice that it is undercapitalized, significantly undercapitalized or
critically undercapitalized. A federal banking agency must provide the
institution with written notice of approval or disapproval within 60 days after
receiving a capital restoration plan, subject to extensions by the agency. An
institution which is required to submit a capital restoration plan must
concurrently submit a performance guaranty by each company that controls the
institution. In addition, undercapitalized institutions are subject to various
regulatory restrictions, and the appropriate federal banking agency also may
take any number of discretionary supervisory actions.
At December 31, 2000, the Association was in the "well capitalized"
category for purposes of the above regulations and as such is not subject to any
of the above mentioned restrictions.
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SAFETY AND SOUNDNESS GUIDELINES. The OTS and the other federal bank
regulatory agencies have established guidelines for safety and soundness,
addressing operational and managerial standards, as well as compensation matters
for insured financial institutions. Institutions failing to meet these standards
are required to submit compliance plans to their appropriate federal regulators.
The OTS and the other agencies have also established guidelines regarding asset
quality and earnings standards for insured institutions. The Association
believes that it is in compliance with these guidelines and standards.
LIQUIDITY REQUIREMENTS. All savings institutions were previously required
to maintain an average daily balance of liquid assets equal to a certain
percentage of the sum of its average daily balance of net withdrawable deposit
accounts and borrowings payable in one year or less. The liquidity requirement
varied from time to time (between 4% and 10%) depending upon economic conditions
and savings flows of all savings institutions. During 2000, the required minimum
liquid asset ratio was 4%. For the month ended December 31, 2000, the
Association's average liquidity ratio was 8.7%. This regulation was discontinued
by the OTS effective in 2001.
CAPITAL DISTRIBUTIONS. OTS regulations govern capital distributions by
savings institutions, which include cash dividends, stock redemptions or
repurchases, cash-out mergers, interest payments on certain convertible debt and
other transactions charged to the capital account of a savings institution to
make capital distributions.
A savings institution must file an application for OTS approval of the
capital distribution if either (1) the total capital distributions for the
applicable calendar year exceed the sum of the institution's net income for that
year to date plus the institution's retained net income (which takes into
account capital distributions made) for the preceding two years, (2) the
institution would not be at least adequately capitalized following the
distribution, (3) the distribution would violate any applicable statute,
regulation, agreement or OTS-imposed condition, or (4) the institution is not
eligible for expedited treatment of its filings. If an application is not
required to be filed, savings institutions which are a subsidiary of a holding
company (as well as certain other institutions) must still file a notice with
the OTS at least 30 days before the Board of Directors declares a dividend or
approves a capital distribution.
BRANCHING BY FEDERAL SAVINGS INSTITUTIONS. OTS policy permits interstate
branching to the full extent permitted by statute (which is essentially
unlimited). Generally, federal law prohibits federal savings institutions from
establishing, retaining or operating a branch outside that state in which the
federal institution has its home office unless the institution meets the
Internal Revenue Service's (the "IRS") domestic building and loan test
(generally, 60% of a thrift's assets must be housing-related) ("IRS Test"). The
IRS Test requirement does not apply if: (i) the branch(es) result(s) from an
emergency acquisition of a troubled savings institution (however, if the
troubled savings institution is acquired by a bank holding company, does not
have its home office in the state of the bank holding company bank subsidiary
and does not qualify under the IRS Test, its branching is limited to the
branching laws for state-chartered banks in the state where the savings
institution is located); (ii) the law of the state where the branch would be
located would permit the branch to be established if the federal savings
institution was chartered by the state in which its home office is located; or
(iii) the branch was operated lawfully as a branch under the state law prior to
the savings institution's conversion to a federal charter.
Furthermore, the OTS will evaluate a branching applicant's record of
compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act of 1977 ("CRA"). An
unsatisfactory CRA record may be the basis for denial of a branching
application.
COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT ACT AND THE FAIR LENDING LAWS. Savings institutions
have a responsibility under the CRA and related regulations of the OTS to help
meet the credit needs of their communities, including low- and moderate-income
neighborhoods. In addition, the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and the Fair
Housing Act (together, the "Fair Lending Laws") prohibit lenders from
discriminating in their lending practices on the basis of characteristics
specified in those statutes. An institution's failure to comply with the
provisions of CRA could, at a minimum, result in regulatory restrictions on its
activities, and failure to comply with the Fair Lending Laws could result in
enforcement actions by the OTS, as well as other federal regulatory agencies and
the Department of Justice.
