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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp - Quarter Report: 2012 September (Form 10-Q)

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

xQUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the quarterly period ended                            September 30, 2012                    

OR

¨TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT

 

For the transition period from ____________ to _______________

 

Commission File Number: 0-51176   

 

KENTUCKY FIRST FEDERAL BANCORP
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

United States of America   61-1484858
(State or other jurisdiction of   (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or organization)    

 

479 Main Street, Hazard, Kentucky  41702
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
 
(606) 436-3860
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
 
 
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

 

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 such shorter period that the issuer was required to file such reports and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past ninety days:                   Yes x               No ¨

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (Section 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes x No ¨

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” and “smaller reporting company,” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

 

Large accelerated filer ¨ Accelerated filer ¨
Non-accelerated filer ¨ Smaller Reporting Company x
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)  

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.)

  Yes ¨ No x

 

APPLICABLE ONLY TO CORPORATE ISSUERS

 

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date: At November 9, 2012, the latest practicable date, the Corporation had 7,717,903 shares of $.01 par value common stock outstanding.

 

 
 

 

INDEX

 

      Page
       
PART I       - ITEM 1 FINANCIAL INFORMATION  
       
    Consolidated Balance Sheets 3
       
    Consolidated Statements of Income 4
       
    Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income 5
       
    Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows 6
       
    Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 8
       
  ITEM 2 Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations 25
       
  ITEM 3 Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk 31
       
  ITEM 4 Controls and Procedures 31
       
       
PART II   - OTHER INFORMATION 32
   
SIGNATURES 33

 

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PART I

 

ITEM 1: Financial Information

 

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands, except per share data)

 

   September  30,   June30, 
   2012   2012 
ASSETS          
           
Cash and due from financial institutions  $1,348   $1,244 
Interest-bearing demand deposits   5,975    4,491 
Cash and cash equivalents   7,323    5,735 
           
Interest-bearing deposits in other financial institutions   100    100 
Securities available for sale   187    189 
Securities held-to-maturity, at amortized cost- approximate fair value of $4,746 and $5,144 at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012, respectively   4,370    4,756 
Loans held for sale   664    481 
Loans, net of allowance of $873 and $875 at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012, respectively   177,930    182,473 
Real estate owned, net   2,485    2,445 
Premises and equipment, net   2,605    2,644 
Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost   5,641    5,641 
Accrued interest receivable   513    497 
Bank-owned life insurance   2,719    2,697 
Goodwill   14,507    14,507 
Prepaid FDIC assessments   221    246 
Prepaid federal income taxes       30 
Prepaid expenses and other assets   496    508 
           
Total assets  $219,761   $222,949 
           
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY          
           
Deposits  $133,337   $134,552 
Federal Home Loan Bank advances   24,498    27,065 
Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance   625    487 
Accrued interest payable   49    64 
Accrued federal income taxes   110     
Deferred federal income taxes   771    774 
Deferred revenue   645    648 
Other liabilities   642    506 
Total liabilities   160,677    164,096 
           
Commitments and contingencies   -    - 
           
Shareholders’ equity          
Preferred stock, 500,000 shares authorized, $.01 par value; no shares issued and outstanding   -    - 
Common stock, 20,000,000 shares authorized, $.01 par value; 8,596,064 shares issued   86    86 
Additional paid-in capital   36,857    36,870 
Retained earnings   32,216    31,971 
Unearned employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)   (1,712)   (1,772)
Treasury shares at cost, 834,175 and 826,375 common shares at          
September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012, respectively   (8,366)   (8,305)
Accumulated other comprehensive income   3    3 
Total shareholders’ equity   59,084    58,853 
           
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity  $219,761   $222,949 

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

(Unaudited)

(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)

 

   Three months ended 
   September 30, 
   2012   2011 
Interest income          
Loans  $2,313   $2,466 
Mortgage-backed securities   51    72 
Interest-bearing deposits and other   61    56 
Total interest income   2,425    2,594 
           
Interest expense          
Deposits   304    484 
Borrowings   135    160 
Total interest expense   439    644 
Net interest income   1,986    1,950 
Provision for losses on loans   26     
Net interest income after provision for losses on loans   1,960    1,950 
           
Non-interest income          
Gain on sale of loans   58     
Earnings on bank-owned life insurance   22    22 
Gain (loss) on sale of real estate acquired through foreclosure   3    (17)
Unrealized loss-other real estate       (10)
Other   26    31 
Total non-interest income   109    26 
           
Non-interest expense          
Employee compensation and benefits   854    747 
Occupancy and equipment   78    87 
Legal fees   47    61 
Outside service fees   37    76 
Data processing   60    54 
Auditing and accounting   26    59 
Federal deposit  insurance   29    40 
Franchise and other taxes   44    46 
Amortization of intangible assets       33 
Foreclosure and real estate owned expense, net   (28)   17 
Other operating   143    129 
Total non-interest expense   1,290    1,349 
           
Income before income taxes   779    627 
           
Federal income taxes          
Current   264    657 
Deferred   (7)   (451)
Total federal income tax expense   257    206 
           
NET INCOME  $522   $421 
           
EARNINGS PER SHARE          
Basic and diluted  $0.07   $0.06 
           
DIVIDENDS PER SHARE  $0.10   $0.10 

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

 

   Three months ended 
   September 30, 
         
   2012   2011 
         
Net income  $522   $421 
           
Other comprehensive income, net of taxes (benefits): Unrealized holding gains (losses) on securities designated as available for sale, net of taxes (benefits) of $— and $— during the respective periods        
           
Comprehensive income  $522   $421 

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

 

   Three months ended 
   September 30, 
         
   2012   2011 
Cash flows from operating activities:          
Net income  $522   $421 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:          
Provision for losses on loans   26     
Depreciation   42    48 
Amortization of deferred loan origination (fees) costs   8     
Amortization of premiums on FHLB advances       (5)
Amortization of core deposit intangibles       32 
Net gain on sale of loans   (58)    
Net loss (gain) on sale of real estate owned       9 
Deferred gain on sale of real estate owned   (3)   667 
ESOP compensation expense   46    55 
Amortization of stock benefit plans   1    (27)
Bank-owned life insurance earnings   (22)   (22)
Origination of loans held for sale   (1,273)   (188)
Proceeds from loans held for sale   1,148     
Increase (decrease) in cash, due to changes in:          
Accrued interest receivable   (16)   48 
Prepaid expenses and other assets   37    65 
Accrued interest payable   (15)   3 
Accounts payable and other liabilities   136    108 
Federal income taxes          
Current   140    572 
Deferred   (3)   (451)
Net cash provided by operating activities   716    1,335 
           
Cash flows from investing activities:          
Securities maturities, prepayments and calls:          
Held to maturity   386    447 
Available for sale   2    4 
Loans originated for investment, net of principal collected   4,469    2,273 
Proceeds from sale of real estate owned       (586)
Additions to premises and equipment, net   (3)   (77)
Net cash provided by investing activities   4,854    2,061 
           
