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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023
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: 001-38956
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Maryland 36-4926041
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
31 North 9th Street, Richmond, Indiana
47374
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (765) 962-2581
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share RMBI The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC
Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:  None
Indicate by checkmark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ☐ No ☒
Indicate by checkmark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ☐ No ☒
Indicate by checkmark 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. Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by checkmark 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). Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by checkmark 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 definition 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  
Non-accelerated filer   Smaller reporting company  
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 has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness of its internal control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered public accounting firm that prepared or issued its audit report. ☐

If securities are registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act, indicate by check mark whether the financial statements of the registrant included in the filing reflect the correction of an error to previously issued financial statements. ☒

Indicate by check mark whether any of those error corrections are restatements that required a recovery analysis of incentive-based compensation received by any of the registrant’s executive officers during the relevant recovery period pursuant to §240.10D-1(b). ☐
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RICHMOND MUTUAL BANCORPORATION, INC.
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PART I
Item 1.    Business
The disclosures set forth in this item are qualified by Item 1A. Risk Factors and the section captioned “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations of this report and other cautionary statements set forth elsewhere in this report.
Overview
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc., a Maryland corporation, which is sometimes referred to in this document as “Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Maryland,” was formed in February 2019 to serve as a new stock holding company for First Bank Richmond upon completion of the reorganization of First Bank Richmond from the mutual to stock holding company form of organization.  The reorganization was completed on July 1, 2019.  Prior to completion of the reorganization, First Bank Richmond was a wholly owned subsidiary of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc., a Delaware stock corporation, which is sometimes referred to in this document as “Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware,” and Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware was a wholly owned subsidiary of First Mutual of Richmond, Inc., a Delaware non-stock mutual holding company (the “MHC”).  On July 1, 2019, upon the completion of the reorganization, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware and the MHC ceased to exist, and First Bank Richmond became a wholly owned subsidiary of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Maryland.  In certain circumstances, where appropriate, the terms “Richmond Mutual Bancorporation,” “the Company,” “we, “us” and “our” refer collectively to (i) Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware and First Bank Richmond with respect to discussions in this document involving matters occurring prior to completion of the reorganization and (ii) Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Maryland and First Bank Richmond with respect to discussions in this document involving matters to occur post-reorganization, in each case unless the context indicates another meaning.
On February 6, 2019, the Board of Directors of the MHC, the parent mutual holding company of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware, adopted a Plan of Reorganization and Stock Offering (the “Plan”). The Plan was approved by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (the “Federal Reserve Board”) and by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions (the “IDFI”), as well as the voting members of the MHC at a special meeting of members held on June 19, 2019. Pursuant to the Plan, upon completion of the transaction, the MHC would convert from a mutual holding company to the stock holding company corporate structure, the MHC and Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware would cease to exist, and First Bank Richmond would become a wholly owned subsidiary Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Maryland.  The transaction was completed on July 1, 2019.  In connection with the related stock offering, which was also completed on July 1, 2019, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Maryland sold 13,026,625 shares of common stock at $10.00 per share, for gross offering proceeds of approximately $130.3 million in its subscription offering and contributed 500,000 shares and $1.25 million to a newly formed charitable foundation, the First Bank Richmond, Inc. Community Foundation (the “Foundation”).
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Maryland is regulated by the Federal Reserve Board.  Our corporate office is located at 31 North 9th Street, Richmond, Indiana, and our telephone number is (765) 962-2581.
First Bank Richmond is an Indiana state-chartered commercial bank headquartered in Richmond, Indiana. The bank was originally established in 1887 as an Indiana state-chartered mutual savings and loan association and in 1935 converted to a federal mutual savings and loan association, operating under the name First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Richmond. In 1993, the bank converted to a state-chartered mutual savings bank and changed its name to First Bank Richmond, S.B. In 1998, the bank, in connection with its non-stock mutual holding company reorganization, converted to a national bank charter operating as First Bank Richmond, National Association. In July 2007, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware, the bank’s then current holding company, acquired Mutual Federal Savings Bank headquartered in Sidney, Ohio.  Mutual Federal Savings Bank was operated independently as a separately chartered, wholly owned subsidiary of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware until 2016 when it was combined with the bank through an internal merger transaction that consolidated both banks into a single, more efficient commercial bank charter. In 2017, the bank converted to an Indiana state-chartered commercial bank and changed its name to First Bank Richmond. The former Mutual Federal Savings Bank continues to operate in Ohio under the name Mutual Federal, a division of First Bank Richmond.
First Bank Richmond provides full banking services through its seven full- and one limited-service offices located in Cambridge City (1), Centerville (1), Richmond (5) and Shelbyville (1), Indiana, its five full-service offices located in Piqua (2), Sidney (2) and Troy (1), Ohio, and its loan production office in Columbus, Ohio. Administrative, trust and wealth management services are conducted through First Bank Richmond’s Corporate Office/Financial Center located in Richmond, Indiana. As an Indiana-chartered commercial bank, First Bank Richmond is subject to regulation by the IDFI and the FDIC.
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Our principal business consists of attracting deposits from the general public, as well as brokered deposits, and investing those funds primarily in loans secured by commercial and multi-family real estate, first mortgages on owner-occupied, one- to four-family residences, a variety of consumer loans, direct financing leases and commercial and industrial loans. We also obtain funds by utilizing Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) advances. Funds not invested in loans generally are invested in investment securities, including mortgage-backed and mortgage-related securities and agency and municipal bonds.
First Bank Richmond generates commercial, mortgage and consumer loans and leases and receives deposits from customers located primarily in Wayne and Shelby Counties, in Indiana and Shelby, Miami and Franklin (no deposits) Counties, in Ohio. We sometimes refer to these counties as our primary market area. First Bank Richmond’s loans are generally secured by specific items of collateral including real property, consumer assets and business assets. Our leasing operation consists of direct investments in equipment that we lease (referred to as direct finance leases) to small businesses located throughout the United States. Our lease portfolio consists of various kinds of equipment, generally technology-related, such as computer systems, medical equipment and general manufacturing, industrial, construction and transportation equipment. We seek leasing transactions where we believe the equipment leased is integral to the lessee's business. We also provide trust and wealth management services, including serving as executor and trustee under wills and deeds and as guardian and custodian of employee benefits, and manage private investment accounts for individuals and institutions. Total wealth management assets under management and administration were $170.4 million at December 31, 2023.
Our results of operations are primarily dependent on net interest income. Net interest income is the difference between interest income, which is the income that is earned on loans and investments, and interest expense, which is the interest that is paid on deposits and borrowings. Other significant sources of pre-tax income are service charges (mostly from service charges on deposit accounts and loan servicing fees), and fees from sale of residential mortgage loans originated for sale in the secondary market. We also recognize income from the sale of investment securities.
First Insurance Management, Inc., a Nevada corporation, was formed in 2022 as a pooled captive insurance company subsidiary of the Company. The purpose of this company is to provide additional property and casualty insurance coverage to the Company and its subsidiaries and reinsurance to other third party insurance captives for which insurance may not be currently available or economically feasible in today's insurance marketplace.

FB Richmond Holdings, Inc., a Nevada corporation, was formed in 2020 as a subsidiary of First Bank Richmond. FB Richmond Holdings holds substantially all of the Bank’s investment portfolio. As of December 31, 2023, the market value of securities held was $287.1 million.

FB Richmond Properties, Inc., a Delaware corporation, was formed in 2020 as a subsidiary of FB Richmond Holdings, Inc. FB Richmond Properties holds certain residential mortgages and commercial real estate loans. As of December 31, 2023, FB Richmond Properties held approximately $106.1 million in residential mortgages and commercial real estate loans.
At December 31, 2023, on a consolidated basis, we had $1.5 billion in assets, $1.1 billion in loans and leases, net of allowance, $1.0 billion in deposits and $134.9 million in stockholders’ equity.  At December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond’s total risk-based capital ratio was 14.1%, exceeding the 10.0% requirement for a well-capitalized institution. For the year ended December 31, 2023, we reported net income of $9.5 million, compared to net income of $13.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Market Area
Our primary market area includes Wayne and Shelby counties in Indiana and Shelby, Miami, and Franklin counties in Ohio. We conduct our business through 12 full service and one limited-service banking offices, with seven full-service and one limited-service offices located in Indiana and five offices situated in Ohio. Our main full-service banking office and four other branch offices are located in Richmond (Wayne County), Indiana. We operate two other offices in Wayne County in the towns of Cambridge City and Centerville, and one office in Shelbyville (Shelby County), Indiana, which is situated approximately 25 miles southeast of Indianapolis. Through Mutual Federal, a division of First Bank Richmond, we operate two offices in Sidney (Shelby County), Ohio, and two offices in Piqua and one office in Troy, Ohio (Miami County). We also operate a loan production office in Columbus (Franklin County), Ohio that focuses on commercial and multi-family real estate lending. Administrative, trust and wealth management services are provided at our Corporate Office/Financial Center located in Richmond, Indiana.
Indiana. Wayne County had an estimated population in 2023 of 66,300 with a median household income of approximately $49,000. The unemployment rate in December 2023 was 2.9% in Wayne County, as compared to the national and state unemployment rates of 3.5% and 2.9%, respectively.
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The top employers in Wayne County include Reid Health, Richmond Community Schools, Belden Wire & Cable, Sugar Creek Brandworthy Food Solutions, Richmond State Hospital, and Primex Plastics Corporation. First Bank Richmond operates seven banking offices in Wayne County, including five in Richmond, which is the largest city in Wayne County.
Richmond is a city in east central Indiana and the county seat of Wayne County. Richmond represents our largest deposit concentration and branch office presence. Richmond had an estimated population of 35,600 in 2023 with a median household income of approximately $46,400. It is favorably located with excellent highway access and has over 7.7 million people within a 100-mile radius. Health care and social services are the primary sources of employment, followed by manufacturing and food service. The city is home to a regional hospital, Reid Health, as well as five higher educational institutions: Earlham College, Bethany Theological Seminary, Indiana University East, Purdue Polytechnic University-Richmond, and Ivy Tech Community College.
Within Wayne County, we also operate branches in Cambridge City and Centerville, which were initially opened in 1958 and 1959, respectively. Cambridge City is located in the western part of Wayne County approximately 15 miles west of Richmond, and had an estimated population of 1,500 with a median household income of approximately $46,700 in 2023. The workforce in this community is primarily composed of health care and social service workers and employees in the manufacturing sector. Centerville had an estimated population of 2,800 with a median household income of approximately $51,100 in 2023. It is a residential suburb to Richmond and home to many antique stores. While Wayne County experienced a 5.0% decline in population from 2010 to 2020, the population in Centerville increased by 3.6% during this period. The population growth in Centerville resulted in part from the influx of professionals and the appeal of its school system.
Shelbyville, where we operate one branch, is the county seat of Shelby County, Indiana. Shelby County had an estimated population in 2023 of 44,900 with a median household income of approximately $66,400. Shelbyville, which had an estimated population of 19,700 with a median household income of $55,900, is located in central Indiana and within the Indianapolis metropolitan area. Manufacturing, health care, and social services are the largest employment sectors in Shelby County. The unemployment rate in Shelby County was 2.3% in December 2023 compared to 1.9% in December 2022.
Ohio. We operate two offices in Sidney (Shelby County), Ohio, and two offices in Piqua and one office in Troy (Miami County), Ohio. We also operate a loan production office in Columbus, Ohio (Franklin County) that focuses on commercial and multi-family real estate lending.
Sidney is the largest city and the county seat of Shelby County, Ohio. Sidney is located approximately 35 miles north of Dayton, Ohio and 75 miles west of Columbus, Ohio. Sidney had an estimated population in 2023 of 20,400 with a median household income of approximately $63,900. Manufacturing is the dominant industry among the employee workforce in Shelby County. Leading manufacturing employers in Shelby County include Honda of America Manufacturing, Airstream, Plastipak Packaging, and Wilson Health. The unemployment rate in Shelby County was 2.9% in both December 2023 and 2022.
Miami County is located in west central Ohio and is part of the Dayton metropolitan area. Miami County had an estimated population in 2023 of 110,200 with a median household income of approximately $71,500. Within Miami County, we have offices in Troy, which is the county seat and most populous city, and Piqua. Troy is located 19 miles north of Dayton, while Piqua is located 27 miles north of Dayton. Troy had an estimated population in 2023 of 26,500 with a median household income of approximately $69,700, while Piqua had a population of 20,400 with a median household income of approximately $55,400. Manufacturing is the leading industry employment sector in Miami County, followed by health care and social services as well as retail trade. The largest employers in Miami County include Upper Valley Medical Center, Clopay Building Products, F&P America, UTC Aerospace Systems, Meijer Distribution Center, ConAgra Foods, American Honda, and Hobart Brothers. The unemployment rate in Miami County was 2.8% in December 2023 compared to 3.2% in December 2022.
Columbus, Ohio, where we operate our loan production office, is the state capital of and most populous city in Ohio. Columbus ranked as the 14th most populous city in the United States with an estimated population in 2023 of 908,400 and a median household income of approximately $61,700. Columbus is the county seat of Franklin County, which along with nine other counties comprises the Columbus metropolitan area. The city has a diverse economy based on education, government, insurance, banking, defense, aviation, food, clothing, logistics, steel, energy, medical research, health care, hospitality, retail, and technology. Columbus is home to The Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the nation.
The Columbus metropolitan area had an estimated population of 2.2 million and ranked as the 32nd most populous metropolitan area in the United States and the second most populous metropolitan area in Ohio, just behind the Cincinnati metropolitan area and slightly ahead of the Cleveland metropolitan area. The unemployment rate in December 2023 was 2.7% for the entire Columbus metropolitan area and 2.7% for Franklin County, compared to 3.1% for the entire Columbus metropolitan area and 3.1% for Franklin County in December 2022.
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Lending Activities
We offer a full range of lending products, including multi-family and commercial real estate loans (including owner and nonowner-occupied real estate loans), commercial and industrial loans (including equipment loans and working capital lines of credit), construction and development loans, residential real estate loans, including home equity loans and lines of credit, and consumer loans. We also engage in lease financing, which consists of direct financing leases and is used by our commercial customers to finance purchases of equipment. We offer consumer loans, predominantly as an accommodation to our customers, secured by personal assets such as automobiles or recreational vehicles. Some consumer loans are unsecured, such as small installment loans and certain lines of credit. Lending activities originate from the relationships and efforts of our bankers.
Loan Approval Procedures and Authority.  Pursuant to Indiana law, the aggregate amount of loans that First Bank Richmond is permitted to make to any one borrower, or a group of related borrowers, is generally limited to 15% of First Bank Richmond’s unimpaired capital and surplus. An additional amount may be loaned, up to 10% of unimpaired capital and surplus, if the loan is secured by readily marketable collateral, which generally does not include real estate.  At December 31, 2023, based on the 15% limitation, First Bank Richmond’s loans-to-one-borrower limit was approximately $26.2 million. As of December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond was in compliance with the loans-to-one-borrower limitations.  At December 31, 2023, our largest lending relationship with one borrower was for $19.0 million consisting of three commercial real estate loans secured by properties in the Dayton, Ohio area. All of these loans were performing in accordance with their repayment terms at December 31, 2023.
Our lending is subject to written underwriting standards and origination procedures set forth in First Bank Richmond’s loan policy. Decisions on loan applications are made on the basis of detailed information submitted by the prospective borrower, credit histories that we obtain, and property valuations (consistent with our appraisal policy) prepared by outside independent licensed appraisers approved by our board of directors as well as internal evaluations, where permitted by regulations. The loan information is primarily designed to determine the borrower’s ability to repay the requested loan, and the more significant items are verified through use of credit reports, bank statements and tax returns. Loans containing a policy exception have the exception noted in the credit file accompanied by a statement as to the reason for granting the exception. Exceptions must be approved in accordance with First Bank Richmond’s loan policy. All loan approval amounts are based on the aggregate debt, including total commitments outstanding and the proposed loan to the individual borrower and any related entity.
First Bank Richmond’s board of directors has the responsibility for approving, on an annual basis, specific lending authority for individual officers, combinations of officers, or loan committees.
Loan Maturity and Repricing. The following tables set forth certain information at December 31, 2023 regarding the dollar amount of loans maturing in our portfolio based on their contractual terms to maturity, but does not include scheduled payments or potential prepayments. Loans with scheduled maturities are reported in the maturity category in which the loan is due. Loans that have adjustable rates are shown as amortizing to final maturity rather than when the interest rates are next subject to change. Loan balances do not include undisbursed loan proceeds, unearned discounts, unearned income and allowance for credit losses on loans and leases.
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Due in 1 Year or Less Weighted Average Yield Due After 1 Year Through 5 Years Weighted Average Yield Due After 5 Years Through 15 Years Weighted Average Yield Due After 15 Years Weighted Average Yield Total Loans and Leases Weighted Average Yield
(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial mortgage $ 18,614  6.7  % $ 54,208  5.4  % $ 135,931  4.8  % $ 132,880  4.8  % $ 341,633  5.0  %
Commercial and industrial 37,591  8.1  40,375  6.5  28,535  6.1  8,927  4.8  115,428  6.8 
Construction and development 46,140  6.8  71,294  6.9  38,415  6.7  1,956  5.8  157,805  6.8 
Multi-family 8,438  4.1  20,234  4.4  76,912  4.6  33,173  5.0  138,757  4.6 
Residential mortgage 835  7.1  10,528  5.3  41,226  4.9  109,534  4.9  162,123  4.9 
Home equity lines of credit 397  5.3  3,902  6.6  6,605  8.4  —  —  10,904  7.7 
Leases 6,271  7.0  144,682  8.6  5,645  8.9  —  —  156,598  8.5 
Consumer 604  5.9  15,099  5.7  7,267  6.1  294  6.3  23,264  5.6 
Total loans and leases $ 118,890  $ 360,322  $ 340,536  $ 286,764  $ 1,106,512 