QUALIFIED THRIFT LENDER TEST. All savings institutions are required to
meet a QTL test to avoid certain restrictions on their operations. A savings
institution can comply with the QTL test by meeting the IRS Test or by meeting
the second prong of the QTL test set forth in the HOLA. A savings institution
that does not meet the QTL test must either convert to a bank charter or comply
with the following restrictions on its operation. Upon the expiration of three
years from the date the savings institution ceases to be a QTL, it must cease
any activity and not retain any investment not permissible
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for a national bank and immediately repay any outstanding FHLB advances (subject
to safety and soundness considerations).
Currently, the portion of the QTL test that is based on the HOLA rather
than the Code requires that 65% of an institution's "portfolio assets" (as
defined) consist of certain housing and consumer-related assets on a monthly
average basis in nine out of every 12 months. Assets that qualify without limit
for inclusion as part of the 65% requirement are loans made to purchase,
refinance, construct, improve or repair domestic residential housing and
manufactured housing; home equity loans; mortgage-backed securities (where the
mortgages are secured by domestic residential housing or manufactured housing);
stock issued by the FHLB; and direct or indirect obligations of the FDIC. In
addition, small business loans, credit card loans, student loans and loans for
personal, family, and household purposes are allowed to be included without
limitation as qualified investments. The following assets, among others, also
may be included in meeting the test subject to an overall limit of 20% of the
savings institution's portfolio assets: 50% of residential mortgage loans
originated and sold within 90 days of origination; 100% of consumer and
educational loans (limited to 10% of total portfolio assets); and stock issued
by the FHLMC or the FNMA. Portfolio assets consist of total assets minus the sum
of (i) goodwill and other intangible assets, (ii) property used by the savings
institution to conduct its business, and (iii) liquid assets up to 20% of the
institution's total assets. At December 31, 2000, the qualified thrift
investments of the Association were approximately 78.5% of its portfolio assets.
FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK SYSTEM. The Association is a member of the FHLB of
Atlanta, which is one of 12 regional FHLBs that administer the home financing
credit function or savings institutions. Each FHLB serves as a reserve or
central bank for its members within its assigned region. It is funded primarily
from proceeds derived from the sale of consolidated obligations of the FHLB
System. It makes loans to members (i.e. advances) in accordance with policies
and procedures established by the Board of Directors of the FHLB. At December
31, 2000, the Association had $146.7 million of FHLB advances. See Note 9 to
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in the Annual Report.
As a member, the Association is required to purchase and maintain stock in
the FHLB of Atlanta in an amount equal to at least 1% of its aggregate unpaid
residential mortgage loans, home purchase contracts or similar obligations at
the beginning of each year. At December 31, 2000, the Association had $8.1
million in FHLB stock, which was in compliance with this requirement.
The FHLBs are required to provide funds for the resolution of troubled
savings institutions and to contribute to affordable housing programs through
direct loans or interest subsidies on advances targeted for community investment
and low- and moderate-income housing projects. These contributions have
adversely affected the level of FHLB dividends paid and could continue to do so
in the future. These contributions also could have an adverse effect on the
value of FHLB stock in the future. The dividend yield on the Association's FHLB
stock was 7.75%, 7.57% and 7.25% for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2000,
1999, and 1998, respectively.
FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM. Federal Reserve Board regulations require all
depository institutions to maintain non-interest earning reserves against their
transaction accounts (primarily NOW and Super NOW checking accounts) and
non-personal time deposits. At December 31, 2000, the Association was in
compliance with the reserve requirements. The balances maintained to meet the
reserve requirements imposed by the Federal Reserve Board may be used to satisfy
liquidity requirements that may be imposed by the OTS.
TAXATION
FEDERAL TAXATION
For federal income tax purposes, Bankshares files a consolidated federal
income tax return with the Association on a fiscal year basis.
On May 13, 1997, permission was received from the IRS to change the
accounting period, for federal income tax purposes, from September 30th to
December 31st, effective December 31, 1996.
Bankshares and the Association are subject to the rules of federal income
taxation generally applicable to corporations under the Code. Most corporations
are not permitted to make deductible additions to bad debt reserves under the
Code. However, prior to the effective date of legislation passed in 1996,
savings and loan associations and savings associations such as the Association,
which met certain tests prescribed by the IRS may have benefited from favorable
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provisions provided for in Section 593 of the code regarding deductions for
taxable income for annual additions to the bad debt reserve.