Cash flows from financing activities:          
Net change in deposits   (1,215)   819 
Payments by borrowers for taxes and insurance, net   138    174 
Repayments on Federal Home Loan Bank advances   (2,567)   (622)
Dividends paid on common stock   (277)   (282)
Treasury stock repurchases   (61)    
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities   (3,982)   89 
           
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents   1,588    3,485 
           
Beginning cash and cash equivalents   5,735    5,049 
           
Ending cash and cash equivalents  $7,323   $8,534 

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED)

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

 

   Three months ended 
   September 30, 
   2012   2011 
         
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:          
Cash paid during the period for:          
Federal income taxes  $120   $ 
           
Interest on deposits and borrowings  $454   $646 
           
Transfers from loans to real estate acquired through foreclosure, net  $40   $ 
           
Loans made on sale of real estate acquired through foreclosure  $   $2,260 
           
Deferred gain on sale of real estate acquired through foreclosure  $   $648 
           
Capitalization of mortgage servicing rights  $9   $ 

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

On March 2, 2005, First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Hazard (“First Federal of Hazard” or the “Association”) completed a Plan of Reorganization (the “Plan” or the “Reorganization”) pursuant to which the Association reorganized into the mutual holding company form of ownership with the incorporation of a stock holding company, Kentucky First Federal Bancorp (the “Company”) as parent of the Association. Coincident with the Reorganization, the Association converted to the stock form of ownership, followed by the issuance of all the Association’s outstanding stock to Kentucky First Federal Bancorp. Completion of the Plan of Reorganization culminated with Kentucky First Federal Bancorp issuing 4,727,938 common shares, or 55% of its common shares, to First Federal Mutual Holding Company (“First Federal MHC”), a federally chartered mutual holding company, with 2,127,572 common shares, or 24.8% of its shares offered for sale at $10.00 per share to the public and a newly formed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”). The Company received net cash proceeds of $16.1 million from the public sale of its common shares. The Company’s remaining 1,740,554 common shares were issued as part of the $31.4 million cash and stock consideration paid for 100% of the common shares of Frankfort First Bancorp (“Frankfort First”) and its wholly-owned subsidiary, First Federal Savings Bank of Frankfort (“First Federal of Frankfort”). The acquisition was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting and resulted in the recordation of goodwill and other intangible assets totaling $15.4 million.

 

1.Basis of Presentation

 

The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements, which represent the consolidated balance sheets and results of operations of the Company, were prepared in accordance with the instructions for Form 10-Q and, therefore, do not include information or footnotes necessary for a complete presentation of financial position, results of operations and cash flows in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. However, in the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of only normal recurring adjustments) which are necessary for a fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements have been included. The results of operations for the three-month periods ended September 30, 2012, are not necessarily indicative of the results which may be expected for an entire fiscal year. The consolidated balance sheet as of June 30, 2012 has been derived from the audited consolidated balance sheet as of that date. Certain information and note disclosures normally included in the Company’s annual financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles have been condensed or omitted. These consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Form 10-K annual report for 2012 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

Loans: Loans that management has the intent and ability to hold for the foreseeable future or until maturity or payoff are reported at the principal balance outstanding, net of deferred loan fees and costs, and an allowance for loan losses. Interest income is accrued on the unpaid principal balance. Loan origination fees, net of certain direct origination costs, are deferred and recognized in interest income using the level-yield method without anticipating prepayments.

 

Interest income on loans is discontinued at the time the loan is 90 days delinquent unless the loan is well-secured and in process of collection. Unsecured consumer loans are typically charged off no later than 120 days past due. Past due status is based on the contractual terms of the loan. In all cases, loans are placed on nonaccrual or charged-off at an earlier date if collection of principal or interest is considered doubtful. Nonaccrual loans and loans past due 90 days still on accrual include both homogeneous loans that are collectively evaluated for impairment and individually classified impaired loans. A loan is moved to nonaccrual status in accordance with the Company’s policy, typically after 90 days of non-payment.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

1.Basis of presentation (continued)

 

All interest accrued but not received for loans placed on nonaccrual is reversed against interest income. Interest received on such loans is accounted for on the cash-basis or cost-recovery method, until qualifying for return to accrual. Loans are generally returned to accrual status when all the principal and interest amounts contractually due are brought current and future payments are reasonably assured.

 

Allowance for Loan Losses: The allowance for loan losses is a valuation allowance for probable incurred credit losses. Loan losses are charged against the allowance when management believes the uncollectibility of a loan balance is confirmed. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. Management estimates the allowance balance required using past loan loss experience, the nature and volume of the portfolio, information about specific borrower situations and estimated collateral values, economic conditions, and other factors. Allocations of the allowance may be made for specific loans, but the entire allowance is available for any loan that, in management’s judgment, should be charged off.

 

The allowance consists of specific and general components. The specific component relates to loans that are individually classified as impaired.

 

A loan is impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Loans for which the terms have been modified resulting in a concession, and for which the borrower is experiencing financial difficulties, are considered troubled debt restructurings and classified as impaired. Factors considered by management in determining impairment include payment status, collateral value, and the probability of collecting scheduled principal and interest payments when due. Loans that experience insignificant payment delays and payment shortfalls generally are not classified as impaired. Management determines the significance of payment delays and payment shortfalls on case-by-case basis, taking into consideration all of the circumstances surrounding the loan and the borrower, including the length of the delay, the reasons for the delay, the borrower’s prior payment record, and the amount of the shortfall in relation to the principal and interest owed.

 

Real estate loans are individually evaluated for impairment. If a loan is impaired, a portion of the allowance is allocated so that the loan is reported, net, at the present value of estimated future cash flows using the loan’s existing rate or at the fair value of collateral if repayment is expected solely from the collateral. Large groups of smaller balance homogeneous loans, such as consumer and residential real estate loans, are collectively evaluated for impairment, and accordingly, they are not separately identified for impairment disclosures. Troubled debt restructurings are separately identified for impairment disclosures and are measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows using the loan’s effective rate at inception. If a troubled debt restructuring is considered to be a collateral dependent loan, the loan is reported, net, at the fair value of the collateral. For troubled debt restructurings that subsequently default, the Company determines the amount of reserve in accordance with the accounting policy for the allowance for loan losses.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

1.Basis of presentation (continued)

 

The general component covers non-impaired loans and is based on historical loss experience adjusted for current factors. The historical loss experience is determined by portfolio segment and is based on the loss history experience of the Company over the most recent two years and a rolling average of the current year’s loss history. This actual loss experience is supplemented with other economic factors based on the risks present for each portfolio segment. These economic factors include consideration of the following: levels of and trends in delinquencies and impaired loans; levels of and trends in charge-offs and recoveries; trends in volume and terms of loans; effects of any changes in risk selection and underwriting standards; other changes in lending policies, procedures, and practices; experience, ability, and depth of lending management and other relevant staff; national and local economic trends and conditions; industry conditions; and effects of changes in credit concentrations.