Amount due after one year at fixed interest rates: Amount due after one year at variable interest rates:
(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial mortgage $ 64,181  $ 258,838 
Commercial and industrial 47,127  30,710 
Construction and development 38,758  72,907 
Multi-family 13,686  116,633 
Residential 83,431  77,857 
Home equity lines of credit 3,328  7,179 
Leases 150,327  — 
Consumer 22,660  — 
Total loans and leases $ 423,498  $ 564,124 
Residential Mortgage Lending. We make one- to four-family residential real estate loans and home equity loans and lines of credit secured by the borrower’s primary residence. In addition, we may periodically purchase residential loans, which we refer to as brokered mortgages, primarily during periods of reduced loan demand in our primary market areas and at times to support our Community Reinvestment Act lending activities, although we have not purchased any brokered mortgage loans in the last nine years. Any such purchases are made generally consistent with our underwriting standards for residential mortgage loans. At December 31, 2023, $173.0 million, or 15.6%, of our total loan and lease portfolio was secured by residential real estate, consisting of $155.7 million of one- to four-family residential real estate loans, $6.4 million of home equity loans, and $10.9 million of home equity lines of credit.
We originate both fixed-rate and adjustable-rate one- to four-family residential real estate loans. At December 31, 2023, 51.8% of our one- to four-family residential real estate loans were fixed-rate loans and 48.2% of such loans were adjustable-rate loans. Most of our loans are underwritten using generally-accepted secondary market underwriting guidelines. We typically sell most of the conforming, fixed-rate one- to four-family loans we originate into the secondary market to Fannie Mae and, to a lesser extent, the FHLB of Indianapolis. Loans that are sold into the secondary market to Fannie Mae or the FHLB of Indianapolis are sold with the servicing retained to maintain the client relationship and to generate non-interest income. The sale of mortgage loans provides a source of non-interest income through the gain on sale, reduces our interest rate risk, provides a stream of servicing income, enhances liquidity and enables us to originate more loans at our current capital level than if we held the loans in our loan portfolio.
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During the year ended December 31, 2023, we originated $33.1 million one- to four-family fixed-rate mortgage loans and $21.4 million one- to four-family adjustable-rate mortgage (“ARM”) loans, and sold $19.6 million of these loans without recourse to Fannie Mae and the FHLB of Indianapolis. See “- Originations, Sales and Purchases of Loans.”
Substantially all the one- to four-family residential mortgage loans we retain in our portfolio consist of fixed-rate loans that do not satisfy acreage limits, income, credit, conforming loan limits (i.e., jumbo mortgages) or various other requirements imposed by Fannie Mae or are adjustable-rate loans. Some of these loans are also originated to meet the needs of borrowers who cannot otherwise satisfy Fannie Mae credit requirements because of personal and financial reasons (i.e., bankruptcy, length of time employed, etc.), and other aspects which do not conform to Fannie Mae’s guidelines. Such borrowers may have higher debt-to-income ratios, or the loans are secured by unique properties in rural markets for which there are no sales of comparable properties to support the value according to secondary market requirements. We may require additional collateral or lower loan-to-value ratios to reduce the risk of these loans. We believe that these loans satisfy the needs of borrowers in our market area. As a result, subject to market conditions, we intend to continue to originate these types of loans. We also retain jumbo loans which exceed the conforming loan limits and therefore are not eligible to be purchased by Fannie Mae. At December 31, 2023, $50.6 million or 31.2% of our one- to four-family loan portfolio consisted of jumbo loans.
We generally underwrite our one- to four-family loans based on the applicant’s employment and credit history and the appraised value of the subject property. We generally lend up to 89% of the lesser of the appraised value or purchase price for one- to four-family first mortgage loans and non-owner occupied first mortgage loans. For first mortgage loans with a loan-to-value ratio in excess of 89%, we may require private mortgage insurance or other credit enhancement to help mitigate the risk. Fixed-rate loans secured by one- to four-family residences may have contractual maturities of up to 30 years. All of these loans are fully amortizing, with payments due monthly. Properties securing our one- to four-family loans are typically appraised by independent fee appraisers who are selected in accordance with criteria approved by the Loan Committee. For loans that are less than $250,000, we may use an automated valuation model, in lieu of an appraisal. We require title insurance policies on all first mortgage real estate loans originated over $100,000. Homeowners, liability, fire and, if required, flood insurance policies are also required for one-to four-family loans. Our real estate loans generally contain a “due on sale” clause allowing us to declare the unpaid principal balance due and payable upon the sale of the security property.
ARM loans are offered with annual adjustments and life-time rate caps that vary based on the product, generally with a maximum annual rate change of 2.0% and a maximum overall rate change of 6.0%. We generally use the rate on one-year Treasury Bills to re-price our ARM loans. As a consequence of using caps, the interest rates on ARM loans may not be as rate sensitive as our cost of funds. Furthermore, because loan indexes may not respond perfectly to changes in market interest rates, upward adjustments on loans may occur more slowly than increases in our cost of interest-bearing liabilities, especially during periods of rapidly increasing interest rates. Because of these characteristics, future yields on ARM loans may not be sufficient to offset increases in our cost of funds.
ARM loans generally pose different credit risks than fixed-rate loans, primarily because as interest rates rise, the borrower’s payment increases, which increases the potential for default. We continue to offer our fully amortizing ARM loans with a fixed interest rate for the first one, three, five or seven years, followed by a periodic adjustable interest rate for the remaining term.
The average balance of our one- to four-family residential loans secured by first mortgages was approximately $134,000 at December 31, 2023.
We originate fixed-rate home equity loans and fixed- and variable-rate lines of credit secured either by a first or second lien on the borrower’s primary residence. Our home equity loans are fixed rate fully amortizing loans with terms of up to 15 years and are generally originated in amounts, together with the amount of the existing first mortgage, of up to 89% of the appraised value of the subject property. Home equity loans originated with a loan to value ratio in excess of 80% are subject to a higher origination fee and higher interest rate than home equity loans with loan to value ratios of 80% or less. If the home equity loan is for home improvements, the improvements to be made to the property may be considered when calculating the loan to value ratio. If the loan to value ratio on the property is sufficient, regardless of the improvements to be made, the proceeds may be disbursed directly to the borrower. When the appraised value is dependent on the improvements to meet the loan to value requirement, the proceeds are held by us until we receive reasonable assurance that the improvements have been completed. The loan officers, at their discretion, may use a limited appraisal or a recertification of value on these types of loans. At December 31, 2023, home equity loans totaled $6.4 million, or 0.6% of our total loan and lease portfolio.
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Home equity lines of credit may be either fixed- or adjustable-rate and are typically originated in amounts, together with the amount of the existing first mortgage, of up to 89% of the appraised value of the subject property. Home equity lines of credit originated with a loan to value ratio in excess of 80% are subject to a higher interest rate than home equity lines of credit with loan to value ratios of 80% or less. Home equity lines of credit with an adjustable rate of interest adjust quarterly and are based on the Wall Street Journal Prime rate, plus a margin. Our fixed rate lines have a five-year draw period and our adjustable-rate lines have a 10-year draw period, during which time the funds may be paid down and redrawn up to the committed amount. Once the draw period has lapsed, the borrower either pays off the loan balance, or a new loan is negotiated. We charge an annual fee on each home equity line of credit and require a monthly payment of 0.9% of the outstanding balance drawn during the period, plus interest. At December 31, 2023, home equity lines of credit totaled $10.9 million, or 1.0% of our total loan and lease portfolio, with adjustable-rate home equity lines of credit totaling $7.2 million and fixed rate home equity lines making up the remaining balance.  At December 31, 2023, unfunded commitments on home equity lines of credit totaled $16.8 million.
We do not engage in originating interest only, negative amortization, option adjustable rate or subprime loans and have no established program to originate or purchase these loans. Subprime loans are defined as loans that at the time of loan origination had a FICO credit score of less than 660. Of the $173.0 million in one- to four- family loans, including home equity loans and lines of credit, in our portfolio as of December 31, 2023, $18.2 million, or 10.5%, were to borrowers with a credit score under 660.
Multi-family and Commercial Real Estate Lending. We originate commercial real estate loans, including loans secured by multi-family residential properties, office buildings, hotels, industrial properties, retail buildings, medical and professional buildings, restaurants and various other commercial properties located principally in our primary market area.  As of December 31, 2023, $480.4 million or 43.4% of our total loan and lease portfolio was secured by commercial and multi-family real estate, of which $179.4 million, or 16.2% of our total loan and lease portfolio, was secured by property located in the Columbus, Ohio market.  Multi-family loans totaled $138.8 million of the $480.4 million commercial and multi-family real estate loan portfolio, or 12.5% of our total loan and lease portfolio, at December 31, 2023. Of the remaining $341.6 million of this portfolio, approximately $224.8 million was secured by income producing, or non-owner-occupied commercial real estate. We also purchase and participate, from time to time, in multi-family and commercial real estate loans from other financial institutions, which amounts are included in our multi-family and commercial real estate loan portfolios. Such loans are independently underwritten according to our policies. At December 31, 2023, our purchased multi-family and commercial real estate loan participations totaled $39.2 million, or 8.2% of our total multi-family and commercial real estate loan portfolios, of which $4.4 million involve loans secured by collateral outside of our primary market area.
Multi-family and commercial real estate loans generally are priced at a higher rate of interest than one- to four-family residential loans. Typically, these loans have higher loan balances, are more difficult to evaluate and monitor, and involve a greater degree of risk than one- to four-family residential loans. Often payments on loans secured by commercial or multi-family properties are dependent on the successful operation and management of the property; therefore, repayment of these loans may be affected by adverse conditions in the real estate market or the economy. We generally require and obtain loan guarantees from financially capable parties based upon the review of personal financial statements. If the borrower is a corporation, we generally require and obtain personal guarantees from the corporate principals based upon a review of their personal financial statements and individual credit reports. In addition, the borrower’s and guarantor’s financial information on such loans is monitored on an ongoing basis by requiring periodic financial statements.
Our commercial and multi-family real estate loans generally have initial terms of 10 to 20 years and amortization terms of up to 25 years, with a balloon payment at the end of the initial term and may be fixed-rate or adjustable-rate loans. Our adjustable-rate multi-family and commercial real estate loans are generally tied to a margin above the prime rate or the applicable treasury rate. The maximum loan-to-value ratio of our multi-family and commercial real estate loans is generally 80% of the lower of cost or appraised value of the property securing the loan. At December 31, 2023, 21.6% of our multi-family and commercial real estate loans were fixed-rate loans and 78.4% were adjustable-rate loans.
We consider a number of factors in originating multi-family and commercial real estate loans. We evaluate the qualifications and financial condition of the borrower, including project-level and global cash flows, credit history and management expertise, as well as the value and condition of the property securing the loan. When evaluating the qualifications of the borrower, we consider the financial resources of the borrower, the borrower’s experience in owning or managing similar property and the borrower’s payment history with us and other financial institutions. In evaluating the property securing the loan, the factors we consider include the net operating income of the mortgaged property before debt service and depreciation, the ratio of the loan amount to the appraised value of the mortgaged property and the debt service coverage ratio (the ratio of net operating income to debt service). We generally require a debt service ratio of at least 1.10x.  All multi-family and commercial real estate loans in excess of $500,000 are appraised by outside independent appraisers. We require property and casualty insurance and also require flood insurance if the property is determined to be in a flood zone area.
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In addition, we generally require a Phase I Environmental Audit as a condition of making all multi-family and commercial real estate loans in excess of $1.0 million, which audit is performed by a qualified environmental consulting firm. The Phase I Environmental Audit includes appropriate inquiry into previous ownership and uses of the real estate to satisfactorily comply with the “Innocent Landowner Defense Amendment” to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA). The results and recommendations of the audit must be acceptable to us prior to loan closing.  For loans less than $1.0 million but greater than $150,000, a full Phase I Environmental Audit is not required, although an environmental investigation is typically performed by qualified bank personnel or a third party to determine if a full Phase I Environmental Audit should be done.
At December 31, 2023, the average loan size of our outstanding multi-family and commercial real estate loans was $1.1 million, and the largest of such loans was an $11.5 million loan secured by a first mortgage on a parking garage and apartment building located in the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area. This loan was performing in accordance with its repayment terms at December 31, 2023. We had 50 other commercial and multi-family real estate loans with an outstanding balance in excess of $3.0 million at December 31, 2023, all of which were performing in accordance with their repayment terms at December 31, 2023.  Our largest lending relationship with one borrower at December 31, 2023 was for $19.0 million consisting of three commercial real estate loans secured by properties in the Dayton, Ohio area. All these loans were performing in accordance with their repayment terms at December 31, 2023.
Multi-family and commercial real estate loans entail greater credit risks compared to one- to four-family residential real estate loans because they typically involve larger loan balances concentrated with single borrowers or groups of related borrowers. In addition, the repayment of loans secured by income-producing properties typically depends on the successful operation of the property, as repayment of the loan generally is dependent, in large part, on sufficient income from the property to cover operating expenses and debt service. Changes in economic conditions that are not in the control of the borrower or lender could affect the value of the collateral for the loan or the future cash flow of the property. Additionally, any decline in real estate values may be more pronounced for multi-family and commercial real estate than residential properties. If we foreclose on a commercial or multi-family real estate loan, the marketing and liquidation period to convert the real estate asset to cash can be a lengthy process with substantial holding costs. In addition, vacancies, deferred maintenance, repairs and market stigma can result in prospective buyers expecting sale price concessions to offset their real or perceived economic losses for the time it takes them to return the property to profitability. Depending on the individual circumstances, initial charge-offs and subsequent losses on multi-family and commercial real estate loans can be unpredictable and substantial.
The composition of, and location of the underlying collateral securing, our multi-family and commercial real estate loan portfolio at December 31, 2023 was as follows:
Type of Security Indiana Ohio Other Total % of Total
in Category
(Dollars in thousands)
Office buildings $ 22,876  $ 29,493  $ —  $ 52,369  10.9  %
Multi-family/Apartment buildings 45,831  91,184  1,742  138,757  28.9 
Hotels 54,350  56,013  —  110,363  23.0 
Industrial buildings 48,759  20,556  380  69,695  14.5 
Retail 18,859  10,537  —  29,396  6.1 
Medical 5,230  9,078  —  14,308  3.0 
Automotive 8,291  444  —  8,735  1.8 
Restaurants 8,936  3,146  —  12,082  2.5 
Campgrounds/Golf Courses/Leisure Activities 6,778  469  —  7,247  1.5 
Agricultural 3,361  2,850  —  6,211  1.3 
Other 6,388  22,647  2,192  31,227  6.5 
Total(1)
$ 229,659  $ 246,417  $ 4,314  $ 480,390  100.0  %
(1) Ohio total includes $179.4 million of commercial and multi-family loans secured by property located in the Columbus, Ohio market.

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Commercial and Industrial Lending. We make secured and unsecured commercial and industrial loans, including commercial lines of credit, working capital loans, term loans, equipment financing, acquisition, expansion and development loans, letters of credit and other loan products, principally in our primary market area. These loans are made based primarily on historical and projected cash flows of the borrower and secondarily on the underlying collateral provided by the borrower. We take as collateral a lien on general business assets including, among other things, available real estate, accounts receivable, inventory and equipment and generally obtain a personal guaranty of the borrower or principal. Our operating lines of credit typically are limited to a percentage of the value of the assets securing the line. Lines of credit and term loans typically are reviewed annually. As of December 31, 2023, we had $115.4 million of commercial and industrial loans, representing 10.4% of our total loan and lease portfolio, including $5.0 million of unsecured commercial and industrial loans.
The terms of our commercial and industrial loans vary by purpose and by type of underlying collateral. We typically make equipment loans for a term of five years or less at fixed or adjustable rates, with the loan fully amortized over the term. Terms greater than five years may be appropriate in some circumstances, based upon the useful life of the underlying asset being financed or if some form of credit enhancement, such as an SBA guarantee, is obtained. Loans to support working capital typically have terms not exceeding one year and are usually secured by accounts receivable, inventory and personal guarantees of the principals of the business. The interest rates charged on loans vary with the degree of risk and loan amount and are further subject to competitive pressures, money market rates, the availability of funds and government regulations. For loans secured by accounts receivable and inventory, principal is typically repaid as the assets securing the loan are converted into cash (monitored on a monthly or more frequent basis as determined necessary in the underwriting process), and for loans secured with other types of collateral, principal is typically due at maturity.
In general, commercial and industrial loans may involve increased credit risk and, therefore, typically yield a higher return. The increased risk in commercial and industrial loans derives from the expectation that such loans generally are serviced principally from the operations of the business, and those operations may not be successful. Any interruption or discontinuance of operating cash flows from the business, which may be influenced by events not under the control of the borrower such as economic events and changes in governmental regulations, could materially affect the ability of the borrower to repay the loan. In addition, the collateral securing commercial and industrial loans generally includes moveable property such as equipment and inventory, which may decline in value more rapidly than we anticipate, exposing us to increased credit risk. As a result of these additional complexities, variables and risks, commercial and industrial loans require extensive underwriting and servicing.
At December 31, 2023, the average loan size of our outstanding commercial and industrial loans was $239,000, and our largest outstanding commercial and industrial loan was a capital improvement loan totaling $6.4 million to an equipment holding and leasing company located in Bremen, Ohio secured by a first lien on equipment.  This loan was performing in accordance with its repayment terms at December 31, 2023.  We had 21 other commercial and industrial loans with an outstanding balance in excess of $1.0 million at December 31, 2023, all but two of which were performing in accordance with their repayment terms at that date.
Construction and Development Lending. We originate loans to finance the construction of commercial real estate projects, such as multi-family housing, industrial, office and retail centers. We also originate residential construction loans to borrowers and builders secured by single-family residences. On a much smaller scale, we may originate loans for the acquisition and development of residential or commercial land into buildable lots.  At December 31, 2023, our construction and development loan portfolio totaled $157.8 million, or 14.3% of our total loan and lease portfolio, consisting of $148.5 million in commercial construction loans and $9.3 million in residential construction loans.  At December 31, 2023, we had unfunded construction loan commitments totaling $102.0 million and $2.8 million in commercial and residential construction loans, respectively. We also purchase and participate, from time to time, in construction loans from other financial institutions, which amounts are included in our construction and development loan portfolio. Such loans are independently underwritten according to our policies. At December 31, 2023, our purchased construction and development loan participations totaled $46.8 million, or 29.6% of our total construction and development loan portfolio, of which $17.6 million involve loans secured by collateral outside of our primary market area.
Our commercial construction loans are typically made to builders/developers that have an established record of successful project completion and loan repayment. We conduct periodic inspections, either directly or through an agent, prior to approval of periodic draws on these loans based on the percentage of completion. Underwriting guidelines for our commercial construction loans are similar to those described above for our commercial real estate lending. General liability, builder’s risk hazard insurance, title insurance, and flood insurance (as applicable, for properties located or to be built in a designated flood hazard area) are also required on all construction and development loans.
Our commercial construction loans have terms that typically range from one to two years depending on factors such as the type and size of the development and the financial strength of the borrower/guarantor. Commercial construction loans are typically structured with an interest only period during the construction phase.
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Commercial construction loans are underwritten to either mature, or transition to a traditional amortizing loan, at the completion of the construction phase. The loan-to-value ratio on our commercial construction loans, as established by independent appraisal, typically will not exceed 80% of the appraised value on a completed basis or the cost of completion, whichever is less. These loans generally include an interest reserve of 1% to 5% of the loan commitment amount. The average outstanding loan size in our commercial construction loan portfolio was approximately $2.6 million at December 31, 2023.
Commercial construction loans on property built for speculative purposes that has not sold in a period of eighteen months after completion will require re-margining at no more than 89% of current appraised value and monthly amortization based on a 25-year payout.  At December 31, 2023, $17.8 million, or 13.0%, of our total commercial construction loan portfolio consisted of speculative construction loans.
We finance the construction of pre-sold owner occupied, one- to four-family residential properties in our market areas to builders and prospective homeowners. Our residential construction loans are originated primarily on a construction/permanent basis with such loans converting to an amortizing loan following the completion of the construction phase. Our residential construction loans generally provide for the payment of interest only during the construction phase, which is typically up to nine months. We do not make speculative construction loans to a builder for homes that are not pre-sold.  The average outstanding residential construction loan balance was approximately $371,000 at December 31, 2023.
Residential construction loans are made with a maximum loan-to-value ratio of the lower of 80% of the cost or appraised value at completion. Commitments to fund residential construction loans generally are made subject to an appraisal of the property by an independent licensed appraiser. Loan proceeds are disbursed after inspection by a third-party inspector based on the percentage of completion method.
On a more limited basis, we also make land loans to developers, builders and individuals to finance the commercial development of improved lots or unimproved land. In making land loans, we follow underwriting policies and disbursement and monitoring procedures similar to those for commercial construction loans. These land loans also involve additional risks because the loan amount is based on the projected value of the lots after development. We make these loans for up to 65% of the estimated value of raw land and up to 75% of the estimated value of developed land, with a term of up to two years with interest only payments, payable monthly.
Construction loans generally involve greater credit risk than long-term financing on improved, owner occupied real estate. In the event a loan is made on property that is not yet approved for the planned development or improvements, there is a risk that necessary approvals will not be granted or will be delayed. Risk of loss on a construction loan also depends upon the accuracy of the initial estimate of the value of the property at completion of construction compared to the estimated cost (including interest) of construction and other assumptions. If the estimate of construction cost is inaccurate, we may be required to advance additional funds beyond the amount originally committed in order to protect the value of the property. Moreover, if the estimated value of the completed project is inaccurate, the borrower may hold a property with a value that is insufficient to assure full repayment of the construction loan upon the sale of the property. Construction loans also carry the risk that construction will not be completed on time in accordance with specifications and projected costs. In addition, repayment of these loans can be dependent on the sale or rental of the property to third parties, and the ultimate sale or rental of the property may not occur as anticipated. Other risks may include the fraudulent diversion of construction funds, the filing of mechanics liens by contractors, subcontractors or suppliers, or the contractor’s failure to complete the construction of the project.
We seek to address the forgoing risks associated with construction and development lending by developing and adhering to underwriting policies, disbursement procedures and monitoring practices. Specifically, we (i) seek to diversify loans in our market areas, (ii) evaluate and document the creditworthiness of the borrower and the viability of the proposed project, (iii) obtain an appraisal of the property by an independent licensed appraiser, (iv) limit loan-to-value ratios to specified levels, (v) control disbursements on construction loans on the basis of on-site inspections by third party inspectors, and (vi) monitor economic conditions in each market. No assurances, however, can be given that these practices will be successful in mitigating the risks of construction and development lending.
At December 31, 2023, our largest construction and land development loan had an outstanding balance of $11.7 million and was secured by a 210,000 square-foot industrial facility located in a Columbus, Ohio suburb. At December 31, 2023, this loan was performing according to its repayment terms. We had 18 other construction and development loans with an outstanding balance in excess of $3.0 million at December 31, 2023, all of which were performing in accordance with their repayment terms at that date except for one $4.9 million loan that is subject to litigation between the developer and other parties.

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Lease Financing. We conduct our leasing operations through First Federal Leasing, a division of First Bank Richmond. Our lease financing operation consists of direct financing leases which are used by commercial customers to finance purchases such as medical, computer and manufacturing equipment, audio/visual equipment, industrial assets, construction and transportation equipment, and a wide variety of other commercial equipment. We rely solely on brokers and other third-party originators to generate our lease transactions. The nature of our business requires the use of brokers and third-party originators as it focuses on transactions generally ranging between $2,500 and $200,000 (with an average size of $45,000) with terms of 24 to 72 months, with a weighted average term of 41.1 months as of December 31, 2023. Our risk management profile centers on internally rated “A” quality credits.  At December 31, 2023, our direct finance leasing portfolio totaled $156.6 million, or 14.2% of our total loan and lease portfolio, with lease contracts located throughout the United States.
At lease inception, we record an asset (net investment) representing the aggregate future minimum lease payments and deferred indirect costs less unearned income. Income is recognized over the life of the lease to approximate a level rate of return on the net investment.
To generate deal flow, we actively work with over 100 brokers and third-party originators across the country, some of which are one person shops and others more established companies, with most of the volume coming from fewer than 25 referral sources. We have operated with this model since we commenced leasing operations in 1989 and have developed procedures to minimize fraud and concentration risk. The leases are processed by us through our lease origination software, which allows brokers to populate the fields with customer information and attach credit documentation, streamlining the data collection process. There is no automated approval process. Each lease application is reviewed by a credit administrator and then sent to a credit underwriter for review and approval. We have procedures in place to check and underwrite all the data we receive from the brokers and third-party originators, including ensuring that the potential lessee is operating from the location given and tracking the performance of each vendor.
The credit decisions for these transactions are based upon an assessment of the overall financial capacity of the applicant and generally require that the applicant have a minimum FICO score of 675. A determination is made as to the applicant’s ability to repay in accordance with the proposed terms as well as an overall assessment of the risks involved. In addition to an evaluation of the applicant’s financial condition, a determination is made of the probable adequacy of the primary and secondary sources of repayment, such as personal guarantees, to be relied upon in the transaction. Credit agency reports of the applicant’s credit history supplement the analysis of the applicant’s creditworthiness.
We generally file a UCC-1 financing statement on all of our lease transaction to perfect our interest in the equipment, except in the case of (i) titled equipment, where we would require the title in lieu of the UCC financing statement, (ii) transactions under $5,000 or (iii) for equipment with very little value, such as computer software. Perfection gives us a claim to the collateral that is superior to someone that obtains a lien through the judicial process subsequent to the perfection of a security interest.  The failure to perfect a security interest does not render the security interest unenforceable against the borrower. However, failure to perfect a security interest risks avoidance of the security interest in bankruptcy or subordination to the claims of third parties.
At December 31, 2023, approximately $52.4 million or 33.3% of the aggregate dollar amount of our lease portfolio was concentrated in four states: California at 12.7%; New York at 8.2%; Florida at 6.2% and Arkansas at 6.2%. Our largest leasing relationship at that date was with the State of Arkansas which consisted of more than 3,300 leases totaling approximately $9.5 million in lease receivables, all of which were performing in accordance with the lease terms. Our second largest leasing relationship was with a drilled pile foundation company located in Florida consisting of three contracts totaling approximately $1.3 million in lease receivables, all of which were performing in accordance with the lease terms.
Consumer Lending. We offer a variety of secured and unsecured consumer loans to individuals who reside or work in our market area, including new and used automobile loans, motorcycle loans, boat loans, recreational vehicle loans, mobile home loans and loans secured by certificates of deposit. Most of our consumer loans are made as an accommodation to our existing customers.  At December 31, 2023, our consumer loan portfolio totaled $23.3 million, or 2.1% of our total loan and lease portfolio, including $1.9 million of unsecured consumer loans.
Consumer loans generally have shorter terms to maturity, which reduces our exposure to changes in interest rates. In addition, management believes that offering consumer loan products helps to expand and create stronger ties to our existing customer base by increasing the number of customer relationships and providing cross-marketing opportunities.
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Originations, Sales and Purchases of Loans
Our loan originations are generated by our loan personnel operating at our office locations. While we originate both fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans, our ability to generate each type of loan depends upon relative borrower demand and the pricing levels as set in the local marketplace by competing banks, thrifts, credit unions, and mortgage banking companies. Our volume of real estate loan originations is influenced significantly by market interest rates, and, accordingly, the volume of our real estate loan originations can vary from period to period. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we originated $236.3 million of fixed rate loans and leases and $136.6 million of adjustable-rate loans, compared to $232.1 million of fixed rate loans and leases and $254.2 million of adjustable-rate loans during the year ended December 31, 2022.
The following tables provide information regarding our origination for the periods indicated:
2023
Fixed Rate Floating or
Adjustable Rate
Total
(Dollars in thousands)
Residential mortgage(1)
$ 33,139  $ 21,401  $ 54,540 
Home equity lines of credit 2,359  4,605  6,964 
Multi-family and commercial real estate 34,978  21,034  56,012 
Construction and development 30,158  64,104  94,262 
Consumer 11,810  —  11,810 
Commercial and industrial
34,165  25,408  59,573 
Leases 89,696  —  89,696 
Total $ 236,305  $ 136,552  $ 372,857 
(1)Includes $3.0 million of fixed-rate and $260,000 of adjustable-rate loans secured by second mortgages on residential properties.
2022
Fixed Rate Floating or
Adjustable Rate
Total
(Dollars in thousands)
Residential mortgage(1)
$ 41,269  $ 23,958  $ 65,227 
Home equity lines of credit 2,740  8,052  10,792 
Multi-family and commercial real estate 23,227  91,510  114,737 
Construction and development 66,970  109,734  176,704 
Consumer 14,564  —  14,564 
Commercial and industrial
13,052  20,935  33,987 
Leases 70,293  —  70,293 
Total $ 232,115  $ 254,189  $ 486,304 
(1)Includes $2.3 million of fixed-rate and $17,000 of adjustable-rate loans secured by second mortgages on residential properties.

