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ISABELLA BANK Corp - Quarter Report: 2019 September (Form 10-Q)

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
FORM 10-Q
 
ý
Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019
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: 0-18415
 
Isabella Bank Corporation
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
Michigan
 
38-2830092
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
 
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
 
 
 
401 N. Main St, Mt. Pleasant, MI
 
48858
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
(Zip code)
(989) 772-9471
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
N/A
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
None
N/A
N/A
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    ý  Yes    ¨  No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).    ý  Yes    ¨  No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer
 
¨
 
Accelerated filer
 
ý
 
 
 
 
 
Non-accelerated filer
 
¨
 
Smaller reporting company
 
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Emerging growth company
 
¨
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
 
¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). ¨  Yes   ý  No
The number of common shares outstanding of the registrant’s Common Stock (no par value) was 7,939,808 as of November 5, 2019.


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ISABELLA BANK CORPORATION
QUARTERLY REPORT ON FORM 10-Q
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Forward Looking Statements
This report contains certain forward looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Rule 175 promulgated thereunder, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and Rule 3b-6 promulgated thereunder. We intend such forward looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and are included in this statement for purposes of these safe harbor provisions. Forward looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe future plans, strategies and expectations, are generally identifiable by use of the words “believe,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “project,” or similar expressions. Our ability to predict results or the actual effect of future plans or strategies is inherently uncertain. Factors which could have a material adverse effect on the operations and future prospects include, but are not limited to, changes in: interest rates, general economic conditions, federal or state tax laws, monetary and fiscal policy, the quality or composition of the loan or investment portfolio, demand for loan products, fluctuation in the value of collateral securing our loan portfolio, deposit flows, competition, cybersecurity risk, demand for financial services in our market area, and accounting principles, policies and guidelines. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Further information concerning our business, including additional factors that could materially affect our financial results, is included in our filings with the SEC.
Glossary of Acronyms and Abbreviations
The acronyms and abbreviations identified below may be used throughout this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q or in our other SEC filings. You may find it helpful to refer back to this page while reading this report.
ACL: Allowance for Credit Losses
 
GAAP: U.S. generally accepted accounting principles
AFS: Available-for-sale
 
GLB Act: Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act of 1999
ALLL: Allowance for loan and lease losses
 
IFRS: International Financial Reporting Standards
AOCI: Accumulated other comprehensive income
 
IRR: Interest rate risk
ASC: FASB Accounting Standards Codification
 
ISDA: International Swaps and Derivatives Association
ASU: FASB Accounting Standards Update
 
JOBS Act: Jumpstart our Business Startups Act
ATM: Automated Teller Machine
 
LIBOR: London Interbank Offered Rate
BHC Act: Bank Holding Company Act of 1956
 
N/A: Not applicable
CECL: Current Expected Credit Losses
 
N/M: Not meaningful
CFPB: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
 
NASDAQ: NASDAQ Stock Market Index
CIK: Central Index Key
 
NASDAQ Banks: NASDAQ Bank Stock Index
CRA: Community Reinvestment Act
 
NAV: Net asset value
DIF: Deposit Insurance Fund
 
NOW: Negotiable order of withdrawal
DIFS: Department of Insurance and Financial Services
 
NSF: Non-sufficient funds
Directors Plan: Isabella Bank Corporation and Related Companies Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors
 
OCI: Other comprehensive income (loss)
Dividend Reinvestment Plan: Isabella Bank Corporation Stockholder Dividend Reinvestment Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
 
OMSR: Originated mortgage servicing rights
Dodd-Frank Act: Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010
 
OREO: Other real estate owned
ESOP: Employee Stock Ownership Plan
 
OTTI: Other-than-temporary impairment
Exchange Act: Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
PBO: Projected benefit obligation
FASB: Financial Accounting Standards Board
 
PCAOB: Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
FDI Act: Federal Deposit Insurance Act
 
Rabbi Trust: A trust established to fund our Directors Plan
FDIC: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
 
SEC: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
FFIEC: Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council
 
SOX: Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
FRB: Federal Reserve Bank
 
Tax Act: Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, enacted December 22, 2017
FHLB: Federal Home Loan Bank
 
TDR: Troubled debt restructuring
Freddie Mac: Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
 
XBRL: eXtensible Business Reporting Language
FTE: Fully taxable equivalent
 
Yield Curve: U.S. Treasury Yield Curve

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PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements.
INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED)
(Dollars in thousands)

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
ASSETS
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
 
 
 
Cash and demand deposits due from banks
$
26,122

 
$
23,534

Interest bearing balances due from banks
8,209

 
49,937

Total cash and cash equivalents
34,331

 
73,471

AFS securities, at fair value
445,529

 
494,834

Mortgage loans AFS
1,912

 
358

Loans
 
 
 
Commercial
708,735

 
659,529

Agricultural
118,460

 
127,161

Residential real estate
292,311

 
275,343

Consumer
72,298

 
66,674

Gross loans
1,191,804

 
1,128,707

Less allowance for loan and lease losses
8,169

 
8,375

Net loans
1,183,635

 
1,120,332

Premises and equipment
26,350

 
27,815

Corporate owned life insurance policies
28,261

 
27,733

Accrued interest receivable
7,360

 
6,928

Equity securities without readily determinable fair values
25,130

 
24,948

Goodwill and other intangible assets
48,396

 
48,451

Other assets
12,780

 
17,632

TOTAL ASSETS
$
1,813,684

 
$
1,842,502

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
 
 
 
Deposits
 
 
 
Noninterest bearing
$
242,179

 
$
236,534

NOW accounts
230,579

 
235,287

Certificates of deposit under $250 and other savings
749,736

 
744,944

Certificates of deposit over $250
86,279

 
75,928

Total deposits
1,308,773

 
1,292,693

Borrowed funds
277,386

 
340,299

Accrued interest payable and other liabilities
15,149

 
13,991

Total liabilities
1,601,308

 
1,646,983

Shareholders’ equity
 
 
 
Common stock — no par value 15,000,000 shares authorized; issued and outstanding 7,938,234 shares (including 44,189 shares held in the Rabbi Trust) in 2019 and 7,870,969 shares (including 16,673 shares held in the Rabbi Trust) in 2018
141,318

 
140,416

Shares to be issued for deferred compensation obligations
5,578

 
5,431

Retained earnings
63,334

 
57,357

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
2,146

 
(7,685
)
Total shareholders’ equity
212,376

 
195,519

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
$
1,813,684

 
$
1,842,502





See notes to interim condensed consolidated financial statements (unaudited).

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INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)
(Dollars in thousands except per share amounts)

Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30
 
2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Interest income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loans, including fees
$
14,020

 
$
12,833

 
$
40,498

 
$
36,205

AFS securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Taxable
1,691

 
2,031

 
5,522

 
6,263

Nontaxable
1,151

 
1,301

 
3,611

 
4,014

Federal funds sold and other
299

 
254

 
826

 
771

Total interest income
17,161

 
16,419

 
50,457

 
47,253

Interest expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deposits
2,980

 
2,436

 
8,563

 
6,712

Borrowings
1,570

 
1,795

 
4,806

 
4,661

Total interest expense
4,550

 
4,231

 
13,369

 
11,373

Net interest income
12,611

 
12,188

 
37,088

 
35,880

Provision for loan losses
193

 
(76
)
 
48

 
636

Net interest income after provision for loan losses
12,418

 
12,264

 
37,040

 
35,244

Noninterest income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Service charges and fees
1,705

 
1,557

 
4,706

 
4,533

Investment and Trust advisory fees
689

 
748

 
2,146

 
2,144

Earnings on corporate owned life insurance policies
190

 
185

 
564

 
551

Net gain on sale of mortgage loans
199

 
171

 
408

 
339

Net gains on foreclosed assets
202

 
23

 
213

 
34

Net gains on sale of AFS securities
6

 

 
6

 

Other
283

 
194

 
721

 
515

Total noninterest income
3,274

 
2,878

 
8,764

 
8,116

Noninterest expenses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Compensation and benefits
5,971

 
5,845

 
17,650

 
17,018

Furniture and equipment
1,427

 
1,473

 
4,330

 
4,459

Occupancy
830

 
870

 
2,594

 
2,501

Other
2,392

 
2,899

 
7,584

 
8,004

Total noninterest expenses
10,620

 
11,087

 
32,158

 
31,982

Income before federal income tax expense
5,072

 
4,055

 
13,646

 
11,378

Federal income tax expense
630

 
359

 
1,520

 
887

NET INCOME
$
4,442

 
$
3,696

 
$
12,126

 
$
10,491

Earnings per common share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
$
0.56

 
$
0.47

 
$
1.53

 
$
1.33

Diluted
$
0.55

 
$
0.46

 
$
1.50

 
$
1.30

Cash dividends per common share
$
0.26

 
$
0.26

 
$
0.78

 
$
0.78







See notes to interim condensed consolidated financial statements (unaudited).

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INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (UNAUDITED)
(Dollars in thousands)

Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30
 
2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Net income
$
4,442

 
$
3,696

 
$
12,126

 
$
10,491

Unrealized gains (losses) on AFS securities arising during the period
1,724

 
(2,513
)
 
12,554

 
(12,548
)
Reclassification adjustment for net (gains) losses included in net income
(6
)
 

 
(6
)
 

Tax effect (1)
(310
)
 
522

 
(2,523
)
 
2,648

Unrealized gains (losses) on AFS securities, net of tax
1,408

 
(1,991
)
 
10,025

 
(9,900
)
Unrealized gains (losses) on derivative instruments arising during the period
(37
)
 
7

 
(245
)
 
160

Tax effect (1)
8

 
(2
)
 
51

 
(34
)
Unrealized gains (losses) on derivative instruments, net of tax
(29
)
 
5

 
(194
)
 
126

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
1,379

 
(1,986
)
 
9,831

 
(9,774
)
Comprehensive income (loss)
$
5,821

 
$
1,710

 
$
21,957

 
$
717

(1) 
See “Note 11 – Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income” for tax effect reconciliation.





















See notes to interim condensed consolidated financial statements (unaudited).

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INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY (UNAUDITED)
(Dollars in thousands except per share amounts)
 
Common Stock
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Common Shares
Outstanding
 
Amount
 
Common Shares to be
Issued for
Deferred
Compensation
Obligations
 
Retained
Earnings
 
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
 
Totals
Balance, January 1, 2018
7,857,293

 
$
140,277

 
$
5,502

 
$
51,728

 
$
(2,602
)
 
$
194,905

Comprehensive income (loss)

 

 

 
10,491

 
(9,774
)
 
717

Adoption of ASU 2016-01

 

 

 
(223
)
 
223

 

Issuance of common stock
189,074

 
5,093

 

 

 

 
5,093

Common stock transferred from the Rabbi Trust to satisfy deferred compensation obligations

 
612

 
(612
)
 

 

 

Share-based payment awards under equity compensation plan

 

 
449

 

 

 
449

Common stock purchased for deferred compensation obligations

 
(290
)
 

 

 

 
(290
)
Common stock repurchased pursuant to publicly announced repurchase plan
(215,427
)
 
(6,212
)
 

 

 

 
(6,212
)
Cash dividends paid ($0.78 per common share)

 

 

 
(6,126
)
 

 
(6,126
)
Balance, September 30, 2018
7,830,940

 
$
139,480

 
$
5,339

 
$
55,870

 
$
(12,153
)
 
$
188,536

Balance, January 1, 2019
7,870,969

 
$
140,416

 
$
5,431

 
$
57,357

 
$
(7,685
)
 
$
195,519

Comprehensive income (loss)

 

 

 
12,126

 
9,831

 
21,957

Issuance of common stock
159,521

 
3,672

 

 

 

 
3,672

Common stock transferred from the Rabbi Trust to satisfy deferred compensation obligations

 
268

 
(268
)
 

 

 

Share-based payment awards under equity compensation plan

 

 
415

 

 

 
415

Common stock purchased for deferred compensation obligations

 
(898
)
 

 

 

 
(898
)
Common stock repurchased pursuant to publicly announced repurchase plan
(92,256
)
 
(2,140
)
 

 

 

 
(2,140
)
Cash dividends paid ($0.78 per common share)

 

 

 
(6,149
)
 

 
(6,149
)
Balance, September 30, 2019
7,938,234

 
$
141,318

 
$
5,578

 
$
63,334

 
$
2,146

 
$
212,376














See notes to interim condensed consolidated financial statements (unaudited).

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INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
(Dollars in thousands)

Nine Months Ended 
 September 30
 
2019
 
2018
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
 
 
 
Net income
$
12,126

 
$
10,491

Reconciliation of net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
 
 
 
Undistributed earnings of equity securities without readily determinable fair values
(182
)
 
(143
)
Provision for loan losses
48

 
636

Depreciation
2,211

 
2,198

Amortization of OMSR
201

 
165

Amortization of acquisition intangibles
55

 
74

Net amortization of AFS securities
1,344

 
1,432

Net (gains) losses on sale of AFS securities
(6
)
 

Net unrealized (gains) losses on equity securities, at fair value

 
41

Net (gains) losses on sale of equity securities, at fair value

 
(1
)
Net gain on sale of mortgage loans
(408
)
 
(339
)
Net gains on foreclosed assets
(213
)
 
(34
)
Increase in cash value of corporate owned life insurance policies, net of expenses
(528
)
 
(521
)
Share-based payment awards under equity compensation plan
415

 
449

Origination of loans held-for-sale
(26,514
)
 
(20,072
)
Proceeds from loan sales
25,368

 
19,160

Net changes in operating assets and liabilities which provided (used) cash:
 
 
 
Accrued interest receivable
(432
)
 
(606
)
Other assets
2,047

 
348

Accrued interest payable and other liabilities
1,551

 
972

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
17,083

 
14,250

INVESTING ACTIVITIES
 
 
 
Activity in AFS securities
 
 
 
Sales
33,840

 

Maturities, calls, and principal payments
61,170

 
64,629

Purchases
(34,495
)
 
(31,018
)
Sale of equity securities, at fair value

 
3,537

Net loan principal (originations) collections
(63,900
)
 
(48,862
)
Proceeds from sales of foreclosed assets
649

 
201

Purchases of premises and equipment
(746
)
 
(1,934
)
Purchases of FHLB Stock

 
(1,494
)
Funding of low income housing tax credit investments
(393
)
 
(516
)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
(3,875
)
 
(15,457
)

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INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (continued)
(Dollars in thousands)
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30
 
2019
 
2018
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in deposits
$
16,080

 
$
11,548

Net increase (decrease) in borrowed funds
(62,913
)
 
14,898

Cash dividends paid on common stock
(6,149
)
 
(6,126
)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
3,672

 
5,093

Common stock repurchased
(2,140
)
 
(6,212
)
Common stock purchased for deferred compensation obligations
(898
)
 
(290
)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
(52,348
)
 
18,911

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
(39,140
)
 
17,704

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
73,471

 
30,848

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
$
34,331


$
48,552

SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOWS INFORMATION:
 
 
 
Interest paid
$
13,325

 
$
11,249

SUPPLEMENTAL NONCASH INFORMATION:
 
 
 
Transfers of loans to foreclosed assets
$
722

 
$
215





















See notes to interim condensed consolidated financial statements (unaudited).

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NOTES TO INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
(Dollars in thousands except per share amounts)
Note 1 – Basis of Presentation
As used in these notes, as well as in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, references to the “Corporation”, “Isabella”, “we”, “our”, “us”, and similar terms refer to the consolidated entity consisting of Isabella Bank Corporation and its subsidiary. References to Isabella Bank or the “Bank” refers to Isabella Bank Corporation’s subsidiary, Isabella Bank.
The accompanying unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements. In our opinion, all adjustments considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. Operating results for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the year ending December 31, 2019. For further information, refer to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018.
Our accounting policies are materially the same as those discussed in Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018.
Reclassifications: Certain amounts reported in the interim 2018 consolidated financial statements have been reclassified to conform with the 2019 presentation. Other assets and other liabilities on the interim condensed consolidated balance sheets were increased by $5,195 as of December 31, 2018 to reclassify pension and income tax related liabilities (pension: $3,470, income taxes $1,725). This resulted in a $5,195 increase in total assets and total liabilities as of December 31, 2018. All other balances and ratios were not materially impacted.
Note 2 – Accounting Standards Updates
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards Updates
ASU No. 2016-02: “Leases (Topic 842)”
In February 2016, ASU No. 2016-02 was issued to create Topic 842 - Leases which requires recognition of lease assets and lease liabilities on the balance sheet for leases previously classified as operating leases. Accounting guidance is for both lessee and lessor accounting. Under lessee accounting, a lessee should recognize in the statement of financial position a liability to make lease payments (the lease liability) and a right-of-use asset representing its right to use the underlying asset for the lease term.
For finance leases, a lessee is required to do the following: 1) recognize a right-of-use asset and a lease liability, initially measured at the present value of the lease payments, in the statement of financial position; 2) recognize interest on the lease liability separately from amortization of the right-of-use asset in the statement of comprehensive income; and 3) classify repayments of the principal portion of the lease liability within financing activities and payments of interest on the lease liability and variable lease payments within operating activities in the statement of cash flows. For operating leases, a lessee is required to do the following: 1) recognize a right-of-use asset and a lease liability, initially measured at the present value of the lease payments, in the statement of financial position; 2) recognize a single lease cost, calculated so that the cost of the lease is allocated over the lease term on a generally straight-line basis; and 3) classify all cash payments within operating activities in the statement of cash flows.
The accounting applied by a lessor is largely unchanged from that applied under previous GAAP. The new authoritative guidance was effective on January 1, 2019. We reviewed our lease agreements to determine the appropriate treatment under this guidance. These changes resulted in the recognition of a $72 operating lease asset and liability on the consolidated balance sheet as of January 1, 2019 which was restated prospectively. Given the current insignificant impact to our operating results, further financial statement disclosures were not considered necessary as of September 30, 2019.
Pending Accounting Standards Updates
ASU No. 2016-13: “Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments”
In June 2016, ASU No. 2016-13 was issued and updated the measurement for credit losses for AFS debt securities and assets measured at amortized cost which includes loans, trade receivables, and any other financial assets with the contractual right to receive cash. Current GAAP requires an “incurred loss” methodology for recognizing credit losses that delays recognition until

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it is probable a loss has been incurred. Under the incurred loss approach, entities are limited to a probable initial recognition threshold when credit losses are measured under GAAP; an entity generally only considers past events and current conditions in measuring the incurred loss.
Under the new guidance, the incurred loss impairment methodology in current GAAP is replaced with a methodology that reflects current expected credit losses (CECL). This methodology requires consideration of a broader range of reasonable and supportable information to calculate credit loss estimates. The measurement of expected credit losses is based on relevant information about past events, including historical experience, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts that affect the collectability of the reported amount. An entity must use judgment in determining the relevant information and estimation methods that are appropriate in its circumstances which applies to assets measured either collectively or individually.
The update allows an entity to revert to historical loss information that is reflective of the contractual term (considering the effect of prepayments) for periods that are beyond the time frame for which the entity is able to develop reasonable and supportable forecasts. In addition, the disclosures of credit quality indicators in relation to the amortized cost of financing receivables, a current disclosure requirement, are further disaggregated by year of origination (or vintage). The vintage information will be useful for financial statement users to better assess changes in underwriting standards and credit quality trends in asset portfolios over time and the effect of those changes on credit losses.
Overall, the update will allow entities the ability to measure expected credit losses without the restriction of incurred or probable losses that exist under current GAAP. For users of the financial statements, the update requires disclosure of decision-useful information about the expected credit losses on financial instruments and other commitments to extend credit held by a reporting entity at each reporting date. The new authoritative guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2019 and may have a significant impact on our operations and financial statement disclosures as well as that of the banking industry as a whole. Effective October 16, 2019, the FASB approved changes to the implementation date of this guidance. As a small reporting company, as defined by the SEC, our implementation date was delayed from January 1, 2020 to January 1, 2023. Early adoption continues to be permissible. While we will consider an early adoption of ASU 2016-13, we do not expect to early adopt effective January 1, 2020.
We have invested a considerable amount of effort toward this guidance and will continue to invest considerable effort until our implementation date. A committee was formed and has developed a road map to implementation, and the committee is accountable for timely and accurate adoption of the guidance. A company that has focused on the ALLL for more than 10 years and serves hundreds of financial institutions has been engaged to provide us with education, advisory, and software solutions exclusively related to the ACL. We will run parallel processes which will help to ensure we are ready to calculate, review, and report the ACL by the required implementation date.
ASU No. 2018-13: “Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820): Disclosure Framework-Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Fair Value Measurement”
In August 2018, ASU No. 2018-13 was issued and provided updated framework related to fair value disclosures. For entities required to make disclosures about recurring or nonrecurring fair value measurements, the update provides disclosure modifications which include the removal, modification and addition of specific disclosure requirements.
The new authoritative guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2019 and will impact our financial statement disclosures.
ASU No. 2018-14: “Compensation - Retirement Benefits - Defined Pension Plans - General (Subtopic 715-20): Disclosure Framework - Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Defined Benefit Plans”
In August 2018, ASU No. 2018-14 was issued and provided updated framework related to defined benefit plans. For employers that sponsor defined benefit pension or other postretirement plans, the update provides disclosure modifications which include the removal of six specific requirements, the addition of two specific requirements and clarification to existing requirements.
Disclosure additions include 1) the weighted-average interest crediting rates for cash balance plans and other plans with promised interest crediting rates; 2) an explanation of the reasons for significant gains and losses related to changes in the benefit obligation for the period. Clarification items relate to 1) the projected benefit obligation (PBO) and fair value of plan assets for plans with PBOs in excess of plan assets; and 2) the accumulated benefit obligation (ABO) and fair value of plan assets for plans with ABOs in excess of plan assets.