 

The following portfolio segments have been identified: residential real estate, nonresidential real estate, loans on deposits and consumer and other loans. The residential real estate segment is our primary lending activity and it enables a borrower to purchase or refinance homes in the Banks’ respective market areas. We further classify our residential real estate loans as one- to four-family, multi-family or construction. We originate loans to individuals to finance the construction of residential dwellings for personal use or for use as rental property. We do not generally lend to builders for construction of speculative or custom residential properties for resale. We also offer loans secured by nonresidential real estate, primarily commercial office buildings, churches and properties used for other purposes. Generally, these loans are originated for 25 years or less and do not exceed 75% of the appraised value. Our consumer loans include home equity lines of credit and loans secured by savings deposits.

 

2.Principles of Consolidation

 

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, Frankfort First, and its wholly-owned banking subsidiaries, First Federal of Hazard and First Federal of Frankfort (collectively hereinafter “the Banks”). All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation.

 

3.Earnings Per Share

 

Diluted earnings per share is computed taking into consideration common shares outstanding and dilutive potential common shares to be issued or released under the Company’s share-based compensation plans. The factors used in the basic and diluted earnings per share computations follow:

 

   Three months ended September 30, 
   2012   2011 
         
Net income  $522   $421 
Less earnings allocated to unvested shares        
           
Net income allocated to common shareholders, basic and diluted  $522   $421 

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

3.Earnings Per Share (continued)

 

   Three months ended September 30, 
   2012   2011 
Basic          
Weighted-average common shares including unvested Common shares outstanding   7,545,126    7,541,876 
Less: Weighted-average unvested common shares        
Weighted-average common shares outstanding   7,545,126    7,541,876 
Diluted          
Add: Dilutive effect of assumed exercise of stock options   -    - 
           
Weighted-average common shares outstanding (diluted)   7,545,126    7,541,876 

 

There were 309,800 and 325,800 stock option shares outstanding for the three-month periods ended September 30, 2012, and 2011, respectively, which were antidilutive for the respective periods.

 

4.Investment Securities

 

The following table summarizes the amortized cost and fair value of securities available-for-sale and securities held-to-maturity at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012, the corresponding amounts of gross unrealized gains recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income and gross unrecognized gains:

 

   September 30, 2012 
       Gross   Gross   Estimated 
   Amortized   unrealized   unrealized   fair 
   cost   gains   losses   value 
   (In thousands) 
Available-for-sale Securities                    
Agency mortgage-backed: residential  $182   $5   $-   $187 
                     
Held-to-maturity Securities                    
Agency mortgage-backed: residential  $4,370   $376   $-   $4,746 

 

   June 30, 2012 
       Gross   Gross   Estimated 
   Amortized   unrealized   unrealized   fair 
   cost   gains   losses   value 
Available-for-sale Securities                    
Agency mortgage-backed: residential  $185   $4   $-   $189 
                     
Held-to-maturity Securities                    
Agency mortgage-backed: residential  $4,756   $388   $-   $5,144 

 

Our securities holdings consist of agency mortgage-backed securities, which do not have a single maturity date. None of our securities were pledged at September 30, 2012 or June 30, 2012.

 

There were no sales of investment securities during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2012 or the three-month period ended September 30, 2012.

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

4.Investment Securities (continued)

 

We evaluated securities in unrealized loss positions for evidence of other-than-temporary impairment, considering duration, severity, financial condition of the issuer, our intention to sell or requirement to sell. Management does not believe other-than-temporary impairment is evident.

 

5.Loans receivable

 

The composition of the loan portfolio was as follows:

 

   September 30,   June 30, 
(in thousands)  2012   2012 
         
Residential real estate          
One- to four-family  $148,243   $149,086 
Multi-family   12,424    15,495 
Construction   973    964 
Nonresidential real estate and land   10,916    11,098 
Loans on deposits   2,254    2,281 
Consumer and other   4,343    4,865 
    179,153    183,789 
Less:          
Undisbursed portion of loans in process   453    544 
Deferred loan origination fees (cost)   (103)   (103)
Allowance for loan losses   873    875 
   $177,930   $182,473 

 

The following table presents the activity in the allowance for loan losses by portfolio segment for the three months ended September 30, 2012:

 

(in thousands)  Beginning
balance
   Provision
for loan
losses
   Loans
charged off
   Recoveries   Ending
balance
 
                     
Residential real estate:                         
One- to four-family  $565   $26   $28   $   $563 
Multi-family   49                49 
Construction   3                3 
Nonresidential real estate and land   35                35 
Loans on deposits   7                7 
Consumer and other   16                16 
Unallocated   200                200 
Totals  $875   $26   $28   $   $873 

 

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Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

5.Loans receivable (continued)

 

The following table presents the activity in the allowance for loan losses by portfolio segment for the three months ended September 30, 2011:

 

(in thousands)  Beginning
balance
   Provision
for loan
losses
   Loans
charged off
   Recoveries   Ending
balance
 
                     
Residential real estate:                         
One- to four-family  $490   $   $   $   $490 
Multi-family   11    8            19 
Construction   5    (4)           1 
Nonresidential real estate and land   36    (3)           33 
Loans on deposits   8    (1)           7 
Consumer and other   14                14 
Unallocated   200                200 
Totals  $764   $   $   $   $764 

 

The following table presents the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by portfolio class and based on impairment method as of September 30, 2012. The recorded investment in loans excludes accrued interest receivable and deferred loan costs, net due to immateriality. There were no loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality at September 30, 2012.

 

(in thousands)  Recorded
investment
in loans
   Ending
allowance
attributed to
loans
   Unallocated
allowance
   Total
allowance
 
Loans individually evaluated for impairment:                    
Residential real estate:                    
One- to four-family  $3,880   $90   $   $90 
Multi-family                
Construction                
Nonresidential real estate and land                
Loans on deposits                
Consumer and other                
   $3,880   $90   $   $90 
                     
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment:                    
Residential real estate:                    
One- to four-family  $144,363   $482   $   $482 
Multi-family   12,424    41        41 
Construction   973    3        3 
Nonresidential real estate and land   10,916    36        36 
Loans on deposits   2,254    7        7 
Consumer and other   4,343    14        14 
Unallocated           200    200 
    175,273    583    200    783 
   $179,153   $673   $200   $873 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

5.Loans receivable (continued)

 

The following table presents the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by portfolio class and based on impairment method as of June 30, 2012. The recorded investment in loans excludes accrued interest receivable and deferred loan costs, net due to immateriality. There were no loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality at June 30, 2012.