As reflected in the tables above, loan and lease originations decreased $113.4 million, or 23.3%, to $372.9 million during 2023 compared to $486.3 million during 2022, primarily due to decreases in: (i) residential mortgage loans as a result of a slowdown in the refinancing and sales of housing in our area due to rising market interest rates; and (ii) multifamily, commercial real estate, and construction and development loans due to increasing interest rates.

We consider our balance sheet as well as market conditions on an ongoing basis in making decisions as to whether to hold residential loans we originate for investment or to sell these loans to investors, choosing the strategy that is most advantageous to us from a profitability and risk management standpoint. We sell the majority of the fixed-rate conforming and eligible jumbo one- to four-family residential real estate loans that we originate, generally on a servicing-retained basis, while retaining some non-eligible fixed-rate and adjustable-rate one- to four-family residential real estate loans in order to manage the duration and time to repricing of our loan portfolio.
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All FHA, VA and USDA loans we originate are sold on a servicing-released, non-recourse basis in accordance with FHA, VA and USDA guidelines. For the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, we sold $19.7 million and $28.1 million of one- to four-family residential real estate loans, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2023, we originated and sold $65,000 of FHA, VA and USDA loans, compared to no FHA, VA or USDA loans originated or sold during the year ended December 31, 2022.
We recognize, at the time of sale, the cash gain or loss on the sale of the loans based on the difference between the net cash proceeds received and the carrying value of the loans sold. Subject to market and economic conditions, management intends to continue this sales activity in future periods to generate gain on sale income.

From time to time, we may purchase loan participations secured by properties within and outside of our primary lending market area in which we are not the lead lender. In these circumstances, we follow our customary loan underwriting and approval policies. At December 31, 2023, we had 45 loans totaling $93.4 million, consisting of $39.2 million of multifamily and commercial real estate loans, $46.8 million of construction and development loans, and $7.4 million of other loans in which we were not the lead lender (of which $22.0 million are for loans secured by collateral located outside of our primary market area). All of these participation loans were performing in accordance with their original repayment terms at December 31, 2023. We also have sold portions of loans we originate that exceeded our loans-to-one borrower legal lending limit or for risk diversification. Historically, we have not purchased whole loans. Pursuant to our growth strategy, however, we may purchase whole loans in the future.
Delinquencies and Non-Performing Assets
Loans and leases are reviewed on a regular basis. Past due status is based on contractual terms of the loan. For all loan classes, the entire balance of the loan is considered past due if the minimum payment contractually required to be paid is not received by the contractual due date. Nonperforming loans and leases consist of loans and leases delinquent past 90 days and still accruing, and all loans and leases that are placed on nonaccrual. Nonaccrual loans and leases are loans and leases for which collectability is questionable and, therefore, interest on such loans will no longer be recognized on an accrual basis.
We generally cease accruing interest on our loans and leases when contractual payments of principal or interest have become 90 days past due or management has serious doubts about further collectability of principal or interest, even though the loan or lease is currently performing. A loan or lease may remain on accrual status if it is in the process of collection and is either guaranteed or well secured. When a loan or lease is placed on nonaccrual status, unpaid interest credited to income is reversed. Interest received on nonaccrual loans and leases generally is applied against principal or interest and is recognized on a cash basis. Generally, loans and leases are restored to accrual status when the obligation is brought current, has performed in accordance with the contractual terms for a reasonable period of time and the ultimate collectability of the total contractual principal and interest is no longer in doubt.
Nonperforming loans and leases totaled $8.0 million, or 0.72% of total loans and leases at December 31, 2023 and $9.2 million, or 0.94% of total loans and leases at December 31, 2022. The decrease in nonperforming loans was primarily attributable to a $1.0 million decrease in commercial and industrial loans, primarily due to two loans to the same borrower totaling $550,000 and secured by real estate, which were transferred to real estate owned and subsequently sold during 2023. At December 31, 2023, our largest nonperforming loan was a $4.9 million nonaccrual commercial construction and development loan that is subject to litigation between the developer and other parties.
When we acquire real estate as a result of foreclosure, the real estate is classified as foreclosed assets or Other Real Estate Owned. Foreclosed assets are recorded at the lower of carrying amount or fair value, less estimated costs to sell. Soon after acquisition, we order a new appraisal, or evaluation when acceptable, to determine the current market value of the property. Any excess of the recorded value of the loan over the market value of the property is charged against the allowance for credit losses, or, if the existing allowance is inadequate, charged to expense, in either case during the applicable period of such determination. After acquisition, all costs incurred in maintaining the property are expensed.
Foreclosed assets consist of property acquired through formal foreclosure, in-substance foreclosure or by deed in lieu of foreclosure, and are recorded at the lower of recorded investment or fair value less estimated costs to sell. Write-downs from recorded investment to fair value, which are required at the time of foreclosure, are charged to the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases. After transfer, adjustments to the carrying value of the properties that result from subsequent declines in value are charged to operations in the period in which the declines occur. We had $136,000 in foreclosed assets at December 31, 2023.
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The table below sets forth the amounts and categories of our non-performing assets at the dates indicated.
At December 31,
2023 2022
(Dollars in thousands)
Nonaccrual loans and leases:
Residential mortgage(1)
$ 101  $ 113 
Construction and development 4,900  4,900 
Commercial and industrial 1,241  961 
Leases 82  29 
Total non-accruing loans and leases
6,324  6,003 
Accruing loans and leases delinquent more than 90 days:
Residential mortgage(1)
1,278  1,825 
Home equity lines of credit 25  30 
Consumer 76  33 
Commercial and industrial —  1,285 
Leases 296  — 
Total accruing loans and leases delinquent more than 90 days 1,675  3,173 
Total non-performing loans and leases 7,999  9,176 
Foreclosed assets:
Residential mortgage(1)
136  57 
Total foreclosed assets 136  57 
Total non-performing assets $ 8,135  $ 9,233 
Total non-performing loans to total loans 0.72  % 0.94  %
Total non-performing assets to total assets 0.56  % 0.69  %
Total non-performing assets and modified loans (accruing) to total assets 0.56  % 0.69  %
(1)Includes loans secured by first and second mortgages on residential properties.

Classified Assets. Our regulators require that we classify loans and other assets, such as debt and equity securities considered to be of lesser quality, as “substandard,” “doubtful” or “loss.” An asset is considered “substandard” if it is inadequately protected by the current net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged, if any. “Substandard” assets include those characterized by the “distinct possibility” that the insured institution will sustain “some loss” if the deficiencies are not corrected. Assets classified as “doubtful” have all of the weaknesses inherent in those classified “substandard,” with the added characteristic that the weaknesses present make “collection or liquidation in full,” on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions, and values, “highly questionable and improbable.” Assets classified as “loss” are those considered “uncollectible” and of such little value that their continuance as assets without the establishment of a specific loss reserve is not warranted.
When an insured institution classifies problem assets as either substandard or doubtful, it may establish general allowances for credit losses in an amount deemed prudent by management and approved by the board of directors. General allowances represent loss allowances that have been established to recognize the inherent risk associated with lending activities, but which, unlike specific allowances, have not been allocated to particular problem assets. When an insured institution classifies problem assets as “loss,” it is required either to establish a specific allowance for losses equal to 100% of that portion of the asset so classified or to charge off such amount. Our determination as to the classification of our assets and the amount of our valuation allowances is subject to review by our regulators, which may order the establishment of additional general or specific loss allowances.
In accordance with our loan policy, we regularly review the problem loans in our portfolio to determine whether any loans require classification in accordance with applicable regulations. Loans are listed on the “watch list” initially because of emerging financial weaknesses even though the loan is currently performing as agreed, or if the loan possesses weaknesses although currently performing. If a loan deteriorates in asset quality, the classification is changed to “special mention,”
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“substandard,” “doubtful” or “loss” depending on the circumstances and the evaluation. Generally, loans 90 days or more past due are placed on nonaccrual status and classified “substandard.” Management reviews the status of each loan on our watch list on a quarterly basis.
On the basis of this review of our assets, our classified assets at the dates indicated were as follows:
At December 31,
2023 2022
(In thousands)
Special mention $ 4,850  $ 4,034 
Substandard 11,263  12,710 
Doubtful 81  29 
Loss —  — 
Total classified assets $ 16,194  $ 16,773 
Allowance for Credit Losses
The allowance for credit losses is maintained at a level which, in management’s judgment, is adequate to absorb probable credit losses inherent in the loan and lease portfolio. This requires significant judgement to estimate credit losses on a collective pool basis where similar risk characteristics exist, as well as for loans evaluated individually. The amount of the allowance is based on management’s evaluation of the collectability of the loan and lease portfolio, including the nature of the portfolio, credit concentrations, historical loss experience, and current conditions and reasonable supportable forecasts for the Company's outstanding loan and lease balances. Allowances are made on individually analyzed loans generally determined based on collateral values or the present value of estimated cash flows. Because of uncertainties associated with regional economic conditions, collateral values, and future cash flows on individually analyzed loans, it is reasonably possible that management’s estimate of probable credit losses inherent in the loan and lease portfolio and the related allowance may change materially in the near-term. The allowance is increased by a provision for credit losses, which is charged to expense and reduced by full and partial charge-offs, net of recoveries. Management’s periodic evaluation of the adequacy of the allowance is based on various factors, including, but not limited to, management’s ongoing review and grading of loans and leases, facts and issues related to specific loans and leases, historical loan and lease loss and delinquency experience, trends in past due and non-accrual loans and leases, existing risk characteristics of specific loans or loan pools, the fair value of underlying collateral, current economic conditions and other qualitative and quantitative factors which could affect potential credit losses.
As an integral part of their examination process, the IDFI and the FDIC will periodically review our allowance for credit losses, and as a result of such reviews, we may have to adjust our allowance for credit losses. However, regulatory agencies are not directly involved in the process for establishing the allowance for credit losses as the process is our responsibility and any increase or decrease in the allowance is the responsibility of management.
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Allowance for Credit Losses. The following table sets forth an analysis of our allowance for credit losses at the dates and for the periods indicated. Average balances of residential loans include loans held for sale.
At and For the
Years Ended December 31,
2023 2022
(Dollars in thousands)
Allowance for credit losses on loans and leases to total loans outstanding 1.42  % 1.27  %
Allowance for credit losses on loans and leases $ 15,663  $ 12,413 
Total loans outstanding $ 1,106,512  $ 975,000 
Nonaccrual loans to total loans outstanding 0.57  % 0.62  %
Nonaccrual loans $ 6,324  $ 6,003 
Total loans outstanding $ 1,106,512  $ 975,000 
Allowance for credit losses on loans and leases to nonaccrual loans 247.68  % 206.78  %
Allowance for credit losses on loans and leases $ 15,663  $ 12,413 
Nonaccrual loans $ 6,324  $ 6,003 
Net charge-offs/(recoveries) during the period to average loans outstanding:
Commercial mortgage —  % (0.02) %
Net recoveries during the period $ (13) $ (53)
Average amount outstanding $ 347,827  $ 285,404 
Commercial and industrial (0.02) % (0.13) %
Net recoveries during the period $ (20) $ (130)
Average amount outstanding $ 103,273  $ 98,630 
Construction and development —  % —  %
Net charge-offs/(recoveries) during the period $ —  $ — 
Average amount outstanding $ 113,248  $ 112,058 
Multi-family —  % —  %
Net charge-offs/(recoveries) during the period $ —  $ — 
Average amount outstanding $ 138,032  $ 106,813 
Residential mortgage (0.02) % (0.01) %
Net recoveries during the period $ (37) $ (13)
Average amount outstanding $ 161,020  $ 138,147 
Home equity —  % (0.11) %
Net recoveries during the period $ —  $ (10)
Average amount outstanding $ 10,614  $ 9,212 
Leases 0.40  % 0.29  %
Net charge-offs during the period $ 588  $ 371 
Average amount outstanding $ 147,855  $ 129,252 
Consumer 0.71  % 0.71  %
Net charge-offs during the period $ 160  $ 130 
Average amount outstanding $ 22,602  $ 18,402 
Total loans 0.06  % 0.03  %
Net charge-offs/(recoveries) during the period $ 678  $ 295 
Average amount outstanding $ 1,044,471  $ 897,918 
At January 1, 2023, the Bank adopted the accounting standard referred to as CECL. As a result of the change in methodology from the incurred loss method to the CECL method, on January 1, 2023 the Company recorded a one-time adjustment from equity into the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases in the amount of $2.0 million, net of tax. This adjustment increased the allowance from $12.4 million at December 31, 2022 to $15.1 million at January 1, 2023. At December 31, 2023, the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases totaled $15.7 million, an increase of $586,000 from January 1, 2023.
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This increase was driven by a $131.5 million increase in our loan and lease portfolio. The growth in the balance of loans and leases primarily occurred in the commercial mortgage and direct financing leases categories, which is in line with management's strategy to expand these portfolios. See “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations-Financial Condition at December 31, 2023 Compared to December 31, 2022” contained in Part II, Item 7 of this Form 10-K for additional information regarding changes in our loans, leases, and related allowances.
Allocation of Allowance for Credit Losses. The following table sets forth the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases allocated by category, the total balances by category, and the percentage of loans and leases in each category to total loans and leases at the dates indicated. The allowance for credit losses allocated to each category is not necessarily indicative of future losses in any particular category and does not restrict the use of the allowance to absorb losses in other categories. At the dates indicated, we had no unallocated allowance for credit losses.
At December 31,
2023 2022
Amount Percent of
loans and
leases in
each
category to
total loans
Amount Percent of
loans and
leases in
each
category to
total loans
(Dollars in thousands)
Allocated at end of period to:
Real estate loans:
Residential mortgage $ 1,681  10.7  % $ 76  15.0  %
Home equity lines of credit 102  0.7  23  1.1 
Multi-family 1,789  11.4  1,955  12.8 
Commercial mortgage 4,655  29.7  4,776  30.5 
Construction and development 3,883  24.8  2,855  14.4 
Total real estate loans 12,110  77.3  9,685  73.8 
Consumer loans 317  2.0  241  2.2 
Commercial business loans and leases:
Commercial and industrial 1,281  8.2  1,291  10.3 
Leases 1,955  12.5  1,196  13.7 
Total commercial business loans and leases 3,236  20.7  2,487  24.0 
Total loans and leases $ 15,663  100.0  % $ 12,413  100.0  %
Although we believe that we use the best information available to establish the allowance for credit losses, future adjustments to the allowance may be necessary and results of operations could be adversely affected if circumstances differ substantially from the assumptions used in making the determinations. Because future events affecting borrowers and collateral cannot be predicted with certainty, the existing allowance for credit losses may not be adequate and management may determine that increases in the allowance are necessary if the quality of any portion of our loan or lease portfolio deteriorates as a result. Any material increase in the allowance for credit losses may adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations.
For additional information regarding our allowance for credit losses, see "Note 5: Loans, Leases and Allowance" of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Item 8 of this Form 10-K.


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Investment Activities
General. First Bank Richmond has the legal authority to invest in various types of liquid assets, including U.S. Treasury obligations, securities of various government-sponsored enterprises and municipal governments, deposits at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, certificates of deposit of federally insured institutions, investment grade corporate bonds and investment grade marketable equity securities. We also are required to maintain an investment in Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis stock.
The objectives of our investment policy are to provide and maintain liquidity to meet deposit withdrawal and loan funding needs, to help mitigate interest rate and market risk, to diversify our assets, and to maximize the rate of return on invested funds within the context of our interest rate and credit risk objectives. Various factors are considered when making decisions regarding our investment portfolio, including the marketability, maturity and tax consequences of the proposed investment. The maturity structure of investments will be affected by various market conditions, including the current and anticipated slope of the yield curve, the level of interest rates, the trend of new deposit inflows, and the anticipated demand for funds via deposit withdrawals and loan originations and purchases. Our investment securities are usually classified as available-for-sale; however, the purchasing officer has the option, at the time of purchase, to designate individual securities as held-to-maturity, available-for-sale, or trading.  

In April 2020, First Bank Richmond created a wholly-owned subsidiary, FB Richmond Holdings, Inc. (“FB Richmond Holdings”) to hold a majority of its investment portfolio and take advantage of certain tax benefits. FB Richmond Holdings, a Nevada corporation, holds, services, manages and invests that portion of First Bank Richmond’s investment portfolio as may be transferred from time to time by First Bank Richmond to FB Richmond Holdings. FB Richmond Holdings’ investment policy, for the most part, mirrors that of First Bank Richmond’s investment policy. FB Richmond Holdings has hired a third-party investment advisor to manage its securities portfolio, subject to the oversight of its Board of Directors. The President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer of the Company serve on the board of directors of FB Richmond Holdings. At December 31, 2023, we had, on a consolidated basis, $282.7 million of securities, at fair value, classified as available-for-sale, $4.9 million of securities, at cost, classified as held-to-maturity, and no securities classified as trading. At that date, FB Richmond Holding managed $287.1 million of our total investment portfolio.
We may from time to time invest in “special situation” investments in order to earn profits or to hedge against interest rate risk. These investments may include interest rate swaps and/or interest rate caps. These investments are handled on a case-by-case basis requiring the advice and counsel of the Asset/Liability Committee. The President and/or Chief Financial Officer can act on his own authority for investments under $400,000. However, once this authority is utilized, it must be reauthorized at the next Asset/Liability Committee meeting. While we have the authority under applicable law to invest in derivative securities, we had no investments in derivative securities at December 31, 2023.
We held common stock of the FHLB of Indianapolis in connection with our borrowing activities totaling $12.6 million at December 31, 2023.  For the year ended December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond received a total of $851,000 in dividends from the FHLB. Our required investment in the stock of the FHLB is based on a predetermined formula, carried at cost and evaluated for impairment. We may be required to purchase additional FHLB stock if we increase borrowings in the future.
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Portfolio Maturities and Yields. The following table sets forth the weighted average yields of investment securities at various ranges of maturities, excluding Federal Reserve Bank and FHLB stock, at December 31, 2023.  Weighted average yields on tax-exempt securities are presented on a tax-equivalent basis using a federal tax rate of approximately 21.0%. Certain mortgage-backed securities have adjustable interest rates and will reprice annually within the various maturity ranges. These repricing schedules are not reflected in the table below. Weighted average yield calculations on investment securities available for sale do not give effect to changes in fair value that are reflected as a component of equity.
At December 31, 2023
Weighted-Average Yield
Due in 1 Year or Less Due After 1 Through 5 Years Due After 5 Through 10 Years Due After 10 Years
Securities available for sale:
U.S. government, SBA pools and federal agency 4.02  % 1.68  % 5.23  % 1.89  %
State and municipal obligations 2.05  2.46  2.19  2.31 
Government sponsored mortgage-backed securities —  1.18  1.81  1.83 
Corporate obligations —  —  3.97  4.09 
Total securities available for sale 3.26  1.93  2.50  2.09 
Securities held to maturity:
State and municipal obligations 3.08  3.26  5.13  5.09 
Total securities held to maturity 3.08  3.26  5.13  5.09 
Total investment securities 3.23  % 2.03  % 2.55  % 2.10  %
For additional information regarding our investment securities, see "Note 4: Investment Securities" of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Item 8 of this Form 10-K.
Sources of Funds
General. Deposits have traditionally been our primary source of funds for use in lending and investment activities. We also use borrowings, primarily FHLB advances, to supplement cash flow needs, lengthen the maturities of liabilities for interest rate risk purposes and to manage the cost of funds. In addition, we receive funds from scheduled loan payments, loan and mortgage-backed securities prepayments, maturities and calls of available-for-sale securities, retained earnings and income on earning assets. While scheduled loan payments and income on earning assets are relatively stable sources of funds, deposit inflows and outflows can vary widely and are influenced by prevailing interest rates, market conditions and levels of competition.
Deposits. We offer deposit accounts to consumers and businesses having a wide range of interest rates and terms. Our deposits consist of savings deposit accounts, money market accounts, NOW and demand accounts and certificates of deposit. We solicit deposits in our market areas as well as online through our website. We also participate in reciprocal deposit services for our customers through the Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service (“CDARS”) and Insured Cash Sweep (“ICS”) networks.  We primarily rely on competitive pricing policies, marketing and customer service to attract and retain these deposits. We also accept brokered deposits from deposit brokers.  At December 31, 2023, our brokered deposits totaled $268.8 million, or 25.8% of total deposits, with an average interest rate of 3.73% and a 10-month weighted-average maturity, compared to $257.9 million, or 25.7% of total deposits, with an average interest rate of 1.78% and a 12-month weighted-average maturity at December 31, 2022.  Our reliance on brokered deposits may increase our overall cost of funds.