During 1996, effective for years beginning after December 31, 1995,
legislation was passed that repealed section 593 of the Code. Section 593
allowed thrift institutions, including the Association, to use the
percentage-of-taxable income bad debt accounting method, if more favorable than
the specific charge-off method, for federal income tax purposes. The excess
reserves (deduction based on the percentage-of-taxable income less the deduction
based on the specific charge-off method) accumulated post-1987 are required to
be recaptured ratably over a six year period beginning in 1996. The excess
reserve as of December 31, 1996 was approximately $435,000. The same legislation
forgave the tax liability on pre-1987 accumulated bad debt reserves which would
have penalized any thrift choosing to adopt a bank charter because the tax would
have become due and payable. The unrecorded potential liability that was
forgiven approximated $4.3 million. See Note 11 to the Notes to the Consolidated
Financial Statements in the Annual Report, attached hereto as Exhibit 13.
Deferred income taxes arise from the recognition of certain items of
income and expense for tax purposes in years different from those in which they
are recognized in the financial statements. In February 1992, the FASB issued
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 109, "Accounting for Income
Taxes" ("SFAS No. 109"). SFAS No. 109 was implemented by Bankshares
retroactively, effective October 1, 1993. The liability method accounts for
deferred income taxes by applying the enacted statutory rates in effect at the
balance sheet date to differences between the book cost and the tax cost of
assets and liabilities. The resulting deferred tax liabilities and assets are
adjusted to reflect changes in tax laws.
Bankshares is subject to the corporate alternative minimum tax which is
imposed to the extent it exceeds Bankshares' regular income tax for the year.
The alternative minimum tax will be imposed at the rate of 20% of a specially
computed tax base. Included in this base will be a number of preference items,
including the interest on certain tax-exempt bonds issued after August 7, 1986.
In addition, for purposes of the alternative minimum tax, the amount of
alternative minimum taxable income that may be offset by net operating losses is
limited to 90% of alternative minimum taxable income.
The Association was audited by the IRS for the tax year 1990 during fiscal
year 1994. Based upon the audit, the Association received a "no-change" letter
from the IRS. Bankshares has not been audited by the IRS. The fiscal years ended
December 21, 2000, 1999, and 1998 for Bankshares and the Association are open
for audit by the IRS. In addition, the fiscal year ended September 30, 1998 for
the Association is open for audit. See Notes 1 and 11 to the Notes to the
Consolidated Financial Statements in the Annual Report.
STATE TAXATION
Under the laws of the State of Florida, Bankshares and its subsidiary are
generally subject to 5.5% tax on net income. The tax may be reduced by a credit
of up to 65% of the tax due as a result of certain intangible taxes. The tax is
deductible by Bankshares in determining its federal income tax liability.
Bankshares has not been audited by the State of Florida.
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES
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Bankshares owns no property independently from the Association. The
Association conducts its business through its home office located in North Palm
Beach, Florida, and 21 full-service branch offices located in Palm Beach,
Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River Counties. The following table sets forth
certain information concerning the home office and each branch office of the
Association at December 31, 2000. The aggregate net book value of the
Association's premises and equipment and real estate held for investment was
$25.3 million and $2.2 million at December 31, 2000, respectively. Real estate
held for investment represents a pro-rata portion of the Association's office
building located on Port St. Lucie Blvd. which is leased to tenants and a parcel
of land held for future sale located adjacent to the Association's Maplewood
office. For additional information regarding the Association's properties, see
Note 6 to the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in the Annual
Report, attached hereto as Exhibit 13. In addition, the Association owns or has
placed earnest funds on four parcels of real estate for use as possible future
branch sites. The Association's total investment in such other properties
totaled $1.9 million at December 31, 2000 which is included in the aggregate net
book value of the Association's premises and equipment set forth above.