 

(in thousands)  Recorded
investment
in loans
   Ending
allowance
attributed to
loans
   Unallocated
allowance
   Total
allowance
 
Loans individually evaluated for impairment:                    
Residential real estate:                    
One- to four-family  $2,757   $97   $   $97 
                     
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment:                    
Residential real estate:                    
One- to four-family  $146,329   $468   $   $468 
Multi-family   15,495    49        49 
Construction   964    3        3 
Nonresidential real estate and land   11,098    35        35 
Loans on deposits   2,281    7        7 
Consumer and other   4,865    16        16 
Unallocated           200    200 
    181,032    578    200    778 
   $183,789   $675   $200   $875 

 

The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of and for the three months ended September 30, 2012:

 

(in thousands)  Unpaid
Principal
Balance and
Recorded
Investment
   Allowance
for Loan
Losses
Allocated
   Average
Recorded
Investment
   Interest
Income
Recognized
   Cash Basis
Income
Recognized
 
                     
With no related allowance recorded:                         
One- to four-family  $2,348   $   $1,785   $19   $19 
                          
With an allowance recorded:                         
One- to four-family   1,532    90    1,533    17    17 
   $3,880   $90   $3,318   $36   $36 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

5.Loans receivable (continued)

 

The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of and for the twelve months ended June 30, 2012:

 

(in thousands)  Unpaid
Principal
Balance and
Recorded
Investment
   Allowance
for Loan
Losses
Allocated
   Average
Recorded
Investment
   Interest
Income
Recognized
   Cash Basis
Income 
Recognized
 
                     
With no related allowance recorded:                         
One- to four-family  $1,222   $   $889   $45   $45 
                          
With an allowance recorded:                         
One- to four-family   1,535    97    1,434    27    27 
   $2,757   $97   $2,323   $72   $72 

 

The following tables present the recorded investment in nonaccrual and loans past due over 90 days still on accrual by class of loans as of September 30, 2012, and June 30, 2012:

 

   September 30, 2012   June 30, 2012 
(in thousands)  Nonaccrual   Loans Past
Due Over 90
Days Still
Accruing
   Nonaccrual   Loans Past
Due Over 90
Days Still
Accruing
 
                     
One- to four-family residential real estate  $2,681   $2   $1,593   $201 

 

Troubled Debt Restructurings:

 

A Troubled Debt Restructuring (“TDR”) is the situation where the Bank grants a concession to the borrower that the Bank would not otherwise have considered due to the borrower’s financial difficulties. All TDRs are considered “impaired.” Approximately 87% of the Banks’ residential real estate TDRs involve the Banks’ conceding to refinance a loan to then-current market interest rates despite poor credit history or a high loan-to-value ratio. As a result of guidance from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (“OCC”), $1.0 million of one- to four-family mortgage loans were identified as TDRs whereby the borrower’s obligation to the Bank was discharged in bankruptcy and the borrower has not reaffirmed the debt.

 

During the period ended September 30, 2012, the terms of two loans were modified to provide relief to borrowers who were experiencing difficulty in making scheduled payments due to job loss and other financial difficulties, while ten loans were identified as having been discharged in a bankruptcy proceeding without the borrower reaffirming the debt.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

5.Loans receivable (continued)

 

The following table presents loans by class modified as TDRs during the three months ended September 30, 2012 and the year ended June 30, 2012, and their performance, by modification type:

 

   Number
of Loans
   Pre-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
   Post-
Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
   TDRs
Performing
to Modified
Terms
   TDRs Not
Performing
to
Modified
Terms
 
                     
Three months ended September 30, 2012                         
Residential Real Estate:                         
1-4 Family   12   $1,082   $1,086   $974   $112 
                          
Twelve months ended June 30, 2012                         
Residential Real Estate:                         
1-4 Family   4   $179   $188   $187   $- 

 

The Company had no allocated specific reserves to customers whose loan terms have been modified in troubled debt restructurings as of September 30, 2012, and had $2,000 of specific reserves at June 30, 2012. The Company had no commitments to lend on loans classified as TDRs at September 30, 2012 or June 30, 2012.

 

The TDRs described above did not increase the allowance for loan losses and did not result in charge offs during the three months ended September 30, 2012. There were no TDRs that defaulted during the three-month period ended September 30, 2012 or over the previous twelve months.

 

Two TDRs added during the three-month period ended September 30, 2012, were modified to extend the loans’ maturity dates. One loan with a pre-modification outstanding recorded investment of approximately $10,000 was advanced an additional $3,000 during the restructuring. The remaining new TDRs resulted from previously-filed Chapter 7 bankruptcies in consideration of guidance provided by the OCC.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

5.Loans receivable (continued)

 

The following table presents the aging of the principal balance outstanding in past due loans as of September 30, 2012, by class of loans:

 

(in thousands)  30-89 Days
Past Due
   Greater than
90 Days Past
Due
   Total
Past Due
   Loans Not
Past Due
   Total 
                     
Residential real estate:                         
One-to four-family  $4,067   $2,683   $6,750   $141,493   $148,243 
Multi-family               12,424    12,424 
Construction               973    973 
Nonresidential real estate and land               10,916    10,916 
Loans on deposits               2,254    2,254 
Consumer and other               4,343    4,343 
Total  $4,067   $2,683   $6,750   $172,403   $179,153 

 

The following table presents the aging of the principal balance outstanding in past due loans as of June 30, 2012, by class of loans:

 

(in thousands)  30-89 Days
Past Due
   Greater than
90 Days Past
Due
   Total
Past Due
   Loans Not
Past Due
   Total 
                     
Residential real estate:                         
One-to four-family  $4,332   $1,794   $6,126   $142,960   $149,086 
Multi-family               15,495    15,495 
Construction               964    964 
Nonresidential real estate and land               11,098    11,098 
Loans on deposits               2,281    2,281 
Consumer and other               4,865    4,865 
Total  $4,332   $1,794   $6,126   $177,663   $183,789 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

5.Loans receivable (continued)

 

Credit Quality Indicators:

 

The Company categorizes loans into risk categories based on relevant information about the ability of borrowers to service their debt such as: current financial information, historical payment experience, credit documentation, public information, and current economic trends, among other factors. The Company analyzes loans individually by classifying the loans as to credit risk. This analysis is performed on an annual basis. The Company uses the following definitions for risk ratings:

 

Special Mention. Loans classified as special mention have a potential weakness that deserves management’s close attention. If left uncorrected, these potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the loan or of the institution’s credit position at some future date.

 

Substandard. Loans classified as substandard are inadequately protected by the current net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged, if any. Loans so classified have a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that jeopardize the liquidation of the debt. They are characterized by the distinct possibility that the institution will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected.

 

Doubtful. Loans classified as doubtful have all the weaknesses inherent in those classified as substandard, with the added characteristic that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full, on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions and values, highly questionable and improbable.