At December 31, 2023, our core deposits, which are deposits other than certificates of deposit of $250,000 or more and brokered deposits, totaled $715.3 million, representing 68.7% of total deposits, compared to $702.9 million, representing 69.9% of total deposits, at December 31, 2022.
Our largest banking office based on deposits is our main office in Richmond, Indiana, which had total deposits of $535.5 million or 51.4% of our total deposits at December 31, 2023. Approximately 73.9% ($769.5 million) of our total deposits were held in our Wayne County, Indiana offices as of December 31, 2023, with 88.3% ($679.5 million) of those deposits held in our five Richmond, Indiana offices.
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Overall, $816.0 million or 78.4% of our total deposits were held in Indiana branches and $225.1 million or 21.6% were held in Ohio branches as of December 31, 2023.
The Federal Reserve Board generally requires all depository institutions to maintain noninterest-bearing reserves at specified levels against their transaction accounts, primarily checking, NOW and Super NOW checking accounts. In March 2020, the Federal Reserve reduced requirements to zero percent to support lending to households and businesses. Currently, the Federal Reserve has stated it has no plans to re-impose reserve requirements. However, the Federal Reserve may adjust reserve requirement ratios in the future if conditions warrant.
The following table sets forth our total deposit activities for the periods indicated.
Years Ended December 31,
2023 2022
(Dollars in thousands)
Beginning balance $ 1,005,261  $ 900,175 
Net deposits 13,069  97,958 
Interest credited 22,810  7,128 
Ending balance $ 1,041,140  $ 1,005,261 
Net increase $ 35,879  $ 105,086 
Percent increase 3.6  % 11.7  %
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The following table sets forth the distribution of total deposit accounts, by account type, for the periods indicated.
At December 31,
2023 2022
Amount Percent
of Total
Amount Percent
of Total
(Dollars in thousands)
Transaction and Savings Deposits:
Demand deposits:
Non-interest bearing $ 114,377  11.0  % $ 106,415  10.6  %
Interest bearing 151,809  14.6  157,429  15.7 
Savings 117,659  11.3  129,640  12.9 
Money market 139,152  13.4  151,026  15.0 
Total non-certificates 522,997  50.2  544,510  54.2 
Certificates:
0.00 – 1.00% 78,405  7.5  193,985  19.3 
1.01 – 2.00% 13,609  1.3  43,943  4.4 
2.01 – 3.00% 26,637  2.6  64,837  6.4 
3.01 – 4.00% 41,011  3.9  43,682  4.3 
4.01 – 5.00% 210,453  20.2  114,304  11.4 
Over 5.00% 148,028  14.2  —  — 
Total certificates 518,143  49.8  460,751  45.8 
Total deposits $ 1,041,140  100.0  % $ 1,005,261  100.0  %

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The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, the average amount of and the average rate paid on deposit categories that are in excess of 10 percent of average total deposits.

At December 31,
2023 2022
Average Balance Outstanding Weighted Average Rate Average Balance Outstanding Weighted Average Rate
(Dollars in thousands)
Demand deposits:
Non-interest bearing $ 107,192  —  % $ 111,990  —  %
Interest bearing 147,964  0.8  165,213  0.3 
Savings 119,669  0.5  124,806  0.3 
Money market 154,828  2.3  159,919  2.0 
Certificate accounts 509,316  3.9  384,038  2.2 
Total deposits $ 1,038,969  2.4  % $ 945,966  1.4  %

The following table indicates the time deposit accounts classified by rate and maturity at December 31, 2023.
0.00-
1.00%
1.01-
2.00%
2.01-
3.00%
3.01-
4.00%
4.01- 5.00% Over 5.00% Total Percent
of
Total
(Dollars in thousands)
Certificate accounts maturing in quarter ending:
March 31, 2024 $ 4,665  $ 3,560  $ 5,614  $ 20,213  $ 37,816  $ 25,990  $ 97,858  18.89  %
June 30, 2024 10,726  1,756  6,368  1,115  52,390  26,552  98,907  19.09 
September 30, 2024 14,527  1,379  3,177  6,618  29,085  34,357  89,143  17.20 
December 31, 2024 17,188  1,219  4,831  2,631  35,096  2,718  63,683  12.29 
March 31, 2025 5,252  1,087  3,592  25  18,569  14,270  42,795  8.26 
June 30, 2025 1,942  316  886  335  6,693  18,734  28,906  5.58 
September 30, 2025 5,287  1,047  536  277  3,043  15,145  25,335  4.89 
December 31, 2025 14,000  868  823  304  17,993  —  33,988  6.56 
March 31, 2026 25  643  84  372  8,965  4,259  14,348  2.77 
June 30, 2026 57  499  47  320  —  3,003  3,926  0.76 
September 30, 2026 3,413  624  297  201  —  3,000  7,535  1.45 
December 31, 2026 596  —  93  69  —  —  758  0.15 
Thereafter 727  611  289  8,531  803  —  10,961  2.12 
Total $ 78,405  $ 13,609  $ 26,637  $ 41,011  $ 210,453  $ 148,028  $ 518,143  100.00  %
Percent of total 15.13  % 2.63  % 5.14  % 7.91  % 40.62  % 28.57  % 100.00  %

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As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, approximately $216.0 million and $219.7 million, respectively, of our deposit portfolio was uninsured. The uninsured amounts are estimated based on the methodologies and assumptions used for First Bank Richmond's regulatory reporting requirements. The following table sets forth the portion of our time deposits that are in excess of the FDIC insurance limit, by remaining time until maturity, as of December 31, 2023 (dollars in thousands).
3 months or less $ 12,849 
Over 3 through 6 months 10,650 
Over 6 through 12 months 21,598 
Over 12 months 11,863 
$ 56,960 
For additional information regarding our deposits, see "Note 9: Deposits" of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Item 8 of this Form 10-K.
Borrowed Funds. We utilize borrowings as a source of funds, especially when they are less costly than deposits and can be invested at a positive interest rate spread, when we desire additional capacity to fund loan demand or when they meet our asset/liability management goals. Our borrowings historically have consisted of advances from the FHLB of Indianapolis. We may obtain advances from the FHLB of Indianapolis upon the security of the capital stock we own in the FHLB and certain of our mortgage loans and investment securities. Such advances may be made pursuant to several different credit programs, each of which has its own interest rate and range of maturities. To the extent such borrowings have different terms to repricing than our deposits, they can change our interest rate risk profile. At December 31, 2023, we had $271.0 million in FHLB advances outstanding.  Based on current collateral levels, at December 31, 2023 we could borrow an additional $76.4 million from the FHLB of Indianapolis at prevailing interest rates.
We also have an available line of credit with the FHLB of Indianapolis totaling $10.0 million.
The following table presents the maturity of term borrowings, which consist entirely of FHLB advances, along with associated weighted average rates as of December 31, 2023.
Maturity by Fiscal Year FHLB Advances Weighted Average Rate
2024 $ 109,000  4.33  %
2025 63,000  4.38  %
2026 28,000  2.46  %
2027 —  —  %
2028 31,000  3.75  %
Thereafter 40,000  1.52  %
$ 271,000  3.67  %
Trust and Financial Services
We provide a variety of fee-based financial services, including trust and estate administration, investment management services, retirement plan administration and private banking services, in our market areas. Trust services are provided to both individual and corporate customers, including personal trust and agency accounts, and employee benefit plans. We also manage private investment accounts for individuals and institutions. Total wealth management assets under management and administration were $170.4 million at December 31, 2023. These activities provide an additional source of fee income to First Bank Richmond and in 2023 constituted 17.2% of our total non-interest income.
Subsidiary and Other Activities
At December 31, 2023, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation had two subsidiaries, First Bank Richmond and First Insurance Management, Inc. First Bank Richmond is our wholly owned banking subsidiary. First Insurance Management, Inc. was formed in 2022 as a pooled captive insurance company subsidiary of the Company, incorporated in the State of Nevada, for the purpose of providing additional insurance coverage for the Company and its subsidiaries related to the operations of the Company for which insurance may not be economically feasible.
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As of December 31, 2023, First Insurance Management provided us with various liability and property damage policies for the Company and its related subsidiaries. First Insurance Management is regulated by the State of Nevada Division of Insurance.
At December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond had an active investment subsidiary, FB Richmond Holdings, which is a Nevada corporation that holds substantially all of First Bank Richmond's investment portfolio. As of December 31, 2023, the market value of securities managed was $287.1 million. FB Richmond Holdings has one active subsidiary, FB Richmond Properties, Inc., which is a Delaware corporation holding approximately $106.1 million in loans.
Competition
We face significant competition within our market both in making loans and leases and attracting deposits. Our market area has a high concentration of financial institutions, including large money center and regional banks, community banks and credit unions. Our competition for loans and deposits comes principally from commercial banks, savings institutions, mortgage banking firms, equipment financing companies, consumer finance companies and credit unions. We face additional competition for deposits from short-term money market funds, brokerage firms, mutual funds and insurance companies. We also compete with financial technology, or fintech companies. Recent technological advances and other changes have allowed parties to affect financial transactions that previously required the involvement of banks. For example, consumers can maintain funds in brokerage accounts or mutual funds that would have historically been held as bank deposits. Consumers can also complete transactions such as paying bills and transferring funds directly without the assistance of banks.

Based on the most recent data provided by the FDIC, there are approximately 11 and 18 other commercial banks and savings banks operating in our Indiana and Ohio market areas, respectively. Additionally, there are approximately 14 and seven credit unions operating in these same respective market areas. As of June 30, 2023 (the most recent branch deposit data provided by the FDIC), First Bank Richmond’s share of bank deposits in Wayne and Shelby Counties, in Indiana, was approximately 25.3% and 2.1%, respectively, and in Shelby and Miami Counties, in Ohio, was approximately 9.8% and 3.8%, respectively. We do not accept deposits at our loan production office located in Columbus, Ohio.
How We Are Regulated
General.  First Bank Richmond is an Indiana-chartered commercial bank. Its deposits are insured up to applicable limits by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. First Bank Richmond is subject to extensive regulation by the IDFI, as its chartering agency, and by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as its deposit insurer and primary federal regulator. First Bank Richmond is required to file reports with, and is periodically examined by, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the IDFI concerning its activities and financial condition and must obtain regulatory approvals before completing certain transactions, including, but not limited to, mergers with or acquisitions of other financial institutions. In addition, First Bank Richmond is a member of and owns stock in the FHLB of Indianapolis, which is one of the 11 regional banks in the Federal Home Loan Bank System.
As a bank holding company, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is subject to examination and supervision by the Federal Reserve Board. Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is also subject to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission under the federal securities laws.
Set forth below is a description of certain laws and regulations that are applicable to First Bank Richmond and Richmond Mutual Bancorporation. This description of statutes and regulations is not intended to be a complete description of such statutes and regulations and their effects on First Bank Richmond and Richmond Mutual Bancorporation. Any change in these laws or regulations, whether by Congress or the applicable regulatory agencies, could have a material adverse impact on Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, First Bank Richmond and their operations.
Indiana Banking Regulation. First Bank Richmond, as an Indiana commercial bank, is regulated and supervised by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions, or the IDFI. The IDFI is required to regularly examine each state-chartered bank. The approval of the IDFI is required to establish or close branches, to merge with another bank, to issue stock and to undertake many other activities. Any Indiana bank that does not operate according to the regulations, policies and directives of the IDFI may be sanctioned.
The powers that Indiana-chartered banks can exercise under these laws include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lending Activities. An Indiana-chartered commercial bank may make a wide variety of mortgage loans including fixed-rate loans, adjustable-rate loans, variable-rate loans, participation loans, graduated payment loans, construction and development loans, condominium and co-operative loans, second mortgage loans and other types of loans that may be made according to applicable regulations.
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Commercial loans may be made to corporations and other commercial enterprises with or without security. Consumer and personal loans may also be made with or without security.
Investment Activities. In general, First Bank Richmond may invest in certain types of debt securities, certain types of corporate equity securities, and certain other assets. However, these investment authorities are constrained by federal law. See “- Federal Banking Regulation — Investment Activities” for such federal restrictions.
Loans to One Borrower Limitations. Under Indiana law, First Bank Richmond’s total loans or extensions of credit to a single borrower or group of related borrowers cannot exceed, with specified exceptions, 15% of its capital stock, surplus fund and undivided profits. First Bank Richmond may lend additional amounts up to 10% if the loans or extensions of credit are fully secured by readily-marketable collateral. At December 31, 2022, First Bank Richmond complied with these loans-to-one-borrower limitations. At December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond’s largest aggregate amount of loans to one borrower was $19.0 million.
Dividends. Under Indiana law, First Bank Richmond is permitted to declare and pay dividends out of its undivided profits. The prior approval of the IDFI is required if the total of all dividends declared in a calendar year would exceed the total of its net income for that year combined with its retained net income for the preceding two years. See “- Federal Banking Regulation — Capital Requirements” and “- Holding Company Regulation” for restrictions on dividends under federal law.
Assessments. As an Indiana state-chartered commercial bank, First Bank Richmond is required to pay to the IDFI a general assessment fee in connection with the regulation and supervision of First Bank Richmond. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as discussed below, charges all insured depository institutions deposit insurance assessments.
Regulatory Enforcement Authority. Any Indiana bank that does not operate according to the regulations, policies and directives of the IDFI may be subject to sanctions for non-compliance, including seizure of the property and business of the bank and suspension or revocation of its charter. The IDFI may, under certain circumstances, suspend or remove officers or directors who have violated the law, conducted the bank’s business in a manner which is unsafe, unsound or contrary to the depositors' interests or been negligent in the performance of their duties. In addition, upon finding that a bank has engaged in an unfair or deceptive act or practice, the IDFI may issue an order to cease and desist and impose a fine on the bank. Indiana consumer protection and civil rights statutes applicable to First Bank Richmond permit private individual and class action lawsuits and provide for the rescission of consumer transactions, including loans, and the recovery of statutory and punitive damages and attorney’s fees in the case of certain violations of those statutes.
Federal Banking Regulation
Capital Requirements. Federal regulations require FDIC-insured depository institutions, including state-chartered banks, to meet several minimum capital standards: a common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-based assets ratio, a Tier 1 capital to risk-based assets ratio, a total capital to risk-based assets and a Tier 1 capital to total assets leverage ratio.
The capital standards require the maintenance of common equity Tier 1 capital, Tier 1 capital and total capital to risk-weighted assets of at least 4.5%, 6% and 8%, respectively. The regulations also establish a minimum required leverage ratio of at least 4% of Tier 1 capital. In addition to establishing the minimum regulatory capital requirements, the regulations limit capital distributions and certain discretionary bonus payments to management if the institution does not hold a “capital conservation buffer” consisting of common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets more than 2.5% above the amount necessary to meet its minimum risk-based capital requirements.
At December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond’s capital exceeded all applicable requirements. See “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations-Capital Resources” contained in Part II, Item 7 and “Note 17: Regulatory Capital” in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Part II, Item 8 of this Form 10-K.
The Financial Accounting Standards Board has adopted a new accounting standard for US GAAP that was effective for us beginning in 2023. This standard, referred to as Current Expected Credit Loss, or CECL, requires FDIC-insured institutions and their holding companies (banking organizations) to recognize credit losses expected over the life of certain financial assets. CECL covers a broader range of assets than the former method of recognizing credit losses and generally results in earlier recognition of credit losses. Upon adoption of CECL, a banking organization must record a one-time adjustment to its credit loss allowances as of the beginning of the fiscal year of adoption equal to the difference, if any, between the amount of credit loss allowances under the former methodology and the amount required under CECL.
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For a banking organization, implementation of CECL generally reduces retained earnings and affects other items in a manner that decreases regulatory capital. The federal banking regulators, including the Federal Reserve Board and the FDIC, have adopted a rule that gives a banking organization the option to phase in over a three-year period the day-one adverse effects of CECL on its regulatory capital. Management did not elect the option to phase in the day-one adverse effects of CECL over a three-year period, and instead, elected to record the full effects of the adoption of CECL in 2023.
The Bank adopted CECL as required on January 1, 2023. For additional information, see "Allowance for Credit Losses" under "Note 1: Nature of Operations and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies" in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Part II, Item 8 of this Form 10-K.
Under the federal prompt corrective action rules, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is required to take supervisory actions against undercapitalized institutions under its jurisdiction, the severity of which depends upon the institution's level of capital. An institution that has a total risk-based capital ratio of 10% or more, a Tier 1 risk-based ratio of 8.0% or more, a common equity Tier 1 ratio of 6.5% or more and a leverage ratio of 5.0% or more is considered "well capitalized," provided that it is not subject to an agreement, order or directive issued by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation requiring it to meet and maintain a specific capital level. Institutions that are not well capitalized are subject to certain restrictions on brokered deposits and interest rates on deposits. At December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond met the criteria to be considered "well capitalized."
Standards for Safety and Soundness. Federal law requires each federal banking agency to prescribe certain standards for all insured depository institutions. These standards relate to, among other things, internal controls, information systems and audit systems, loan documentation, credit underwriting, interest rate risk exposure, asset growth, compensation and other operational and managerial standards as the agency deems appropriate. Interagency guidelines set forth the safety and soundness standards that the federal banking agencies use to identify and address problems at insured depository institutions before capital becomes impaired. If the appropriate federal banking agency determines that an institution fails to meet any standard prescribed by the guidelines, the agency may require the institution to submit to the agency an acceptable plan to achieve compliance with the standard. Failure to implement such a plan can result in further enforcement action, including the issuance of a cease-and-desist order or the imposition of civil money penalties.
Commercial Real Estate Lending Concentrations. The federal banking agencies have issued guidance on sound risk management practices for concentrations in commercial real estate lending. The particular focus is on exposure to commercial real estate loans that are dependent on the cash flow from the real estate held as collateral and that are likely to be sensitive to conditions in the commercial real estate market (as opposed to real estate collateral held as a secondary source of repayment or as an abundance of caution). The purpose of the guidance is not to limit a bank’s commercial real estate lending but to guide banks in developing risk management practices and capital levels commensurate with the level and nature of real estate concentrations. The guidance directs the FDIC and other bank regulatory agencies to focus their supervisory resources on institutions that may have significant commercial real estate loan concentration risk. A bank that has experienced rapid growth in commercial real estate lending, has notable exposure to a specific type of commercial real estate loan, or is approaching or exceeding the following supervisory criteria may be identified for further supervisory analysis with respect to real estate concentration risk:

a.Total reported loans for construction, land development and other land represent 100% or more of the bank’s total regulatory capital; or