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LOCATION ADDRESS OPENING DATE OWNED/LEASED
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Home Office 660 U.S. Highway One 02/19/88 Owned (1)
North Palm Beach, Florida
Branch Offices
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Riviera Beach 2600 Broadway 08/19/55 Owned
Riviera Beach, Florida
Tequesta 101 N U.S. Highway One 07/19/59 Owned
Tequesta, Florida
Port Salerno 5545 SE Federal Highway 11/05/74 Owned
Port Salerno, Florida
Palm Beach Gardens 9600 N. Alternate AlA 12/19/74 Owned
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Jensen Beach 1170 NE Jensen Beach Boulevard 01/28/75 Owned
Jensen Beach, Florida
Singer Island 1100 East Blue Heron Boulevard 04/01/75 Owned
Riviera Beach, Florida
Ft. Pierce 1050 Virginia Avenue 07/23/85 Owned
Ft. Pierce, Florida
Port St. Lucie Blvd. 147 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard 12/07/98 Owned
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Martin Downs 3102 Martin Downs Boulevard 07/24/85 Leased (2)
Palm City, Florida
Maplewood 1570 Indiantown Road 10/05/98 Owned
Jupiter, Florida
Bluffs 3950 U.S. Highway One 09/18/86 Leased (3)
Jupiter, Florida
Village Commons 971 Village Boulevard 06/26/89 Leased (4)
West Palm Beach, Florida
Hobe Sound 11400 SE Federal Highway 02/05/90 Owned
Hobe Sound, Florida
St. Lucie West 1549 St. Lucie West Boulevard 06/06/94 Owned
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Jupiter 520 Toney Penna Drive 07/10/95 Owned
Jupiter, Florida
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LOCATION ADDRESS OPENING DATE OWNED/LEASED
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PGA PGA Shoppes on the Green 04/22/96 Owned
7102 Fairway Drive
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Vero Beach 6030 20th Street 07/21/97 Owned
Vero Beach, Florida
Lake Worth 5702 Lake Worth Road, Suite # 3, 10/20/97 Lease (5)
Lake Worth, Florida
Ibis 10100 Northlake Boulevard 12/13/99 Owned
West Palm Beach, Florida
Andros Isle Shoppes at Andros Isle 07/27/00 Owned
8961 Okeechobee Boulevard
West Palm Beach, Florida
Other Facilities
Training Center 20 Waterway Drive 07/15/85 Owned (6)
Tequesta, Florida
Storage Warehouse 835 W 13th Street 06/30/92 Owned
Riviera Beach, Florida
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(1) A branch office is also located at the same site.
(2) This lease expires on August 8, 2001 and provides for a renewal option
which runs through August 8, 2003. Construction has begun on a new office
to replace the existing leased facility on land owned by the Association.
The new office is expected to be completed and the leased office closed in
July 2001
(3) The current lease expires on October 31, 2001 and provides for a renewal
option which runs through October 31, 2016. However, the Association has
entered into a contract to purchase the land and building. The closing is
currently expected to be completed before June 2001.
(4) This lease expires on June 25, 2004 and provides for a renewal option which
runs through June 25, 2014.
(5) This lease expires on September 1, 2002.
(6) Construction of an addition which will provide drive-in services is
expected to begin in March 2001 and to be completed by June 2001
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ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
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There are various claims and lawsuits in which Bankshares is periodically
involved incident to its business. In the opinion of management, no material
loss is expected from any of such pending claims or lawsuits.
ITEM 4 SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
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None.
PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON STOCK AND RELATED SHAREHOLDER MATTERS
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For information concerning the market for Bankshares' common stock, see
"The Association - Capital Distributions" in Part 1, Item 1 and the section
captioned "Corporate Information" in Bankshares' Annual Report attached as
Exhibit 13 hereto and which is incorporated herein by reference.
ITEM 6. SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL AND OTHER DATA
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The "Financial Highlights" section of Bankshares' Annual Report is
incorporated herein by reference.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
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The "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and
Results of Operations" section of Bankshares' Annual Report is incorporated
herein by reference.
ITEM 7-A QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURE ABOUT MARKET RISK
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Information with respect to quantitative and qualitative disclosures
about market risk is incorporated by reference to the section captioned
"Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations - Market Risk Analysis, and - Market Value of Portfolio Equity" in
the Annual Report.
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL DATA
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The financial statements identified in Item 14(a)(1) hereof are
incorporated by reference to Bankshares' Annual Report.
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
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Information required by this section is incorporated herein by
reference from Bankshares' definitive Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of
Shareholders filed March 26, 2001 (the "Proxy Statement"), specifically the
section captioned "Ratification of Appointment of Independent Auditors".