 

Loans not meeting the criteria above that are analyzed individually as part of the above-described process are considered to be pass rated loans. Loans listed that are not rated are included in groups of homogeneous loans and are evaluated for credit quality based on performing status. See the aging of past due loan table above. As of September 30, 2012, and based on the most recent analysis performed, the risk category of loans by class of loans is as follows:

 

(in thousands)  Pass   Special
Mention
   Substandard   Doubtful   Not rated 
                     
Residential real estate:                         
One- to four-family  $   $63   $4,730   $   $143,450 
Multi-family   9,632        2,792         
Construction   973                 
Nonresidential real estate and land   9,332    1,584             
Loans on deposits                   2,254 
Consumer and other                   4,343 
   $19,937   $1,647   $7,522   $   $150,047 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

5.Loans receivable (continued)

 

At June 30, 2012, the risk category of loans by class of loans was as follows:

 

(in thousands)  Pass   Special
Mention
   Substandard   Doubtful   Not rated 
                     
Residential real estate:                         
One- to four-family  $   $64   $3,057   $   $145,965 
Multi-family   12,692        2,803         
Construction   964                 
Nonresidential real estate and land   10,831    267             
Loans on deposits                   2,281 
Consumer and other                   4,865 
   $24,487   $331   $5,860   $   $153,111 

 

6.Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities

 

ASC topic 820 defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. ASC topic 820 also establishes a fair value hierarchy which requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The standard describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:

 

Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

 

Level 2 - Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in active markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities.

 

Level 3 – Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.

 

Following is a description of the valuation methodologies used for instruments measured at fair value, as well as the general classification of such instruments pursuant to the valuation hierarchy.

 

Securities

 

Where quoted market prices are available in an active market, securities are classified within Level 1 of the valuation hierarchy. If quoted market prices are not available, then fair values are estimated by using pricing models, quoted prices of securities with similar characteristics. Level 2 securities include agency mortgage-backed securities.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

6.Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

Impaired Loans

 

At the time a loan is considered impaired, it is evaluated for loss based on the fair value of collateral securing the loan if the loan is collateral dependent. If a loss is identified, a specific allocation will be established as part of the allowance for loan losses such that the loan’s net carrying value is at its estimated fair value. It is valued at the lower of cost or fair value. Impaired loans carried at fair value generally receive specific allocations of the allowance for loan losses. For collateral dependent loans, fair value is commonly based on recent real estate appraisals. These appraisals may utilize a single valuation approach or a combination of approaches including comparable sales and the income approach. Adjustments are routinely made in the appraisal process by the independent appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales and income data available. Such adjustments are usually significant and typically result in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value. Non-real estate collateral may be valued using an appraisal, net book value per the borrower’s financial statements, or aging reports, adjusted or discounted based on management’s historical knowledge, changes in market conditions from the time of the valuation, and management’s expertise and knowledge of the client and client’s business, resulting in a Level 3 fair value classification. Impaired loans are evaluated on a quarterly basis for additional impairment and adjusted accordingly

 

Other Real Estate

 

Assets acquired through or instead of loan foreclosure are initially recorded at fair value less costs to sell when acquired, establishing a new cost basis. These assets are subsequently accounted for at lower of cost or fair value less estimated costs to sell. Fair value is commonly based on recent real estate appraisals. These appraisals may utilize a single valuation approach or a combination of approaches including comparable sales and the income approach. Adjustments are routinely made in the appraisal process by the independent appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales and income data available. Such adjustments are usually significant and typically result in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value.

 

Financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized below:

 

   Fair Value Measurements Using    . 
       Quoted Prices         
       in Active   Significant     
       Markets for   Other   Significant 
       Identical   Observable   Unobservable 
       Assets   Inputs   Inputs 
(in thousands)  Fair Value   (Level 1)   (Level 2)   (Level 3) 
                 
September 30, 2012                    
Agency mortgage-backed: residential  $187   $-   $187   $- 
                     
June 30, 2012                    
Agency mortgage-backed: residential  $189   $-   $189   $- 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

6.Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

Assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis are summarized below:

 

   Fair Value Measurements Using 
       Quotes Prices         
       in Active   Significant     
       Markets for   Other   Significant 
       Identical   Observable   Unobservable 
       Assets   Inputs   Inputs 
(in thousands)  Fair Value   (Level 1)   (Level 2)   (Level 3) 
                 
September 30, 2012                    
Impaired loans                    
One- to four-family  $811   $-   $-   $811 
Multi-family   631    -    -    631 
Other real estate owned, net                    
One- to four-family   648    -    -    648 
Multi-family   233    -    -    233 
                     
June 30, 2012                    
Impaired loans                    
One- to four-family  $807   $-   $-   $807 
Multi-family   631    -    -    631 
Other real estate owned, net                    
One- to four-family   648    -    -    648 
Multi-family   233    -    -    233 

 

Impaired loans with allocated allowance for loan losses had a carrying amount of $1.5 million at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012, with specific valuation allowance of $90,000 and $97,000 at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012, respectively. No specific allowance provision was made for the three month period ended September 30, 2012. A provision for loss on impaired loans of $42,000 was made during fiscal 2012. Other real estate owned measured at fair value less costs to sell, had a carrying amount of $881,000 at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012. No additional write-down was charged for the three months ended September 30, 2012, while a write-down of $58,000 occurred in the year ended June 30, 2012.

 

The following table presents quantitative information about Level 3 fair value measurements for financial instruments measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis at September 30, 2012:

 

             Range 
   Fair Value   Valuation  Unobservable  (Weighted 
   (in thousands)   Technique(s)  Input(s)  Average) 
Impaired Loans:                
Residential real estate                
1-4 family  $1,442   Sales comparison approach  Adjustments for differences between comparable sales   3.1% to 19.8% (4.3)% 
Foreclosed and repossessed assets:                
1-4 family  $648   Sales comparison approach  Adjustments for differences between comparable sales   0.5% to 18.6% (8.6)% 
Multi-family   233   Sales comparison approach  Adjustments for differences between comparable sales   20.2% to 38.9% (20.8)% 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

6.Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

The following is a disclosure of the fair value of financial instruments, both assets and liabilities, whether or not recognized in the consolidated statement of financial condition, for which it is practicable to estimate that value. For financial instruments where quoted market prices are not available, fair values are based on estimates using present value and other valuation methods.

 

The methods used are greatly affected by the assumptions applied, including the discount rate and estimates of future cash flows. Therefore, the fair values presented may not represent amounts that could be realized in an exchange for certain financial instruments.

 

The following methods were used to estimate the fair value of all other financial instruments at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012:

 

Cash and cash equivalents and interest-bearing deposits: The carrying amounts presented in the consolidated statements of financial condition for cash and cash equivalents are deemed to approximate fair value.

 

Held-to-maturity securities: For held-to-maturity securities, fair value is estimated by using pricing models, quoted price of securities with similar characteristics, which is level 2 pricing for the other securities.