b.Total commercial real estate loans (as defined in the guidance) represent 300% or more of the bank’s total regulatory capital and the outstanding balance of the bank’s commercial real estate loan portfolio has increased 50% or more during the prior 36 months.
The guidance provides that the strength of an institution’s lending and risk management practices with respect to such concentrations will be taken into account in supervisory guidance on evaluation of capital adequacy. As of December 31, 2023, the Bank’s aggregate recorded loan balances for construction, land development and land loans were 90.4% of total regulatory capital. In addition, at December 31, 2023, the Bank’s loans secured by commercial real estate (as defined in the guidance) represented 298.0% of total regulatory capital.
Investment Activities. All state-chartered Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation-insured banks, including commercial banks, are generally limited in their investment activities to principal and equity investments of the type and in the amount authorized for national banks, notwithstanding state law, subject to certain exceptions.
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In addition, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is authorized to permit such a state bank to engage in state-authorized activities or investments not permissible for national banks (other than non-subsidiary equity investments) if it meets all applicable capital requirements and it is determined that such activities or investments do not pose a significant risk to the Deposit Insurance Fund.
Interstate Banking and Branching. Federal law permits well capitalized and well managed bank holding companies to acquire banks in any state, subject to Federal Reserve Board approval, certain concentration limits and other specified conditions. Interstate mergers of banks are also authorized, subject to regulatory approval and other specified conditions. In addition, banks may establish de novo branches on an interstate basis provided that the branch location is permissible under the law of the host state for banks chartered by that state.
Transaction with Affiliates and Regulation W of the Federal Reserve Regulations. Transactions between banks and their affiliates are governed by federal law. An affiliate of a bank is any company or entity that controls, is controlled by or is under common control with the bank. In a holding company context, the parent bank holding company and any companies which are controlled by such parent holding company are affiliates of the bank (although subsidiaries of the bank itself, except financial subsidiaries, are generally not considered affiliates). Generally, Section 23A of the Federal Reserve Act and the Federal Reserve Board’s Regulation W limit the extent to which the bank or its subsidiaries may engage in “covered transactions” with any one affiliate to an amount equal to 10.0% of such institution’s capital stock and surplus, and with all such transactions with all affiliates to an amount equal to 20.0% of such institution’s capital stock and surplus. Section 23B applies to “covered transactions” as well as to certain other transactions and requires that all such transactions be on terms substantially the same, or at least as favorable, to the institution or subsidiary as those provided to a non-affiliate. The term “covered transaction” includes the making of loans to, purchase of assets from, and issuance of a guarantee to an affiliate, and other similar transactions. Section 23B transactions also include the provision of services and the sale of assets by a bank to an affiliate. In addition, loans or other extensions of credit by the financial institution to the affiliate are required to be collateralized according to the requirements set forth in Section 23A of the Federal Reserve Act.
Sections 22(h) and (g) of the Federal Reserve Act place restrictions on loans to a bank’s insiders, i.e., executive officers, directors and principal shareholders. Section 22(h) of the Federal Reserve Act requires that loans to directors, executive officers and principal shareholders be made on terms substantially the same as offered in comparable transactions to other persons and also requires prior board approval for certain loans. In addition, the aggregate amount of extensions of credit by a financial institution to insiders cannot exceed the institution’s unimpaired capital and surplus. Section 22(g) of the Federal Reserve Act places additional restrictions on loans to executive officers.
Enforcement. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has extensive enforcement authority over insured state-chartered banks that are not members of the Federal Reserve System (referred to as non-member banks), including First Bank Richmond. The enforcement authority includes, among other things, the ability to assess civil money penalties, issue cease and desist orders and remove directors and officers. In general, these enforcement actions may be initiated in response to violations of laws and regulations, breaches of fiduciary duty and unsafe or unsound practices. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is required, with certain exceptions, to appoint a receiver or conservator for an insured state non-member bank if that bank was “critically undercapitalized” on average during the calendar quarter beginning 270 days after the date on which the institution became “critically undercapitalized.” It may also appoint itself as conservator or receiver for an insured state non-member bank under specified circumstances, including, among others: (1) insolvency; (2) substantial dissipation of assets or earnings through violations of law or unsafe or unsound practices; (3) existence of an unsafe or unsound condition to transact business; (4) insufficient capital; or (5) the incurrence of losses that will deplete substantially all of the institution’s capital with no reasonable prospect of replenishment without federal assistance.
Insurance of Deposit Accounts. First Bank Richmond is a member of the Deposit Insurance Fund, which is administered by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Deposit accounts in First Bank Richmond are insured up to a maximum of $250,000 for each separately insured depositor.
The FDIC assesses deposit insurance premiums on all FDIC-insured institutions quarterly based on annualized rates. Under these rules, assessment rates for an institution with total assets of less than $10 billion are determined by weighted average CAMELS composite ratings and certain financial ratios, and range from 5 to 32 basis points, subject to certain adjustments.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond paid $1.1 million in FDIC premiums. Assessment rates are applied to an institution's assessment base, which is its average consolidated total assets minus its average tangible equity during the assessment period.
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The FDIC has authority to increase insurance assessments, and in a banking industry emergency the FDIC may also impose a special assessment. Any significant increases in insurance assessment may have an adverse effect on the operating expenses and results of operations of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and First Bank Richmond. Management cannot predict what assessment rates will be in the future.
Insurance of deposits may be terminated by the FDIC upon a finding that an institution has engaged in unsafe or unsound practices, is in an unsafe or unsound condition to continue operations or has violated any applicable law, regulation, rule, order or condition imposed by the FDIC. We do not currently know of any practice, condition, or violation that may lead to termination of First Bank Richmond’s deposit insurance.
Community Reinvestment Act. Under the Community Reinvestment Act, or CRA, as implemented by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, a state non-member bank, such as First Bank Richmond, has a continuing and affirmative obligation, consistent with its safe and sound operation, to help meet the credit needs of its entire community, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. The CRA requires the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to provide a written evaluation of an institution’s CRA performance utilizing a four-tiered descriptive rating system. First Bank Richmond’s latest Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation CRA rating was “Satisfactory.”
On October 24, 2023, the federal banking agencies, including the FDIC, issued a final rule designed to strengthen and modernize regulations implementing the CRA. The changes are designed to encourage banks to expand access to credit, investment and banking services in low- and moderate-income communities, adapt to changes in the banking industry including mobile and internet banking, provide greater clarity and consistency in the application of the CRA regulations and tailor CRA evaluations and data collection to bank size and type. First Bank Richmond cannot predict the impact the changes to the CRA will have on its operations at this time.
Consumer Protection and Fair Lending Regulations. Indiana chartered banks are subject to a variety of federal and Indiana statutes and regulations that are intended to protect consumers and prohibit discrimination in the granting of credit. These statutes and regulations provide for a range of sanctions for non-compliance with their terms, including imposition of administrative fines and remedial orders, and referral to the Attorney General for prosecution of a civil action for actual and punitive damages and injunctive relief. Certain of these statutes, including Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act, which prohibits unfair and deceptive acts and practices against consumers, authorize private individual and class action lawsuits and the award of actual, statutory and punitive damages and attorneys’ fees for certain types of violations. The Dodd-Frank Act prohibits unfair, deceptive or abusive acts or practices against consumers, which can be enforced by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and state Attorneys General.
USA Patriot Act. First Bank Richmond is subject to the USA PATRIOT Act, which gives federal agencies additional powers to address terrorist threats through enhanced domestic security measures, expanded surveillance powers, increased information sharing, and broadened anti-money laundering requirements. The USA PATRIOT Act includes measures intended to encourage information sharing among bank regulatory agencies and law enforcement bodies, and imposes affirmative obligations on a broad range of financial institutions, including banks, thrifts, brokers, dealers, credit unions, money transfer agents, and parties registered under the Commodity Exchange Act.
Privacy Standards and Cyber Security. First Bank Richmond is subject to FDIC regulations implementing the privacy protection provisions of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Financial Services Modernization Act of 1999. These regulations require First Bank Richmond to disclose its privacy policy, including informing consumers of its information sharing practices and informing consumers of their rights to opt out of certain practices. In addition, the federal banking agencies recently adopted rules providing for new notification requirements for banking organizations and their service providers for significant cybersecurity incidents. Specifically, the new rules require a banking organization to notify its primary federal regulator as soon as possible, and no later than 36 hours after, the banking organization determines that a “computer-security incident” rising to the level of a “notification incident” has occurred. Notification is required for incidents that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect the viability of a banking organization’s operations, its ability to deliver banking products and services, or the stability of the financial sector. Service providers are required under the rule to notify affected banking organization customers as soon as possible when the provider determines that it has experienced a computer-security incident that has materially affected or is reasonably likely to materially affect the banking organization’s customers for four or more hours.
In July 2023, the SEC adopted rules requiring registrants to disclose material cybersecurity incidents they experience and to disclose on an annual basis material information regarding their cybersecurity risk management, strategy, and governance. The new rules require registrants to disclose on Form 8-K any cybersecurity incident they determine to be material and to describe the material aspects of the incident's nature, scope, and timing, as well as its material impact or reasonably likely material impact on the registrant.
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For information regarding the Company’s cybersecurity risk management, strategy and governance, see “Item 1C. Cybersecurity” contained in Part I of this Form 10-K.
Other Regulations.  Interest and other charges collected or contracted for by First Bank Richmond are subject to state usury laws and federal laws concerning interest rates. First Bank Richmond’s operations are also subject to state and federal laws applicable to credit and other transactions, such as the:
•Truth in Lending Act, which requires lenders to disclose the terms and conditions of consumer credit;
•Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, which requires lenders to disclose the nature and costs of the real estate settlement process and prohibits specific practices, such as kickbacks, and places limitations upon the use of escrow accounts;
•Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, requiring financial institutions to provide information to enable the public and public officials to determine whether a financial institution is fulfilling its obligation to help meet the housing needs of the community it serves;
•Equal Credit Opportunity Act, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, creed or other prohibited factors in extending credit;
•Fair Credit Reporting Act, governing the use and provision of information to credit reporting agencies; and
•Rules and regulations of the various federal and state agencies charged with the responsibility of implementing such federal and state laws.
The deposit operations of First Bank Richmond also are subject to, among others, the:
•Truth in Savings Act, which requires financial institutions to disclose the terms and conditions of their deposit accounts;
•Expedited Funds Availability Act, which requires banks to make funds deposited in transaction accounts available to their customers within specified time frames;
•Check Clearing for the 21st Century Act (also known as “Check 21”), which gives “substitute checks,” such as digital check images and copies made from that image, the same legal standing as the original paper check;
•Electronic Funds Transfer Act and Regulation E promulgated thereunder, which govern automatic deposits to and withdrawals from deposit accounts and customers’ rights and liabilities arising from the use of automated teller machines and other electronic banking services; and
•Indiana banking laws and regulations governing deposit powers and other matters.

Federal Home Loan Bank System. First Bank Richmond is a member of the FHLB of Indianapolis, one of the 11 regional FHLBs which provide a central credit facility primarily for member institutions. Member institutions are required to acquire and hold shares of capital stock in the FHLB. This stock has no quoted market value and is carried at cost. First Bank Richmond reviews the cost basis of the FHLB stock for ultimate recoverability regularly. At December 31, 2023, no impairment of the value of the stock has been recognized. As of December 31, 2023, the Bank had $271.0 million of FHLB advances and $10.0 million available on its line of credit with the FHLB.
Federal Reserve System. The Federal Reserve requires all depository institutions to maintain reserves at specified levels against their transaction accounts, primarily checking accounts. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Reserve reduced the reserve requirement ratio to zero percent effective on March 26, 2020, to support lending to households and businesses. At December 31, 2023, the Bank was in compliance with the reserve requirements.
The Bank is authorized to borrow from the Federal Reserve Bank "discount window." An eligible institution need not exhaust other sources of funds before going to the discount window, nor are there restrictions on the purposes for which the institution can use primary credit. At December 31, 2023, the Bank had no outstanding borrowings from the discount window.
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Acquisitions.  An acquisition of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation or First Bank Richmond, an acquisition of control of either, or an acquisition by either of another bank holding company or depository institution or control of such a company or institution would generally be subject to prior approval by applicable federal and state banking regulators, as would certain acquisitions by Richmond Mutual Bancorporation or First Bank Richmond of other types of entities.  "Control" is defined in various ways for this purpose, including but not limited to control of 10% of outstanding voting stock of an entity. See “– Holding Company Regulation” below.
Holding Company Regulation.  Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is a bank holding company within the meaning of the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended. As such, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is registered with the Federal Reserve Board and is subject to regulations, examinations, supervision and reporting requirements applicable to bank holding companies. In addition, the Federal Reserve Board has enforcement authority over Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and its non-bank subsidiaries. Among other things, this authority permits the Federal Reserve Board to restrict or prohibit activities that are determined to be a serious risk to the subsidiary bank.
A bank holding company is generally prohibited from engaging in non-banking activities, or acquiring direct or indirect control of more than 5% of the voting securities of any company engaged in non-banking activities.
The Federal Reserve Board is required to establish for all bank and savings and loan holding companies, minimum consolidated capital requirements that are as stringent as those required for the insured depository subsidiaries. Consolidated regulatory capital requirements identical to those applicable to the subsidiary banks apply to bank holding companies with less than $3.0 billion of consolidated assets.
A bank holding company is generally required to give the Federal Reserve Board prior written notice of any purchase or redemption of then outstanding equity securities if the gross consideration for the purchase or redemption, when combined with the net consideration paid for all such purchases or redemptions during the preceding 12 months, is equal to 10% or more of the company’s consolidated net worth. The Federal Reserve Board may disapprove such a purchase or redemption if it determines that the proposal would constitute an unsafe and unsound practice, or would violate any law, regulation, Federal Reserve Board order or directive, or any condition imposed by, or written agreement with, the Federal Reserve Board. There is an exception to this approval requirement for well-capitalized bank holding companies that meet certain other conditions.
The Federal Reserve Board has issued a policy statement regarding capital distributions, including dividends, by bank holding companies. In general, the policies provide that dividends should be paid only out of current earnings and only if the prospective rate of earnings retention by the bank holding company appears consistent with the organization’s capital needs, asset quality and overall financial condition. The policies also require that a bank holding company serve as a source of financial strength to its subsidiary banks (referred to as the source of strength doctrine) by standing ready to use available resources to provide adequate capital funds to those banks during periods of financial stress or adversity and by maintaining the financial flexibility and capital-raising capacity to obtain additional resources for assisting its subsidiary banks where necessary. However, the ability of a bank holding company to pay dividends may be restricted if a subsidiary bank becomes undercapitalized. These regulatory policies could affect the ability of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation to pay dividends or otherwise engage in capital distributions.
Under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, depository institutions are liable to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation for losses suffered or anticipated by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in connection with the default of a commonly controlled depository institution or any assistance provided by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to such an institution in danger of default.
Federal Securities Laws.  Richmond Mutual Bancorporation’s common stock is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is subject to the information, proxy solicitation, insider trading restrictions and other requirements under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Emerging Growth Company Status.  The JOBS Act, which was enacted in April 2012, has made numerous changes to the federal securities laws to facilitate access to capital markets. Under the JOBS Act, a company with total annual gross revenues of less than $1.07 billion during its most recently completed fiscal year qualifies as an “emerging growth company.” Richmond Mutual Bancorporation qualifies as and has elected to be an emerging growth company under the JOBS Act.
An “emerging growth company” may choose not to hold non-binding advisory stockholder votes on annual executive compensation (more frequently referred to as “say-on-pay” votes) or on executive compensation payable in connection with a merger (more frequently referred to as “say-on-golden parachute” votes). An emerging growth company also is not subject to the requirement that its auditors attest to the effectiveness of the company’s internal control over financial reporting and can provide scaled disclosure regarding executive compensation.
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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is also not subject to the auditor attestation requirement or additional executive compensation disclosure so long as it remains a “smaller reporting company” under Securities and Exchange Commission regulations. Finally, an emerging growth company may elect to comply with new or amended accounting pronouncements in the same manner as a private company. Such an election is irrevocable during the period a company is an emerging growth company. Richmond Mutual Bancorporation has elected to comply with new or amended accounting pronouncements in the same manner as a private company.
A company loses emerging growth company status on the earlier of: (i) the last day of the fiscal year of the company during which it had total annual gross revenues of $1.0 billion or more; (ii) the last day of the fiscal year of the issuer following the fifth anniversary of the date of the first sale of common equity securities of the company pursuant to an effective registration statement under the Securities Act of 1933; (iii) the date on which such company has, during the previous three-year period, issued more than $1.0 billion in non-convertible debt; or (iv) the date on which such company is deemed to be a “large accelerated filer” under Securities and Exchange Commission regulations.
Taxation
The following discussion of federal and state taxation is intended only to summarize material income tax matters and is not a comprehensive description of the tax rules applicable to Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and First Bank Richmond.
Federal Taxation.  Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and First Bank Richmond are subject to federal income taxation in the same general manner as other corporations, with some exceptions discussed below. Our federal and state tax returns have not been audited for the past five years.
Method of Accounting. For federal income tax purposes, we currently report our income and expenses on the accrual method of accounting and use a tax year ending December 31 for filing its federal income tax returns.  Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and First Bank Richmond will file a consolidated federal income tax return.
Capital Loss Carryovers. A corporation cannot recognize capital losses in excess of capital gains generated. Generally, a financial institution may carry back capital losses to the preceding three taxable years and forward to the succeeding five taxable years. Any capital loss carryback or carryover is treated as a short-term capital loss for the year to which it is carried. As such, it is grouped with any other capital losses for the year to which it is carried and is used to offset any capital gains. Any loss remaining after the five-year carryover period is not deductible. At December 31, 2023, we had no capital loss carryovers.
Corporate Dividends. Richmond Mutual Bancorporation may generally exclude from its income 100% of dividends received from First Bank Richmond as a member of the same affiliated group of corporations.
State Taxation. First Bank Richmond is subject to Indiana’s financial institutions tax, which is imposed at a flat rate as of December 31, 2023, of 4.9% on “adjusted gross income” apportioned to Indiana. “Adjusted gross income,” for purposes of the financial institutions tax, begins with taxable income as defined by Section 63 of the Internal Revenue Code and incorporates federal tax law to the extent that it affects the computation of taxable income. Federal taxable income is then adjusted by several Indiana modifications including only considering members of the combined group which have Indiana nexus. First Bank Richmond is not currently under audit with respect to its Indiana tax returns.
First Bank Richmond is also subject to Ohio taxation in the same general manner as other financial institutions. In particular, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and First Bank Richmond will be subject to the Ohio corporation franchise tax, which is an excise tax imposed on corporations for the privilege of doing business in Ohio, owning capital or property in Ohio, holding a charter or certificate of compliance authorizing the corporation to do business in Ohio, or otherwise having nexus with Ohio during a calendar year. For Ohio franchise tax purposes, financial institutions are currently taxed at a rate equal to 0.8% of apportioned net capital.
Other applicable state taxes include generally applicable sales and use taxes plus real and personal property taxes.
As a Maryland business corporation, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is required to file an annual report with and pay franchise taxes to the State of Maryland.
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Employees and Human Capital
As of December 31, 2023, we had 176 full-time equivalent employees.  Our employees are not represented by any collective bargaining group.  Management believes that we have a good working relationship with our employees.
To facilitate talent attraction and retention, we strive to make First Bank Richmond an inclusive, safe and healthy workplace, with opportunities for our employees to grow and develop in their careers, supported by strong compensation, benefits, health and welfare programs. As of December 31, 2023, approximately 73% of our workforce was female and 27% male, and our average tenure was 11.3 years. As part of our compensation philosophy, we believe that we must offer and maintain market competitive total rewards programs for our employees in order to attract and retain superior talent. In addition to healthy base wages, additional programs include annual bonus opportunities, a Company augmented Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Company matched 401(k) Plan, healthcare and insurance benefits, health savings and flexible spending accounts, paid time off, family leave, family care resources, flexible work schedules, and employee assistance programs.
The success of our business is fundamentally connected to the well-being of our people. Accordingly, we are committed to the health, safety and wellness of our employees. We provide our employees and their families with access to a variety of flexible and convenient health and welfare programs, including benefits that support their physical and mental health by providing tools and resources to help them improve or maintain their health status. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we implemented significant operating environment changes that we determined were in the best interest of our employees, as well as the communities in which we operate, and which comply with government regulations. This includes giving some employees the ability to work from home, while implementing additional safety measures for employees continuing critical on-site work.
A core tenet of our talent system is to both develop talent from within and supplement with external hires. This approach has yielded loyalty and commitment in our employee base which in turn grows our business, our products, and our customers, while adding new employees and external ideas supports a continuous improvement mindset. We believe that our 11.3 year average tenure reflects the engagement of our employees in this core talent system tenet.
Information about our Executive Officers
Officers are elected annually to serve for a one-year term.  There are no arrangements or understandings between the officers and any other person pursuant to which he or she was or is to be selected as an officer.
Garry D. Kleer (age 68). Mr. Kleer currently serves as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Richmond. Mr. Kleer joined the Bank in 1994 as Vice President of Commercial Lending and was promoted in 2001 to President and Chief Executive Officer. He also serves as Chairman of the Mutual Federal advisory board of directors. Mr. Kleer is a member of the Large Community Bank Council of the Independent Community Bankers of America and the American Bankers Association's Membership Council. During 2022, Mr. Kleer served as Chairman of the Indiana Bankers Association (“IBA”) and continues to serve on its board as the ABA constituent director. Mr. Kleer was named a Sagamore of the Wabash and inducted into the IBA Leaders in Banking Excellence in 2022. Mr. Kleer’s community involvement includes service on the boards of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County, Richmond Symphony Orchestra, and Reid Health. He has also been recognized with the Indiana University East Chancellor’s Medallion, Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame, Richmond/Wayne County Distinguished Community Leader and Boys & Girls Clubs Man and Youth Award. In 2020, he was awarded the Indiana University Bicentennial Medal for distinguished service. Mr. Kleer is a graduate of Indiana University, the ABA Graduate School of Commercial Lending and the Stonier Graduate School of Banking. With 40+ years of experience working in the banking industry, his service on the boards of numerous community organizations and his extensive involvement in our community, Mr. Kleer brings outstanding leadership skills and a deep understanding of the local banking market and issues facing the banking industry.
Bradley M. Glover (age 33). Mr. Glover is currently serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and First Bank Richmond. Mr. Glover was appointed Chief Financial Officer in March 2024 after serving as Acting Chief Financial Officer beginning May 2023. He has worked at First Bank Richmond since 2011. He served as Vice President and Controller of the Bank beginning in 2021 before promotion to his role of Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Glover's responsibilities include management and direction of the finance and accounting functions, asset-liability management, budgeting and investment management. He also manages the accounting functions of the Bank and oversees daily accounting operations, as well as directs and assists in the preparation of regulatory and managerial financial reports. Mr. Glover holds a BS in Accounting from Ball State University’s Miller College of Business and has been recognized by the Indiana Bankers Association for completion of their Leadership Development Program. In addition to his 12-year career in Banking, Mr. Glover also serves as a board member of Centerville-Abington Community Dollars for Scholars, and a finance committee member of the Richmond Family YMCA.
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Dean W. Weinert (age 71). Mr. Weinert served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mutual Federal Savings Bank, which operated independently from First Bank Richmond as a wholly owned bank subsidiary of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, from 2010 through 2016, and as Division President since 2016 when Mutual Federal Savings Bank was combined with First Bank Richmond through an internal merger transaction. Mr. Weinert also serves as a member of the Mutual Federal advisory board of directors. Prior to joining Mutual Federal and First Bank Richmond, Mr. Weinert served as a senior officer in the large corporate special assets division of PNC National Bank in Indianapolis (2008-2010), a senior commercial lending officer at Park National Bank in Columbus, Ohio (2006-2008), and as President of Eaton National Bank, Eaton, Ohio (2002-2006). In addition, over his 45+ year career in banking, Mr. Weinert has held numerous commercial banking positions, including serving as a senior credit analyst, corporate lending officer, commercial lending division manager, special assets group manager, corporate banking manager and chief commercial credit officer, predominately with the Indiana National Bank in Indiana and its several successor entities through subsequent mergers. Mr. Weinert holds a BA in Economics from Wabash College and an MBA from Butler University.
Paul J. Witte (age 52). Mr. Witte, employed by First Bank Richmond since 1996, was promoted to President/Chief Operating Officer of the Bank in January 2023. Mr. Witte has recently served as Executive Vice President and previously as Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending since 2014 and Commercial Leasing since 2006. Mr. Witte manages the lending and operations functions of the Bank. Mr. Witte is a graduate of Ball State University with a BS in Accounting, Corporate Finance and Institutional Finance. He is a Certified Public Accountant (currently inactive). He is a graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has attended the Financial Managers School sponsored by the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Website
Our website addresses are www.firstbankrichmond.com and www.mutualfederal.com.  The information contained on our websites are not included as a part of, or incorporated by reference into, this Annual Report on Form 10-K.  Other than an investor’s own internet access charges, we make available free of charge through its website the Annual Report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K, and amendments to these reports, as soon as reasonably practicable after we have electronically filed such material with, or furnished such material to, the SEC.  Information pertaining to us, including SEC filings, can be found by clicking the link on our sites called “About Us,” then scrolling down and clicking on the link called "Investor Relations."
Item 1A.    Risk Factors
An investment in our common stock is not an insured deposit and is subject to risks inherent in our business. Before making an investment decision, you should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described below together with all of the other information included and incorporated by reference in this report. In addition to the risks and uncertainties described below, other risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, capital levels, cash flows, liquidity, results of operations and prospects. The market price of our common stock could decline significantly due to any of these identified or other risks, and you could lose some or all of your investment. The risks discussed below also include forward-looking statements, and our actual results may differ substantially from those discussed in these forward-looking statements. This report is qualified in its entirety by these risk factors.