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The new authoritative guidance is effective for fiscal years ending after December 15, 2020, with early adoption permitted, and will likely impact our financial statement disclosures.
ASU No. 2018-15: “Intangibles - Goodwill and Other - Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40): Customer’s Accounting for Implementation Costs Incurred in a Cloud Computing Arrangement That Is a Service Contract”
In August 2018, ASU No. 2018-15 was issued and provided guidance on the accounting for implementation, setup, and
other upfront costs (collectively referred to as implementation costs) for entities that are a customer in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract. The guidance also provides clarification on requirements to capitalize implementation costs and the required accounting for expenses related to capitalization of implementation costs.
The new authoritative guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2019, with early adoption permitted. The impact on our operating results and financial statement disclosures as a result of this update will depend upon our current and future arrangements and whether or not they meet the requirement to be capitalized.
Note 3 – AFS Securities
The amortized cost and fair value of AFS securities, with gross unrealized gains and losses, are as follows at:
 
September 30, 2019

Amortized
Cost
 
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
 
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
 
Fair
Value
States and political subdivisions
$
170,897

 
$
4,679

 
$
1

 
$
175,575

Auction rate money market preferred
3,200

 

 
111

 
3,089

Mortgage-backed securities
149,843

 
975

 
698

 
150,120

Collateralized mortgage obligations
115,452

 
1,501

 
208

 
116,745

Total
$
439,392

 
$
7,155

 
$
1,018

 
$
445,529

 
December 31, 2018

Amortized
Cost
 
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
 
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
 
Fair
Value
Government sponsored enterprises
$
172

 
$

 
$
2

 
$
170

States and political subdivisions
188,992

 
2,125

 
251

 
190,866

Auction rate money market preferred
3,200

 

 
646

 
2,554

Mortgage-backed securities
189,688

 
76

 
5,280

 
184,484

Collateralized mortgage obligations
119,193

 
71

 
2,504

 
116,760

Total
$
501,245

 
$
2,272

 
$
8,683

 
$
494,834

The amortized cost and fair value of AFS securities by contractual maturity at September 30, 2019 are as follows:
 
Maturing
 
Securities with Variable Monthly Payments or Noncontractual Maturities
 
 

Due in
One Year
or Less
 
After One
Year But
Within
Five Years
 
After Five
Years But
Within
Ten Years
 
After
Ten Years
 
 
Total
States and political subdivisions
$
29,273

 
$
70,436

 
$
44,018

 
$
27,170

 
$

 
$
170,897

Auction rate money market preferred

 

 

 

 
3,200

 
3,200

Mortgage-backed securities

 

 

 

 
149,843

 
149,843

Collateralized mortgage obligations

 

 

 

 
115,452

 
115,452

Total amortized cost
$
29,273

 
$
70,436

 
$
44,018

 
$
27,170

 
$
268,495

 
$
439,392

Fair value
$
29,378

 
$
71,963

 
$
45,538

 
$
28,696

 
$
269,954

 
$
445,529

Expected maturities for government sponsored enterprises and states and political subdivisions may differ from contractual maturities because issuers may have the right to call or prepay obligations.

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As the auction rate money market preferred investments have continual call dates, they are not reported by a specific maturity group. Because of their variable monthly payments, mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations are not reported by a specific maturity group.
A summary of the sales activity of AFS securities was as follows for the:
 
Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30
 
2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Proceeds from sales of AFS securities
$
33,840

 
$

 
$
33,840

 
$

Gross realized gains (losses)
$
6

 
$

 
$
6

 
$

Applicable income tax expense (benefit)
$
1

 
$

 
$
1

 
$

The following information pertains to AFS securities with gross unrealized losses at September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, aggregated by investment category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous loss position.
 
September 30, 2019
 
Less Than Twelve Months
 
Twelve Months or More
 
 

Gross
Unrealized
Losses
 
Fair
Value
 
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
 
Fair
Value
 
Total
Unrealized
Losses
States and political subdivisions
$
1

 
$
797

 
$

 
$

 
$
1

Auction rate money market preferred

 

 
111

 
3,089

 
111

Mortgage-backed securities
4

 
5,943

 
694

 
66,703

 
698

Collateralized mortgage obligations
47

 
11,312

 
161

 
17,043

 
208

Total
$
52

 
$
18,052

 
$
966

 
$
86,835

 
$
1,018

Number of securities in an unrealized loss position:
 
 
10

 
 
 
23

 
33

 
December 31, 2018
 
Less Than Twelve Months
 
Twelve Months or More
 
 

Gross
Unrealized
Losses
 
Fair
Value
 
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
 
Fair
Value
 
Total
Unrealized
Losses
Government sponsored enterprises
$

 
$

 
$
2

 
$
170

 
$
2

States and political subdivisions
83

 
14,732

 
168

 
15,090

 
251

Auction rate money market preferred

 

 
646

 
2,554

 
646

Mortgage-backed securities
896

 
43,485

 
4,384

 
124,253

 
5,280

Collateralized mortgage obligations
199

 
21,886

 
2,305

 
87,929

 
2,504

Total
$
1,178

 
$
80,103

 
$
7,505

 
$
229,996

 
$
8,683

Number of securities in an unrealized loss position:
 
 
66

 
 
 
102

 
168

The reduction in unrealized losses on our AFS securities portfolio resulted from recent decreases in intermediate-term and long-term benchmark interest rates.
As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, we conducted an analysis to determine whether any AFS securities currently in an unrealized loss position should be identified as other-than-temporarily impaired. Such analyses considered, among other factors, the following criteria:
Has the value of the investment declined more than what is deemed to be reasonable based on a risk and maturity adjusted discount rate?
Is the investment credit rating below investment grade?
Is it probable the issuer will be unable to pay the amount when due?
Is it more likely than not that we will have to sell the security before recovery of its cost basis?
Has the duration of the investment been extended?
Based on our analysis, which included the criteria outlined above and the fact that we have asserted that we do not have to sell AFS securities in an unrealized loss position, we do not believe that the values of any AFS securities are other-than-temporarily

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impaired as of September 30, 2019 or December 31, 2018, with the exception of one municipal bond previously identified which had no activity during the period.
Note 4 – Loans and ALLL
We grant commercial, agricultural, residential real estate, and consumer loans to customers situated primarily in Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Mecosta, Midland, Montcalm, and Saginaw counties in Michigan. The ability of the borrowers to honor their repayment obligations is often dependent upon the real estate, agricultural, manufacturing, retail, gaming, tourism, health care, higher education, and general economic conditions of this region. Substantially all of our consumer and residential real estate loans are secured by various items of property, while commercial loans are secured primarily by real estate, business assets, and personal guarantees. A portion of loans are unsecured.
Loans that we have the intent and ability to hold in our portfolio are reported at their outstanding principal balance adjusted for any charge-offs, the ALLL, and any deferred fees or costs. Interest income is accrued over the term of the loan based on the principal amount outstanding. Loan origination fees and certain direct loan origination costs are capitalized and recognized as a component of interest income over the term of the loan using the appropriate amortization methods.
The accrual of interest on commercial and agricultural loans, as well as residential real estate loans, is discontinued at the time a loan is 90 days or more past due unless the credit is well-secured and in the process of short-term collection. Upon transferring a loan to nonaccrual status, we perform an evaluation to determine the net realizable value of the underlying collateral. This evaluation is used to help determine if a charge-off is necessary. Consumer loans are typically charged-off no later than 180 days past due. Past due status is based on the contractual term of the loan. In all cases, a loan is placed in nonaccrual status or charged-off at an earlier date if collection of principal or interest is considered doubtful.
When a loan is placed in nonaccrual status or charged-off, all interest accrued in the current calendar year, but not collected, is reversed against interest income while interest accrued in prior calendar years, but not collected, is charged against the ALLL. Loans may be returned to accrual status after six months of continuous performance and achievement of current payment status.
Commercial and agricultural loans include loans for commercial real estate, commercial operating loans, advances to mortgage brokers, farmland and agricultural production, and loans to states and political subdivisions. Repayment of these loans is dependent upon the successful operation and management of a business. We minimize our risk by limiting the amount of direct credit exposure to any one borrower to $15,000. Borrowers with direct credit needs of more than $15,000 may be serviced through the use of loan participations with other commercial banks. Commercial and agricultural real estate loans commonly require loan-to-value limits of 80% or less. Depending upon the type of loan, past credit history, and current operating results, we may require the borrower to pledge accounts receivable, inventory, property, or equipment. Personal guarantees are generally required from the owners of closely held corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships. In addition, we may require annual financial statements, prepare cash flow analyses, and review credit reports.
We entered into a mortgage purchase program in 2016 with a financial institution where we participate in advances to mortgage brokers (“advances”). The mortgage brokers originate residential mortgage loans with the intent to sell them on the secondary market. We participate in the advance to the mortgage broker, which is secured by the underlying mortgage loan, until it is ultimately sold on the secondary market. As such, the average life of each participated advance is approximately 20-30 days. Funds from the sale of the loan are used to pay off our participation in the advance to the mortgage broker. We classify these advances as commercial loans and include the outstanding balance in commercial loans on our consolidated balance sheet. Under the participation agreement, we committed to a maximum outstanding aggregate amount of $50,000. The difference between our outstanding balance and the maximum outstanding aggregate amount is classified as “Unfunded commitments under lines of credit” in the “Contractual Obligations and Loan Commitments” section of the Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations of this report.
We offer adjustable rate mortgages, construction loans, and fixed rate residential real estate loans which have amortization periods up to a maximum of 30 years. We consider the anticipated direction of interest rates, balance sheet duration, the sensitivity of our balance sheet to changes in interest rates, our liquidity needs, and overall loan demand to determine whether or not to sell fixed rate loans to Freddie Mac.
Our lending policies generally limit the maximum loan-to-value ratio on residential real estate loans to 100% of the lower of the appraised value of the property or the purchase price. Private mortgage insurance is typically required on loans with loan-to-value ratios in excess of 80% unless the loan qualifies for government guarantees.

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Underwriting criteria for originated residential real estate loans generally include:
Evaluation of the borrower’s ability to make monthly payments.
Evaluation of the value of the property securing the loan.
Ensuring the payment of principal, interest, taxes, and hazard insurance does not exceed 28% of a borrower’s gross income.
Ensuring all debt servicing does not exceed 40% of income.
Verification of acceptable credit reports.
Verification of employment, income, and financial information.
Appraisals are performed by independent appraisers and reviewed for appropriateness. Generally, mortgage loan requests are reviewed by our mortgage loan committee or through a secondary market underwriting system; loans in excess of $1,000 require the approval of our Internal Loan Committee, the Executive Loan Committee, the Board of Directors’ Loan Committee, or the Board of Directors.
Consumer loans include secured and unsecured personal loans. Loans are amortized for a period of up to 15 years based on the age and value of the underlying collateral. The underwriting emphasis is on a borrower’s perceived intent and ability to pay rather than collateral value. No consumer loans are sold to the secondary market.
The ALLL is established as losses are estimated to have occurred through a provision for loan losses charged to earnings. Loan losses are charged against the ALLL when we believe the uncollectability of the loan balance is probable. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the ALLL.
The ALLL is evaluated on a regular basis for appropriateness. Our periodic review of the collectability of a loan considers historical experience, the nature and volume of the loan portfolio, adverse situations that may affect the borrower’s ability to repay, estimated value of any underlying collateral, and prevailing economic conditions. This evaluation is inherently subjective as it requires estimates that are susceptible to significant revision as more information becomes available.
The primary factors behind the determination of the level of the ALLL are specific allocations for impaired loans, historical loss percentages, as well as unallocated components. Specific allocations for impaired loans are primarily determined based on the difference between the loan’s outstanding balance and the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate, or the fair value of the collateral, less costs to sell, if the loan is collateral dependent. Historical loss allocations are calculated at the loan class and segment levels based on a migration analysis of the loan portfolio, with the exception of advances to mortgage brokers, over the preceding five years. With no historical losses on advances to mortgage brokers, there is no allocation in the commercial segment displayed in the following tables. The unallocated component of the allowance reflects the margin of imprecision inherent in the underlying assumptions used in the methodologies for estimating specific and general losses in the portfolio.
A summary of changes in the ALLL and the recorded investment in loans by segments follows:
 
Allowance for Loan Losses
 
Three Months Ended September 30, 2019

Commercial
 
Agricultural
 
Residential Real Estate
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
July 1, 2019
$
2,080

 
$
612

 
$
1,882

 
$
927

 
$
2,536

 
$
8,037

Charge-offs
(21
)
 
(1
)
 

 
(121
)
 

 
(143
)
Recoveries
25

 
1

 
25

 
31

 

 
82

Provision for loan losses
(24
)
 
(57
)
 
(38
)
 
183

 
129

 
193

September 30, 2019
$
2,060

 
$
555

 
$
1,869

 
$
1,020

 
$
2,665

 
$
8,169

 
Allowance for Loan Losses

Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019

Commercial

Agricultural

Residential Real Estate

Consumer

Unallocated

Total
January 1, 2019
$
2,563


$
775


$
1,992


$
857


$
2,188


$
8,375

Charge-offs
(134
)

(60
)

(96
)

(324
)



(614
)
Recoveries
98


2


143


117




360

Provision for loan losses
(467
)

(162
)

(170
)

370


477


48

September 30, 2019
$
2,060


$
555


$
1,869


$
1,020


$
2,665


$
8,169


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Allowance for Loan Losses and Recorded Investment in Loans
 
September 30, 2019

Commercial
 
Agricultural
 
Residential Real Estate
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
ALLL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Individually evaluated for impairment
$
34

 
$
132

 
$
1,167

 
$

 
$

 
$
1,333

Collectively evaluated for impairment
2,026

 
423

 
702

 
1,020

 
2,665

 
6,836

Total
$
2,060

 
$
555

 
$
1,869

 
$
1,020

 
$
2,665

 
$
8,169

Loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Individually evaluated for impairment
$
8,626

 
$
13,766

 
$
5,953

 
$

 
 
 
$
28,345

Collectively evaluated for impairment
700,109

 
104,694

 
286,358

 
72,298

 
 
 
1,163,459

Total
$
708,735

 
$
118,460

 
$
292,311

 
$
72,298

 
 
 
$
1,191,804

 
Allowance for Loan Losses
 
Three Months Ended September 30, 2018

Commercial
 
Agricultural
 
Residential Real Estate
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
July 1, 2018
$
2,197

 
$
982

 
$
2,167

 
$
882

 
$
1,972

 
$
8,200

Charge-offs

 
(7
)
 
(61
)
 
(111
)
 

 
(179
)
Recoveries
79

 
1

 
37

 
38

 

 
155

Provision for loan losses
(255
)
 
(194
)
 
239

 
93

 
41

 
(76
)
September 30, 2018
$
2,021

 
$
782

 
$
2,382

 
$
902

 
$
2,013

 
$
8,100

 
Allowance for Loan Losses
 
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2018

Commercial
 
Agricultural
 
Residential Real Estate
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
January 1, 2018
$
1,706

 
$
611

 
$
2,563

 
$
900

 
$
1,920

 
$
7,700

Charge-offs
(450
)
 
(51
)
 
(100
)
 
(247
)
 

 
(848
)
Recoveries
282

 
2

 
162

 
166

 

 
612

Provision for loan losses
483

 
220

 
(243
)
 
83

 
93

 
636

September 30, 2018
$
2,021

 
$
782

 
$
2,382

 
$
902

 
$
2,013

 
$
8,100

 
Allowance for Loan Losses and Recorded Investment in Loans
 
December 31, 2018

Commercial
 
Agricultural
 
Residential Real Estate
 
Consumer
 
Unallocated
 
Total
ALLL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Individually evaluated for impairment
$
443

 
$
132

 
$
1,363

 
$

 
$

 
$
1,938

Collectively evaluated for impairment
2,120

 
643

 
629

 
857

 
2,188

 
6,437

Total
$
2,563

 
$
775

 
$
1,992

 
$
857

 
$
2,188

 
$
8,375

Loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Individually evaluated for impairment
$
9,899

 
$
14,298

 
$
6,893

 
$
9

 
 
 
$
31,099

Collectively evaluated for impairment
649,630

 
112,863

 
268,450

 
66,665

 
 
 
1,097,608

Total
$
659,529


$
127,161

 
$
275,343

 
$
66,674

 
 
 
$
1,128,707


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The following tables display the credit quality indicators for commercial and agricultural credit exposures based on internally assigned credit risk ratings as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
Commercial
 
Agricultural

Real Estate
 
Other
 
Advances to Mortgage Brokers
 
Total
 
Real Estate
 
Other
 
Total
 
Total
Rating
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
1 - Excellent
$

 
$
10

 
$

 
$
10

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
10

2 - High quality
3,342

 
11,829

 

 
15,171

 
2,020

 
405

 
2,425

 
17,596

3 - High satisfactory
122,861

 
47,475

 
46,702

 
217,038

 
17,199

 
5,127

 
22,326

 
239,364

4 - Low satisfactory
358,474

 
89,422

 

 
447,896

 
45,622

 
20,746

 
66,368

 
514,264

5 - Special mention
16,623

 
6,127

 

 
22,750

 
8,313

 
4,317

 
12,630

 
35,380

6 - Substandard
3,761

 
477

 

 
4,238

 
6,342

 
3,849

 
10,191

 
14,429

7 - Vulnerable
390

 
1,242

 

 
1,632

 
2,744

 
1,776

 
4,520

 
6,152

8 - Doubtful

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9 - Loss

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total
$
505,451

 
$
156,582

 
$
46,702

 
$
708,735

 
$
82,240

 
$
36,220

 
$
118,460

 
$
827,195

 
December 31, 2018
 
Commercial
 
Agricultural

Real Estate
 
Other
 
Advances to Mortgage Brokers
 
Total
 
Real Estate
 
Other
 
Total
 
Total
Rating
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1 - Excellent
$
21

 
$
31

 
$

 
$
52

 
$
51

 
$
28

 
$
79

 
$
131

2 - High quality
4,564

 
13,473

 