 

Loans held for sale: Loans originated and intended for sale in the secondary market are determined by FHLB pricing schedules.

 

Loans: The loan portfolio has been segregated into categories with similar characteristics, such as one- to four-family residential, multi-family residential and nonresidential real estate. These loan categories were further delineated into fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans. The fair values for the resultant loan categories were computed via discounted cash flow analysis, using current interest rates offered for loans with similar terms to borrowers of similar credit quality. For loans on deposit accounts and consumer and other loans, fair values were deemed to equal the historic carrying values.

 

Federal Home Loan Bank stock: It is not practicable to determine the fair value of FHLB stock due to restrictions placed on its transferability.

 

Accrued interest receivable: The carrying amount is the estimated fair value.

 

Deposits: The fair value of NOW accounts, passbook accounts, and money market deposits are deemed to approximate the amount payable on demand. Fair values for fixed-rate certificates of deposit have been estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation using the interest rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.

 

Federal Home Loan Bank advances: The fair value of these advances is estimated using the rates currently offered for similar advances of similar remaining maturities or, when available, quoted market prices.

 

Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance and accrued interest payable: The carrying amount presented in the consolidated statement of financial condition is deemed to approximate fair value.

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

6.Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

Commitments to extend credit: For fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loan commitments, the fair value estimate considers the difference between current levels of interest rates and committed rates. The fair value of outstanding loan commitments at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2011, was not material.

 

Based on the foregoing methods and assumptions, the carrying value and fair value of the Company’s financial instruments at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2011 are as follows:

 

       Fair Value Measurements at 
   Carrying   September 30, 2012 Using 
   Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total 
Financial assets                         
Cash and cash equivalents  $7,323   $7,323             $7,323 
Interest-earning deposits   100    100              100 
Available-for-sale securities   187        $187         187 
Held-to-maturity securities   4,370         4,746         4,746 
Loans receivable - net   177,930             $186,873    186,873 
Federal Home Loan Bank stock   5,641                   n/a 
Accrued interest receivable   513         16    497    513 
                          
Financial liabilities                         
Deposits  $133,337   $51,127   $83,047        $134,174 
Federal Home Loan Bank advances   24,498         26,461         26,461 
Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance   625              625    625 
Accrued interest payable   49    1    48         49 

 

Based on the foregoing methods and assumptions, the carrying value and fair value of the Company’s financial instruments at June 30, 2012 were as follows:

 

   Fair Value Measurements at 
(in thousands)   Carrying     June 30, 2012 Using 
   Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total 
Financial assets                         
Cash and cash equivalents  $5,735   $5,735             $5,735 
Interest-earning deposits   100    100              100 
Available-for-sale securities   189        $189         189 
Held-to-maturity securities   4,756         5,144         5,144 
Loans held for sale   481         500         500 
Loans receivable - net   182,473             $190,354    190,354 
Federal Home Loan Bank stock   5,641                   n/a 
Accrued interest receivable   497              497    497 
                          
Financial liabilities                         
Deposits  $134,552   $51,069   $83,906        $134,975 
Federal Home Loan Bank advances   27,065         29,429         29,429 
Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance   487             $487    487 
Accrued interest payable   64         64         64 

 

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

September 30, 2012

(unaudited)

 

6.Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

Loans receivable represents the Company’s most significant financial asset, which is in Level 3 for fair value measurements. A third party provides financial modeling for the Company and results are based on assumptions and factors determined by management.

 

7.Pending Merger

 

On November 3, 2011, the Company entered into an agreement of merger with CFK Bancorp, Inc. (“CKP”) and Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank, whereby CKF will merger with and into the Company with the Company being the surviving corporation. In connection with the merger, Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank will merge into First Federal of Frankfort and will operate under the name “Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank” as a division of First Federal of Frankfort. The CFK Bancorp, Inc. stockholders, who can elect to receive cash, the Company’s stock, or a combination of cash and the Company’s stock, approved the merger on July 3, 2012. The merger is also subject to regulatory approval and Kentucky First has filed the appropriate applications with its primary regulator, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. As of September 30, 2012, CFK Bancorp, Inc., maintained $124.3 million in assets, $98.7 million in net loans, $101.8 million in deposits and $13.0 million in tangible equity capital. The merger consideration is expected to be valued at $11.6 million and the combination is expected to be completed during the fourth quarter of 2012, pending regulatory approval. Please refer to Form 424B3 – Prospectus [Rule 242(b)(3)] filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 23, 2012, for additional information about the proposed merger.

 

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ITEM 2: MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

Certain statements contained in this report that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that are subject to certain risks and uncertainties. When used herein, the terms “anticipates,” “plans,” “expects,” “believes,” and similar expressions as they relate to Kentucky First Federal Bancorp or its management are intended to identify such forward looking statements. Kentucky First Federal Bancorp’s actual results, performance or achievements may materially differ from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties that could cause or contribute to such material differences include, but are not limited to, general economic conditions, prices for real estate in the Company’s market areas, interest rate environment, competitive conditions in the financial services industry, changes in law, governmental policies and regulations, rapidly changing technology affecting financial services and the other matters mentioned in Item 1A of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2012.

 

Pending Merger

 

On November 3, 2011, the Company entered into an agreement of merger with CFK Bancorp, Inc. (“CKP”) and Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank, whereby CKF will merger with and into the Company with the Company being the surviving corporation. In connection with the merger, Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank will merge into First Federal of Frankfort and will operate under the name “Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank” as a division of First Federal of Frankfort. The CFK Bancorp, Inc. stockholders, who can elect to receive cash, the Company’s stock, or a combination of cash and the Company’s stock, approved the merger on July 3, 2012. The merger is also subject to regulatory approval and Kentucky First has filed the appropriate applications with its primary regulator, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. As of September 30, 2012, CFK Bancorp, Inc., maintained $124.3 million in assets, $98.7 million in net loans, $101.8 million in deposits and $13.0 million in tangible equity capital. The merger consideration is expected to be valued at $11.6 million and the combination is expected to be completed during the fourth quarter of 2012, pending regulatory approval. Please refer to Form 424B3 – Prospectus [Rule 242(b)(3)] filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 23, 2012, for additional information about the proposed merger.

 

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ITEM 2: MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

 

Average Balance Sheets

 

The following table represents the average balance sheets for the three month periods ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, along with the related calculations of tax-equivalent net interest income, net interest margin and net interest spread for the related periods.