Risks Related to Macroeconomic Conditions

A worsening of economic conditions in our market area could reduce demand for our products and services and/or result in increases in our level of non-performing loans, which could adversely affect our operations, financial condition and earnings.
Local economic conditions have a significant impact on the ability of our borrowers to repay loans and the value of the collateral securing loans. A return of recessionary conditions or adverse economic conditions in our market areas may reduce our rate of growth, affect our customers' ability to repay loans and adversely impact our business, financial condition, and results of operations. A deterioration in economic conditions in the market areas we serve as a result of inflation, a recession, or other factors could result in the following consequences, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations:
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•demand for our products and services may decline;
•loan delinquencies, problem assets and foreclosures may increase;
•collateral for loans, especially real estate, may decline in value, thereby reducing customers’ future borrowing power, and reducing the value of assets and collateral associated with existing loans; and
•the net worth and liquidity of loan guarantors may decline, impairing their ability to honor commitments to us.
Moreover, a significant decline in general local, regional or national economic conditions caused by inflation, recession, severe weather, natural disasters, widespread disease or pandemics, acts of terrorism, an outbreak of hostilities or other international or domestic calamities, unemployment or other factors beyond our control could further impact these local economic conditions and could further negatively affect the financial results of our banking operations. In addition, deflationary pressures, while possibly lowering our operating costs, could have a significant negative effect on our borrowers, especially our business borrowers, and the values of underlying collateral securing loans, which could negatively affect our financial performance.
Future changes in interest rates could reduce our profits and affect the value of our assets and liabilities.
Our net income is primarily derived from the excess of net interest income and non-interest income over non-interest expenses, provisions for credit losses, and taxes. The core component of our net income is driven by net interest income, which centers on the variance between the interest income accrued from interest-earning assets, such as loans and securities, and the interest expense incurred on interest-bearing liabilities, including deposits and borrowings.
The yields we earn on our assets and the rates we pay on our liabilities are generally fixed for a contractual period of time. Like many financial institutions, our liabilities generally have shorter contractual maturities than our assets. This mismatch exposes us to significant earnings volatility as market interest rates fluctuate. Shifts in interest rates can also impact the average lifespan of loans and mortgage-backed securities. In periods of rising interest rates, the growth rate of interest income from our assets might lag behind the accelerating interest expenses on liabilities. Conversely, declining interest rates can trigger increased loan prepayments and mortgage-backed security redemptions as borrowers seek lower borrowing costs through refinancing. This introduces reinvestment risk, where the challenge lies in reinvesting prepayments at rates comparable to those initially earned on the prepaid loans or securities. Moreover, an inverted interest rate yield curve, wherein short-term interest rates (which are usually the rates at which financial institutions borrow funds) surpass long-term rates (which are usually the rates at which financial institutions lend funds for fixed-rate loans), can compress a financial institution's net interest margin. This occurrence poses financial risks, particularly for institutions that originate longer-term, fixed-rate mortgage loans. As of December 31, 2023, approximately 43.9% of our loan and lease portfolio consisted of fixed-rate loans and leases, potentially exposing us to these risks.
As of December 31, 2023, our deposit composition included $349.6 million in certificates of deposit maturing within one year and $523.0 million in noninterest-bearing, NOW checking, savings, and money market accounts. In an increasing interest rate environment, retaining these deposits could lead to a higher cost of funds. Should the interest rates associated with our deposits and borrowings increase at a faster pace than the rates received from loans and other investments, our net interest income and overall earnings might be adversely affected.
A sustained and substantial change in market interest rates could significantly impact our financial condition, liquidity, and operational results. Furthermore, fluctuations in interest rates may adversely affect the valuation of our assets and liabilities, ultimately affecting our earnings.
Inflationary pressures and rising prices may affect our results of operations and financial condition.
Inflation has surged markedly since the close of 2021 and continued its ascent throughout 2022, marking the highest levels experienced in over four decades. Inflationary pressures persisted at elevated rates through 2023, creating challenges for businesses, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises that lack the scale advantages enjoyed by larger corporations. This discrepancy in leveraging economies of scale may intensify cost pressures for smaller businesses.
The heightened inflationary environment could potentially impact our business customers' ability to repay loans, especially among those facing swift deteriorations in financial conditions. Consequently, our operational and financial standings may face adverse effects.
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Moreover, a sustained period of inflation holds the potential to drive up wages and other expenses for the Company, further posing risks to our operational performance and financial health. Considering the continued inflationary landscape and its associated impacts, our business outlook could be significantly affected.
Risks Related to Our Business
We have a substantial amount of commercial and multi-family real estate and commercial and industrial loans, and intend to continue to increase originations of these types of loans. These loans involve credit risks that could adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations.
As of December 31, 2023, our portfolio included commercial real estate, multi-family real estate, and commercial and industrial loans totaling $595.8 million, constituting approximately 53.8% of our total loans and leases. While these loan types typically offer higher potential profitability compared to residential mortgage loans, they inherently carry heightened sensitivity to regional and local economic conditions, posing challenges in accurately forecasting potential losses. Further, these loans often involve substantial balances granted to individual borrowers or related groups, elevating their risk profile, particularly when considering the complexity of the underlying collateral.
Commercial and multi-family real estate, as well as commercial and industrial loans, entail higher risk levels compared to our one- to four-family residential real estate loans. The repayment of such loans depends significantly on the effective management and operation of borrowers’ properties or related businesses. Factors outside the borrower’s control, including adverse market conditions, economic downturns, supply chain disruptions, or shifts in government regulations, among other factors, can significantly impact the repayment ability of these loans.
Recent years have witnessed substantial growth in commercial real estate markets, compounded by intensified competitive pressures that have led to historically low capitalization rates and surging property valuations. The economic disruption spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic has particularly affected commercial real estate markets. Additionally, the pandemic has accelerated the adoption of remote work options, potentially influencing the long-term performance of certain office properties within our commercial real estate portfolio. Moreover, the federal banking regulatory agencies have raised concerns about vulnerabilities within the current commercial real estate market, recognizing the risks associated with these assets. Unlike residential mortgage loans, commercial and industrial loans may be backed by collateral beyond real estate, such as inventory and accounts receivable. The valuation and liquidation of such collateral may pose challenges and are subject to fluctuations in value, especially during defaults.
Failures in our risk management policies, procedures, and controls could impede our ability to effectively manage this portfolio, potentially leading to increased delinquencies and higher losses, thereby materially impacting our business, financial condition, and operational performance.
We have focused on growing our construction and development loan portfolio in recent years which adds additional risks to our loan portfolio.
As of December 31, 2023, our construction and development loans totaled $157.8 million, accounting for approximately 14.2% of our total loan portfolio. This comprises $148.5 million in commercial construction loans and $9.3 million in residential real estate construction loans, reflecting a substantial increase from the $58.4 million, constituting 7.8% of total loans, reported at December 31, 2020.
Engaging in construction lending inherently carries higher credit risk compared to long-term financing for improved, owner-occupied real estate. Loans granted for properties not yet approved for planned development or improvements pose the risk of potential denials or delays in necessary approvals. Additionally, the risk of loss on a construction loan heavily relies on the accuracy of initial property value estimates upon completion compared to the estimated construction costs (inclusive of interest) and other assumptions. Inaccurate cost estimates may necessitate additional fund disbursements beyond the committed amount to protect the property's value. Moreover, misjudgment in estimating the completed project's value may result in the borrower holding a property insufficient to fully repay the construction loan upon its sale. Delays or cost overruns in construction can compound risks, especially when repayments rely on property sales or rentals to third parties, which may not transpire as anticipated. The sale of properties under construction is often challenging and typically requires completion for successful transactions, complicating the handling of problematic construction loans.
Speculative construction loans carry additional risks, including the borrower's ability to secure a take-out commitment for a permanent loan. Loans associated with undeveloped land or future construction also present added risks due to the lack of income generation from the property and its potential illiquid nature as collateral.
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Furthermore, various risks, such as fraudulent diversion of construction funds, mechanics' liens filed by contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers, and potential contractor failures in completing projects, contribute to the complexity and uncertainties associated with construction and development loans.
Our portfolio of loans with a higher risk of loss is increasing and the unseasoned nature of such loans could lead to misjudgments in collectability, triggering additional provisions or charge-offs, impacting our profits.
Our commercial loan portfolio, which includes commercial and multi-family real estate loans, commercial and industrial loans and construction loans, has increased to $753.6 million, or 68.0% of total loans and leases, at December 31, 2023 from $226.9 million, or 48.5% of total loans and leases, at December 31, 2016. A large portion of our commercial loan portfolio is unseasoned, meaning loans were originated recently. Our limited experience with these borrowers does not provide us with a significant payment history pattern with which to judge future collectability. Further, these loans may not have been subjected to unfavorable economic conditions. As a result, it is difficult to predict the future performance of this part of our loan portfolio. These loans may have delinquency or charge-off levels above our historical experience, which could adversely affect our future performance.
If we are unable to maintain and grow revenue from our leasing business our future revenue and earnings may be adversely impacted.
Our lease financing operation consists of direct financing leases which are used by commercial customers to finance purchases such as medical, computer and manufacturing equipment, audio/visual equipment, industrial assets, construction and transportation equipment, and a wide variety of other commercial equipment. Revenue generated from our leasing business accounted for 15.3% and 15.4% of our total revenue for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
We rely solely on brokers and other third-party originators to generate our lease transactions. To generate deal flow, we work with over 100 brokers and third-party originators across the country, some of which are one-person shops and others more established companies, with most of the volume coming from fewer than 25 referral sources. None of our relationships are exclusive and any may be terminated at any time. During 2023, of our $89.7 million in lease originations, the top five brokers/third party originators accounted for approximately 45.6% of our total volume of lease originations, one of whom accounted for approximately 13.3% of our total volume of lease originations. At December 31, 2023, our top 25 brokers/third party originators collectively accounted for 81.7% of our total direct financing lease portfolio, with our largest broker/third party originator accounting for 10.9% of the portfolio. Losing top brokers or third-party originators, or their customers, without finding comparable alternatives, could decrease leasing volume, leading to potential revenue decline, materially impacting our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
Our leasing business exposes us to different credit risks than our real estate secured lending.
At December 31, 2023, direct financing leases totaled $156.6 million, or 14.1% of our total loan and lease portfolio. Our direct financing leases, while short term in nature, are inherently risky as they are secured by assets that depreciate rapidly. In some cases, repossessed collateral may not provide an adequate source of repayment for the outstanding lease balance and the remaining deficiency may not warrant further substantial collection efforts against the borrower. Also, if a lessee under a defaulted lease files for protection under the bankruptcy laws, then: (i) we may experience difficulties and delays in recovering the equipment from the defaulting party; (ii) the equipment may be returned in poor condition; and (iii) we may be unable to enforce important contract provisions against the insolvent party. We do not expect to be able to recover software that we lease or finance for a customer that is not on a computer’s hard drive and, even if we could do so, we generally would not be able to lease or sell the same software again under the terms of use required by the software vendors.
Finance leasing collections depend on the customer's continuing financial stability, and therefore are more likely to be adversely affected by the cash flows of the business within certain industries. Factors that may adversely affect the ability of our customers to meet their repayment plans include, among other things, their inability to implement their business plans or to meet their sales targets, any downturn in the markets or industries in which they operate, or any declines in general economic conditions. There is no guarantee that the financial condition of our customers will remain healthy in the future, that our customers will continue to fulfill their repayment obligations on time, or that any of our customers will not ultimately default on their leases. As a result, we cannot assure you that our profitability or the demand for our leasing services from our customers will be maintained at historical levels.
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Moreover, approximately $52.4 million or 33.3% of our total lease portfolio is to customers located in California, New York, Florida, and Arkansas. A return of recessionary conditions or adverse economic conditions within these market areas may reduce our leasing volume and affect our customers' ability to make lease payments, resulting in higher defaults, which may result in our inability to fully recover our investment in the related equipment and adversely impact our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
If our allowance for credit losses is not sufficient to cover actual losses, our earnings could decrease.
We periodically review our allowance for credit losses for adequacy considering economic conditions and trends, collateral values and credit quality indicators, including past charge-off experience and levels of past due loans and nonperforming assets. We cannot be certain that our allowance for credit losses will be adequate over time to cover credit losses in our portfolio because of unanticipated adverse changes in the economy, market conditions or events adversely affecting specific customers, industries or markets, and changes in borrower behaviors. Differences between our actual experience and assumptions and the effectiveness of our models may adversely affect our business, financial condition, including liquidity and capital, and results of operations.
If lead institutions fail to provide timely updates on changes in credit quality for the underlying loans in our loan participation agreements, it could lead to misstatements in our ACL and potential losses on these loans.
If the lead institutions on our loan participation agreements do not keep us informed about the changes in credit quality on the underlying loans in a timely manner, this could result in misstatements in our ACL, or possibly losses on these loans. Additionally, reliance on lead institutions for credit information exposes us to counterparty risk, where financial difficulties or failures on their part could jeopardize our ability to accurately assess and manage risks associated with loan participations. Inadequate disclosure or reporting of credit quality changes by lead institutions may lead to non-compliance with regulatory requirements, exposing us to regulatory scrutiny, fines, or other penalties. Furthermore, misstatements in ACL due to delayed credit updates could damage our reputation and credibility in the market, posing a significant reputational risk. Moreover, failure to accurately assess and disclose risks associated with loan participations may expose us to legal liabilities, including lawsuits from investors or regulatory agencies alleging inadequate risk management practices and misleading disclosures. At December 31, 2023, we had $93.4 million in loan participations in which we were not the lead lender.
Changes in the valuation of our securities portfolio could hurt our profits and reduce our capital levels.
Our securities portfolio is impacted by fluctuations in market value, potentially reducing accumulated other comprehensive income and/or earnings. Fluctuations in market value may be caused by changes in market interest rates, lower market prices for securities and limited investor demand. Management evaluates securities for impairment on a quarterly basis, with more frequent evaluation for selected issues. In analyzing a debt issuer’s financial condition, management considers whether the securities are issued by the federal government or its agencies, whether downgrades by bond rating agencies have occurred, industry analysts’ reports and, to a lesser extent given the relatively insignificant levels of depreciation in our debt portfolio, spread differentials between the effective rates on instruments in the portfolio compared to risk-free rates. In analyzing an equity issuer’s financial condition, management considers industry analysts’ reports, financial performance and projected target prices of investment analysts within a one-year time frame. If this evaluation shows impairment to the actual or projected cash flows associated with one or more securities, a potential loss to earnings may occur. Changes in interest rates can also have an adverse effect on our financial condition, as our available-for-sale securities are reported at their estimated fair value, and therefore are impacted by fluctuations in interest rates. We increase or decrease our stockholders’ equity by the amount of change in the estimated fair value of the available-for-sale securities, net of taxes. Declines in market value could result in impairments of these assets, which would lead to accounting charges that could have a material adverse effect on our net income and capital levels. As of December 31, 2023, we had no securities that were deemed impaired.
A tightening of credit markets and liquidity risk could impair our ability to fund operations and jeopardize our financial condition.
Liquidity is essential to our business. A tightening of the credit markets and the inability to obtain adequate funding to replace deposits and fund continued loan growth may affect asset growth, our earnings capability and capital levels negatively. We rely on a number of different sources in order to meet our potential liquidity demands. Our primary sources of liquidity are increases in deposit accounts, including brokered deposits, as well as cash flows from loan payments and our securities portfolio. Borrowings, especially from the Federal Home Loan Bank and repurchase agreements, also provide us with a source of funds to meet liquidity demands. An inability to raise funds through deposits, borrowings, the sale of loans and other sources could have a substantial negative effect on our liquidity. Our access to funding sources in amounts adequate to finance our activities or on terms that are acceptable to us could be impaired by factors that affect us specifically, or the financial services industry or economy in general.
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Factors that could detrimentally impact our access to liquidity sources include adverse regulatory action against us, a decrease in the level of our business activity as a result of a downturn in the markets in which our loans are concentrated, or a decrease in the confidence of our depositors in our ability to meet withdrawal demands. Our ability to borrow could also be impaired by factors that are not specific to us, such as a disruption in the financial markets, negative views and expectations about the prospects for the financial services industry or deterioration in credit markets.
We use estimates in determining the fair value of certain assets, such as mortgage servicing rights (“MSRs”). If our estimates prove to be incorrect, we may be required to write down the value of these assets, which could adversely affect our earnings.
We sell a portion of our one- to four-family loans in the secondary market. We generally retain the right to service these loans through First Bank Richmond. At December 31, 2023, the book value of our MSRs was $1.9 million. We use a financial model that uses, wherever possible, quoted market prices to value our MSRs. This model is complex and also uses assumptions related to interest and discount rates, prepayment speeds, delinquency and foreclosure rates and ancillary fee income. Valuations are highly dependent upon the reasonableness of our assumptions and the predictability of the relationships that drive the results of the model. The primary risk associated with MSRs is that they will lose a substantial portion of their value as a result of higher than anticipated prepayments occasioned by declining interest rates. Conversely, these assets generally increase in value in a rising interest rate environment to the extent that prepayments are slower than anticipated. If prepayment speeds increase more than estimated, or delinquency and default levels are higher than anticipated, we may be required to write down the value of our MSRs which could have a material adverse effect on our net income and capital levels. We obtain independent valuations quarterly to determine if impairment in the asset exists.
If our investment in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis becomes impaired, our earnings and stockholders’ equity could decrease.
At December 31, 2023, we owned $12.6 million in Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) of Indianapolis stock. We are required to own this stock to be a member of and to obtain advances from the FHLB of Indianapolis. This stock is not marketable and can only be redeemed by the FHLB of Indianapolis. The most recent stock buyback initiated by the FHLB of Indianapolis was in 2015. The FHLB of Indianapolis’ financial condition is linked, in part, to the eleven other members of the FHLB System and to accounting rules and asset quality risks that could materially lower their capital, which would cause our FHLB of Indianapolis stock to be deemed impaired, resulting in a decrease in our earnings and assets.
Our size makes it more difficult for us to compete.
Our asset size makes it more difficult to compete with other financial institutions that are larger and can more easily afford to invest in the marketing and technologies needed to attract and retain customers. Because our principal source of income is the net interest income we earn on our loans and investments after deducting interest paid on deposits and other sources of funds, our ability to generate the revenues needed to cover our expenses and finance such investments is limited by the size of our loan and investment portfolios. Accordingly, we are not always able to offer new products and services as quickly as our competitors. Our lower earnings may also make it more difficult to offer competitive salaries and benefits. In addition, our smaller customer base may make it difficult to generate meaningful non-interest income from such activities as securities brokerage or the sale of insurance products. Finally, as a smaller institution, we are disproportionately affected by the continually increasing costs of compliance with new banking and other regulations.
As a community bank, maintaining our reputation in our market area is critical to the success of our business, and the failure to do so may materially adversely affect our performance.
We are a community bank, and our reputation is one of the most valuable components of our business. A key component of our business strategy is to rely on our reputation for customer service and knowledge of local markets to expand our presence by capturing new business opportunities from existing and prospective customers in our current market and contiguous areas. As such, we strive to conduct our business in a manner that enhances our reputation. This is done, in part, by recruiting, hiring and retaining employees who share our core values of being an integral part of the communities we serve, delivering superior service to our customers and caring about our customers and associates. We operate in many different financial service businesses and rely on the ability of our employees and systems to process a significant number of transactions. Operational risk is the risk of loss from operations, including fraud by employees or outside persons, employees’ execution of incorrect or unauthorized transactions, data processing and technology errors or hacking and breaches of internal control systems. If our reputation is negatively affected by the actions of our employees, by our inability to conduct our operations in a manner that is appealing to current or prospective customers, or otherwise, our business and, therefore, our operating results may be materially adversely affected.
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We face significant operational risks because the financial services business involves a high volume of transactions and because of our reliance on technology.
Our business requires us to collect, process, transmit and store significant amounts of confidential information regarding our customers, employees and our own business, operations, plans and business strategies. Our operational and security systems infrastructure, including our computer systems, data management and internal processes, as well as those of third parties, are integral to our performance. Our operational risks include the risk of malfeasance by employees or persons outside our company, errors relating to transaction processing and technology, systems failures or interruptions, breaches of our internal control systems and compliance requirements, and business continuation and disaster recovery. Insurance coverage may not be available for such losses, or where available, such losses may exceed insurance limits. This risk of loss also includes the potential legal actions that could arise as a result of operational deficiencies or as a result of non-compliance with applicable regulatory standards or customer attrition due to potential negative publicity.
In the event of a breakdown in our internal control systems, improper operation of systems or improper employee actions, or a breach of our security systems, including if confidential or proprietary information were to be mishandled, misused or lost, we could suffer financial loss, face regulatory action, civil litigation and/or suffer damage to our reputation. Although we have not experienced any material technology failures, cyber-attacks or other information or security breaches, or material losses related to any such events to date, there can be no assurance that we will not suffer such events, losses or other consequences in the future. Our risk and exposure to these matters remain heightened because of, among other things, the evolving nature of these threats and our role as a provider of financial services, our continuous transmission of sensitive information to, and storage of such information by, third parties, including our vendors and regulators, the outsourcing of some of our business operations, threats of cyber-terrorism, and system and customer account updates and conversions. As a result, cyber-security and the continued development and enhancement of our controls, processes and practices designed to protect our systems, computers, software, data and networks from attack, damage or unauthorized access remain an area of substantial concern.
Our information systems may experience failure, interruption or breach in security.
Our business heavily relies on electronic communication and information systems, serving as the backbone for our operations and storage of sensitive data. Any disruption, failure, or breach in the security of these systems could significantly disrupt our operations. Cybersecurity threats encompass a range of incidents, including unauthorized access attempts, data breaches, computer viruses, and denial-of-service attacks. These events may lead to data theft, misuse, loss, or destruction, compromising confidential customer information, account takeovers, or service unavailability. These threats can stem from multiple sources, ranging from human errors to deliberate acts of malice from internal or external parties, or even unforeseen technological failures. Despite our proactive measures, including encryption, authentication technologies, and extensive education initiatives for both employees and customers, the expanding use of cloud services and remote work technologies exposes us to heightened vulnerability to cyber-attacks. The risk associated with security breaches or disruptions, especially those stemming from cyber-attacks, has become more pronounced due to the increasing sophistication and frequency of global intrusion attempts. Despite our continuous efforts to maintain the security and integrity of our information systems and implement robust risk management strategies, there's an inherent challenge. Cyber-attacks often evolve at a pace that makes it difficult to proactively anticipate and mitigate them effectively. The dynamic nature of these threats means it's nearly impossible to entirely eliminate the risk. In the unfortunate event of a cyber-attack, delayed identification or response to the breach could significantly worsen its impact on our business, financial standing, and operational integrity. While we maintain specialized cyber insurance coverage, it may not cover every potential breach scenario, leaving certain instances uncovered.
The repercussions of a security breach or major disruption to our information systems, as well as those of our customers, merchants, or third-party vendors, can be extensive. This includes disrupting operations, unauthorized access to sensitive information, potential legal violations, increased regulatory scrutiny, civil litigation, resource-intensive efforts to rectify the situation, damage to our reputation, or loss of customers. Any of these scenarios could have a material and adverse effect on our business, financial position, and operational outcomes.
Our operations rely on certain external vendors.
We rely on certain external vendors to provide products and services necessary to maintain our day-to-day operations. These third-party vendors are sources of operational and informational security risks to us, including risks associated with operational errors, information system failures, interruptions or breaches and unauthorized disclosures of sensitive or confidential client or customer information.
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If these vendors encounter any of these issues, or if we have difficulty communicating with them, we could be exposed to disruption of operations, loss of service or connectivity to customers, reputational damage, and litigation risk that could have a material adverse effect on our business and, in turn, our financial condition and results of operations.
In addition, our operations are exposed to risk that these vendors will not perform in accordance with the contracted arrangements under service level agreements. Although we have selected these external vendors carefully, we do not control their actions. The failure of an external vendor to perform in accordance with the contracted arrangements under service level agreements, because of changes in the vendor's organizational structure, financial condition, support for existing products and services or strategic focus or for any other reason, could be disruptive to our operations, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, and in turn, our financial condition and results of operations. Replacing these external vendors could also entail significant delay and expense.
We are subject to environmental liability risk associated with lending activities on properties we own.
A significant portion of our loan portfolio is secured by real estate, and we could become subject to environmental liabilities with respect to one or more of these properties, or with respect to properties that we own in operating our business. During the ordinary course of business, we may foreclose on and take title to properties securing defaulted loans. In doing so, there is a risk that hazardous or toxic substances could be found on these properties. If hazardous conditions or toxic substances are found on these properties, we may be liable for remediation costs, as well as for personal injury and property damage, civil fines and criminal penalties regardless of when the hazardous conditions or toxic substances first affected any particular property. Environmental laws may require us to incur substantial expenses to address unknown liabilities and may materially reduce the affected property’s value or limit our ability to use or sell the affected property. In addition, future laws or more stringent interpretations or enforcement policies with respect to existing laws may increase our exposure to environmental liability. Our policies, which require us to perform an environmental review before initiating any foreclosure action on non-residential real property, may not be sufficient to detect all potential environmental hazards. The remediation costs and any other financial liabilities associated with an environmental hazard could have a material adverse effect on us.
Regulatory and Accounting Related Risks
We operate in a highly regulated environment and may be adversely affected by changes in federal and state laws and regulations that could increase our costs of operations.
The banking industry is extensively regulated. Federal banking regulations are designed primarily to protect the deposit insurance funds and consumers, not to benefit a company's shareholders. These regulations may sometimes impose significant limitations on our operations. These regulations, along with the currently existing tax, accounting, securities, insurance, and monetary laws, regulations, rules, standards, policies, and interpretations control the methods by which financial institutions conduct business, implement strategic initiatives and tax compliance, and govern financial reporting and disclosures. These laws, regulations, rules, standards, policies, and interpretations are constantly evolving and may change significantly over time. Any new regulations or legislation, change in existing regulation or oversight, whether a change in regulatory policy or a change in a regulator's interpretation of a law or regulation, could have a material impact on our operations, increase our costs of regulatory compliance and of doing business and adversely affect our profitability. Further, our failure to comply with laws, regulations or policies could result in civil or criminal sanctions and money penalties by state and federal agencies, and/or reputation damage, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. See "Part I, Item 1. Business - How We Are Regulated." for more information about the regulations to which we are subject.
Changes in laws and regulations and the cost of regulatory compliance with new laws and regulations may adversely affect our operations and/or increase our costs of operations.
First Bank Richmond is subject to extensive regulation, supervision and examination by the FDIC and the IDFI, and Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is subject to extensive regulation, supervision and examination by the Federal Reserve Board. Such regulation and supervision govern the activities in which an institution and its holding company may engage and are intended primarily for the protection of the federal deposit insurance fund and the depositors of First Bank Richmond, rather than for our stockholders. Regulatory authorities have extensive discretion in their supervisory and enforcement activities, including the imposition of restrictions on our operations, the classification of our assets and determination of the level of our allowance for credit losses.
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These regulations, along with existing tax, accounting, securities, insurance and monetary laws, rules, standards, policies, and interpretations, control the methods by which financial institutions conduct business, implement strategic initiatives and tax compliance, and govern financial reporting and disclosures. Any change in such regulation and oversight, whether in the form of regulatory policy, regulations, legislation or supervisory action, may have a material impact on our operations. Further, changes in accounting standards can be both difficult to predict and involve judgment and discretion in their interpretation by us and our independent accounting firm. These changes could materially impact, potentially even retroactively, how we report our financial condition and results of operations.
We are subject to an extensive body of accounting rules and best practices. Periodic changes to such rules may change the treatment of critical financial line items and affect our profitability.
Our business operations are significantly influenced by the extensive body of accounting regulations in the United States. Regulatory bodies periodically issue new guidance, altering accounting rules and reporting requirements, which can substantially affect the preparation and reporting of our financial statements. These changes might necessitate retrospective application, potentially leading to restatements of prior period financial statements.
One such significant change from 2022 was the implementation of the Current Expected Credit Losses (“CECL”) model, which we adopted on January 1, 2023. Under the CECL model, financial assets carried at amortized cost, such as loans and held-to-maturity debt securities, will be presented at the net amount expected to be collected. This forward-looking approach in estimating expected credit losses contrasts starkly with the former GAAP's "incurred loss" model, delaying recognition until a loss is probable. CECL mandates considering historical experience, current conditions, and reasonable forecasts affecting collectability, leading to periodic adjustments of financial asset values. However, this forward-looking methodology, reliant on macroeconomic variables, introduces the potential for increased earnings volatility due to unexpected changes in these indicators between periods.
An additional consequence of CECL is an accounting asymmetry between loan-related income, recognized periodically based on the effective interest method, and credit losses, recognized upfront at origination. This asymmetry might create the perception of reduced profitability during loan expansion periods due to the immediate recognition of expected credit losses. Conversely, periods with stable or declining loan levels might seem relatively more profitable as income accrues gradually for loans where losses had been previously recognized.
On January 1, 2023, we adopted the accounting standard referred to as CECL. As a result of the change in methodology from the incurred loss method to the CECL model, on January 1, 2023 the Company recorded a one-time adjustment from equity into the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases in the amount of $2.0 million, net of tax. Additionally, as a part of the CECL adoption, we established an allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments by recording a one-time adjustment from stockholder’s equity of $1.8 million, which is reported in other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Climate change and related legislative and regulatory initiatives may materially affect the Company’s business and results of operations.
The effects of climate change continue to create an alarming level of concern for the state of the global environment. As a result, the global business community has increased its political and social awareness surrounding the issue, and the United States has entered into international agreements in an attempt to reduce global temperature increases, such as reentering the Paris Agreement. Further, the U.S. Congress, state legislatures and federal and state regulatory agencies continue to propose numerous initiatives to supplement the global effort to combat climate change. Similar and even more expansive initiatives have occurred under the current administration, including increasing supervisory expectations with respect to banks’ risk management practices, accounting for the effects of climate change in stress testing scenarios and systemic risk assessments, revising expectations for credit portfolio concentrations based on climate-related factors and encouraging investment by banks in climate-related initiatives and lending to communities disproportionately impacted by the effects of climate change. The lack of empirical data surrounding the credit and other financial risks posed by climate change render it difficult, or even impossible, to predict how specifically climate change may impact our financial condition and results of operations; however, the physical effects of climate change may also directly impact us. Specifically, unpredictable and more frequent weather disasters may adversely impact the real property, and/or the value of the real property, securing the loans in our portfolios. Additionally, if insurance obtained by our borrowers is insufficient to cover any losses sustained to the collateral, or if insurance coverage is otherwise unavailable to our borrowers, the collateral securing our loans may be negatively impacted by climate change, natural disasters and related events, which could impact our financial condition and results of operations. Further, the effects of climate change may negatively impact regional and local economic activity, which could lead to an adverse effect on our customers and impact the communities in which we operate.
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Overall, climate change, its effects and the resulting, unknown impact could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
Other Risks
We may elect or be compelled to seek additional capital in the future, but that capital may not be available when it is needed or on terms acceptable to us.
We are required by federal regulatory authorities to maintain adequate levels of capital to support our operations. We believe the net proceeds of our initial public offering will be sufficient to permit us to maintain regulatory compliance for the foreseeable future. Nevertheless, we may elect to raise more capital to support our business or to finance acquisitions, if any, or we may otherwise elect or be required to raise additional capital in the future. Our ability to raise additional capital, if needed, will depend on conditions in the capital markets, economic conditions and a number of other factors, many of which are outside our control, and on our financial performance. We cannot assure you of our ability to raise additional capital if needed or on terms acceptable to us. If we cannot raise additional capital when needed, or if the terms of such a capital raise are not advantageous, it may have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations and prospects.
Increasing scrutiny and evolving expectations from customers, regulators, investors, and other stakeholders with respect to our environmental, social and governance practices may impose additional costs on us or expose us to new or additional risks.
Companies are facing increasing scrutiny from customers, regulators, investors, and other stakeholders related to their environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) practices and disclosure. Investor advocacy groups, investment funds and influential investors are also increasingly focused on these practices, especially as they relate to the environment, health and safety, diversity, labor conditions and human rights. Increased ESG related compliance costs could result in increases to our overall operational costs. Failure to adapt to or comply with regulatory requirements or investor or stakeholder expectations and standards could negatively impact our reputation, ability to do business with certain partners, and our stock price. New government regulations could also result in new or more stringent forms of ESG oversight and expanding mandatory and voluntary reporting, diligence, and disclosure.
There may be future sales of additional common stock or preferred stock or other dilution of our equity, which may adversely affect the market price of our common stock.
We are not restricted from issuing additional common stock or preferred stock, including any securities that are convertible into or exchangeable for, or that represent the right to receive, common stock or preferred stock or any substantially similar securities. The market value of our common stock could decline as a result of sales by us of a large number of shares of common stock or preferred stock or similar securities in the market or the perception that such sales could occur.
Our board of directors is authorized to allow us to issue additional common stock, as well as classes or series of preferred stock, generally without any action on the part of the stockholders. In addition, the board has the power, generally without stockholder approval, to set the terms of any such classes or series of preferred stock that may be issued, including voting rights, dividend rights and preferences over the common stock with respect to dividends or upon the liquidation, dissolution or winding-up of our business and other terms. If we issue preferred stock in the future that has a preference over the common stock with respect to the payment of dividends or upon liquidation, dissolution or winding-up, or if we issue preferred stock with voting rights that dilute the voting power of the common stock, the rights of holders of the common stock or the market value of the common stock could be adversely affected.
You may not receive dividends on our common stock.
Holders of our common stock are only entitled to receive such dividends as our board of directors may declare out of funds legally available for such payments. The declaration and payment of future cash dividends will be subject to, among other things, regulatory restrictions, our then current and projected consolidated operating results, financial condition, tax considerations, future growth plans, general economic conditions, and other factors our board of directors deems relevant. Richmond Mutual Bancorporation will depend primarily upon the proceeds it retained from the initial public offering as well as earnings of First Bank Richmond to provide funds to pay dividends on our common stock. The payment of dividends by First Bank Richmond is also subject to certain regulatory restrictions. Federal law generally prohibits a depository institution from making any capital distributions (including payment of a dividend) to its parent holding company if the depository institution would thereafter be or continue to be undercapitalized, and dividends by a depository institution are subject to additional limitations. As a result, any payment of dividends in the future by Richmond Mutual Bancorporation may depend on First Bank Richmond’s ability to satisfy these regulatory restrictions and its earnings, capital requirements, financial condition and other factors.
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Item 1B.    Unresolved Staff Comments
Not applicable.
Item 1C.    Cybersecurity