 
18,037

 
2,729

 
613

 
3,342

 
21,379

3 - High satisfactory
127,573

 
43,199

 
11,793

 
182,565

 
18,325

 
7,039

 
25,364

 
207,929

4 - Low satisfactory
344,920

 
84,634

 

 
429,554

 
46,636

 
19,344

 
65,980

 
495,534

5 - Special mention
12,847

 
5,287

 

 
18,134

 
10,520

 
5,624

 
16,144

 
34,278

6 - Substandard
7,428

 
2,002

 

 
9,430

 
6,343

 
4,960

 
11,303

 
20,733

7 - Vulnerable
334

 
1,423

 

 
1,757

 
2,716

 
2,233

 
4,949

 
6,706

8 - Doubtful

 

 

 

 

 

 



9 - Loss

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total
$
497,687

 
$
150,049

 
$
11,793

 
$
659,529

 
$
87,320

 
$
39,841

 
$
127,161


$
786,690

Internally assigned credit risk ratings are reviewed, at a minimum, when loans are renewed or when management has knowledge of improvements or deterioration of the credit quality of individual credits. Descriptions of the internally assigned credit risk ratings for commercial and agricultural loans are as follows:
1. EXCELLENT – Substantially Risk Free
Credit has strong financial condition and solid earnings history, characterized by:
High liquidity, strong cash flow, low leverage.
Unquestioned ability to meet all obligations when due.
Experienced management, with management succession in place.
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2. HIGH QUALITY – Limited Risk
Credit with sound financial condition and a positive trend in earnings supplemented by:
Favorable liquidity and leverage ratios.
Ability to meet all obligations when due.
Management with successful track record.
Steady and satisfactory earnings history.
If loan is secured, collateral is of high quality and readily marketable.
Access to alternative financing.
Well defined primary and secondary source of repayment.
If supported by guaranty, the financial strength and liquidity of the guarantor(s) are clearly evident.
3. HIGH SATISFACTORY – Reasonable Risk
Credit with satisfactory financial condition and further characterized by:
Working capital adequate to support operations.
Cash flow sufficient to pay debts as scheduled.
Management experience and depth appear favorable.
Loan performing according to terms.
If loan is secured, collateral is acceptable and loan is fully protected.
4. LOW SATISFACTORY – Acceptable Risk
Credit with bankable risks, although some signs of weaknesses are shown:
Would include most start-up businesses.
Occasional instances of trade slowness or repayment delinquency – may have been 10-30 days slow within the past year.
Management’s abilities are apparent yet unproven.
Weakness in primary source of repayment with adequate secondary source of repayment.
Loan structure generally in accordance with policy.
If secured, loan collateral coverage is marginal.
To be classified as less than satisfactory, only one of the following criteria must be met.
5. SPECIAL MENTION – Criticized
Credit constitutes an undue and unwarranted credit risk but not to the point of justifying a classification of substandard. The credit risk may be relatively minor yet constitutes an unwarranted risk in light of the circumstances surrounding a specific loan:
Downward trend in sales, profit levels, and margins.
Impaired working capital position.
Cash flow is strained in order to meet debt repayment.
Loan delinquency (30-60 days) and overdrafts may occur.
Shrinking equity cushion.
Diminishing primary source of repayment and questionable secondary source.
Management abilities are questionable.
Weak industry conditions.
Litigation pending against the borrower.
Loan may need to be restructured to improve collateral position or reduce payments.
Collateral or guaranty offers limited protection.
Negative debt service coverage, however the credit is well collateralized and payments are current.

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6. SUBSTANDARD – Classified
Credit is inadequately protected by the current net worth and paying capacity of the borrower or of the collateral pledged. There is a distinct possibility we will implement collection procedures if the loan deficiencies are not corrected. Any commercial loan placed in nonaccrual status will be rated “7” or worse. In addition, the following characteristics may apply:
Sustained losses have severely eroded the equity and cash flow.
Deteriorating liquidity.
Serious management problems or internal fraud.
Original repayment terms liberalized.
Likelihood of bankruptcy.
Inability to access other funding sources.
Reliance on secondary source of repayment.
Litigation filed against borrower.
Interest non-accrual may be warranted.
Collateral provides little or no value.
Requires excessive attention of the loan officer.
Borrower is uncooperative with loan officer.
7. VULNERABLE – Classified
Credit is considered “Substandard” and warrants placing in nonaccrual status. Risk of loss is being evaluated and exit strategy options are under review. Other characteristics that may apply:
Insufficient cash flow to service debt.
Minimal or no payments being received.
Limited options available to avoid the collection process.
Transition status, expect action will take place to collect loan without immediate progress being made.
8. DOUBTFUL – Workout
Credit has all the weaknesses inherent in a “Substandard” loan with the added characteristic that collection and/or liquidation is pending. The possibility of a loss is extremely high, but its classification as a loss is deferred until liquidation procedures are completed, or reasonably estimable. Other characteristics that may apply:
Normal operations are severely diminished or have ceased.
Seriously impaired cash flow.
Original repayment terms materially altered.
Secondary source of repayment is inadequate.
Survivability as a “going concern” is impossible.
Collection process has begun.
Bankruptcy petition has been filed.
Judgments have been filed.
Portion of the loan balance has been charged-off.
9. LOSS – Charge-off
Credit is considered uncollectible and of such little value that their continuance as bankable assets is not warranted. This classification is for charged-off loans but does not mean that the asset has absolutely no recovery or salvage value. These loans are further characterized by:
Liquidation or reorganization under Bankruptcy, with poor prospects of collection.
Fraudulently overstated assets and/or earnings.
Collateral has marginal or no value.
Debtor cannot be located.
Over 120 days delinquent.

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Our primary credit quality indicator for residential real estate and consumer loans is the individual loan’s past due aging. The following tables summarize the past due and current loans for the entire loan portfolio as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
Accruing Interest
and Past Due:
 
 
 
Total Past Due and Nonaccrual
 
 
 
 

30-59
Days
 
60-89
Days
 
90 Days
or More
 
Nonaccrual
 
 
Current
 
Total
Commercial
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
$
791

 
$
282

 
$

 
$
390

 
$
1,463

 
$
503,988

 
$
505,451

Commercial other
451

 
19

 

 
1,242

 
1,712

 
154,870

 
156,582

Advances to mortgage brokers

 

 

 

 

 
46,702

 
46,702

Total commercial
1,242

 
301

 

 
1,632

 
3,175

 
705,560

 
708,735

Agricultural
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Agricultural real estate
280

 

 

 
2,744

 
3,024

 
79,216

 
82,240

Agricultural other

 

 

 
1,776

 
1,776

 
34,444

 
36,220

Total agricultural
280

 

 

 
4,520

 
4,800

 
113,660

 
118,460

Residential real estate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Senior liens
301

 
593

 
40

 
736

 
1,670

 
248,995

 
250,665

Junior liens

 
6

 

 

 
6

 
6,106

 
6,112

Home equity lines of credit
249

 

 

 
74

 
323

 
35,211

 
35,534

Total residential real estate
550

 
599

 
40

 
810

 
1,999

 
290,312

 
292,311

Consumer
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Secured
136

 
17

 

 

 
153

 
68,258

 
68,411

Unsecured
4

 
5

 

 

 
9

 
3,878

 
3,887

Total consumer
140

 
22

 

 

 
162

 
72,136

 
72,298

Total
$
2,212

 
$
922

 
$
40

 
$
6,962

 
$
10,136

 
$
1,181,668

 
$
1,191,804


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December 31, 2018
 
Accruing Interest
and Past Due:
 
 
 
Total Past Due and Nonaccrual
 
 
 
 

30-59
Days
 
60-89
Days
 
90 Days
or More
 
Nonaccrual
 
 
Current
 
Total
Commercial
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
$
60

 
$

 
$

 
$
334

 
$
394

 
$
497,293

 
$
497,687

Commercial other
277

 
628

 

 
1,423

 
2,328

 
147,721

 
150,049

Advances to mortgage brokers

 

 

 

 

 
11,793

 
11,793

Total commercial
337

 
628

 

 
1,757

 
2,722

 
656,807

 
659,529

Agricultural
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Agricultural real estate
428

 

 

 
2,716

 
3,144

 
84,176

 
87,320

Agricultural other

 

 

 
2,233

 
2,233

 
37,608

 
39,841

Total agricultural
428

 

 

 
4,949

 
5,377

 
121,784

 
127,161

Residential real estate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Senior liens
2,254

 
203

 
113

 
554

 
3,124

 
233,438

 
236,562

Junior liens
2

 
6

 

 

 
8

 
6,001

 
6,009

Home equity lines of credit
76

 

 

 

 
76

 
32,696

 
32,772

Total residential real estate
2,332

 
209

 
113

 
554

 
3,208

 
272,135

 
275,343

Consumer
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Secured
95

 

 

 

 
95

 
62,721

 
62,816

Unsecured
10

 

 

 

 
10

 
3,848

 
3,858

Total consumer
105

 

 

 

 
105

 
66,569

 
66,674

Total
$
3,202

 
$
837

 
$
113

 
$
7,260

 
$
11,412

 
$
1,117,295

 
$
1,128,707

Impaired Loans
Loans may be classified as impaired if they meet one or more of the following criteria:
1.
There has been a charge-off of its principal balance (in whole or in part);
2.
The loan has been classified as a TDR; or
3.
The loan is in nonaccrual status.
Impairment is measured on a loan-by-loan basis for commercial and agricultural loans by comparing the loan’s outstanding balance to the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate, or the fair value of the collateral, less costs to sell, if the loan is collateral dependent. Large groups of smaller-balance, homogeneous residential real estate and consumer loans are collectively evaluated for impairment by comparing the loan’s unpaid principal balance to the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate.

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We do not recognize interest income on impaired loans in nonaccrual status. For impaired loans not classified as nonaccrual, interest income is recognized daily, as earned, according to the terms of the loan agreement and the principal amount outstanding. The following is a summary of information pertaining to impaired loans as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
December 31, 2018

Recorded Balance
 
Unpaid Principal Balance
 
Valuation Allowance
 
Recorded Balance
 
Unpaid Principal Balance
 
Valuation Allowance
Impaired loans with a valuation allowance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
$
947

 
$
1,190

 
$
29

 
$
3,969

 
$
4,211

 
$
437

Commercial other
11

 
11

 
5

 
12

 
12

 
6

Agricultural real estate
1,512

 
1,512

 
101

 
392

 
392

 
112

Agricultural other
1,347

 
1,347

 
31

 
44

 
44

 
20

Residential real estate senior liens
5,845

 
6,315

 
1,165

 
6,834

 
7,289

 
1,361

Residential real estate junior liens
12

 
12

 
2

 
12

 
12

 
2

Total impaired loans with a valuation allowance
9,674

 
10,387

 
1,333

 
11,263

 
11,960

 
1,938

Impaired loans without a valuation allowance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
5,139

 
5,278

 
 
 
2,794

 
2,947

 
 
Commercial other
2,529

 
2,529

 
 
 
3,124

 
3,231

 
 
Agricultural real estate
7,005

 
7,005

 
 
 
7,618

 
7,618

 
 
Agricultural other
3,902

 
3,902

 
 
 
6,244

 
6,287

 
 
Home equity lines of credit
96

 
396

 
 
 
47

 
347

 
 
Consumer secured

 

 
 
 
9

 
9

 
 
Total impaired loans without a valuation allowance
18,671

 
19,110

 
 
 
19,836

 
20,439

 
 
Impaired loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial
8,626

 
9,008

 
34

 
9,899

 
10,401

 
443

Agricultural
13,766

 
13,766

 
132

 
14,298

 
14,341

 
132

Residential real estate
5,953

 
6,723

 
1,167

 
6,893

 
7,648

 
1,363

Consumer

 

 

 
9

 
9

 

Total impaired loans
$
28,345

 
$
29,497

 
$
1,333

 
$
31,099

 
$
32,399

 
$
1,938


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The following is a summary of information pertaining to impaired loans for the:
 
Three Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Average Recorded Balance
 
Interest Income Recognized
 
Average Recorded Balance
 
Interest Income Recognized
Impaired loans with a valuation allowance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
$
1,546

 
$
2

 
$
4,195

 
$
14

Commercial other
11

 

 
778

 
16

Agricultural real estate
1,513

 
10

 
673

 
40

Agricultural other
1,292

 
11

 
324

 
45

Residential real estate senior liens
6,096

 
14

 
7,512

 
17

Residential real estate junior liens
12

 

 
18

 

Total impaired loans with a valuation allowance
10,470

 
37

 
13,500

 
132

Impaired loans without a valuation allowance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
4,664

 
12

 
3,076

 
8

Commercial other
2,607

 
7

 
1,396

 
2

Agricultural real estate
6,995

 
45

 
7,193

 
137

Agricultural other
3,820

 
45

 
5,786

 
68

Home equity lines of credit
63

 

 
59

 

Consumer secured
4

 

 
11

 

Total impaired loans without a valuation allowance
18,153

 
109

 
17,521

 
215

Impaired loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial
8,828

 
21

 
9,445

 
40

Agricultural
13,620

 
111

 
13,976

 
290

Residential real estate
6,171

 
14

 
7,589

 
17

Consumer
4

 

 
11

 

Total impaired loans
$
28,623

 
$
146

 
$
31,021

 
$
347


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Nine Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Average Recorded Balance
 
Interest Income Recognized
 
Average Recorded Balance
 
Interest Income Recognized
Impaired loans with a valuation allowance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
$
2,484

 
$
58

 
$
4,739

 
$
118

Commercial other
11

 

 
1,263

 
55

Agricultural real estate
951

 
73

 
584

 
46

Agricultural other
659

 
20

 
108

 
45

Residential real estate senior liens
6,406

 
101

 
7,694

 
107

Residential real estate junior liens
12

 

 
29

 

Total impaired loans with a valuation allowance
10,523

 
252


14,417


371

Impaired loans without a valuation allowance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
3,979

 
86

 
2,763

 
55

Commercial other
2,776

 
41

 
1,297

 
21

Agricultural real estate
7,308

 
110

 
7,600

 
414

Agricultural other
4,913

 
201

 
4,105

 
219

Home equity lines of credit
47

 
6

 
68

 
5

Consumer secured
7

 

 
13

 

Total impaired loans without a valuation allowance
19,030

 
444

 
15,846

 
714

Impaired loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial
9,250

 
185

 
10,062

 
249

Agricultural
13,831

 
404

 
12,397

 
724

Residential real estate
6,465

 
107

 
7,791

 
112

Consumer
7

 

 
13

 

Total impaired loans
$
29,553

 
$
696

 
$
30,263

 
$
1,085

We had committed to advance $228 and $542 in connection with impaired loans, which includes TDRs, as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively.
Troubled Debt Restructurings
A loan modification is considered to be a TDR when the modification includes terms outside of normal lending practices to a borrower who is experiencing financial difficulties.
Typical concessions granted include, but are not limited to:
Agreeing to interest rates below prevailing market rates for debt with similar risk characteristics.
Extending the amortization period beyond typical lending guidelines for loans with similar risk characteristics.
Agreeing to an interest only payment structure and delaying principal payments.
Forgiving principal.
Forgiving accrued interest.
To determine if a borrower is experiencing financial difficulties, factors we consider include:
The borrower is currently in default on any of their debt.
The borrower would likely default on any of their debt if the concession is not granted.
The borrower’s cash flow is insufficient to service all of their debt if the concession is not granted.
The borrower has declared, or is in the process of declaring, bankruptcy.
The borrower is unlikely to continue as a going concern (if the entity is a business).

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The following is a summary of information pertaining to TDRs granted for the:
 
Three Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Post-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Post-Modification Recorded Investment
Agricultural other
1

 
$
25

 
$
25

 
7

 
$
1,327

 
$
1,327

Residential real estate

 

 

 
1

 
99

 
99

Total
1

 
$
25

 
$
25

 
8

 
$
1,426

 
$
1,426

 
Nine Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Post-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Post-Modification Recorded Investment
Commercial other
2

 
$
184

 
$
184

 
4

 
$
1,360

 
$
1,360

Agricultural other
4

 
1,859

 
1,859

 
22

 
5,718

 
5,694

Residential real estate

 

 

 
8

 
593

 
593

Total
6

 
$
2,043

 
$
2,043

 
34

 
$
7,671

 
$
7,647

The following is a summary of concessions we granted to borrowers in financial difficulty for the:
 
Three Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Below Market Interest Rate
 
Below Market Interest Rate and Extension of Amortization Period
 
Below Market Interest Rate
 
Below Market Interest Rate and Extension of Amortization Period
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
Agricultural other
1

 
$
25

 

 
$

 
5

 
$
476

 
2

 
$
851

Residential real estate

 

 

 

 
1

 
99

 

 

Total
1

 
$
25

 

 
$

 
6

 
$
575

 
2

 
$
851


Nine Months Ended September 30

2019
 
2018

Below Market Interest Rate
 
Below Market Interest Rate and Extension of Amortization Period
 
Below Market Interest Rate
 
Below Market Interest Rate and Extension of Amortization Period
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
 
Number of Loans
 
Pre-Modification Recorded Investment
Commercial other

 
$

 
2

 
$
184

 
1

 
$
174

 
3

 
$
1,186

Agricultural other
1

 
25

 
3

 
1,834

 
12

 
2,345

 
10

 
3,373

Residential real estate

 

 

 

 
2

 
155

 
6

 
438

Total
1

 
$
25

 
5

 
$
2,018

 
15

 
$
2,674

 
19

 
$
4,997

We did not restructure any loans by forgiving principal or accrued interest in the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 or 2018.
Based on our historical loss experience, losses associated with TDRs are not significantly different than other impaired loans within the same loan segment. As such, TDRs, including TDRs that have been modified in the past 12 months that subsequently defaulted, are analyzed in the same manner as other impaired loans within their respective loan segment.
We had no loans that defaulted in the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 which were modified within 12 months prior to the default date.

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The following is a summary of TDR loan balances as of:
 
September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
TDRs
$
24,699

 
$
26,951

Note 5 – Equity Securities Without Readily Determinable Fair Values
Included in equity securities without readily determinable fair values are restricted securities, which are carried at cost, and investments in unconsolidated entities accounted for under the equity method of accounting.
Equity securities without readily determinable fair values consist of the following as of:

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
FHLB Stock
$
15,050

 
$
15,050

Corporate Settlement Solutions, LLC
7,747

 
7,565

FRB Stock
1,999

 
1,999

Other
334

 
334

Total
$
25,130

 
$
24,948

Note 6 – Borrowed Funds
Borrowed funds consist of the following obligations as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
December 31, 2018

Amount
 
Rate
 
Amount
 
Rate
FHLB advances
$
245,000

 
2.34
%
 
$
300,000

 
2.20
%
Securities sold under agreements to repurchase without stated maturity dates
32,386

 
0.11
%
 
40,299

 
0.11
%
Total
$
277,386

 
2.08
%
 
$
340,299

 
1.95
%
FHLB advances are collateralized by a blanket lien on all qualified 1-4 family residential real estate loans, specific AFS securities, and FHLB stock.
The following table lists the maturities and weighted average interest rates of FHLB advances as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
December 31, 2018

Amount
 
Rate
 
Amount
 
Rate
Fixed rate due 2019
$

 
%
 
$
100,000

 
1.94
%
Fixed rate due 2020
55,000

 
2.18
%
 
55,000

 
2.18
%
Fixed rate due 2021
50,000

 
1.91
%
 
50,000

 
1.91
%
Variable rate due 2021 (1)
10,000

 
2.47
%
 
10,000

 
2.93
%
Fixed rate due 2022
20,000

 
1.97
%
 
20,000

 
1.97
%
Fixed rate due 2023
45,000

 
2.97
%
 
35,000

 
3.17
%
Fixed rate due 2024
55,000

 
2.68
%
 
20,000

 
2.96
%
Fixed rate due 2026
10,000

 
1.17
%
 
10,000

 
1.17
%
Total
$
245,000

 
2.34
%
 
$
300,000

 
2.20
%
(1) 
Hedged advance (see “Derivative Instruments” section below)
Securities sold under agreements to repurchase are classified as secured borrowings and are reflected at the amount of cash received in connection with the transaction. The securities underlying the agreements have a carrying value and a fair value of $32,405 and $40,316 at September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively. Such securities remain under our control. We may be required to provide additional collateral based on the fair value of underlying securities.
Securities sold under repurchase agreements without stated maturity dates, federal funds purchased, and FRB Discount Window advances generally mature within one to four days from the transaction date. The following tables provide a summary of securities sold under repurchase agreements without stated maturity dates and federal funds purchased. We had no FRB

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Discount Window advances during the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 and 2018.
 