 

   Three Months Ended September 30, 
   2012   2011 
   Average
Balance
   Interest
And
Dividends
   Yield/
Cost
   Average
Balance
   Interest
And
Dividends
   Yield/
Cost
 
   (Dollars in thousands) 
Interest-earning assets:                              
Loans  $181,814   $2,313    5.10%  $184,454   $2,466    5.35%
Mortgage-backed securities   4,796    51    4.25    6,816    72    4.23 
Other securities   100            100         
Other interest-earning assets   11,314    61    2.16    11,853    56    1.89 
Total interest-earning assets   198,024    2,425    4.90    203,223    2,594    5.11 
                               
Less: Allowance for loan losses   (859)             (764)          
Non-interest-earning assets   25,106              24,919           
Total assets  $222,271             $227,378           
                               
Interest-bearing liabilities:                              
Demand deposits  $11,006   $7    0.25%  $12,485   $10    0.32%
Savings   36,973    63    0.68    35,225    89    1.01 
Certificates of deposit   83,022    234    1.13    92,352    385    1.67 
Total deposits   131,001    304    0.93    140,062    484    1.38 
Borrowings   26,038    135    2.07    25,096    160    2.55 
Total interest-bearing liabilities   157,039    439    1.12    165,158    644    1.56 
                               
Noninterest-Bearing demand deposits   1,525              1,138           
Noninterest-bearing liabilities   2,650              2,494           
Total liabilities   161,214              168,790           
                               
Shareholders’ equity   61,057              58,588           
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity  $222,271             $227,378           
Net interest income/average yield       $1,986    3.78%       $1,950    3.55%
Net interest margin             4.01%             3.84%
Average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities             126.10%             123.05%

 

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

 

Discussion of Financial Condition Changes from June 30, 2012 to September 30, 2012

 

Assets: At September 30, 2012, the Company’s assets totaled $219.8 million, a decrease of $3.2 million, or 1.4%, from total assets at June 30, 2012. This decrease was attributed primarily to a decrease in loans.

 

Cash and cash equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents increased by $1.6 million or 27.7% to $7.3 million at September 30, 2012. While it is management’s preference to deploy excess liquidity into mortgage loans and investment securities to the extent possible, while maintaining adequate liquidity at all times, additional cash was held at the end of the quarterly period in anticipation of the Company’s merger transaction.

 

Loans: Loans receivable, net, decreased by $4.5 million to $177.9 million at September 30, 2012, due primarily to unscheduled repayments of loans. Also, due to historically low interest rates, many home mortgages have been refinanced to long-term, fixed rate loans either with other lenders or with our banks to be sold into the secondary market. Management continues to look for high-quality loans to add to its portfolio and will continue to emphasize loan originations to the extent that it is profitable, prudent and consistent with our interest rate risk strategies. However, loan demand continues in its weakened state as a result of the downturn in the economy and we expect to see a continued decrease in demand for home loans until the housing market regains a stronger footing.

 

Non-Performing Loans:  At September 30, 2012, the Company had non-performing loans (loans 90 or more days past due or on nonaccrual status) of approximately $2.7 million, or 1.5% of total loans, compared to $1.8 million or 0.98%, of total loans at June 30, 2012.  The Company’s allowance for loan losses totaled $873,000 and $875,000 at September 30, 2012, and June 30, 2012, respectively. The allowance for loan losses at September 30, 2012, represented 32.5% of nonperforming loans and 0.49% of total loans, while at June 30, 2012, the allowance represented 48.8% of nonperforming loans and 0.48% of total loans.

 

The Company had $10.0 million in assets classified as substandard for regulatory purposes at September 30, 2012, including loans ($7.5 million) and real estate owned (“REO”) ($2.5 million). Classified loans as a percentage of total loans was 4.2% and 3.2% at September 30, 2012 and June 30, 2012, respectively. All substandard loans were secured by residential property on which the Banks have priority lien position.

 

The table below shows the aggregate amounts of our assets classified for regulatory purposes at the dates indicated:

 

   September 30,
2012
   June 30,
2012
 
         
Substandard assets  $10,007   $8,305 
Doubtful assets        
Loss assets        
Total classified assets  $10.007   $8,305 

 

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

 

Discussion of Financial Condition Changes from June 30, 2012 to September 30, 2012 (continued)

 

All substandard loans were secured by residential property on which the banks have priority lien position. The table below summarizes substandard loans at the dates indicated:

 

   September 30,   June 30, 
   2012   2012 
   Number
of
Properties
   Net
Carrying
Value
   Number
of
Properties
   Net
Carrying
Value
 
(dollars in thousands)                
                 
Single family, owner occupied   66   $6,266    57   $5,190 
Single family, non-owner occupied   14    1,219    9    633 
2-4 family, owner occupied   1    37    1    37 
Total substandard loans   81   $7,522    67   $5,860 

 

The following table presents the aggregate carrying value of REO at the dates indicated:

  

   September 30, 2012   June 30, 2012 
   Number       Number   Net 
   of   Carrying   of   Carrying 
   Loans   Value   Loans   Value 
                 
Single family, non-owner occupied   7   $805    7   $765 
2-4 family, owner-occupied   11    1,432    11    1,432 
5 or more family, non-owner-occupied   1    233    1    233 
Building lot   1    15    1    15 
Total substandard loans   20   $2,485    20   $2,445 

 

At September 30 2012, and June 30, 2012, the Company had $1.6 million and $331,000 of loans classified as special mention, respectively. This category includes assets which do not currently expose us to a sufficient degree of risk to warrant classification, but do possess credit deficiencies or potential weaknesses deserving our close attention.

 

Securities: At September 30, 2012, the Company’s investment securities had decreased $388,000 or 7.8% to $4.5 million, due to scheduled and unscheduled principal repayments. The proceeds were utilized to partially offset a decrease in deposits.

 

Liabilities: At September 30, 2012, the Company’s liabilities totaled $160.7 million, a decrease of $3.4 million, or 2.1%, from total liabilities at June 30, 2012. The decrease in liabilities was attributed primarily to a $2.6 million, or 9.5%, decrease in FHLB Advances, which decreased to $24.5 million at September 30, 2012, and a decrease in deposits, which decreased $1.2 million or 0.9% to $133.3 million at September 30, 2012.

 

Shareholders’ Equity: At September 30, 2012, the Company’s shareholders’ equity totaled $59.1 million, an increase of $231,000 or 0.4% from the June 30, 2012 total.

 

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

 

Discussion of Financial Condition Changes from June 30, 2012 to September 30, 2012 (continued)

 

The Company paid dividends of $277,000 or 53.1% of net income for the three-month period just ended. The Company received notice from the Federal Reserve Board on September 27, 2012, that there would be no objection to a waiver of dividends paid by Kentucky First Federal to First Federal MHC in the next twelve months.  On August 23, 2012, the members of First Federal MHC approved a dividend waiver on annual dividends of up to $0.40 per share of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp common stock by casting  64.3% of the eligible votes in favor of the waiver. At September 30, 2012, capital on a consolidated basis and at each of the banks exceeded the level necessary to be considered “well capitalized” and was sufficient, in management’s opinion, to support foreseeable growth. Management cannot speculate on future dividend levels. Various factors, including capital levels, income levels, liquidity levels, regulatory requirements and overall financial condition of the Company are considered before dividends are declared. However, management continues to believe that a strong dividend is consistent with the Company’s long-term capital management strategy. See “Risk Factors” in Part II, Item 1A, of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2012 for additional discussion regarding dividends.

