Highlights:
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Severe storms and flooding that began on September 18, 2009, have caused significant property damage in Georgia.
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A federal disaster was declared on September 24, 2009, and includes individual assistance for Carroll, Cherokee, Cobb, Douglas and Paulding counties.
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The FDIC is encouraging banks to work constructively with borrowers experiencing difficulties beyond their control because of damage caused by these disasters.
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Extending repayment terms, restructuring existing loans or easing terms for new loans, if done in a manner consistent with sound banking practices, can contribute to the health of the community and serve the long-term interests of the lending institution.
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The FDIC also will consider regulatory relief from certain filing and publishing requirements.
Distribution:
FDIC-Supervised Banks (Commercial and Savings)
in Georgia
Suggested Routing:
Chief Executive Officer
Compliance Officer
Chief Lending Officer
Related Topics:
Lending
Investments
Publishing Requirements
Consumer Laws
Attachment:
Supervisory Practices Regarding Depository Institutions And Borrowers Affected By Severe Storms and Flooding in Georgia - PDF (PDF Help)
Contact:
Assistant Regional Director Frank Gray at (678) 916-2183 or FGray@fdic.gov
Printable Format:
FIL-57-2009 - PDF (PDF Help)
Note:
FDIC financial institution letters (FILs) may be accessed from the FDIC's Web site at www.fdic.gov/news/news/financial/2009/index.html.
To receive FILs electronically, please visit http://www.fdic.gov/about/subscriptions/fil.html.
Paper copies of FDIC financial institution letters may be obtained through the FDIC's Public Information Center, 3501 Fairfax Drive, E-1002, Arlington, VA 22226 (1-877-275-3342 or 703-562-2200).
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