Three Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018
 
Maximum Month End Balance
 
Average Balance
 
Weighted Average Interest Rate During the Period
 
Maximum Month End Balance
 
Average Balance
 
Weighted Average Interest Rate During the Period
Securities sold under agreements to repurchase without stated maturity dates
$
32,386

 
$
32,520

 
0.09
%
 
$
40,346

 
$
34,886

 
0.09
%
Federal funds purchased

 
317

 
2.61
%
 

 
1,375

 
1.90
%
 
Nine Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018
 
Maximum Month End Balance
 
Average Balance
 
Weighted Average Interest Rate During the Period
 
Maximum Month End Balance
 
Average Balance
 
Weighted Average Interest Rate During the Period
Securities sold under agreements to repurchase without stated maturity dates
$
37,441

 
$
31,350

 
0.10
%
 
$
40,346

 
$
34,608

 
0.14
%
Federal funds purchased
7,070

 
919

 
2.64
%
 
16,200

 
5,000

 
2.52
%
We had pledged AFS securities and 1-4 family residential real estate loans in the following amounts at:

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
Pledged to secure borrowed funds
$
370,053

 
$
431,430

Pledged to secure repurchase agreements
32,405

 
40,316

Pledged for public deposits and for other purposes necessary or required by law
62,899

 
58,107

Total
$
465,357

 
$
529,853

AFS securities pledged to repurchase agreements without stated maturity dates consisted of the following at:

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
States and political subdivisions
$
32,405

 
$
23,268

Mortgage-backed securities

 
10,736

Collateralized mortgage obligations

 
6,312

Total
$
32,405

 
$
40,316

AFS securities pledged to repurchase agreements are monitored to ensure the appropriate level is collateralized. In the event of maturities, calls, significant principal repayments, or significant decline in market values, we have an adequate level of AFS securities to pledge to satisfy required collateral.
As of September 30, 2019, we had the ability to borrow up to an additional $137,016, based on assets pledged as collateral. We had no investment securities that were restricted to be pledged for specific purposes.
Derivative Instruments
We have entered into interest rate swaps to manage exposure to interest rate risk and variability in cash flows. The interest rate swaps, associated with our variable rate borrowings, are designated upon inception as cash flow hedges of forecasted interest payments. We have entered into LIBOR-based interest rate swaps that involve the receipt of variable amounts in exchange for fixed rate payments, in effect converting variable rate debt to fixed rate debt.
Cash flow hedges are assessed for effectiveness using regression analysis. The effective portion of changes in fair value are recorded in OCI and subsequently reclassified into interest expense in the same period in which the related interest on the variable rate borrowings affects earnings. In the event that a portion of the changes in fair value were determined to be ineffective, the ineffective amount would be recorded in earnings.

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The following tables provide information on derivatives related to variable rate borrowings as of:
 
September 30, 2019

Pay Rate
 
Receive Rate
 
Remaining Life (Years)
 
Notional Amount
 
Balance Sheet Location
 
Fair Value
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash Flow Hedges:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate swaps
1.56
%
 
3-Month LIBOR
 
1.6
 
$
10,000

 
Other Assets
 
$
78

 
December 31, 2018
 
Pay Rate
 
Receive Rate
 
Remaining Life (Years)
 
Notional Amount
 
Balance Sheet Location
 
Fair Value
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash Flow Hedges:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate swaps
1.56
%
 
3-Month LIBOR
 
2.3
 
$
10,000

 
Other Assets
 
$
323

Derivatives contain an element of credit risk which arises from the possibility that we will incur a loss as a result of a counterparty failing to meet its contractual obligations. Credit risk is minimized through counterparty collateral, transaction limits and monitoring procedures. We also manage dealer credit risk by entering into interest rate derivatives only with primary and highly rated counterparties, the use of ISDA master agreements, and the use of counterparty limits. We do not anticipate any losses from failure of interest rate derivative counterparties to honor their obligations.
Note 7 – Revenue
Our revenue is comprised primarily of interest income, service charges and fees, gains on the sale of loans and AFS securities, earnings on corporate owned life insurance policies, and other noninterest income. Other noninterest income is typically service and performance driven in nature and comprised primarily of investment and trust advisory fees. We recognize revenue, excluding interest income, in accordance with ASC 606, Revenue From Contracts with Customers. Revenue is recognized when our performance obligation has been satisfied according to our contractual obligation.
We record receivables when revenue is unpaid and collectability is reasonably assured. Accounts receivable balances primarily represent amounts due from customers for which revenue has been recognized. Accounts receivable balances are recorded in the consolidated balance sheets in accrued interest receivable and other assets. For the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 and 2018, we satisfied our performance obligations pursuant to contracts with customers. As a result, we have not recorded any contract assets or liabilities. We estimate no returns or allowances for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 and 2018.
Our contracts with customers define our performance obligations with clearly established pricing which does not require us to allocate or disaggregate revenue by performance obligation. A summary of revenue recognized for each major category of contracts with customers, subject to ASC 606, is as follows for the:
 
Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30

2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Debit card income
$
672

 
$
600

 
$
1,912

 
$
1,809

Trust service fees
566

 
562

 
1,677

 
1,628

Investment advisory fees
123

 
186

 
469

 
516

Service charges and fees related to deposit accounts
78

 
83

 
236

 
250

Total
$
1,439

 
$
1,431

 
$
4,294

 
$
4,203

A large portion of our revenue consists of interest income which is not subject to the requirements set forth in ASC 606.

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Note 8 – Other Noninterest Expenses
A summary of expenses included in other noninterest expenses is as follows for the:

Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30
 
2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Audit, consulting, and legal fees
$
508

 
$
566

 
$
1,424

 
$
1,745

ATM and debit card fees
308

 
246

 
854

 
712

Loan underwriting fees
185

 
339

 
669

 
653

Donations and community relations
330

 
141

 
660

 
502

Director fees
195

 
212

 
592

 
643

Marketing costs
248

 
285

 
561

 
544

Memberships and subscriptions
176

 
153

 
519

 
422

Education and travel
72

 
130

 
285

 
346

FDIC insurance premiums
(282
)
 
185

 
50

 
505

All other
652

 
642

 
1,970

 
1,932

Total other
$
2,392

 
$
2,899

 
$
7,584

 
$
8,004

Note 9 – Federal Income Taxes
The reconciliation of the provision for federal income taxes and the amount computed at the federal statutory tax rate of income before federal income tax expense is as follows for the:

Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30
 
2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Income taxes at statutory rate
$
1,065

 
$
851

 
$
2,866

 
$
2,389

Effect of nontaxable income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest income on tax exempt municipal securities
(224
)
 
(259
)
 
(704
)
 
(797
)
Earnings on corporate owned life insurance policies
(39
)
 
(35
)
 
(118
)
 
(109
)
Effect of tax credits
(182
)
 
(200
)
 
(539
)
 
(601
)
Other
(4
)
 
(6
)
 
(12
)
 
(25
)
Total effect of nontaxable income
(449
)
 
(500
)
 
(1,373
)
 
(1,532
)
Effect of nondeductible expenses
14

 
8

 
27

 
30

Federal income tax expense
$
630

 
$
359

 
$
1,520

 
$
887


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Note 10 – Computation of Earnings Per Common Share
Basic earnings per common share represents income available to common shareholders divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per common share includes additional common shares that would have been outstanding if dilutive potential common shares had been issued. Potential common shares that may be issued relate solely to outstanding shares in the Directors Plan.
Earnings per common share have been computed based on the following for the:
 
Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30

2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Average number of common shares outstanding for basic calculation
7,925,332

 
7,851,448

 
7,904,568

 
7,876,941

Average potential effect of common shares in the Directors Plan (1)
181,536

 
200,597

 
186,720

 
199,488

Average number of common shares outstanding used to calculate diluted earnings per common share
8,106,868

 
8,052,045

 
8,091,288

 
8,076,429

Net income
$
4,442

 
$
3,696

 
$
12,126

 
$
10,491

Earnings per common share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
$
0.56

 
$
0.47

 
$
1.53

 
$
1.33

Diluted
$
0.55

 
$
0.46

 
$
1.50

 
$
1.30

(1) 
Exclusive of shares held in the Rabbi Trust
Note 11 – Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
The following table summarizes the changes in AOCI by component for the:
 
Three Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on
AFS
Securities
 
Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on Derivative Instruments
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension Plan
 
Total
 
Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on
AFS
Securities
 
Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on Derivative Instruments
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension Plan
 
Total
Balance, July 1
$
3,417

 
$
91

 
$
(2,741
)
 
$
767

 
$
(7,295
)
 
$
351

 
$
(3,223
)
 
$
(10,167
)
OCI before reclassifications
1,724

 
(37
)
 

 
1,687

 
(2,513
)
 
7

 

 
(2,506
)
Amounts reclassified from AOCI
(6
)
 

 

 
(6
)
 

 

 

 

Subtotal
1,718

 
(37
)
 

 
1,681

 
(2,513
)
 
7

 

 
(2,506
)
Tax effect
(310
)
 
8

 

 
(302
)
 
522

 
(2
)
 

 
520

OCI, net of tax
1,408

 
(29
)
 

 
1,379

 
(1,991
)
 
5

 

 
(1,986
)
Balance,
September 30
$
4,825

 
$
62

 
$
(2,741
)
 
$
2,146

 
$
(9,286
)
 
$
356

 
$
(3,223
)
 
$
(12,153
)

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Nine Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on
AFS
Securities
 
Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on Derivative Instruments
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension Plan
 
Total
 
Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on
AFS
Securities
 
Unrealized
Gains
(Losses) on Derivative Instruments
 
Defined
Benefit
Pension Plan
 
Total
Balance, January 1
$
(5,200
)
 
$
256

 
$
(2,741
)
 
$
(7,685
)
 
$
391

 
$
230

 
$
(3,223
)
 
$
(2,602
)
OCI before reclassifications
12,554

 
(245
)
 

 
12,309

 
(12,548
)
 
160

 

 
(12,388
)
Amounts reclassified from AOCI
(6
)
 

 

 
(6
)
 

 

 

 

Subtotal
12,548

 
(245
)
 

 
12,303

 
(12,548
)
 
160

 

 
(12,388
)
Tax effect
(2,523
)
 
51

 

 
(2,472
)
 
2,648

 
(34
)
 

 
2,614

OCI, net of tax
10,025

 
(194
)
 

 
9,831

 
(9,900
)

126




(9,774
)
Adoption of ASU 2016-01

 

 

 

 
223

 

 

 
223

Balance,
September 30
$
4,825

 
$
62

 
$
(2,741
)
 
$
2,146

 
$
(9,286
)
 
$
356

 
$
(3,223
)
 
$
(12,153
)
Included in OCI for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 are changes in unrealized gains and losses related to auction rate money market preferred stocks. These investments, for federal income tax purposes, have no deferred federal income taxes related to unrealized gains or losses given the nature of the investments.
A summary of the components of unrealized gains on AFS securities included in OCI follows for the:
 
Three Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Auction Rate Money Market Preferred Stocks
 
All Other AFS Securities
 
Total
 
Auction Rate Money Market Preferred and Preferred Stocks
 
All Other AFS Securities
 
Total
Unrealized gains (losses) arising during the period
$
240

 
$
1,484

 
$
1,724

 
$
(27
)
 
$
(2,486
)
 
$
(2,513
)
Reclassification adjustment for net (gains) losses included in net income

 
(6
)
 
(6
)
 

 

 

Net unrealized gains (losses)
240

 
1,478

 
1,718

 
(27
)
 
(2,486
)
 
(2,513
)
Tax effect

 
(310
)
 
(310
)
 

 
522

 
522

Unrealized gains (losses), net of tax
$
240

 
$
1,168

 
$
1,408

 
$
(27
)
 
$
(1,964
)
 
$
(1,991
)
 
Nine Months Ended September 30
 
2019
 
2018

Auction Rate Money Market Preferred Stocks
 
All Other AFS Securities
 
Total
 
Auction Rate Money Market Preferred and Preferred Stocks
 
All Other AFS Securities
 
Total
Unrealized gains (losses) arising during the period
$
535

 
$
12,019

 
$
12,554

 
$
59

 
$
(12,607
)
 
$
(12,548
)
Reclassification adjustment for net (gains) losses included in net income

 
(6
)
 
(6
)
 

 

 

Net unrealized gains (losses)
535

 
12,013

 
12,548

 
59

 
(12,607
)
 
(12,548
)
Tax effect

 
(2,523
)
 
(2,523
)
 

 
2,648

 
2,648

Unrealized gains (losses), net of tax
$
535

 
$
9,490

 
$
10,025

 
$
59


$
(9,959
)

$
(9,900
)

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Note 12 – Fair Value
Under fair value measurement and disclosure authoritative guidance, we group assets and liabilities measured at fair value into three levels, based on the markets in which the assets and liabilities are traded, and the reliability of the assumptions used to determine fair value, based on the prioritization of inputs in the valuation techniques. These levels are:
Level 1:
Valuation is based upon quoted prices for identical instruments traded in active markets.
Level 2:
Valuation is based upon quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active and model based valuation techniques for which all significant assumptions are observable in the market.
Level 3:
Valuation is generated from model based techniques that use at least one significant assumption not observable in the market. These unobservable assumptions reflect estimates of assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
The asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is significant to the fair value measurement. Valuation techniques maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. Transfers between measurement levels are recognized at the end of reporting periods.
Fair value measurement requires the use of an exit price notion which may differ from entrance pricing. Generally we believe our assets and liabilities classified as Level 1 or Level 2 approximate an exit price notion.
Following is a description of the valuation methodologies, key inputs, and an indication of the level of the fair value hierarchy in which the assets or liabilities are classified.
AFS securities: AFS securities are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Level 1 fair value measurement is based upon quoted prices for identical instruments. Level 2 fair value measurement is based upon quoted prices for similar instruments. If quoted prices are not available, fair values are measured using independent pricing models or other model based valuation techniques such as the present value of future cash flows, adjusted for the security’s credit rating, prepayment assumptions and other factors such as credit loss and liquidity assumptions. The values for Level 1 and Level 2 investment securities are generally obtained from an independent third party. On a quarterly basis, we compare the values provided to alternative pricing sources.
Loans: We do not record loans at fair value on a recurring basis. However, from time-to-time, loans are classified as impaired and a specific allowance for loan losses may be established. Loans for which it is probable that payment of interest and principal will be significantly different than the contractual terms of the original loan agreement are considered impaired. Once a loan is identified as impaired, we measure the estimated impairment. The fair value of impaired loans is estimated using one of several methods, including the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate, or the fair value of the collateral, less costs to sell, if the loan is collateral dependent. Those impaired loans not requiring an allowance represent loans for which the fair value of the expected repayments or collateral exceed the recorded investments in such loans.
We review the net realizable values of the underlying collateral for collateral dependent impaired loans on at least a quarterly basis for all loan types. To determine the collateral value, we utilize independent appraisals, broker price opinions, or internal evaluations. We review these valuations to determine whether an additional discount should be applied given the age of market information that may have been considered as well as other factors such as costs to sell an asset if it is determined that the collateral will be liquidated in connection with the ultimate settlement of the loan. We use these valuations to determine if any specific reserves or charge-offs are necessary. We may obtain new valuations in certain circumstances, including when there has been significant deterioration in the condition of the collateral, if the foreclosure process has begun, or if the existing valuation is deemed to be outdated.

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The following tables list the quantitative fair value information about impaired loans as of:

September 30, 2019
Valuation Technique
Fair Value
Unobservable Input
 
Actual Range
 
 
Discount applied to collateral:
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
 
20% - 30%
 
 
Equipment
 
20% - 50%
 
 
Cash crop inventory
 
30% - 40%
Discounted value
$18,940
Livestock
 
30%
 
 
Other inventory
 
50%
 
 
Accounts receivable
 
25% - 50%
 
 
Liquor license
 
75%
 
 
Furniture, fixtures & equipment
 
45%

December 31, 2018
Valuation Technique
Fair Value
Unobservable Input
 
Actual Range
 
 
Discount applied to collateral:
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
 
20% - 30%
 
 
Equipment
 
20% - 40%
 
 
Cash crop inventory
 
30% - 40%
Discounted value
$20,045
Livestock
 
30%
 
 
Other inventory
 
45% - 50%
 
 
Accounts receivable
 
50%
 
 
Liquor license
 
75%
 
 
Furniture, fixtures & equipment
 
35% - 45%
Collateral discount rates may have ranges to accommodate differences in the age of the independent appraisal, broker price opinion, or internal evaluation.
Derivative instruments: Derivative instruments, consisting solely of interest rate swaps, are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Derivatives qualifying as cash flow hedges, when highly effective, are reported at fair value in other assets or other liabilities on our Consolidated Balance Sheets with changes in value recorded in OCI. Should the hedge no longer be considered effective, the ineffective portion of the change in fair value is recorded directly in earnings in the period in which the change occurs. The fair value of a derivative is determined by quoted market prices and model-based valuation techniques. As such, we classify derivative instruments as Level 2.
OMSR: OMSR (which are included in other assets) are subject to impairment testing. To test for impairment, we utilize a discounted cash flow analysis using interest rates and prepayment speed assumptions currently quoted for comparable instruments and discount rates. If the valuation model reflects a value less than the carrying value, OMSR are adjusted to fair value through a valuation allowance as determined by the model. As such, we classify OMSR subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustments as Level 2.
The preceding methods described may produce a fair value calculation that may not be indicative of net realizable value or reflective of future fair values. Although we believe our valuation methods are appropriate and consistent with other market participants, the use of different methodologies or assumptions to determine the fair value of certain financial instruments could result in a different fair value measurement.

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Estimated Fair Values of Financial Instruments Not Recorded at Fair Value in their Entirety on a Recurring Basis
Disclosure of the estimated fair values of financial instruments, which differ from carrying values, often requires the use of estimates. In cases where quoted market values in an active market are not available, we use present value techniques and other valuation methods to estimate the fair values of our financial instruments. These valuation methods require considerable judgment and the resulting estimates of fair value can be significantly affected by the assumptions made and methods used.
The carrying amount and estimated fair value of financial instruments not recorded at fair value in their entirety on a recurring basis were as follows as of:
 
September 30, 2019

Carrying
Value
 
Estimated
Fair Value
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$
34,331

 
$
34,331

 
$
34,331

 
$

 
$

Mortgage loans AFS
1,912

 
1,928

 

 
1,928

 

Gross loans
1,191,804

 
1,175,721

 

 

 
1,175,721

Less allowance for loan and lease losses
8,169

 
8,169

 

 

 
8,169

Net loans
1,183,635

 
1,167,552

 

 

 
1,167,552

Accrued interest receivable
7,360

 
7,360

 
7,360

 

 

Equity securities without readily determinable fair values (1)
25,130

 
N/A

 

 

 

OMSR
2,375

 
2,375

 

 
2,375

 

LIABILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deposits without stated maturities
882,688

 
882,688

 
882,688

 

 

Deposits with stated maturities
426,085

 
427,536

 

 
427,536

 

Borrowed funds
277,386

 
280,203

 

 
280,203

 

Accrued interest payable
870

 
870

 
870

 

 

 
December 31, 2018
 
Carrying
Value
 
Estimated
Fair Value
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$
73,471

 
$
73,471

 
$
73,471

 
$

 
$

Mortgage loans AFS
358

 
365

 

 
365

 

Gross loans
1,128,707

 
1,099,645

 

 

 
1,099,645

Less allowance for loan and lease losses
8,375

 
8,375

 

 

 
8,375

Net loans
1,120,332

 
1,091,270

 

 

 
1,091,270

Accrued interest receivable
6,928

 
6,928

 
6,928

 

 

Equity securities without readily determinable fair values (1)
24,948

 
N/A

 

 

 

OMSR
2,434

 
2,602

 

 
2,602

 

LIABILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deposits without stated maturities
859,073

 
859,073

 
859,073

 

 

Deposits with stated maturities
433,620

 
425,993

 

 
425,993

 

Borrowed funds
340,299

 
333,829

 

 
333,829

 

Accrued interest payable
826

 
826

 
826

 

 

(1) 
Due to the characteristics of equity securities without readily determinable fair values, they are not disclosed under a specific fair value hierarchy. If we were to record an impairment adjustment related to these securities, such amount would be classified as a nonrecurring Level 3 fair value adjustment.