 

Comparison of Operating Results for the Three-Month Periods Ended September 30, 2012 and 2011

 

General

 

Net income totaled $522,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2012, an increase of $101,000 or 24.0% from net income of $421,000 for the same period in 2011. The increase was primarily attributable to gains on sales of loans and lower expenses associated with other real estate owned.

 

Net Interest Income

 

Net interest income after provision for loan losses increased $10,000 or 0.5% to $2.0 million for the three-month period ended September 30, 2012, as interest expense continued decreasing at a faster pace than interest income. Interest income decreased by $169,000, or 6.5%, to $2.4 million, while interest expense decreased $205,000 or 31.8% to $439,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2012

 

Interest income on loans decreased $153,000 or 6.2% to $2.3 million, due primarily to a decrease in the average rate earned on the loan portfolio. The average rate earned on loans outstanding for the three-month period ended September 30, 2012, decreased 25 basis points to 5.10% for the three months just ended, while the average balance of loans outstanding decreased $2.6 million to $181.8 million for the period just ended. Interest income on mortgage-backed residential securities decreased $21,000 or 29.2% to $51,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2012, primarily as a result of reduced volume, as securities matured and principal from mortgage-backed securities flowed back to the Company. There were no sales of investments during the three-month period just ended.

 

Interest expense on deposits and borrowings both declined period to period. Interest expense on deposits decreased $180,000 or 37.2% to $304,000 for the three-month period ended September 30, 2012, while interest expense on borrowings decreased $25,000 or 15.6% to $135,000 for the same period. The decline in interest expense on deposits was attributed primarily to a reduction in the average rate paid on the deposits. The average rate paid on deposits decreased 45 basis points to 0.93% for the most recent period, while the average balance of deposits decreased $9.1 million or 6.5% to $131.0 million. The decrease in interest expense on borrowings was attributed primarily to a lower rate paid on borrowings outstanding, which decreased 48 basis points to 2.07% for the most recent period, while the average balance of borrowings outstanding increased $942,000 to $26.0 million for the recently ended three-month period.

 

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

 

Comparison of Operating Results for the Three-Month Periods Ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 (continued)

 

Net Interest Income (continued)

 

Net interest margin increased from 3.84% for the prior year quarterly period to 4.01% for the quarter ended September 30, 2012.

 

Provision for Losses on Loans

 

The Company recorded $26,000 in provision for losses on loans during the three months ended September 30, 2012, compared to no provision for the three months ended September 30, 2011. The Company recorded the provision to restore the Company’s loan loss reserves to a level that management determined appropriate after charging off $28,000 in loans during the quarter. There can be no assurance that the loan loss allowance will be adequate to absorb unidentified losses on loans in the portfolio, which could adversely affect the Company’s results of operations.

 

Non-interest Income

 

Non-interest income totaled $109,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2012, an increase of $83,000 from the same period in 2011. Net gains on sales of loans totaled $58,000 for the recent quarterly period ended compared to nil for the prior year quarter. In the current low interest rate environment the Company prefers to sell its long-term, fixed rate mortgage production rather than retain the loans in its portfolio, and the demand for that loan product was strong for the quarter just ended. Other real estate owned posted a $3,000 gain in the quarterly period ended September 30, 2012, compared to total charges of $27,000 in the prior year’s quarter. In the quarter ended September 30, 2011, the Company realized a net loss on the sale of REO of $17,000 as well as other-than-temporary impairment charges of $10,000.

 

Non-interest Expense

 

Non-interest expense totaled $1.3 million for the three months ended September 30, 2012, a decrease of $59,000, or 4.4%, compared to the same period in 2011. The decrease was due primarily to lower professional fees paid. Outside service fees, legal fees, and auditing and accounting fees (some of which were associated with the Company’s merger/acquisition plans announced November 3, 2011) decreased $39,000, $14,000 and $33,000, respectively from period to period. Foreclosure and OREO expenses (net) was actually a net gain of $28,000 for the recently ended quarter compared to net expense of $50,000 for the prior year period, as rental income exceeded rental expense and occupancy rates were higher. The core deposit intangible created when the Company purchased First Federal of Frankfort became completely amortized in the fiscal year ended June 30, 2012. Consequently, amortization of intangible assets for the recently ended quarter was nil, compared to $33,000 for the prior year period. Employee compensation and benefits totaled $854,000 for the recently-ended quarter compared to $747,000 for the prior year period, a $107,000 or 14.3% increase, and was attributed primarily to higher retirement expense.

 

Federal Income Tax Expense

 

Federal income taxes expense totaled $257,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2012, compared to $206,000 in the prior year period. The effective tax rates were 33.0% and 32.9% for the three-month periods ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

 

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ITEM 3: Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

 

This item is not applicable as the Company is a smaller reporting company.

 

ITEM 4: Controls and Procedures

 

The Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have evaluated the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined under Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) as of the end of the period covered by this report, and have concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective.

 

The Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have also concluded that there were no significant changes during the quarter ended September 30, 2012, in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting or in other factors that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

 

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PART II

 

ITEM 1.Legal Proceedings

 

Not applicable.

 

ITEM 1A.Risk Factors

 

Not applicable.

 

ITEM 2.Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

 

(c)       The following table sets forth information regarding Company’s repurchases of its common stock during the quarter ended September 30, 2012.

 

           Total # of     
       Average   shares purchased   Maximum # of shares 
   Total   price paid   as part of publicly   that may yet be 
   # of shares   per share   announced plans   purchased under 
Period  purchased   (incl commissions)   or programs   the plans or programs 
                 
July 1-31, 2012      $        77,500 
August 1-31, 2012      $        77,500 
September 1-30, 2012   7,800   $7.86    7,800    69,700 

 

(1)  On May 14, 2010, the Company announced the completion of the stock repurchase program begun on October 17, 2008 and initiated another program for the repurchase of up to 150,000 shares of its Common Stock

 

ITEM 3.Defaults Upon Senior Securities

 

Not applicable.

 

ITEM 4.Mine Safety Disclosures.

 

Not applicable.

 

ITEM 5.Other Information

 

None.

 

ITEM 6.Exhibits

 

  3.11   Charter of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp
  3.21   Bylaws of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp, as amended and restated
  4.11   Specimen Stock Certificate of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp
  31.1   CEO Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
  31.2   CFO Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
  32.1   CEO Certification Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
  32.2   CFO Certification Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

 

 

(1)    Incorporated herein by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-119041).

 

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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.

 

  KENTUCKY FIRST FEDERAL BANCORP

 

Date: November 14, 2012   By: /s/Tony D. Whitaker
        Tony D. Whitaker
        Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
         
         
         
Date: November 14, 2012   By: /s/R. Clay Hulette
        R. Clay Hulette
        Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

 

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