Risk Management and Strategy

The Company's Information Security Program ("ISP") is a robust framework overseen by the Information Technology Board Committee ("ITBC") and the IT Steering Committee ("ITSC"). These committees play a pivotal role in managing technology and cyber risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a controlled risk environment.
The ITBC meets quarterly, while the ITSC meets monthly. Meeting minutes from the ITSC are regularly submitted to the Board for review. These two committees jointly oversee the organization's information technology and cyber risk posture, focusing on the assessment of information and cybersecurity risks. Evaluated risks are subject to rigorous controls, ensuring both design and operational effectiveness and adherence to regulatory requirements. In instances where a risk is identified as inadequately controlled, remediation measures are implemented to reduce the risk to an acceptable level. This commitment to ongoing assessment and responsiveness enhances our ability to adapt to emerging threats and maintain a proactive stance in managing risks effectively.
The identification of risks is a multifaceted process that involves a range of activities. This includes monitoring of guidance issued by regulatory authorities, participating in professional forums, conducting both internal and external audits, collaborating with third-party services, reviewing policies, and adhering to best practice frameworks including Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council ("FFIEC") guidance and information security requirements established in the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act, along with other relevant state laws and agency regulations. Furthermore, we emphasize the importance of maintaining a collaborative relationship with third-party service providers/vendors. This collaborative approach enhances our risk management capabilities and ensures a shared commitment to maintaining a secure information environment.
Moreover, our commitment to robust risk management extends to the maintenance of a comprehensive Security Incident Response Plan ("SIRP"). This SIRP serves as a framework for effectively addressing and mitigating security incidents. Within this plan, we integrate accessible resources to fortify our response capabilities. This includes establishing collaborative partnerships with insurance providers, regulatory agencies, and law enforcement agencies, ensuring a seamless and coordinated approach in the event of a security incident. Recognizing the interdependence of our practices with service providers and vendors, we actively engage with our partners during the notification and investigation processes following a security incident. This collaborative effort is designed to foster complete visibility into the nature and scope of security risks and events, enabling a unified and effective response.
Our SIRP is dynamic and adaptable, evolving in tandem with the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. By regularly updating and refining our response strategies, we remain prepared to confront emerging threats.
As of the reporting period, the Company has not experienced any material cybersecurity events or incidents. Although third-party service providers have encountered cybersecurity events or incidents, these occurrences have not resulted in a material impact on our systems, computing environments, or data.
Governance
Our Board, supported by the ITBC and the ITSC, actively oversees our processes for management of cybersecurity risks and threats. The Board's responsibilities include the ongoing administration of the ISP, conducting an annual review, and granting approval. Regular reviews of reports by both the Board and the ITBC, submitted by the ITSC, ensure timely awareness of emerging concerns and facilitate continuous enhancements to our cybersecurity posture. In addition to governance oversight, the Board designates key roles crucial for effective cybersecurity management. This includes appointing the Information Security Officer ("ISO"), Chief Information Officer ("CIO"), and Chief Compliance Officer ("CCO"). The ISO and CIO roles are filled jointly by one individual, who has been with the organization for 19 years with over 25 years of experience in information technology. Our Chief Compliance Officer has been with the organization for over 36 years, with over 15 years of experience in compliance. These professionals bring diverse qualifications, certifications, and experience, ensuring a comprehensive approach to our information security initiatives.
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These qualifications and certifications include Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Banking Security Manager (CBSM), and Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP).
Our governance structure ensures a comprehensive approach to managing cybersecurity risks and threats, aligning with the Board-approved ISP. The ITBC, which is comprised of several Board members, the CIO, ISO, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer, is responsible for establishing and updating the Company's Risk Appetite Statement. The ITSC, appointed by the Board of Directors and comprised of the CIO, ISO, CCO and various other representatives from each area of the Bank, is responsible for overseeing ISP compliance. This involves delineating lines of responsibility and accountability for information security risk management decisions. The ITSC also reviews and approves significant changes to our control environments, ensuring that outside independent organizations conduct annual vulnerability assessments and penetration tests. Furthermore, they examine reports submitted by the ISO.
The ISO is responsible for reporting, at least annually, to the Board of Directors on the status of the ISP, including overall compliance, risk management, vendor management, audit and testing results, breaches and incidents, and recommended updates to the ISP.
Item 2.    Properties
We currently operate out of our corporate headquarters/financial center and 12 full-service offices, all of which are owned by us, and one drive through facility used for existing customer transaction purposes only and one loan production office, both of which are leased.  As of December 31, 2023, the net book value of our real properties, including land, was $13.3 million.  See also Note 6 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Item 8 of this report on Form 10-K.  In the opinion of management, the facilities are adequate and suitable for our current needs.  We may open additional banking offices to better serve current clients and to attract new clients in subsequent years.
Item 3.    Legal Proceedings
We are not involved in any pending legal proceedings as a plaintiff or defendant other than routine legal proceedings occurring in the ordinary course of business, and at December 31, 2023, we were not involved in any legal proceedings, the outcome of which would be material to our financial condition or results of operations.
Item 4.    Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
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PART II
Item 5.    Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
The common stock of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is listed on The NASDAQ Capital Market under the symbol "RMBI." There were approximately 440 shareholders of record of our common stock as of March 29, 2024.
Our cash dividend payout policy is reviewed regularly by management and the Board of Directors. During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company paid cash dividends equal to $0.56 per common share. Any dividends declared and paid in the future would depend upon a number of factors, including capital requirements, our financial condition and results of operations, tax considerations, statutory and regulatory limitations, and general economic conditions.  No assurances can be given that any dividends will be paid or that, if paid, will not be reduced or eliminated in future periods. Our future payment of dividends may depend, in part, upon receipt of dividends from First Bank Richmond, which are restricted by federal regulations.
Equity Compensation Plan Information.  The equity compensation plan information presented in Part III, Item 12 of this Form 10-K is incorporated herein by reference.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities. The following table sets forth information with respect to our repurchases of our outstanding common shares during the three months ended December 31, 2023:
Total number of shares purchased Average price paid per share Total number of shares purchased as part of publicly announced plans or programs
Maximum number of shares that may yet be purchased under the plans or programs (1)
October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023 35,646 $ 10.28  35,646 923,965 
November 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023 32,753 10.46  32,753 891,212 
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023 23,176 11.53  23,176 868,036 
91,575 $ 10.66  91,575
(1) On June 6, 2023, the Company announced that the Board of Directors approved an amendment to the Company's existing stock repurchase program authorizing the purchase of up to 321,386 shares of the Company's issued and outstanding common stock in addition to the 827,554 shares remaining available for repurchase at that date under the existing program, and extending the stock repurchase program's expiration date to June 6, 2024, unless completed sooner.
Item 6.    [Reserved]
Item 7.    MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain matters in this Form 10-K may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Forward-looking statements are not statements of historical fact, are based on certain assumptions and are generally identified by use of words such as “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “forecasts,” “intends,” “plans,” “targets,” “potentially,” “probably,” “projects,” “outlook” or similar expressions or future or conditional verbs such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “would,” and “could.”   These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
•statements of our goals, intentions and expectations;
•statements regarding our business plans, prospects, growth and operating strategies;
•statements regarding the quality of our loan and investment portfolios; and
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•estimates of our risks and future costs and benefits.
You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made.  These forward-looking statements are based on our current beliefs and expectations and, by their nature, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change.
Important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from the results anticipated or projected, include, but are not limited to, the following:

•potential adverse impacts to economic conditions in our local market areas, other markets where the Company has lending relationships, or other aspects of the Company's business operations or financial markets, including, without limitation, as a result of employment levels, labor shortages and the effects of inflation, a potential recession or slowed economic growth;

•changes in the interest rate environment, including the recent past increases in the Federal Reserve benchmark rate and duration at which such elevated interest rate levels are maintained, which could adversely affect our revenues and expenses, the value of assets and obligations, and the availability and cost of capital and liquidity;

•the impact of continuing high inflation and the current and future monetary policies of the Federal Reserve in response thereto;