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Financial Instruments Recorded at Fair Value
The table below presents the recorded amount of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on:
 
September 30, 2019
 
December 31, 2018

Total
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
 
Total
 
Level 1
 
Level 2
 
Level 3
Recurring items
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AFS securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Government-sponsored enterprises
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
170

 
$

 
$
170

 
$

States and political subdivisions
175,575

 

 
175,575

 

 
190,866

 

 
190,866

 

Auction rate money market preferred
3,089

 

 
3,089

 

 
2,554

 

 
2,554

 

Mortgage-backed securities
150,120

 

 
150,120

 

 
184,484

 

 
184,484

 

Collateralized mortgage obligations
116,745

 

 
116,745

 

 
116,760

 

 
116,760

 

Total AFS securities
445,529

 

 
445,529

 

 
494,834

 

 
494,834

 

Derivative instruments
78

 

 
78

 

 
323

 

 
323

 

Nonrecurring items
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Impaired loans (net of the ALLL)
18,940

 

 

 
18,940

 
20,045

 

 

 
20,045

Total
$
464,547

 
$

 
$
445,607

 
$
18,940

 
$
515,202

 
$

 
$
495,157

 
$
20,045

Percent of assets and liabilities measured at fair value
 
 
%
 
95.92
%
 
4.08
%
 
 
 
%
 
96.11
%
 
3.89
%
We had no assets or liabilities recorded at fair value with changes in fair value recognized through earnings, on a recurring basis or nonrecurring basis, as of September 30, 2019.

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Note 13 – Parent Company Only Financial Information
Interim Condensed Balance Sheets

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
ASSETS
 
 
 
Cash on deposit at the Bank
$
2,447

 
$
2,499

Investments in subsidiaries
156,850

 
143,942

Premises and equipment
1,551

 
1,912

Other assets
52,119

 
51,674

TOTAL ASSETS
$
212,967

 
$
200,027

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
 
 
 
Other liabilities
$
591

 
$
4,508

Shareholders' equity
212,376

 
195,519

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
$
212,967

 
$
200,027

Interim Condensed Statements of Income
 
Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30

2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
Income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dividends from subsidiaries
$
2,400

 
$
4,900

 
$
5,500

 
$
10,900

Interest income
1

 
1

 
5

 
1

Other income
181

 
812

 
394

 
2,342

Total income
2,582

 
5,713

 
5,899

 
13,243

Expenses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Compensation and benefits

 
1,068

 

 
3,227

Occupancy and equipment
15

 
129

 
44

 
378

Audit, consulting, and legal fees
110

 
154

 
355

 
586

Director fees
90

 
106

 
277

 
313

Other
254

 
142

 
872

 
450

Total expenses
469

 
1,599

 
1,548

 
4,954

Income before income tax benefit and equity in undistributed earnings of subsidiaries
2,113

 
4,114

 
4,351

 
8,289

Federal income tax benefit
60

 
165

 
239

 
545

Income before equity in undistributed earnings of subsidiaries
2,173

 
4,279

 
4,590

 
8,834

Undistributed earnings of subsidiaries
2,269

 
(583
)
 
7,536

 
1,657

Net income
$
4,442

 
$
3,696

 
$
12,126

 
$
10,491


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Interim Condensed Statements of Cash Flows
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30

2019
 
2018
Operating activities
 
 
 
Net income
$
12,126

 
$
10,491

Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operations
 
 
 
Undistributed earnings of subsidiaries
(7,536
)
 
(1,657
)
Undistributed earnings of equity securities without readily determinable fair values
(182
)
 
(143
)
Share-based payment awards under equity compensation plan
415

 
449

Depreciation
34

 
98

Changes in operating assets and liabilities which provided (used) cash
 
 
 
Other assets
(35
)
 
1,080

Other liabilities
641

 
(597
)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
5,463

 
9,721

Investing activities
 
 
 
Sales (purchases) of premises and equipment

 
(79
)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

 
(79
)
Financing activities
 
 
 
Cash dividends paid on common stock
(6,149
)
 
(6,126
)
Proceeds from the issuance of common stock
3,672

 
5,093

Common stock repurchased
(2,140
)
 
(6,212
)
Common stock purchased for deferred compensation obligations
(898
)
 
(290
)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
(5,515
)
 
(7,535
)
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
(52
)
 
2,107

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
2,499

 
185

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
$
2,447

 
$
2,292

On January 1, 2019, there was a transaction to restructure the Bank and the parent holding company for the purpose of better-organizing the entities for present and future needs.  The transaction is expected to produce future benefits for us in the form of reduced operational costs and better-managed risk.  Assets and liabilities transferred from the parent company to the Bank relate primarily to capital assets, net deferred income tax asset, prepaid assets, employee benefits payable, accrued expenses, and a pension plan.  Effective January 1, 2019, employee compensation and benefit expenses will be recognized directly by the Bank, where expenses related to certain administrative functions were previously recognized by the parent holding company.  Similarly, expenses related to most capital assets will be recognized directly by the Bank. A portion of employee compensation and benefit expenses, as well as some expenses related to capital assets, will be recognized by the holding company through a management fee paid to the Bank.
Note 14 – Operating Segments
Our reportable segments are based on legal entities that account for at least 10% of net operating results. The operations of the Bank as of September 30, 2019 and 2018 and each of the three and nine month periods then ended, represent approximately 90% or more of our consolidated total assets and operating results. As such, no additional segment reporting is presented.

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Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
ISABELLA BANK CORPORATION FINANCIAL REVIEW
(Dollars in thousands except per share amounts)
This section is a review of our financial condition and the results of our operations for the unaudited three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 and 2018. This analysis should be read in conjunction with our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018 and with the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements and notes, beginning on page 4 of this report.
Executive Summary
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019, we reported net income of $4,442 and $12,126 and earnings per common share of $0.56 and $1.53, respectively. Net income and earnings per common share for the same periods of 2018 were $3,696 and $10,491 and $0.47 and $1.33, respectively. A combination of improved yields and growth in our loan portfolio over the past twelve months were large drivers of a $3,204 increase in interest income for the first nine months of 2019 compared to the same period in 2018. Interest expense on deposits and borrowings increased $1,996 for the nine month period ended September 30, 2019 when compared to the same period in 2018 primarily due to higher interest rates. Noninterest income increased $648 during the first nine months of 2019 when compared to the same period in 2018 as we experienced an increase in debit card transaction fees and gains related to foreclosed assets. Noninterest expenses for the first nine months of 2019 exceeded noninterest expenses for the same period in 2018 by $176. Expenses related to our employee incentive plans account for a portion of this increase, which was partially offset by an FDIC assessment credit, reduced audit and consulting fees, and ongoing cost control initiatives. These initiatives include managing employee turnover, capital expenditures and vendor costs.
As of September 30, 2019, total assets and assets under management were $1,813,684 and $2,548,131, respectively. Assets under management include loans sold and serviced of $258,873 and assets managed by our Investment and Trust Services Department of $475,574, in addition to assets on our consolidated balance sheet. As a result of the flat yield curve that has existed for several months, the opportunity to identify new investment securities for purchase at an acceptable yield has been minimal. Therefore, our securities portfolio has declined $49,305 since December 31, 2018. Based on strategic objectives, we utilized this available cash flow to reduce borrowings as they mature and other high-cost funding sources, resulting in a decline in total assets as of September 30, 2019 when compared to December 31, 2018. Loans outstanding as of September 30, 2019 totaled $1,191,804. During the first nine months of 2019, gross loans increased $63,097 which was largely driven by growth in our commercial loan portfolio. Total deposits increased $16,080 during the year, primarily due to increases in savings and trust related deposits, and totaled $1,308,773 as of September 30, 2019. All regulatory capital ratios for the Bank exceeded the minimum thresholds to be considered a “well capitalized” institution.
Our net yield on interest earning assets (FTE) was 3.13% and 3.07% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019, respectively. This compares to 2.97% in both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018. Management has implemented various initiatives which, over time, are expected to continue to improve our net yield on interest earning assets. These initiatives included transitioning a larger percentage of assets from lower yielding investment securities to higher yielding loan opportunities, continued growth of the loan portfolio, reduced reliance on borrowings and brokered deposits, and enhanced pricing strategies related to loan and deposit products. We are actively committed to increasing earnings and shareholder value through growth in our loan portfolio while maintaining strong underwriting standards, growth in our investment and trust services, increasing our presence within our geographical footprint, and managing operating costs.
Recent Legislation
On December 22, 2017, the Tax Act was enacted. The new law establishes a flat corporate federal statutory income tax rate of 21%, a decline from 34%, and eliminates the corporate alternative minimum tax. The new tax law provides for a wide array of changes with only some believed to have a direct impact on our federal income tax expense. Some of these changes include, but are not limited to, the following items: limits to the deductions for net interest expense, immediate expense (for tax purposes) for certain qualified depreciable assets, elimination or reduction of certain deductions related to meals and entertainment expenses, and limits to the deductibility of deposit insurance premiums.
Reclassifications
Certain amounts reported in the interim 2018 consolidated financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the 2019 presentation. Other assets and other liabilities on the interim condensed consolidated balance sheets were increased by $5,195 as of December 31, 2018 to reclassify pension and income tax related liabilities (pension: $3,470, income taxes $1,725). This resulted in a $5,195 increase in total assets and total liabilities as of December 31, 2018. All other balances and ratios were not materially impacted.

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Results of Operations
The following table outlines our quarter-to-date results of operations and provides certain performance measures as of, and for the three month periods ended:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
INCOME STATEMENT DATA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest income
$
17,161

 
$
16,815

 
$
16,481

 
$
16,611

 
$
16,419

Interest expense
4,550

 
4,527

 
4,292

 
4,258

 
4,231

Net interest income
12,611

 
12,288

 
12,189

 
12,353

 
12,188

Provision for loan losses
193

 
(179
)
 
34

 
342

 
(76
)
Noninterest income
3,274

 
3,011

 
2,479

 
2,860

 
2,878

Noninterest expenses
10,620

 
10,749

 
10,789

 
10,865

 
11,087

Federal income tax expense
630

 
541

 
349

 
476

 
359

Net income
$
4,442

 
$
4,188

 
$
3,496

 
$
3,530

 
$
3,696

PER SHARE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic earnings
$
0.56

 
$
0.53

 
$
0.44

 
$
0.45

 
$
0.47

Diluted earnings
$
0.55

 
$
0.52

 
$
0.43

 
$
0.44

 
$
0.46

Dividends
$
0.26

 
$
0.26

 
$
0.26

 
$
0.26

 
$
0.26

Tangible book value (1)
$
20.65

 
$
20.17

 
$
19.47

 
$
18.68

 
$
17.89

Quoted market value
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
High
$
23.45

 
$
23.75

 
$
24.50

 
$
27.00

 
$
27.65

Low
$
22.01

 
$
22.25

 
$
22.25

 
$
22.50

 
$
26.05

Close (2)
$
22.30

 
$
23.25

 
$
23.75

 
$
22.56

 
$
26.75

Common shares outstanding (2)
7,938,234

 
7,918,494

 
7,906,078

 
7,870,969

 
7,830,940

PERFORMANCE RATIOS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Return on average total assets
0.98
%
 
0.93
%
 
0.77
%
 
0.77
%
 
0.80
%
Return on average shareholders' equity
8.37
%
 
8.13
%
 
7.00
%
 
7.35
%
 
7.67
%
Return on average tangible shareholders' equity
11.08
%
 
10.61
%
 
8.97
%
 
9.20
%
 
9.75
%
Net interest margin yield (FTE)
3.13
%
 
3.06
%
 
3.02
%
 
3.02
%
 
2.97
%
BALANCE SHEET DATA (2)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gross loans
$
1,191,804

 
$
1,176,622

 
$
1,144,832

 
$
1,128,707

 
$
1,139,930

AFS securities
$
445,529

 
$
470,449

 
$
494,842

 
$
494,834

 
$
501,139

Total assets
$
1,813,684

 
$
1,824,592

 
$
1,806,371

 
$
1,842,502

 
$
1,833,663

Deposits
$
1,308,773

 
$
1,281,418

 
$
1,277,963

 
$
1,292,693

 
$
1,276,806

Borrowed funds
$
277,386

 
$
320,462

 
$
311,684

 
$
340,299

 
$
359,776

Shareholders' equity
$
212,376

 
$
208,114

 
$
202,413

 
$
195,519

 
$
188,536

Gross loans to deposits
91.06
%
 
91.82
%
 
89.58
%
 
87.31
%
 
89.28
%
ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT (2)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loans sold with servicing retained
$
258,873

 
$
257,062

 
$
259,127

 
$
259,481

 
$
257,400

Assets managed by our Investment and Trust Services Department
$
475,574

 
$
487,180

 
$
475,560

 
$
447,487

 
$
504,371

Total assets under management
$
2,548,131

 
$
2,568,834

 
$
2,541,058

 
$
2,549,470

 
$
2,595,434

ASSET QUALITY (2)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Nonperforming loans to gross loans
0.59
%
 
0.70
%
 
0.64
%
 
0.65
%
 
0.65
%
Nonperforming assets to total assets
0.41
%
 
0.48
%
 
0.43
%
 
0.42
%
 
0.42
%
ALLL to gross loans
0.69
%
 
0.68
%
 
0.73
%
 
0.74
%
 
0.71
%
CAPITAL RATIOS (2)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Shareholders' equity to assets
11.71
%
 
11.41
%
 
11.20
%
 
10.64
%
 
10.28
%
Tier 1 leverage
9.16
%
 
9.03
%
 
8.91
%
 
8.72
%
 
8.49
%
Common equity tier 1 capital
12.58
%
 
12.43
%
 
12.45
%
 
12.58
%
 
12.18
%
Tier 1 risk-based capital
12.58
%
 
12.43
%
 
12.45
%
 
12.58
%
 
12.18
%
Total risk-based capital
13.21
%
 
13.06
%
 
13.12
%
 
13.26
%
 
12.83
%
(1) Tangible book value calculations include unrealized gain/loss on AFS securities.
(2) At end of period

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The following table outlines our year-to-date results of operations and provides certain performance measures as of, and for the nine month periods ended:

September 30
2019
 
September 30
2018
 
September 30
2017
 
September 30
2016
 
September 30
2015
INCOME STATEMENT DATA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest income
$
50,457

 
$
47,253

 
$
43,335

 
$
39,906

 
$
38,479

Interest expense
13,369

 
11,373

 
9,059

 
8,039

 
7,586

Net interest income
37,088

 
35,880

 
34,276

 
31,867

 
30,893

Provision for loan losses
48

 
636

 
85

 
185

 
(1,999
)
Noninterest income
8,764

 
8,116

 
8,102

 
7,921

 
7,858

Noninterest expenses
32,158

 
31,982

 
29,597

 
27,731

 
26,166

Federal income tax expense (1)
1,520

 
887

 
2,180

 
1,855

 
2,750

Net income
$
12,126

 
$
10,491


$
10,516

 
$
10,017

 
$
11,834

PER SHARE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic earnings
$
1.53

 
$
1.33

 
$
1.34

 
$
1.28

 
$
1.52

Diluted earnings
$
1.50

 
$
1.30

 
$
1.31

 
$
1.25

 
$
1.49

Dividends
$
0.78

 
$
0.78

 
$
0.76

 
$
0.73

 
$
0.70

Tangible book value (2)
$
20.65

 
$
17.89

 
$
18.83

 
$
18.70

 
$
17.27

Quoted market value
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
High
$
24.50

 
$
28.25

 
$
29.10

 
$
29.90

 
$
23.85

Low
$
22.01

 
$
26.05

 
$
27.60

 
$
27.25

 
$
22.00

Close (3)
$
22.30

 
$
26.75

 
$
29.00

 
$
27.70

 
$
23.69

Common shares outstanding (3)
7,938,234

 
7,830,940

 
7,856,664

 
7,833,481

 
7,765,333

PERFORMANCE RATIOS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Return on average total assets
0.89
%
 
0.77
%
 
0.79
%
 
0.80
%
 
1.00
%
Return on average shareholders' equity
7.85
%
 
7.22
%
 
7.18
%
 
6.90
%
 
8.80
%
Return on average tangible shareholders' equity
10.08
%
 
9.22
%
 
9.67
%
 
9.68
%
 
12.06
%
Net interest margin yield (FTE) (1)
3.07
%
 
2.97
%
 
3.03
%
 
3.00
%
 
3.12
%
BALANCE SHEET DATA (3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gross loans
$
1,191,804

 
$
1,139,930

 
$
1,077,544

 
$
989,366

 
$
836,671

AFS securities
$
445,529

 
$
501,139

 
$
549,274

 
$
560,641

 
$
625,420

Total assets
$
1,813,684

 
$
1,833,663

 
$
1,791,967

 
$
1,706,498

 
$
1,619,250

Deposits
$
1,308,773

 
$
1,276,806

 
$
1,216,062

 
$
1,175,833

 
$
1,128,003

Borrowed funds
$
277,386

 
$
359,776

 
$
367,027

 
$
325,409

 
$
267,610

Shareholders' equity
$
212,376

 
$
188,536

 
$
196,463

 
$
195,184

 
$
182,998

Gross loans to deposits
91.06
%
 
89.28
%
 
88.61
%
 
84.14
%
 
74.17
%
ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT (3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loans sold with servicing retained
$
258,873

 
$
257,400

 
$
268,817

 
$
275,037

 
$
289,268

Assets managed by our Investment and Trust Services Department
$
475,574

 
$
504,371

 
$
467,601

 
$
424,573

 
$
392,124

Total assets under management
$
2,548,131

 
$
2,595,434

 
$
2,528,385

 
$
2,406,108

 
$
2,300,642

ASSET QUALITY (3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Nonperforming loans to gross loans
0.59
%
 
0.65
%
 
0.21
%
 
0.16
%
 
0.10
%
Nonperforming assets to total assets
0.41
%
 
0.42
%
 
0.14
%
 
0.11
%
 
0.09
%
ALLL to gross loans
0.69
%
 
0.71
%
 
0.71
%
 
0.79
%
 
0.98
%
CAPITAL RATIOS (3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Shareholders' equity to assets
11.71
%
 
10.28
%
 
10.96
%
 
11.44
%
 
11.30
%
Tier 1 leverage
9.16
%
 
8.49
%
 
8.50
%
 
8.59
%
 
8.54
%
Common equity tier 1 capital
12.58
%
 
12.18
%
 
12.20
%
 
12.41
%
 
13.57
%
Tier 1 risk-based capital
12.58
%
 
12.18
%
 
12.20
%
 
12.41
%
 
13.57
%
Total risk-based capital
13.21
%
 
12.83
%
 
12.84
%
 
13.10
%
 
14.20
%
(1) Calculations are based on a federal income tax rate of 21% in 2018 and 2019 and 34% for all prior periods.
(2) Tangible book value calculations include unrealized gain/loss on AFS securities.
(3) At end of period

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Average Balances, Interest Rates, and Net Interest Income
The following schedules present the daily average amount outstanding for each major category of interest earning assets, non-earning assets, interest bearing liabilities, and noninterest bearing liabilities. These schedules also present an analysis of interest income and interest expense for the periods indicated. All interest income is reported on a FTE basis using a federal income tax rate of 21%. Loans in nonaccrual status, for the purpose of the following computations, are included in the average loan balances. FRB and FHLB restricted equity holdings are included in other interest earning assets.