PART III
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT
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Information concerning Directors and Executive Officers of Bankshares is
incorporated herein by reference from the Proxy Statement, specifically the
sections captioned "Information with Respect to Nominees for Director, Directors
Whose Terms Continue and Executive Officers" and "Section 16(a) Beneficial
Ownership Reporting Compliance."
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ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
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Information concerning executive compensation is incorporated herein by
reference from the Proxy Statement, specifically the section captioned
"Executive Compensation".
ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
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Information concerning security ownership of certain beneficial owners and
management is incorporated herein by reference from the Proxy Statement,
specifically the section captioned "Beneficial Ownership of Common Stock by
Certain Beneficial Owners and Management".
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS
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Information concerning relationships and transactions is incorporated
herein by reference from the Proxy Statement, specifically the section captioned
"Executive Compensation - Indebtedness of Management and Affiliated
Transactions."
PART IV
ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K
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The exhibits and financial statement schedules filed as a part of this
Form 10-K are as follows:
(a)(1) Financial Statements
Independent Auditors' Report
Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition,
December 31, 2000, and 1999
Consolidated Statements of Operations,
Years Ended December 31, 2000, 1999 and 1998
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity,
Years Ended December 31, 2000, 1999 and 1998
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows,
Years Ended December 31, 2000, 1999 and 1998
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(a)(2) Financial Statement Schedules
No financial statement schedules are filed because the required
information is not applicable or is included in the consolidated
financial statements or related notes.
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(a)(3) Exhibits
3.1 Certificate of Incorporation of Community Savings
Bankshares, Inc.*
3.2 Bylaws of Community Savings Bankshares, Inc.*
4.0 Form of Stock Certificate of Community Savings
Bankshares, Inc.*
10.1 Amended and Restated 1995 Stock Option Plan**
10.3 Amended and Restated 1995 Recognition and Retention
Plan for Employees and Outside Directors**
10.3 Amended and Restated 1999 Stock Option Plan**
10.4 Amended and Restated 1999 Recognition and Retention
Plan and Trust Agreement**
10.5 Employment Agreement between Community Savings
Bankshares, Inc., Community Savings, F. A. and James
B. Pittard, Jr. ***
10.6 Change in Control Agreement between Community Savings
Bankshares, Inc., Community Savings, F. A. and James
B. Pittard, Jr. ***
10.7 Form of change in Control Agreement with Larry J.
Baker, CPA, Cecil F. Howard, Jr., Michael E.
Reinhardt and certain non-executive officers, and
Community Savings Bankshares, Inc. and Community
Savings, F. A. ***
10.8 Amended and Restated Supplemental Retirement Income
Plan
13 2000 Annual Report to Shareholders
21 Subsidiaries of the Registrant - Reference is made to
Item 1 "Business" for the required information.
23 Consent of Crowe Chizek and Company LLP
* Incorporated by reference from the Registration
statement on Form S-1 (333-62069) first filed with
the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on
August 21, 1998.
** Incorporated by reference from Bankshares' definitive
proxy statement dated November 10, 1999 filed with
the SEC on said date.
*** Incorporated by reference from Bankshares' Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 1999 filed with the SEC on March 24,
2000.
(b) Reports on Form 8-K:
None.
(c) The exhibits listed under (a)(3) above are filed herewith.
(d) Not applicable.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on
its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
COMMUNITY SAVINGS BANKSHARES, INC.
Date: March 26, 2001 By: /s/ JAMES B. PITTARD, JR.
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James B. Pittard, Jr.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange of 1934, this
report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the
registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
By: /s/ JAMES B. PITTARD, JR. By: /s/ LARRY J. BAKER, CPA
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James B. Pittard, Jr., Larry J. Baker, CPA,
President and Chief Senior Vice President,
Executive Officer Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Executive Officer) and Treasurer
(Principal Financial and
Accounting Officer)
Date: March 26, 2001 Date: March 26, 2001
By: /s/ FREDERICK A. TEED By: /s/ JOHN SHELDON CLARK
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Frederick A. Teed, Chairman John Sheldon Clark, Director
of the Board
Date: March 26, 2001 Date: March 26, 2001
By: /s/ ROBERT F. CROMWELL By: /s/ RONALD P. JAWORSKI
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Robert F. Cromwell, Director Ronald P. Jaworski, Director
Date: March 26, 2001 Date: March 26, 2001
By: /s/ HAROLD I. STEVENSON
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Harold I. Stevenson, Director
Date: March 26, 2001
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