Exam Preparation

CRA Exam Preparation for Neobanks

Community Reinvestment Act examinations evaluate your institution's record of meeting community credit needs. Canarie helps you maintain evidence of CRA activities, from lending in assessment areas to community development investments to service delivery. Specifically tailored for the unique examination requirements facing neobanks.

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Neobanks Exam Preparation Challenges

Meeting sponsor bank compliance requirements
Building compliance credibility
Scaling compliance with user growth
Preparing for potential direct regulation
Managing third-party risk

Examining Agencies

FDICOCCFederal Reserve

Exam Frequency

Every 2-5 years depending on asset size and rating

Preparation Steps for Neobanks

1
Update assessment area analysis
2
Compile lending data by geography
3
Document community development activities
4
Gather service delivery evidence
5
Prepare response to community needs assessment
6
Compile innovative and flexible lending documentation
7
Document community partnerships

Evidence Examiners Expect

Assessment area delineation
Lending distribution analysis
Community development loan documentation
Investment and grant records
Service delivery documentation
Community contact feedback
Board CRA oversight evidence

Related Compliance Areas for Neobanks

BSA/AML programConsumer protectionData privacyThird-party risk managementSponsor bank requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

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