Three Months Ended

September 30, 2019

June 30, 2019

September 30, 2018

Average
Balance

Tax
Equivalent
Interest

Average
Yield /
Rate

Average
Balance

Tax
Equivalent
Interest

Average
Yield /
Rate

Average
Balance

Tax
Equivalent
Interest

Average
Yield /
Rate
INTEREST EARNING ASSETS

















Loans
$
1,177,257


$
14,020


4.76
%

$
1,155,284


$
13,587


4.70
%

$
1,151,881


$
12,833


4.46
%
Taxable investment securities
288,374


1,691


2.35
%

309,650


1,873


2.42
%

334,785


2,031


2.43
%
Nontaxable investment securities
164,159


1,557


3.79
%

172,400


1,623


3.77
%

188,885


1,755


3.72
%
Fed funds sold
218

 
2

 
2.83
%
 

 

 
%
 

 

 
%
Other
32,694


297


3.63
%

25,123


148


2.36
%

29,387


254


3.46
%
Total earning assets
1,662,702


17,567


4.23
%

1,662,457


17,231


4.15
%

1,704,938


16,873


3.96
%
NONEARNING ASSETS

















Allowance for loan losses
(8,072
)





(8,349
)





(8,213
)




Cash and demand deposits due from banks
21,078






19,089






20,291





Premises and equipment
26,749






27,326






28,310





Accrued income and other assets
111,927






107,046






94,518





Total assets
$
1,814,384






$
1,807,569






$
1,839,844





INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES

















Interest bearing demand deposits
$
234,164


$
76


0.13
%

$
230,238


$
83


0.14
%

$
233,485


$
69


0.12
%
Savings deposits
381,458


644


0.68
%

374,750


586


0.63
%

362,505


450


0.50
%
Time deposits
429,407


2,260


2.11
%

430,098


2,196


2.04
%

454,456


1,917


1.69
%
Borrowed funds
300,120


1,570


2.09
%

321,958


1,662


2.06
%

363,544


1,795


1.98
%
Total interest bearing liabilities
1,345,149


4,550


1.35
%

1,357,044


4,527


1.33
%

1,413,990


4,231


1.20
%
NONINTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES

















Demand deposits
242,092






230,203






226,238





Other
14,753






14,288






6,937





Shareholders’ equity
212,390






206,034






192,679





Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity
$
1,814,384






$
1,807,569






$
1,839,844





Net interest income (FTE)


$
13,017






$
12,704






$
12,642



Net yield on interest earning assets (FTE)




3.13
%





3.06
%





2.97
%

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Nine Months Ended
 
September 30, 2019
 
September 30, 2018

Average
Balance
 
Tax
Equivalent
Interest
 
Average
Yield /
Rate
 
Average
Balance
 
Tax
Equivalent
Interest
 
Average
Yield /
Rate
INTEREST EARNING ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loans
$
1,154,715

 
$
40,498

 
4.68
%
 
$
1,114,683

 
$
36,205

 
4.33
%
Taxable investment securities
305,880

 
5,522

 
2.41
%
 
346,956

 
6,318

 
2.43
%
Nontaxable investment securities
172,091

 
4,867

 
3.77
%
 
194,361

 
5,456

 
3.74
%
Fed funds sold
82

 
2

 
2.51
%
 

 

 
%
Other
32,846

 
824

 
3.34
%
 
22,010

 
716

 
4.34
%
Total earning assets
1,665,614

 
51,713

 
4.14
%
 
1,678,010

 
48,695

 
3.87
%
NONEARNING ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Allowance for loan losses
(8,274
)
 
 
 
 
 
(8,078
)
 
 
 
 
Cash and demand deposits due from banks
19,793

 
 
 
 
 
19,481

 
 
 
 
Premises and equipment
27,257

 
 
 
 
 
28,454

 
 
 
 
Accrued income and other assets
106,304

 
 
 
 
 
95,717

 
 
 
 
Total assets
$
1,810,694

 
 
 
 
 
$
1,813,584

 
 
 
 
INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest bearing demand deposits
$
233,484

 
$
227

 
0.13
%
 
$
230,376

 
$
201

 
0.12
%
Savings deposits
379,116

 
1,845

 
0.65
%
 
360,295

 
1,169

 
0.43
%
Time deposits
431,959

 
6,491

 
2.00
%
 
461,114

 
5,342

 
1.54
%
Borrowed funds
314,430

 
4,806

 
2.04
%
 
339,461

 
4,661

 
1.83
%
Total interest bearing liabilities
1,358,989

 
13,369

 
1.31
%
 
1,391,246

 
11,373

 
1.09
%
NONINTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Demand deposits
232,996

 
 
 
 
 
221,423

 
 
 
 
Other
12,665

 
 
 
 
 
7,272

 
 
 
 
Shareholders’ equity
206,044

 
 
 
 
 
193,643

 
 
 
 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity
$
1,810,694

 
 
 
 
 
$
1,813,584

 
 
 
 
Net interest income (FTE)
 
 
$
38,344

 
 
 
 
 
$
37,322

 
 
Net yield on interest earning assets (FTE)
 
 
 
 
3.07
%
 
 
 
 
 
2.97
%
Net interest income is the amount by which interest income on earning assets exceeds the interest expense on interest bearing liabilities. Net interest income is influenced by changes in the balance and mix of assets and liabilities, as well as market interest rates. We exert some control over these factors; however, FRB monetary policy and competition have a significant impact. For analytical purposes, net interest income is adjusted to an FTE basis by including the income tax savings from interest on tax exempt loans, and nontaxable investment securities, thus making year to year comparisons more meaningful.

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Volume and Rate Variance Analysis
The following table sets forth the effect of volume and rate changes on interest income and expense for the periods indicated. For the purpose of this table, changes in interest due to volume and rate were determined as follows:
Volume—change in volume multiplied by the previous period's rate.
Rate—change in the FTE rate multiplied by the previous period's volume.
The change in interest due to both volume and rate has been allocated to volume and rate changes in proportion to the relationship of the absolute dollar amounts of the change in each.
 
Three Months Ended 
 September 30, 2019 Compared to 
 June 30, 2019 
 Increase (Decrease) Due to
 
Three Months Ended 
 September 30, 2019 Compared to  
 September 30, 2018 
  Increase (Decrease) Due to
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30, 2019 Compared to 
 September 30, 2018 
 Increase (Decrease) Due to

Volume
 
Rate
 
Net
 
Volume
 
Rate
 
Net
 
Volume
 
Rate
 
Net
Changes in interest income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loans
$
260

 
$
173

 
$
433

 
$
287

 
$
900

 
$
1,187

 
$
1,332

 
$
2,961

 
$
4,293

Taxable investment securities
(126
)
 
(56
)
 
(182
)
 
(274
)
 
(66
)
 
(340
)
 
(742
)
 
(54
)
 
(796
)
Nontaxable investment securities
(78
)
 
12

 
(66
)
 
(234
)
 
36

 
(198
)
 
(630
)
 
41

 
(589
)
Fed Funds Sold
2

 

 
2

 
2

 

 
2

 
2

 

 
2

Other
53

 
96

 
149

 
30

 
13

 
43

 
297

 
(189
)
 
108

Total changes in interest income
111

 
225

 
336

 
(189
)
 
883

 
694

 
259

 
2,759

 
3,018

Changes in interest expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest bearing demand deposits
1

 
(8
)
 
(7
)
 

 
7

 
7

 
3

 
23

 
26

Savings deposits
11

 
47

 
58

 
25

 
169

 
194

 
64

 
612

 
676

Time deposits
(4
)
 
68

 
64

 
(110
)
 
453

 
343

 
(355
)
 
1,504

 
1,149

Borrowed funds
(114
)
 
22

 
(92
)
 
(327
)
 
102

 
(225
)
 
(359
)
 
504

 
145

Total changes in interest expense
(106
)
 
129

 
23

 
(412
)
 
731

 
319

 
(647
)
 
2,643

 
1,996

Net change in interest margin (FTE)
$
217

 
$
96

 
$
313

 
$
223

 
$
152

 
$
375

 
$
906

 
$
116

 
$
1,022

Our net yield on interest earning assets has increased in recent periods. The continuing flattening of the yield curve and rising deposit rates has placed pressure on our net interest margin. Despite this pressure, we experienced improvement as a result of improved loan yields and a decline in high-cost deposits and borrowings.
 
Average Yield / Rate for the Three Month Periods Ended:

September 30
2019

June 30
2019

March 31
2019

December 31
2018

September 30
2018
Total earning assets
4.23
%
 
4.15
%
 
4.05
%
 
4.03
%
 
3.96
%
Total interest bearing liabilities
1.35
%
 
1.33
%
 
1.25
%
 
1.23
%
 
1.20
%
Net yield on interest earning assets (FTE)
3.13
%

3.06
%
 
3.02
%
 
3.02
%
 
2.97
%
 
Quarter to Date Net Interest Income (FTE)

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Total interest income (FTE)
$
17,567

 
$
17,231

 
$
16,915

 
$
17,005

 
$
16,873

Total interest expense
4,550

 
4,527

 
4,292

 
4,258

 
4,231

Net interest income (FTE)
$
13,017

 
$
12,704

 
$
12,623

 
$
12,747

 
$
12,642


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Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses
The viability of any financial institution is ultimately determined by its management of credit risk. Loans represent our single largest concentration of risk. The ALLL is our estimation of incurred losses within the existing loan portfolio. We allocate the ALLL throughout the loan portfolio based on our assessment of the underlying risks associated with each loan segment. Our assessments include allocations based on specific impairment valuation allowances, historical charge-offs, internally assigned credit risk ratings, and past due and nonaccrual balances. A portion of the ALLL is not allocated to any one loan segment, but is instead a representation of other qualitative risks that reflect the margin of imprecision inherent in the underlying assumptions used in the methodologies for estimating specific and general losses in the portfolio.
The following table summarizes our charge-offs, recoveries, provision for loan losses, and ALLL balances as of, and for the:
 
Three Months Ended 
 September 30
 
Nine Months Ended 
 September 30

2019
 
2018
 
2019
 
2018
ALLL at beginning of period
$
8,037

 
$
8,200

 
$
8,375

 
$
7,700

Charge-offs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial
21

 

 
134

 
450

Agricultural
1

 
7

 
60

 
51

Residential real estate

 
61

 
96

 
100

Consumer
121

 
111

 
324

 
247

Total charge-offs
143

 
179

 
614

 
848

Recoveries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial
25

 
79

 
98

 
282

Agricultural
1

 
1

 
2

 
2

Residential real estate
25

 
37

 
143

 
162

Consumer
31

 
38

 
117

 
166

Total recoveries
82

 
155

 
360

 
612

Net loan charge-offs (recoveries)
61

 
24

 
254

 
236

Provision for loan losses
193

 
(76
)
 
48

 
636

ALLL at end of period
$
8,169

 
$
8,100

 
$
8,169

 
$
8,100

Net loan charge-offs (recoveries) to average loans outstanding
0.01
%
 
%
 
0.02
%
 
0.02
%
The following table summarizes our charge-offs, recoveries, provisions for loan losses, and ALLL balances as of, and for the three month periods ended:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Total charge-offs
$
143

 
$
333

 
$
138

 
$
253

 
$
179

Total recoveries
82

 
151

 
127

 
186

 
155

Net loan charge-offs (recoveries)
61

 
182

 
11

 
67

 
24

Net loan charge-offs (recoveries) to average loans outstanding
0.01
%
 
0.02
 %
 
%
 
0.01
%
 
 %
Provision for loan losses
$
193

 
$
(179
)
 
$
34

 
$
342

 
$
(76
)
Provision for loan losses to average loans outstanding
0.02
%
 
(0.02
)%
 
%
 
0.03
%
 
(0.01
)%
ALLL
$
8,169

 
$
8,037

 
$
8,398

 
$
8,375

 
$
8,100

ALLL as a % of loans at end of period
0.69
%
 
0.68
 %
 
0.73
%
 
0.74
%
 
0.71
 %
While we have experienced fluctuations in credit quality indicators in recent periods, credit quality remains strong. Overall, our level of required reserve is modest due to strong credit quality indicators, low historical loss factors, and a low amount of net charge-offs.

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The following table illustrates our changes within the two main components of the ALLL as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
ALLL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Individually evaluated for impairment
$
1,333

 
$
1,479

 
$
1,509

 
$
1,938

 
$
2,074

Collectively evaluated for impairment
6,836

 
6,558

 
6,889

 
6,437

 
6,026

Total
$
8,169

 
$
8,037

 
$
8,398

 
$
8,375

 
$
8,100

ALLL to gross loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Individually evaluated for impairment
0.11
%
 
0.13
%
 
0.13
%
 
0.17
%
 
0.18
%
Collectively evaluated for impairment
0.58
%
 
0.55
%
 
0.60
%
 
0.57
%
 
0.53
%
Total
0.69
%
 
0.68
%
 
0.73
%
 
0.74
%
 
0.71
%
For further discussion of the allocation of the ALLL, see “Note 4 – Loans and ALLL” of our interim condensed consolidated financial statements.
Loans Past Due and Loans in Nonaccrual Status
Fluctuations in past due and nonaccrual status loans can have a significant impact on the ALLL. To determine the potential impact, and corresponding estimated losses, we analyze our historical loss trends on loans past due greater than 30 days and nonaccrual status loans for indications of additional deterioration.
 
Total Past Due and Nonaccrual Loans

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Commercial
$
3,175

 
$
2,243

 
$
5,299

 
$
2,722

 
$
3,084

Agricultural
4,800

 
6,672

 
6,854

 
5,377

 
5,663

Residential real estate
1,999

 
1,690

 
6,063

 
3,208

 
3,137

Consumer
162

 
94

 
152

 
105

 
68

Total
$
10,136

 
$
10,699

 
$
18,368

 
$
11,412

 
$
11,952

Total past due and nonaccrual loans to gross loans
0.85
%
 
0.91
%
 
1.60
%
 
1.01
%
 
1.05
%
Past due and nonaccrual status loans have generally improved over the last year and continue to be at low levels as a result of strong repayment performance. We experienced an increase in past due commercial and residential real estate loans during the first quarter of 2019. This activity was closely monitored by management and a high level of delinquent loan repayments were received in early April 2019. As such, levels normalized by the end of the second quarter of 2019 and management feels the increase in commercial and residential mortgage loans past due as of March 31, 2019 was not indicative of a trend. A summary of loans past due and in nonaccrual status, including the composition of the ending balance of nonaccrual status loans by type, is included in “Note 4 – Loans and ALLL” of our interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

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Troubled Debt Restructurings
We have taken a proactive approach to avoid foreclosures on borrowers who are willing to work with us in modifying their loans, thus making them more affordable. This approach has permitted certain borrowers to develop a payment structure that will allow them to continue making payments in lieu of foreclosure. The modifications have been successful for us and our customers as very few of the modified loans have resulted in foreclosures. The majority of new modifications result in terms that satisfy our criteria for continued interest accrual. TDRs that have been placed in nonaccrual status may be placed back on accrual status after six months of continued performance and achievement of current payment status.
We restructure debt with borrowers who, due to financial difficulties, are unable to service their debt under the original terms. We may extend the amortization period, reduce interest rates, allow interest only payment structures, forgive principal, forgive interest, or grant a combination of these modifications. Typically, the modifications are for a period of three years or less. There were no TDRs that were government sponsored as of September 30, 2019 or December 31, 2018.
Losses associated with TDRs, if any, are included in the estimation of the ALLL during the quarter in which a loan is identified as a TDR, and we review the analysis of the ALLL estimation each reporting period thereafter to ensure its continued appropriateness.
The following tables provide roll-forwards of TDRs for the:

Three Months Ended September 30, 2019
 
Accruing Interest
 
Nonaccrual
 
Total
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
July 1, 2019
122

 
$
20,310

 
22

 
$
5,655

 
144

 
$
25,965

New modifications
1

 
25

 

 

 
1

 
25

Principal advances (payments)

 
(260
)
 

 
(120
)
 

 
(380
)
Loans paid off
(4
)
 
(294
)
 
(2
)
 
(617
)
 
(6
)
 
(911
)
Partial charge-offs

 

 

 

 

 

Transfers to accrual status
8

 
1,142

 
(8
)
 
(1,142
)
 

 

Transfers to nonaccrual status
(1
)
 
(30
)
 
1

 
30

 

 

September 30, 2019
126

 
$
20,893

 
13

 
$
3,806

 
139

 
$
24,699


Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019
 
Accruing Interest
 
Nonaccrual
 
Total
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
January 1, 2019
133

 
$
23,400

 
28

 
$
3,551

 
161

 
$
26,951

New modifications
6

 
2,043

 

 

 
6

 
2,043

Principal advances (payments)

 
(980
)
 

 
(380
)
 

 
(1,360
)
Loans paid off
(16
)
 
(1,487
)
 
(11
)
 
(1,335
)
 
(27
)
 
(2,822
)
Partial charge-offs

 

 

 
(65
)
 

 
(65
)
Transfers to OREO

 

 
(1
)
 
(48
)
 
(1
)
 
(48
)
Transfers to accrual status
9

 
1,219

 
(9
)
 
(1,219
)
 

 

Transfers to nonaccrual status
(6
)
 
(3,302
)
 
6

 
3,302

 

 

September 30, 2019
126

 
$
20,893

 
13

 
$
3,806

 
139

 
$
24,699


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Three Months Ended September 30, 2018
 
Accruing Interest
 
Nonaccrual
 
Total
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
July 1, 2018
142

 
$
23,730

 
21

 
$
4,071

 
163

 
$
27,801

New modifications
3

 
950

 
5

 
476

 
8

 
1,426

Principal advances (payments)

 
(557
)
 

 
(46
)
 

 
(603
)
Loans paid off
(6
)
 
(244
)
 
(2
)
 
(363
)
 
(8
)
 
(607
)
Partial charge-offs

 

 

 
(7
)
 

 
(7
)
Transfers to nonaccrual status
(2
)
 
(111
)
 
2

 
111

 

 

September 30, 2018
137

 
$
23,768

 
26

 
$
4,242

 
163

 
$
28,010


Nine Months Ended September 30, 2018
 
Accruing Interest
 
Nonaccrual
 
Total
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
 
Number
of
Loans
 
Balance
January 1, 2018
147

 
$
23,284

 
13

 
$
2,913

 
160

 
$
26,197

New modifications
25

 
6,514

 
9

 
1,133

 
34

 
7,647

Principal advances (payments)

 
(878
)
 

 
(621
)
 

 
(1,499
)
Loans paid off
(28
)
 
(3,942
)
 
(3
)
 
(386
)
 
(31
)
 
(4,328
)
Partial charge-offs

 

 

 
(7
)
 

 
(7
)
Transfers to nonaccrual status
(7
)
 
(1,210
)
 
7

 
1,210

 

 

September 30, 2018
137

 
$
23,768

 
26

 
$
4,242

 
163

 
$
28,010

The following table summarizes our TDRs as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
 
 

Accruing
Interest
 
Nonaccrual
 
Total
 
Accruing
Interest
 
Nonaccrual
 
Total
 
Total
Change
Current
$
20,634

 
$
508

 
$
21,142

 
$
21,794

 
$
2,673

 
$
24,467

 
$
(3,325
)
Past due 30-59 days
259

 
3,298

 
3,557

 
899

 

 
899

 
2,658

Past due 60-89 days

 

 

 
707

 

 
707

 
(707
)
Past due 90 days or more

 

 

 

 
878

 
878

 
(878
)
Total
$
20,893

 
$
3,806

 
$
24,699

 
$
23,400

 
$
3,551

 
$
26,951

 
$
(2,252
)
Additional disclosures about TDRs are included in “Note 4 – Loans and ALLL” of our interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

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Impaired Loans
The following is a summary of information pertaining to impaired loans as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
December 31, 2018

Recorded
Balance
 
Unpaid
Principal
Balance
 
Valuation
Allowance
 
Recorded
Balance
 
Unpaid
Principal
Balance
 
Valuation
Allowance
TDRs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
$
5,929

 
$
6,249

 
$
29

 
$
6,507

 
$
6,840

 
$
437

Commercial other
1,299

 
1,299

 

 
1,713

 
1,713

 

Agricultural real estate
8,001

 
8,001

 
101

 
7,452

 
7,452

 
112

Agricultural other
4,554

 
4,554

 
11

 
5,288

 
5,331

 

Residential real estate senior liens
4,883

 
5,164

 
971

 
5,923

 
6,205

 
1,181

Residential real estate junior liens
12

 
12

 
2

 
12

 
12

 
2

Home equity lines of credit
21

 
321

 

 
47

 
347

 

Consumer secured

 

 

 
9

 
9

 

Total TDRs
24,699

 
25,600

 
1,114

 
26,951

 
27,909

 
1,732

Other impaired loans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commercial real estate
157

 
219

 

 
256

 
318

 

Commercial other
1,241

 
1,241

 
5

 
1,423

 
1,530

 
6

Agricultural real estate
516

 
516

 

 
557

 
558

 

Agricultural other
695

 
695

 
20

 
1,001

 
1,000

 
20

Residential real estate senior liens
962

 
1,151

 
194

 
911

 
1,084

 
180

Residential real estate junior liens

 

 

 

 

 

Home equity lines of credit
75

 
75

 

 

 

 

Total other impaired loans
3,646

 
3,897

 
219

 
4,148

 
4,490

 
206

Total impaired loans
$
28,345

 
$
29,497

 
$
1,333

 
$
31,099

 
$
32,399

 
$
1,938

Additional disclosures related to impaired loans are included in “Note 4 – Loans and ALLL” of our interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

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Nonperforming Assets
The following table summarizes our nonperforming assets as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Nonaccrual status loans
$
6,962

 
$
8,107

 
$
7,260

 
$
7,260

 
$
7,136

Accruing loans past due 90 days or more
40

 
110

 
30

 
113

 
274

Total nonperforming loans
7,002

 
8,217

 
7,290

 
7,373

 
7,410

Foreclosed assets
468

 
513

 
401

 
355

 
305

Total nonperforming assets
$
7,470

 
$
8,730

 
$
7,691

 
$
7,728

 
$
7,715

Nonperforming loans as a % of total loans
0.59
%
 
0.70
%
 
0.64
%
 
0.65
%
 
0.65
%
Nonperforming assets as a % of total assets
0.41
%
 
0.48
%
 
0.43
%
 
0.42
%
 
0.42
%
The accrual of interest on commercial and agricultural loans, as well as residential real estate loans, is discontinued at the time a loan is 90 days or more past due unless the credit is well-secured and in the process of short-term collection. Upon transferring a loan to nonaccrual status, we perform an evaluation to determine the net realizable value of the underlying collateral. This evaluation is used to help determine if a charge-off is necessary. Consumer loans are typically charged-off no later than 180 days past due. Loans may be placed back on accrual status after six months of continued performance and achievement of current payment status. While the level of nonperforming loans has fluctuated in recent periods, it remains low in comparison to peer banks. Recent fluctuations in nonaccrual loans have been concentrated in our agricultural portfolio as a result of the challenges facing much of the agricultural industry.
The following tables summarize nonaccrual loans as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Commercial
$
1,632

 
$
1,692

 
$
1,931

 
$
1,757

 
$
1,140

Agricultural
4,520

 
5,532

 
4,757

 
4,949

 
5,298

Residential real estate
810

 
883

 
572

 
554

 
698

Total
$
6,962

 
$
8,107

 
$
7,260

 
$
7,260

 
$
7,136

Included in the nonaccrual loan balances above were loans currently classified as TDR as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Commercial
$
390

 
$
450

 
$
515

 
$
160

 
$
723

Agricultural
3,309

 
5,096

 
3,199

 
3,391

 
3,237

Residential real estate
107

 
109

 
111

 

 
282

Total
$
3,806

 
$
5,655

 
$
3,825

 
$
3,551

 
$
4,242

Additional disclosures about nonaccrual status loans are included in “Note 4 – Loans and ALLL” of our interim condensed consolidated financial statements.
We continue to devote considerable attention to identifying impaired loans and adjusting the net carrying value of these loans to their current net realizable values through the establishment of a specific reserve or the recording of a charge-off. We have identified all impaired loans as of September 30, 2019.
The level of the ALLL is appropriate as of September 30, 2019. We closely monitor overall credit quality indicators and our policies and procedures related to the analysis of the ALLL to ensure that the ALLL remains at an appropriate level.

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Noninterest Income and Noninterest Expenses
Significant noninterest income balances are highlighted in the following tables for the:

Three Months Ended September 30
 
 
 
 
 
Change
 
2019
 
2018
 
$
 
%
Service charges and fees
$
1,705

 
$
1,557

 
$
148

 
9.51
 %
Investment and Trust advisory fees
689

 
748

 
(59
)
 
(7.89
)%
Earnings on corporate owned life insurance policies
190

 
185

 
5

 
2.70
 %
Net gain on sale of mortgage loans
199

 
171

 
28

 
16.37
 %
Net gains on foreclosed assets
202

 
23

 
179

 
778.26
 %
Net gains on sale of AFS securities
6

 

 
6

 
N/M

Other
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corporate Settlement Solutions joint venture
181

 
120

 
61

 
50.83
 %
All other
102

 
74

 
28

 
37.84
 %
Total other
283

 
194

 
89

 
45.88
 %
Total noninterest income
$
3,274

 
$
2,878

 
$
396

 
13.76
 %

Nine Months Ended September 30
 
 
 
 
 
Change
 
2019
 
2018
 
$
 
%
Service charges and fees
$
4,706

 
$
4,533

 
$
173

 
3.82
%
Investment and Trust advisory fees
2,146

 
2,144

 
2

 
0.09
%
Earnings on corporate owned life insurance policies
564

 
551

 
13

 
2.36
%
Net gain on sale of mortgage loans
408

 
339

 
69

 
20.35
%
Net gains on foreclosed assets
213

 
34

 
179

 
526.47
%
Net gains on sale of AFS securities
6

 

 
6

 
N/M

Other
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corporate Settlement Solutions joint venture
394

 
274

 
120

 
43.80
%
All other
327

 
241

 
86

 
35.68
%
Total other
721

 
515

 
206

 
40.00
%
Total noninterest income
$
8,764

 
$
8,116

 
$
648

 
7.98
%
Service charges and fees include ATM and debit card fees, NSF and overdraft fees, loan servicing fee income, OMSR income and other deposit account fees. ATM and debit card fees fluctuate from period-to-period based primarily on usage of ATM and debit cards. OMSR income results are driven, in part, by changes in offering rates on residential mortgage loans, anticipated prepayments in the servicing-retained portfolio, and the volume of loans within the servicing-retained portfolio. As such, OMSR income during 2019 could experience fluctuations and may not exceed 2018 OMSR income. Service charges and fees during the remainder of 2019 are expected to exceed 2018 income due primarily to ATM and debit card fees.
We are continually analyzing our AFS securities portfolio for potential sale opportunities. Securities with unrealized gains or less than desirable yields may be sold for funding and profitability purposes. During the third quarter of 2019, we identified securities that were desirable to be sold and recognized net gains with these sales.
Income related to our joint venture in Corporate Settlement Solutions increased during 2019 as a result of new customers, increased volume from existing customers, and reduced expenses. As a result, income during 2019 is expected to exceed 2018 income.
Net gains on foreclosed assets fluctuate from time-to-time and are based on the level of activity in foreclosures and properties owned.
The fluctuations in all other income are spread throughout various categories, none of which are individually significant.

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Significant noninterest expense balances are highlighted in the following tables for the:

Three Months Ended September 30
 
 
 
 
 
Change
 
2019
 
2018
 
$
 
%
Compensation and benefits
$
5,971

 
$
5,845

 
$
126

 
2.16
 %
Furniture and equipment
1,427

 
1,473

 
(46
)
 
(3.12
)%
Occupancy
830

 
870

 
(40
)
 
(4.60
)%
Other
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Audit, consulting, and legal fees
508

 
566

 
(58
)
 
(10.25
)%
ATM and debit card fees
308

 
246

 
62

 
25.20
 %
Loan underwriting fees
185

 
339

 
(154
)
 
(45.43
)%
Donations and community relations
330

 
141

 
189

 
134.04
 %
Director fees
195

 
212

 
(17
)
 
(8.02
)%
Marketing costs
248

 
285

 
(37
)
 
(12.98
)%
Memberships and subscriptions
176

 
153

 
23

 
15.03
 %
Education and travel
72

 
130

 
(58
)
 
(44.62
)%
FDIC insurance premiums
(282
)
 
185

 
(467
)
 
(252.43
)%
All other
652

 
642

 
10

 
1.56
 %
Total other
2,392

 
2,899

 
(507
)
 
(17.49
)%
Total noninterest expenses
$
10,620

 
$
11,087

 
$
(467
)
 
(4.21
)%

Nine Months Ended September 30
 
 
 
 
 
Change
 
2019
 
2018
 
$
 
%
Compensation and benefits
$
17,650

 
$
17,018

 
$
632

 
3.71
 %
Furniture and equipment
4,330

 
4,459

 
(129
)
 
(2.89
)%
Occupancy
2,594

 
2,501

 
93

 
3.72
 %
Other
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Audit, consulting, and legal fees
1,424

 
1,745

 
(321
)
 
(18.40
)%
ATM and debit card fees
854

 
712

 
142

 
19.94
 %
Loan underwriting fees
669

 
653

 
16

 
2.45
 %
Donations and community relations
660

 
502

 
158

 
31.47
 %
Director fees
592

 
643

 
(51
)
 
(7.93
)%
Marketing costs
561

 
544

 
17

 
3.13
 %
Memberships and subscriptions
519

 
422

 
97

 
22.99
 %
Education and travel
285

 
346

 
(61
)
 
(17.63
)%
FDIC insurance premiums
50

 
505

 
(455
)
 
(90.10
)%
All other
1,970

 
1,932

 
38

 
1.97
 %
Total other
7,584

 
8,004

 
(420
)
 
(5.25
)%
Total noninterest expenses
$
32,158

 
$
31,982

 
$
176

 
0.55
 %
The increase in compensation and benefits expense is primarily related to increased expenses to our employee incentive plans which required additional expenses during the second and third quarters of 2019. As a result, compensation and benefits expense in 2019 is expected to exceed 2018 levels.
Audit, consulting, and legal fees in 2018 included one-time charges related to income tax strategies. As a result, 2019 expenses were less than 2018 year-to-date and this trend is expected for the remainder of 2019.
Donations and community relations increased during 2019 as result of initiatives designed to deepen and strengthen our relationship with the communities in which we operate and serve. Some of these initiatives include volunteering our time and making monetary contributions. We anticipate donations and community relations expenses in 2019 to exceed 2018 expenses.

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Loan underwriting fees increased during the second half of 2018 and continued in the first quarter of 2019 as a result of new loan products, including first time home buyer and down payment assistance programs designed to generate residential mortgage growth. Loan underwriting fees in 2019 are not expected to exceed 2018 levels based on availability of products during 2019.
As a result of an assessment credit received during the third quarter of 2019 of $440, FDIC insurance premiums declined and as a result, expenses for 2019 are not likely to exceed 2018 levels.
The fluctuations in all other expenses are spread throughout various categories, none of which are individually significant.
Analysis of Changes in Financial Condition

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
$ Change
 
% Change
(unannualized)
ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$
34,331

 
$
73,471

 
$
(39,140
)
 
(53.27
)%
AFS securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortized cost of AFS securities
439,392

 
501,245

 
(61,853
)
 
(12.34
)%
Unrealized gains (losses) on AFS securities
6,137

 
(6,411
)
 
12,548

 
N/M

AFS securities
445,529

 
494,834

 
(49,305
)
 
(9.96
)%
Mortgage loans AFS
1,912

 
358

 
1,554

 
N/M

Loans
 
 
 
 


 
 
Gross loans
1,191,804

 
1,128,707

 
63,097

 
5.59
 %
Less allowance for loan and lease losses
8,169

 
8,375

 
(206
)
 
(2.46
)%
Net loans
1,183,635

 
1,120,332

 
63,303

 
5.65
 %
Premises and equipment
26,350

 
27,815

 
(1,465
)
 
(5.27
)%
Corporate owned life insurance policies
28,261

 
27,733

 
528

 
1.90
 %
Accrued interest receivable
7,360

 
6,928

 
432

 
6.24
 %
Equity securities without readily determinable fair values
25,130

 
24,948

 
182

 
0.73
 %
Goodwill and other intangible assets
48,396

 
48,451

 
(55
)
 
(0.11
)%
Other assets
12,780

 
17,632

 
(4,852
)
 
(27.52
)%
TOTAL ASSETS
$
1,813,684

 
$
1,842,502

 
$
(28,818
)
 
(1.56
)%
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deposits
$
1,308,773

 
$
1,292,693

 
$
16,080

 
1.24
 %
Borrowed funds
277,386

 
340,299

 
(62,913
)
 
(18.49
)%
Accrued interest payable and other liabilities
15,149

 
13,991

 
1,158

 
8.28
 %
Total liabilities
1,601,308

 
1,646,983

 
(45,675
)
 
(2.77
)%
Shareholders’ equity
212,376

 
195,519

 
16,857

 
8.62
 %
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
$
1,813,684

 
$
1,842,502

 
$
(28,818
)
 
(1.56
)%
As shown above, total assets declined $28,818 since December 31, 2018 which was primarily driven by a decline in cash and cash equivalents and AFS securities. In the current interest rate environment, we have elected to use excess funds and proceeds from the sale of AFS securities to lend and reduce borrowed funds. As a result, the investment portfolio declined due to sales and normal calls and maturities. We experienced loan growth of $63,097 during the first nine months of 2019 which was largely driven by growth in our commercial loan portfolio.

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The following table outlines the changes in loans:

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
$ Change
 
% Change
(unannualized)
Commercial
$
708,735

 
$
659,529

 
$
49,206

 
7.46
 %
Agricultural
118,460

 
127,161

 
(8,701
)
 
(6.84
)%
Residential real estate
292,311

 
275,343

 
16,968

 
6.16
 %
Consumer
72,298

 
66,674

 
5,624

 
8.44
 %
Total
$
1,191,804

 
$
1,128,707

 
$
63,097

 
5.59
 %
The following table displays loan balances as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Commercial
$
708,735

 
$
701,954

 
$
677,554

 
$
659,529

 
$
668,915

Agricultural
118,460

 
120,363

 
123,393

 
127,161

 
129,232

Residential real estate
292,311

 
283,285

 
276,776

 
275,343

 
276,904

Consumer
72,298

 
71,020

 
67,109

 
66,674

 
64,879

Total
$
1,191,804

 
$
1,176,622

 
$
1,144,832

 
$
1,128,707

 
$
1,139,930

While competition for commercial loan opportunities continues to be strong, we experienced growth in this segment of the portfolio during the last 12 months and do not expect significant change during the remainder of 2019. Over the last 12 months agricultural loans have declined each quarter and while we do not anticipate significant declines, we do expect this trend to continue during the remainder of 2019. Residential real estate and consumer loans have experienced growth over the last year and continued growth is expected during the remainder of 2019.
The following table outlines the changes in deposits:

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
$ Change
 
% Change
(unannualized)
Noninterest bearing demand deposits
$
242,179

 
$
236,534

 
$
5,645

 
2.39
 %
Interest bearing demand deposits
230,579

 
235,287

 
(4,708
)
 
(2.00
)%
Savings deposits
409,930

 
387,252

 
22,678

 
5.86
 %
Certificates of deposit
357,984

 
358,127

 
(143
)
 
(0.04
)%
Brokered certificates of deposit
52,744

 
62,148

 
(9,404
)
 
(15.13
)%
Internet certificates of deposit
15,357

 
13,345

 
2,012

 
15.08
 %
Total
$
1,308,773

 
$
1,292,693

 
$
16,080

 
1.24
 %
The following table displays deposit balances as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Noninterest bearing demand deposits
$
242,179

 
$
244,240

 
$
229,865

 
$
236,534

 
$
229,269

Interest bearing demand deposits
230,579

 
228,704

 
236,997

 
235,287

 
235,529

Savings deposits
409,930

 
378,988

 
385,617

 
387,252

 
359,720

Certificates of deposit
357,984

 
359,945

 
361,716

 
358,127

 
353,974

Brokered certificates of deposit
52,744

 
57,773

 
50,273

 
62,148

 
84,720

Internet certificates of deposit
15,357

 
11,768

 
13,495

 
13,345

 
13,594

Total
$
1,308,773

 
$
1,281,418

 
$
1,277,963

 
$
1,292,693

 
$
1,276,806

While total deposits have fluctuated over the past 12 months, we experienced growth in non-contractual deposits, such as noninterest bearing demand and savings deposits. We also experienced marginal growth in certificates of deposit over the past year. Brokered certificates of deposit offer another source of funding and may fluctuate from period-to-period based on our funding needs, including changes in assets such as loans and investments. In recent periods, we used excess liquidity to reduce high-cost deposits, such as brokered certificates of deposit.

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The primary objective of our investing activities is to provide for safety of the principal invested. Secondary considerations include the need for earnings, liquidity, and our overall exposure to changes in interest rates. The current flat yield curve encourages using excess liquidity to reduce high-cost borrowings and therefore, AFS securities balances are not expected to rise significantly in the near term. The following table displays fair values of AFS securities as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
Government sponsored enterprises
$

 
$
160

 
$
165

 
$
170

 
$
180

States and political subdivisions
175,575

 
176,742

 
191,266

 
190,866

 
193,957

Auction rate money market preferred
3,089

 
2,849

 
2,819

 
2,554

 
3,108

Mortgage-backed securities
150,120

 
173,340

 
181,138

 
184,484

 
188,136

Collateralized mortgage obligations
116,745

 
117,358

 
119,454

 
116,760

 
115,758

Total
$
445,529

 
$
470,449

 
$
494,842

 
$
494,834

 
$
501,139

Borrowed funds include FHLB advances, securities sold under agreements to repurchase, and federal funds purchased. The balance of borrowed funds fluctuates from period-to-period based on our funding needs that arise from changes in loans, investments, and deposits. The following table displays borrowed funds balances as of:

September 30
2019
 
June 30
2019
 
March 31
2019
 
December 31
2018
 
September 30
2018
FHLB advances
$
245,000

 
$
295,000

 
$
280,000

 
$
300,000

 
$
320,000

Securities sold under agreements to repurchase without stated maturity dates
32,386

 
25,462

 
29,824

 
40,299

 
39,776

Federal funds purchased

 

 
1,860

 

 

Total
$
277,386

 
$
320,462

 
$
311,684

 
$
340,299

 
$
359,776

Contractual Obligations and Loan Commitments
We are party to credit related financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk. These financial instruments are entered into in the normal course of business to meet the financing needs of our customers. These financial instruments involve, to varying degrees, elements of credit and interest rate risk in excess of the amounts recognized in the consolidated balance sheets. The contractual or notional amounts of these instruments reflect the extent of involvement we have in a particular class of financial instrument.
The following table summarizes our credit related financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk as of:

September 30
2019
 
December 31
2018
Unfunded commitments under lines of credit
$
192,385

 
$
199,652

Commitments to grant loans
23,026

 
13,225

Commercial and standby letters of credit
4,498

 
1,723

Total
$
219,909

 
$
214,600

Unfunded commitments under lines of credit are commitments for possible future extensions of credit to existing customers. These commitments may expire without being drawn upon and do not necessarily represent future cash requirements. Advances to mortgage brokers are also included in unfunded commitments under lines of credit. The unfunded commitment amount is the difference between our outstanding balances and the maximum outstanding aggregate amount.
Commitments to grant loans are agreements to lend to a customer as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. The amount of collateral obtained, if it is deemed necessary, is based on management’s credit evaluation of the customer. Commitments to grant loans include residential mortgage loans that may be committed to be sold to the secondary market.
Commercial and standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party. Those guarantees are primarily issued to support private borrowing arrangements, including commercial paper, bond financing, and similar transactions. These commitments to extend credit and letters of credit generally mature within one year. The credit risk involved in these transactions is essentially the same as that involved in extending loans to customers. We evaluate each customer's credit worthiness on a case-by-case basis. The amount of collateral obtained, if deemed necessary upon the extension of credit, is based on a credit evaluation of the borrower. While we consider standby letters of credit to be

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guarantees, the amount of the liability related to such guarantees on the commitment date is not significant and a liability related to such guarantees is not recorded on the consolidated balance sheets.
Our exposure to credit-related loss in the event of nonperformance by the counter parties to the financial instruments for commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit could be up to the contractual notional amount of those instruments. We use the same credit policies as we do for extending loans to customers. No significant losses are anticipated as a result of these commitments.
Capital
Capital consists solely of common stock, retained earnings, and accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). We are authorized to raise capital through dividend reinvestment, employee and director stock purchases, and shareholder stock purchases. Pursuant to these authorizations, we issued 159,521 shares or $3,672 of common stock during the first nine months of 2019, as compared to 189,074 shares or $5,093 of common stock during the same period in 2018. We also offer the Directors Plan in which participants purchase stock units through deferred fees, in lieu of cash payments. Pursuant to this plan, we increased shareholders’ equity by $415 and $449 during the nine month periods ended September 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
We have publicly announced a common stock repurchase plan. Pursuant to this plan, we repurchased 92,256 shares or $2,140 of common stock during the first nine months of 2019 and 215,427 shares or $6,212 during the first nine months of 2018. As of September 30, 2019, we were authorized to repurchase up to an additional 75,398 shares of common stock.
The FRB has established minimum risk based capital guidelines. Pursuant to these guidelines, a framework has been established that assigns risk weights to each category of on and off-balance-sheet items to arrive at risk adjusted total assets. Regulatory capital is divided by the risk adjusted assets with the resulting ratio compared to the minimum standard to determine whether a corporation has adequate capital. On July 2, 2013, the FRB published revised BASEL III Capital standards for banks. The final rules redefined what is included or deducted from equity capital, changed risk weighting for certain on and off-balance sheet assets, increased the minimum required equity capital to be considered well capitalized, and introduced a capital conservation buffer. The rules, which were gradually phased in between 2015 and 2019, did not have a material impact on the Corporation but do require us to hold more capital than has historically been required.
Effective January 1, 2015, the minimum standard for primary, or Tier 1 capital, increased from 4.00% to 6.00%. The minimum standard for total capital is 8.00%. Also effective January 1, 2015 was the new common equity tier 1 capital ratio which had a minimum requirement of 4.50%. Beginning on January 1, 2016 the capital conservation buffer went into effect which increased the required levels each year through 2019. The following table sets forth the minimum percentages required under the Risk Based Capital guidelines and our ratios as of:
 
September 30, 2019
 
December 31, 2018
 
Actual
 
Minimum Required - BASEL III
 
Required to be Considered Well Capitalized
 
Actual
 
Minimum Required - BASEL III
 
Required to be Considered Well Capitalized
Common equity tier 1 capital
12.58
%
 
7.00
%
 
6.50
%
 
12.58
%
 
6.375
%
 
6.50
%
Tier 1 capital
12.58
%
 
8.50
%
 
8.00
%
 
12.58
%
 
7.875
%
 
8.00
%
Total capital
13.21
%
 
10.50
%
 
10.00
%
 
13.26
%
 
9.875
%
 
10.00
%
Tier 1 leverage
9.16
%
 
4.00
%
 
5.00
%
 
8.72
%
 
4.00
%
 
5.00
%
There are no significant regulatory constraints placed on our capital. At September 30, 2019, all regulatory capital ratios for the Bank exceeded the minimum thresholds to be considered a “well capitalized” institution.

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Fair Value
We utilize fair value measurements to record fair value adjustments to certain assets and liabilities and to determine fair value disclosures. AFS securities, cash flow hedge derivative instruments and certain liabilities are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Additionally, from time-to-time, we may be required to record at fair value other assets on a nonrecurring basis, such as mortgage loans AFS, impaired loans, goodwill, foreclosed assets, OMSR, and certain other assets and liabilities. These nonrecurring fair value adjustments typically involve the application of lower of cost or market accounting or write downs of individual assets.
For further information regarding fair value measurements see “Note 12 – Fair Value” of our interim condensed consolidated financial statements.
Liquidity
Liquidity is monitored regularly by our Market Risk Committee, which consists of members of senior management. The committee reviews projected cash flows, key ratios, and liquidity available from both primary and secondary sources.
Our primary sources of liquidity are cash and cash equivalents and unencumbered AFS securities. These categories totaled $267,167 or 14.73% of assets as of September 30, 2019, compared to $256,583 or 13.93% as of December 31, 2018. The increase in the percentage of primary liquidity is a direct result of our unencumbered AFS securities' sale, maturity and principal payment activity during 2019. Liquidity is important for financial institutions because of their need to meet loan funding commitments, depositor withdrawal requests, and various other commitments including expansion of operations, investment opportunities, and payment of cash dividends. Liquidity could vary significantly daily, based on customer activity.
Deposit accounts are our primary source of funds. Our secondary sources include the ability to borrow from the FHLB, from the FRB, and through various correspondent banks in the form of federal funds purchased and a line of credit. These funding methods typically carry a higher interest rate than traditional market deposit accounts. In recent periods, we have elected to use excess funds and proceeds from the sale of AFS securities to reduce borrowings and other higher cost funding sources. Some borrowed funds, including FHLB advances, FRB Discount Window advances, and repurchase agreements, require us to pledge assets, typically in the form of AFS securities or loans, as collateral. As of September 30, 2019, we had available lines of credit of $137,016.
The following table summarizes our sources and uses of cash for the nine month period ended September 30:

2019
 
2018
 
$ Variance
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
$
17,083

 
$
14,250

 
$
2,833

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
(3,875
)
 
(15,457
)
 
11,582

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
(52,348
)
 
18,911

 
(71,259
)
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
(39,140
)
 
17,704

 
(56,844
)
Cash and cash equivalents January 1
73,471

 
30,848

 
42,623

Cash and cash equivalents September 30
$
34,331

 
$
48,552

 
$
(14,221
)
Market Risk
Our primary market risks are interest rate risk and liquidity risk. IRR is the exposure of our net interest income to changes in interest rates. IRR results from the difference in the maturity or repricing frequency of a financial institution's interest earning assets and its interest bearing liabilities. IRR is the fundamental method by which financial institutions earn income and create shareholder value. Excessive exposure to IRR could pose a significant risk to our earnings and capital.
The FRB has adopted a policy requiring us to effectively manage the various risks that can have a material impact on our safety and soundness. The risks include credit, interest rate, liquidity, operational, and reputational. We have policies, procedures, and internal controls for measuring and managing these risks. Specifically, our Funds Management policy and procedures include defining acceptable types and terms of investments and funding sources, liquidity requirements, limits on investments in long-term assets, limiting the mismatch in repricing opportunities of assets and liabilities, and the frequency of measuring and reporting to our Board.
The primary technique to measure IRR is simulation analysis. Simulation analysis forecasts the effects on the balance sheet structure and net interest income under a variety of scenarios that incorporate changes in interest rates, the shape of yield curves, interest rate relationships, loan prepayments, and funding sources. These forecasts are compared against net interest income projected in a stable interest rate environment. While many assets and liabilities reprice either at maturity or in

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accordance with their contractual terms, several balance sheet components demonstrate characteristics that require an evaluation to more accurately reflect their repricing behavior. Key assumptions in the simulation analysis include prepayments on loans, probable calls of investment securities, changes in market conditions, loan volumes and loan pricing, deposit sensitivity, and customer preferences. These assumptions are inherently uncertain as they are subject to fluctuation and revision in a dynamic rate environment. As a result, the simulation analysis cannot precisely forecast the impact of rising and falling interest rates on net interest income. Actual results will differ from simulated results due to many other factors, including changes in balance sheet components, interest rate changes, changes in market conditions, and management strategies.
Our interest rate sensitivity is estimated by first forecasting the next 12 and 24 months of net interest income under an assumed environment of a constant balance sheet and constant market interest rates (base case). We then compare the results of various simulation analyses to the base case. At September 30, 2019, we projected the change in net interest income during the next 12 and 24 months assuming market interest rates were to immediately decrease by 100 and 200 basis points and increase by 100, 200, 300, and 400 basis points in a parallel fashion over the entire yield curve during the same time period. These projections were based on our assets and liabilities remaining static over the next 12 and 24 months, while factoring in probable calls and prepayments of certain investment securities and residential real estate and consumer loans. While it is extremely unlikely that interest rates would immediately increase to these levels, we feel that these extreme scenarios help us identify potential gaps and mismatches in the repricing characteristics of assets and liabilities. We regularly monitor our projected net interest income sensitivity to ensure that it remains within established limits.
The following tables summarize our interest rate sensitivity for the next 12 and 24 months as of:

September 30, 2019

12 Months
Immediate basis point change assumption (short-term)
-200
 
-100
 
+100
 
+200
 
+300
 
+400
Percent change in net interest income vs. constant rates
(2.80
)%
 
(2.44
)%
 
3.34
%
 
6.72
%
 
10.90
%
 
14.79
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
24 Months
Immediate basis point change assumption (short-term)
-200
 
-100
 
+100
 
+200
 
+300
 
+400
Percent change in net interest income vs. constant rates
(2.76
)%
 
(3.06
)%
 
4.50
%
 
8.98
%
 
13.97
%
 
18.31
%
 
December 31, 2018
 
12 Months
Immediate basis point change assumption (short-term)
-200
 
-100
 
+100
 
+200
 
+300
 
+400
Percent change in net interest income vs. constant rates
(4.90
)%
 
(2.85
)%
 
1.06
%
 
2.67
%
 
5.15
%
 
6.22
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
24 Months
Immediate basis point change assumption (short-term)
-200
 
-100
 
+100
 
+200
 
+300
 
+400
Percent change in net interest income vs. constant rates
(6.76
)%
 
(4.04
)%
 
1.83
%
 
3.82
%
 
6.53
%
 
6.54
%

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The following tables provide information about assets and liabilities that are sensitive to changes in interest rates as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018. The principal amounts of investments, loans, other interest earning assets, borrowings, and time deposits maturing were calculated based on the contractual maturity dates. Fair values for loans do not reflect the exit price notion as previously disclosed. Estimated cash flows for savings and NOW accounts are based on our estimated deposit decay rates.

September 30, 2019
 
2020
 
2021
 
2022
 
2023
 
2024
 
Thereafter
 
Total
 
Fair Value
Rate sensitive assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other interest bearing assets
$
8,209

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
8,209

 
$
8,208

Average interest rates
1.92
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
1.92
%
 
 
AFS securities
$
95,014

 
$
72,254

 
$
67,433

 
$
56,051

 
$
37,808

 
$
116,969

 
$
445,529

 
$
445,529

Average interest rates
2.46
%
 
2.49
%
 
2.39
%
 
2.47
%
 
2.55
%
 
2.47
%
 
2.47
%
 
 
Fixed interest rate loans (1)
$
193,214

 
$
148,665

 
$
119,322

 
$
124,411

 
$
72,901

 
$
161,010

 
$
819,523

 
$
802,738

Average interest rates
4.21
%
 
4.45
%
 
4.42
%
 
4.53
%
 
4.43
%
 
4.21
%
 
4.35
%
 
 
Variable interest rate loans (1)
$
67,164

 
$
45,547

 
$
51,877

 
$
22,117

 
$
22,927

 
$
162,649

 
$
372,281

 
$
366,512

Average interest rates
5.79
%
 
5.34
%
 
5.47
%
 
5.06
%
 
5.09
%
 
4.64
%
 
5.10
%
 
 
Rate sensitive liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate borrowed funds
$
72,386

 
$
35,000

 
$
50,000

 
$
45,000

 
$
55,000

 
$
10,000

 
$
267,386

 
$
270,139

Average interest rates
1.34
%
 
1.78
%
 
1.97
%
 
2.97
%
 
2.68
%
 
1.17
%
 
2.06
%
 
 
Variable rate borrowed funds
$

 
$
10,000

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
10,000

 
$
10,064

Average interest rates
%
 
2.82
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
2.82
%
 
 
Savings and NOW accounts
$
57,586

 
$
52,311

 
$
46,863

 
$
42,016

 
$
37,706

 
$
404,027

 
$
640,509

 
$
640,509

Average interest rates
0.57
%
 
0.56
%
 
0.56
%
 
0.55
%
 
0.55
%
 
0.49
%
 
0.52
%
 
 
Fixed interest rate certificates of deposit
$
197,849

 
$
94,512

 
$
71,565

 
$
32,180

 
$
21,589

 
$
3,579

 
$
421,274

 
$
422,752

Average interest rates
1.96
%
 
2.25
%
 
2.27
%
 
2.27
%
 
2.36
%
 
1.88
%
 
2.13
%
 
 
Variable interest rate certificates of deposit
$
3,104

 
$
1,707

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
4,811

 
$
4,784

Average interest rates
1.32
%
 
1.31
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
1.31
%
 
 
 (1) The fair value reported is exclusive of the allocation of the ALLL.

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December 31, 2018
 
2019
 
2020
 
2021
 
2022
 
2023
 
Thereafter
 
Total
 
Fair Value
Rate sensitive assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other interest bearing assets
$
49,837

 
$
100

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
49,937

 
$
49,937

Average interest rates
1.85
%
 
1.72
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
1.85
%
 
 
AFS securities
$
84,691

 
$
77,165

 
$
70,081

 
$
70,033

 
$
59,541

 
$
133,323

 
$
494,834

 
$
494,834

Average interest rates
2.49
%
 
2.62
%
 
2.60
%
 
2.43
%
 
2.52
%
 
2.75
%
 
2.59
%
 
 
Fixed interest rate loans (1)
$
152,336

 
$
118,585

 
$
142,107

 
$
113,587

 
$
119,069

 
$
188,082

 
$
833,766

 
$
792,394

Average interest rates
4.44
%
 
4.37
%
 
4.34
%
 
4.46
%
 
4.49
%
 
4.23
%
 
4.38
%
 
 
Variable interest rate loans (1)
$
70,336

 
$
30,855

 
$
42,968

 
$
22,766

 
$
18,685

 
$
109,331

 
$
294,941

 
$
287,196

Average interest rates
6.14
%
 
5.75
%
 
5.76
%
 
5.22
%
 
5.01
%
 
4.16
%
 
5.16
%
 
 
Rate sensitive liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate borrowed funds
$
140,299

 
$
55,000

 
$
50,000

 
$
20,000

 
$
35,000

 
$
30,000

 
$
330,299

 
$
323,903

Average interest rates
1.41
%
 
2.18
%
 
1.91
%
 
1.97
%
 
3.17
%
 
2.36
%
 
1.92
%
 
 
Variable rate borrowed funds
$

 
$

 
$
10,000

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
10,000

 
$
9,926

Average interest rates
%
 
%
 
2.62
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
2.62
%
 
 
Savings and NOW accounts
$
55,248

 
$
49,944

 
$
44,783

 
$
40,191

 
$
36,105

 
$
396,268

 
$
622,539

 
$
622,539

Average interest rates
0.52
%
 
0.51
%
 
0.50
%
 
0.50
%
 
0.49
%
 
0.44
%
 
0.46
%
 
 
Fixed interest rate certificates of deposit
$
227,451

 
$
54,051

 
$
65,036

 
$
41,502

 
$
31,714

 
$
6,968

 
$
426,722

 
$
419,116

Average interest rates
1.63
%
 
1.90
%
 
2.09
%
 
1.99
%
 
2.23
%
 
2.14
%
 
1.82
%
 
 
Variable interest rate certificates of deposit
$
4,898

 
$
2,000

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
6,898

 
$
6,877

Average interest rates
2.32
%
 
2.61
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
%
 
2.40
%
 
 
 (1) The fair value reported is exclusive of the allocation of the ALLL.
We do not believe there has been a material change in the nature or categories of our primary market risk exposure, or the particular markets that present the primary risk of loss. We do not know of or expect there to be any material change in the general nature of our primary market risk exposure in the near term, and we do not expect to make material changes to our market risk methods in the near term. We may change those methods in the future to adapt to changes in circumstances or to implement new techniques.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk.
The information presented in the section captioned “Market Risk” in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 4. Controls and Procedures.
DISCLOSURE CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
We carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15(d)-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of September 30, 2019, pursuant to Exchange Act Rule 13a-15. Based upon that evaluation, the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures as of September 30, 2019, were effective to ensure that information required to be disclosed in reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act are recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in SEC rules and forms.
CHANGES IN INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
During the most recent fiscal quarter, no change occurred in our internal control over financial reporting that materially affected, or is likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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PART II – OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings.
We are not involved in any material legal proceedings. We are involved in ordinary, routine litigation incidental to our business; however, no such routine proceedings are expected to result in any material adverse effect on operations, earnings, financial condition, or cash flows.
Item 1A. Risk Factors.
There have been no material changes to the risk factors disclosed in Item 1A in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.
(A)
None
(B)
None
(C)
Repurchases of Common Stock
We have adopted and publicly announced a common stock repurchase plan. The plan was last amended on August 22, 2018, to allow for the repurchase of an additional 200,000 shares of common stock after that date. These authorizations do not have expiration dates. As common shares are repurchased under this plan, they are retired and revert back to the status of authorized, but unissued common shares.
The following table provides information for the three month period ended September 30, 2019, with respect to this plan:
 
Common Shares Repurchased
 
Total Number of Common Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plan or Program
 
Maximum Number of Common Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs

Number
 
Average Price
Per Common Share
 
 
Balance, June 30
 
 
 
 
 
 
110,582

July 1 - 31
10,220

 
$
23.09

 
10,220

 
100,362

August 1 - 31
2,285

 
22.32

 
2,285

 
98,077

September 1 - 30
22,679

 
22.62

 
22,679

 
75,398

Balance, September 30
35,184

 
$
22.74

 
35,184

 
75,398

Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities.
Not applicable.
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures.
Not applicable.
Item 5. Other Information.
Not applicable.

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Item 6. Exhibits.
(a) Exhibits
Exhibit Number
 
Exhibits
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
101.1*
 
101.INS (XBRL Instance Document)
 
 
 
 
 
101.SCH (XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document)
 
 
 
 
 
101.CAL (XBRL Calculation Linkbase Document)
 
 
 
 
 
101.LAB (XBRL Taxonomy Label Linkbase Document)
 
 
 
 
 
101.DEF (XBRL Taxonomy Linkbase Document)
 
 
 
 
 
101.PRE (XBRL Taxonomy Presentation Linkbase Document)
*
In accordance with Rule 406T of Regulations S-T, the XBRL related information shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be part of any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements 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.
 
 
Isabella Bank Corporation
 
 
 
 
Date:
November 6, 2019
 
 
/s/ Jae A. Evans
 
 
 
 
Jae A. Evans
 
 
 
 
President, Chief Executive Officer
 
 
 
 
(Principal Executive Officer)
 
 
 
 
 
Date:
November 6, 2019
 
 
/s/ Neil M. McDonnell
 
 
 
 
Neil M. McDonnell
 
 
 
 
Chief Financial Officer
 
 
 
 
(Principal Financial Officer)

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