•the effects of any federal government shutdowns;
•general economic conditions, either nationally or in our market areas, which are worse than expected;
•changes in the level and direction of loan or lease delinquencies and write-offs and changes in estimates of the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses;
•our ability to access cost-effective funding;
•fluctuations in real estate values, and residential, commercial and multifamily real estate market conditions;
•demand for loans and deposits in our market area;
•our ability to implement and change our business strategies;
•competition among depository and other financial institutions and equipment financing companies;
•inflation and changes in the interest rate environment that reduce our margins and yields, our mortgage banking revenues, the fair value of financial instruments or our level of loan originations, or increase the level of defaults, losses and prepayments on loans and leases we have made and make;
•adverse changes in the securities or secondary mortgage markets;
•changes in the quality or composition of our loan, lease or investment portfolios;
•our ability to keep pace with technological changes, including our ability to identify and address cyber-security risks such as data security breaches, "denial of service" attacks, "hacking" and identity theft, and other attacks on our information technology systems or on the third-party vendors who perform several of our critical processing functions;
•the inability of third-party providers to perform as expected;
•our ability to manage market risk, credit risk and operational risk in the current economic environment;
•our ability to enter new markets successfully and capitalize on growth opportunities;
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•our ability to retain key employees;
•our compensation expense associated with equity allocated or awarded to our employees;
•changes in the financial condition, results of operations or future prospects of issuers of securities that we own;
•our ability to successfully integrate into our operations any assets, liabilities, customers, systems and management personnel we may acquire and our ability to realize related revenue synergies and cost savings within expected time frames, and any goodwill charges related thereto;
•changes in consumer spending, borrowing and savings habits;
•changes in accounting policies and practices, as may be adopted by the bank regulatory agencies, the Financial Accounting Standards Board, the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, including additional guidance and interpretation on accounting issues and details of the implementation of new accounting methods;
•legislative or regulatory changes such as the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the "Dodd-Frank Act") and its implementing regulations that adversely affect our business, and the availability of resources to address such changes;
•our ability to pay dividends on our common stock;
•the effects of climate change, severe weather events, natural disasters, pandemics, epidemics and other public health crises, acts of war or terrorism, and other external events on our business;
•other economic, competitive, governmental, regulatory, and technical factors affecting our operations, pricing, products and services; and
•the other risks described elsewhere in this Form 10 K and our other reports filed with and furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).
We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements included in this report or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those contained in such statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.  In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the forward-looking statements discussed in this report might not occur and you should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements.  
Additional factors that may affect our results are discussed under Part I, Item 1A in this document under the heading “Risk Factors.”
General
Our principal business consists of attracting deposits from the general public, as well as brokered deposits, and investing those funds primarily in loans secured by first mortgages on owner-occupied, one- to four-family residences, a variety of consumer loans, direct financing leases, commercial and industrial loans, and loans secured by commercial and multi-family real estate. We also obtain funds by utilizing FHLB advances. Funds not invested in loans generally are invested in investment securities, including mortgage-backed and mortgage-related securities and agency and municipal bonds.
Our results of operations are primarily dependent on net interest income. Net interest income is the difference between interest income, which is the income that is earned on loans and investments, and interest expense, which is the interest that is paid on deposits and borrowings. Other significant sources of pre-tax income are service charges (mostly from service charges on deposit accounts and loan servicing fees), and fees from the sale of residential mortgage loans originated for sale in the secondary market. We may also recognize income from the sale of investment securities.
At December 31, 2023, on a consolidated basis, we had $1.5 billion in assets, $1.1 billion in loans, $1.0 billion in deposits and $134.9 million in stockholders’ equity.  First Bank Richmond’s risk-based capital ratio at December 31, 2023 was 14.1%, exceeding the 10.0% requirement for a well-capitalized institution.  For the year ended December 31, 2023, we reported net income of $9.5 million, compared with net income of $13.0 million for 2022.
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Critical Accounting Estimates
We prepare our consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP. In doing so, we have to make estimates and assumptions. Our critical accounting estimates are those estimates that involve a significant level of uncertainty at the time the estimate was made, and changes in the estimate that are reasonably likely to occur from period to period, or use of different estimates that we reasonably could have used in the current period, would have a material impact on our financial condition or results of operations. Accordingly, actual results could differ materially from our estimates. We base our estimates on past experience and other assumptions that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances, and we evaluate these estimates on an ongoing basis. We have reviewed our critical accounting estimates with the audit committee of our Board of Directors.
See Note 1 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for a summary of significant accounting policies and the effect on our financial statements.
Allowance for Credit Losses. The allowance for credit losses applies to all financial instruments carried at amortized cost. We maintain an allowance for credit losses on loans and leases based on expected future credit losses at the balance sheet date. Loan and lease losses are charged against the allowance when management believes the uncollectibility of a loan or lease balance is confirmed. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. Allocations of the allowance may be made for specific loans, but the entire allowance is available for any loan that, in our judgment, should be charged-off. A provision for credit losses for loans and leases is charged to operations based on our periodic evaluation of the necessary balance in the allowance.
Determining the appropriateness of the allowance for credit losses is complex and requires judgement by management on future factors that are unknown. We have an established process to determine the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses. The determination of the allowance is inherently subjective, as it requires significant estimates, including the amounts and timing of expected future cash flows on similarly-risked loans in their respective segments, the amounts and timing of expected future cash flows on collateral-dependent loans, movement through risk-ratings, economic forecasts, the nature and volume of the portfolio, information about specific borrower situations and estimated collateral values, economic conditions and other factors, all of which may be susceptible to significant change.
At January 1, 2023, we established an allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments as part of our transition to CECL. This allowance is held and monitored separately from our allowance for credit losses on loans and leases and is periodically adjusted. Significant estimates are used to determine the allowance, including expected future losses of the loan and lease portfolio, changes in composition, information about specific borrower situations and risk-rating adjustments, probability of funding, economic conditions and other factors, all of which may be susceptible to significant change. A provision for credit losses for unfunded commitments is charged to operations periodically upon evaluation of the necessary balance in the allowance.
Available for Sale Securities. Under Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Codification Topic 320 (ASC320), Investments-Debt, investment securities must be classified as held to maturity, available for sale or trading. Management determines the appropriate classification at the time of purchase. The classification of securities is significant since it directly impacts the accounting for unrealized gains and losses on securities. Debt securities are classified as held to maturity and carried at amortized cost when management has the positive intent and we have the ability to hold the securities to maturity. Securities not classified as held to maturity are classified as available for sale and are carried at fair value, with the unrealized holding gains and losses, net of tax, reported in other comprehensive income and which do not affect earnings until realized.
The fair values of our securities are generally determined by reference to quoted prices from reliable independent sources utilizing observable inputs. Certain of our fair values of securities are determined using models whose significant value drivers or assumptions are unobservable and are significant to the fair value of the securities. These models are utilized when quoted prices are not available for certain securities or in markets where trading activity has slowed or ceased. When quoted prices are not available and are not provided by third party pricing services, management judgment is necessary to determine fair value. As such, fair value is determined using discounted cash flow analysis models, incorporating default rates, estimation of prepayment characteristics and implied volatilities.
We evaluate all securities on a quarterly basis, and more frequently when economic conditions warrant additional evaluations, for determining if any impairment exists as defined in ASC 326. If an impairment has occurred, it must be determined if the impairment is due to credit or non-credit related factors. In evaluating the possible impairment of securities, consideration is given to the extent to which the fair value is less than cost, the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer, and our ability and intent to retain our investment in the issuer for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in fair value.
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In analyzing an issuer’s financial condition, we may consider whether the securities are issued by the federal government or its agencies or government sponsored agencies, whether downgrades by bond rating agencies have occurred, and the results of reviews of the issuer’s financial condition.
If management determines that an investment experienced an impairment that is credit-related, it must then be determined if we intend to sell the security, or if it is more likely than not that we will be required to sell the security, before the recovery of its amortized cost basis. If either of these circumstances are present, then the impairment will be recognized in earnings with a corresponding adjustment to the amortized cost basis of the security. If we do not intend to sell the security and it is more likely than not that we will not be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, the present values of expected cash flows to be collected from the security will be compared against the amortized cost basis of the security. If the amortized cost basis of the security is greater than the present cash flows expected from the security, a credit loss would exist and it would determine the amount of allowance, if any, that would be deemed needed. A needed allowance would result in an allowance recognized on the balance sheet, with a corresponding adjustment to earnings, limited to the amount that fair value is less than the amortized cost basis of the security. After recognizing a credit loss through an allowance, periodic assessments are necessary to determine increases or decreases to the credit loss, which require adjustments to the allowance. Any adjustments would be recognized through earnings, not to exceed the net amount of the allowance as limited to the amount that amortized cost exceeds fair value.
Management Strategy
We are a community-oriented financial institution dedicated to serving the needs of customers in our primary market area. Our commitment is to offer a full array of consumer and commercial banking products and services to meet the needs of our customers. We offer mortgage lending products to qualified borrowers to give them the broadest access to home ownership in our markets. We offer commercial lending products and services tailored to complement their businesses. Our goal is to maintain asset quality while continuing to build our strong capital position while looking for growth opportunities in the markets we serve. To achieve these goals, we will focus on the following strategies:
Lending. We believe that commercial lending offers an opportunity to enhance our profitability while managing credit, interest rate and operational risk. We seek quality commercial loan opportunities in our existing markets and purchase loan participations that complement our existing portfolios. We will continue to focus our efforts on our existing markets as well as to further develop the Columbus, Ohio market through our loan production office. We anticipate that the majority of our commercial and multi-family real estate and commercial construction loan originations will range in size from $1.0 million to $8.0 million, while the majority of our commercial and industrial loan originations will range in size from $250,000 to $1.5 million.  At December 31, 2023, our commercial loan portfolio, which includes commercial and multi-family real estate loans, commercial and industrial loans and construction loans, totaled $753.6 million, or 68.0% of total loans and leases, with approximately $253.5 million of these loans, or 33.6% of our total loans and leases, located in the Columbus, Ohio market.
Deposit Services. Deposits are our primary source of funds for lending and investment. We intend to continue to focus on increasing core deposits (which we define as all deposits except for certificates of deposit of $250,000 or more and brokered certificates of deposit) in our primary market area, with a particular emphasis on noninterest-bearing deposits. We will continue to enhance our offering of retail deposit products to maintain and increase our market share, while continuing to build our product offering of commercial deposit products to strengthen our relationships with our business customers. Core deposits represented 68.7% of our total deposits as of December 31, 2023.
Balance Sheet Growth. As a result of our efforts to build our management and infrastructure, we believe we are well-positioned to increase the size of our balance sheet without a proportional increase in overhead expense or operating risk. Accordingly, we intend to increase, on a managed basis, our assets and liabilities, particularly loans and deposits.
Asset Quality. We believe that strong asset quality is a key to long-term financial success. Our strategy for credit risk management focuses on an experienced team of credit professionals, well-defined credit policies and procedures, appropriate loan underwriting criteria and active credit monitoring. Our non-performing loans to total loans ratio was 0.72% at December 31, 2023.
Capital Position. Our policy has always been to protect the safety and soundness of First Bank Richmond through credit and operational risk management, balance sheet strength, and sound operations. The end result of these activities has been a capital ratio in excess of the well-capitalized standards set by our regulators. We believe that maintaining a strong capital position safeguards the long-term interests of First Bank Richmond.
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Interest Rate Risk Management. Changes in interest rates are our primary market risk as our balance sheet is almost entirely comprised of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities. As such, fluctuations in interest rates have a significant impact not only upon our net income but also upon the cash flows related to those assets and liabilities and the market value of our assets and liabilities. In order to maintain what we believe to be acceptable levels of net interest income in varying interest rate environments, we actively manage our interest rate risk and assume a moderate amount of interest rate risk consistent with board policies.
Selected Consolidated Financial and Other Data
The Financial Condition Data and Operating Data as of and for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 are derived from the audited financial statements and related notes included elsewhere in this Form 10-K. The following information is only a summary and is qualified in its entirety by the detailed information included elsewhere herein and should be read along with Item 7, “Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Form 10-K.
At December 31,
2023 2022
(In thousands)
Selected Financial Condition Data:
Total assets $ 1,461,024  $ 1,328,026 
Loans and leases, net(1)
1,090,073  961,691 
Securities available for sale, at fair value 282,688  284,900 
Investment securities, at amortized cost 4,950  6,672 
FHLB stock 12,647  9,947 
Deposits 1,041,140  1,005,261 
FHLB advances 271,000  180,000 
Stockholders’ equity 134,860  132,385 
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(1) Net of allowances for credit losses, loans in process and deferred loan fees.

Years Ended December 31,
2023 2022
(In thousands)
Selected Operations Data:
Total interest income $ 67,410  $ 51,858 
Total interest expense 29,748  10,219 
Net interest income 37,662  41,639 
Provision for credit losses 532  600 
Net interest income after provision for credit losses 37,130  41,039 
Service charges on deposit accounts 1,115  1,050 
Card fee income 1,259  1,210 
Loan and lease servicing fees 448  862 
Gain on loan and lease sales 518  639 
Other income 1,271  1,105 
Total non-interest income 4,611  4,866 
Total non-interest expenses 30,738  30,157 
Income before provision for income taxes 11,003  15,748 
Provision for income taxes 1,516  2,783 
Net income $ 9,487  $ 12,965 


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At or For the
Years Ended December 31,
2023 2022
Selected Financial Ratios and Other Data:
Performance ratios:
Return on average assets (ratio of net income to average total assets) 0.68  % 1.01  %
Return on average equity (ratio of net income to average equity) 7.36  % 8.79  %
Yield on interest-earning assets 4.98  % 4.18  %
Rate paid on interest-bearing liabilities 2.59  % 1.01  %
Interest rate spread information:
Average during period 2.39  % 3.17  %
End of period 2.27  % 3.09  %
Net interest margin(1)
2.78  % 3.36  %
Operating expense to average total assets 2.20  % 2.35  %
Average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities 117.81  % 122.34  %
Efficiency ratio(2)
72.71  % 64.85  %
Asset quality ratios:
Non-performing assets to total assets(3)
0.56  % 0.69  %
Non-performing loans and leases to total gross loans and leases(4)
0.72  % 0.94  %
Allowance for credit losses on loans and leases to non-performing loans and leases(4)
195.80  % 135.28  %
Allowance for credit losses on loans and leases to total gross loans and leases 1.42  % 1.27  %
Net charge-offs to average outstanding loans and leases during the period 0.06  % 0.03  %
Capital ratios:
Common equity tier 1 capital (to risk weighted assets)(5)
12.85  % 13.23  %
Tier 1 leverage (core) capital (to adjusted tangible assets)(5)
10.64  % 11.20  %
Tier 1 risk-based capital (to risk weighted assets)(5)
12.85  % 13.23  %
Total risk-based capital (to risk weighted assets)(5)
14.10  % 14.31  %
Equity to total assets at end of period 9.23  % 10.01  %
Average equity to average assets 9.20  % 11.51  %
Per share data:
Basic earnings per share $ 0.91  $ 1.20 
Diluted earnings per share 0.91  1.17 
Cash dividends paid 0.56  0.40 
Book value at year end 12.03  11.28 
Tangible book value at year end (6)
12.03  11.28 
Other data:
Number of full-service offices 12  12 
Full-time equivalent employees 176  181 
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(1)Net interest income divided by average interest earning assets.
(2)Total non-interest expenses as a percentage of net interest income and total non-interest income.
(3)Non-performing assets consist of nonaccrual loans and leases, accruing loans and leases more than 90 days past due, and foreclosed assets.
(4)Non-performing loans and leases consist of nonaccrual loans and leases and accruing loans and leases more than 90 days past due.
(5)Capital ratios are for First Bank Richmond.
(6)Tangible book value per share is a non-GAAP measure used by management and others within the financial services industry. Tangible book value per share is calculated by dividing tangible common equity by the number of shares outstanding.

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Financial Condition at December 31, 2023 Compared to December 31, 2022
General. Total assets increased $133.0 million, or 10.0%, to $1.5 billion at December 31, 2023 from December 31, 2022. The increase was driven by a $128.4 million, or 13.3%, increase in the loan and lease portfolio, net of allowance for credit losses on loans and leases, partially offset by a $3.9 million, or 1.3% decrease in investment securities. The increase in loans and leases was primarily funded by a $91.0 million, or 50.6%, increase in FHLB advances and a $35.9 million, or 3.6%, increase in deposits.
Loans and Leases. Our loan and lease portfolio, net of allowance for credit losses on loans and leases, increased $128.4 million, or 13.3%, to $1.1 billion at December 31, 2023 from $961.7 million at December 31, 2022. The majority of the growth occurred in commercial real estate loans which increased $43.5 million, or 14.6%, to $341.6 million, and in direct financing leases which increased $23.1 million, or 17.3%, to $156.6 million at December 31, 2023 compared to the prior year. We also experienced a $13.8 million, or 11.1%, increase in multi-family loans, a $15.9 million, or 10.1%, increase in residential real estate loans (including home equity lines of credit), a $17.9 million, or 12.8%, increase in construction and development loans, a $15.0 million, or 14.9% increase in commercial and industrial loans, and a $2.2 million, or 10.5%, increase in consumer loans.
The following table presents information concerning the composition of our loan and lease portfolio in dollar amounts and in percentages (before deductions for loans in process, deferred fees and discounts and allowances for credit losses on loans and leases) as of the dates indicated.
At December 31,
2023 2022
Amount Percent Amount Percent
(Dollars in thousands)
Real estate loans:
Residential mortgage(1)
$ 162,123  14.65  % $ 146,129  14.99  %
Home equity lines of credit 10,904  0.99  11,010  1.13 
Multi-family 138,757  12.54  124,914  12.81 
Commercial mortgage 341,633  30.87  298,087  30.57 
Construction and development 157,805  14.26  139,923  14.35 
Total real estate loans 811,222  73.31  720,063  73.85 
Consumer loans 23,264  2.10  21,048  2.16 
Commercial business loans and leases:
Commercial and industrial 115,428  10.43  100,420  10.30 
Leases 156,598  14.15  133,469  13.69 
Total commercial business loans and leases 272,026  24.58  233,889  23.99 
Total loans and leases 1,106,512  100.00  % 975,000  100.00  %
Less:        
Deferred fees and discounts 776  896 
Allowance for credit losses on loans and leases 15,663  12,413 
Total loans and leases, net $ 1,090,073  $ 961,691 
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(1)Includes $6.4 million and $4.7 million of loans secured by second mortgages on residential properties at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
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Nonperforming loans and leases, consisting of nonaccrual loans and leases and accruing loan and leases more than 90 days past due, totaled $8.0 million, or 0.72% of total loans and leases at December 31, 2023, compared to $9.2 million, or 0.94% of total loans and leases at December 31, 2022. The decrease in nonperforming loans was primarily attributable to a $1.3 million decrease in commercial and industrial loans, primarily due to one loan of $1.3 million secured by business assets and a second mortgage, previously past due more than 90 days and still accruing that was paid off in 2023. At December 31, 2023, our largest nonperforming loan was a $4.9 million nonaccrual commercial construction and development loan that is currently subject to litigation between the developer and other parties. At the time of origination, this loan had a loan to value ratio of 73%.
Allowance for Credit Losses. On January 1, 2023, the Company adopted the accounting standard referred to as CECL. As a result of the change in methodology from the incurred loss method to the CECL method, on January 1, 2023 the Company recorded a one-time adjustment from equity into the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases in the amount of $2.0 million, net of tax. The allowance for credit losses on loans and leases totaled $15.7 million, or 1.42% of total loans and leases outstanding at December 31, 2023. At December 31, 2022, prior to the adoption of CECL, the allowance for loan and lease losses totaled $12.4 million, or 1.27% of total loans and leases outstanding. Additionally, as a part of CECL adoption, the Company established an allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments by recording a one-time adjustment from equity of $1.8 million. This allowance, which is reported in other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, totaled $1.6 million at December 31, 2023. Net charge-offs during 2023 were $678,000 compared to net charge-offs of $295,000 during 2022.
Management regularly analyzes conditions within its geographic markets and evaluates its loan and lease portfolio. The Company evaluated its exposure to potential loan and lease losses as of December 31, 2023, which evaluation included consideration of persistent inflation, higher interest rates, a weakened economic growth and unemployment outlook, stock market volatility, and increased geopolitical risk. Credit metrics are being reviewed and stress testing is being performed on the loan portfolio on an ongoing basis. Potentially higher risk segments of the portfolio, such as hotels and restaurants, are being closely monitored.
Investment Securities. Investment securities decreased $3.9 million, or 1.3%, to $287.6 million at December 31, 2023, from $291.6 million at December 31, 2022. The decrease was primarily due to maturities and paydowns of securities of $22.5 million, partially offset by a $8.5 million upward mark-to-market adjustment in the fair value of securities available for sale and the purchase of $11.2 million of new securities.
Deposits. Total deposits increased $35.9 million, or 3.6%, to $1.0 billion at December 31, 2023 compared to December 31, 2022.  This increase was primarily due to an increase in non-brokered time deposits of $46.4 million, or 22.9%, as well as an increase in brokered time deposits of $10.9 million, or 4.2%. These increases were partially offset by a decrease of $23.9 million, or 8.5%, in savings and money market accounts, and a $5.6 million, or 3.6%, decrease in interest-bearing demand deposits. Management attributes the shift in funds to customers taking advantage of higher rates being paid on time deposits in 2023 as a result of interest rate hikes enacted by the Federal Reserve. At December 31, 2023, brokered deposits equaled $268.8 million, or 25.8% of total deposits compared to $257.9 million, or 25.7% of total deposits at December 31, 2022. At December 31, 2023, noninterest-bearing deposits totaled $114.4 million, or 11.0% of total deposits, compared to $106.4 million, or 10.6%, of total deposits at December 31, 2022.
As of December 31, 2023, approximately $216.0 million of our deposit portfolio, or 20.7% of total deposits, excluding collateralized public deposits, was uninsured. The uninsured amounts are estimated based on the methodologies and assumptions used for First Bank Richmond’s regulatory reporting requirements.
Borrowings. Borrowings, consisting solely of FHLB advances, totaled $271.0 million at December 31, 2023, compared to $180.0 million at December 31, 2022. The additional borrowings were used to fund loan growth.
Stockholders’ Equity. Stockholders’ equity totaled $134.9 million at December 31, 2023, an increase of $2.5 million, or 1.9%, from December 31, 2022. The increase in stockholders’ equity primarily was the result of net income of $9.5 million and a decrease in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (“AOCL”) of $6.7 million, partially offset by the payment of $5.9 million in dividends to Company stockholders, the repurchase of $6.3 million of Company common stock, and the one-time adjustment to retained earnings of $3.8 million for the adoption of CECL during the first quarter. The decrease in AOCL is primarily due to the improvement in mark-to-market values associated with our available-for-sale investment securities portfolio. At December 31, 2023, the available for sale portfolio had a net unrealized loss of $54.5 million compared to a net unrealized loss of $63.0 million at December 31, 2022. The AOCL impact to equity, after tax effecting the unrealized loss, was $43.0 million at December 31, 2023, compared to $49.8 million at December 31, 2022. First Bank Richmond was considered “well-capitalized” as defined by all regulatory standards as of December 31, 2023.
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Comparison of Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
General. Net income totaled $9.5 million for 2023 compared to $13.0 million in 2022, a decrease of $3.5 million or 26.8%. The decrease in net income was due to a $19.5 million, or 191.1%, increase in interest expense, a $256,000, or 5.3%, decrease in non-interest income and a $583,000, or 1.9%, increase in non-interest expense, partially offset by a $15.6 million, or 30.0%, increase in interest income and a $1.3 million, or 45.5%, decrease in income tax expense.
Interest Income. Total interest income for 2023 increased $15.6 million or 30.0% over 2022. The increase primarily was a result of an 80 basis point increase in the average yield on interest earning assets, alongside $114.1 million increase in the average balance of interest earning assets. Interest earned on loans and leases increased $14.2 million, or 31.8%, due to a $146.6 million increase in the average balance of and a 66 basis point increase in the average yield earned on loans and leases. Interest earned on investment securities, excluding FHLB stock, increased $491,000, or 7.3%, due to a 42 basis point increase in the average yield, partially offset by a $33.3 million decrease in the average balance of the portfolio. Dividends on FHLB stock increased $452,000, or 113.3%, during 2023 compared to the prior year. The average yield on FHLB stock during 2023 was 7.92%, up 387 basis points from 4.05% during the prior year, while the average balance of FHLB stock outstanding during 2023 was $10.8 million, up from $9.9 million during 2022. Interest on cash and cash equivalents increased $409,000 due to a 298 basis point increase in the average yield.
Interest Expense. Total interest expense increased $19.5 million, or 191.1%, to $29.7 million during 2023 compared to $10.2 million during 2022. The increase primarily was the result of an increase in the average cost of certificate of deposit accounts, savings and money market accounts, and borrowings and, to a lesser extent, an increase in average balance of certificate of deposit accounts and borrowings. The average rate paid on certificate of deposit accounts increased 213 basis points to 3.29% from 1.16% in 2022, while the average balance of certificate of deposit accounts increased $125.3 million, or 32.6%, to $509.3 million in 2023 compared to $384.0 million in 2022, resulting a $12.3 million increase in interest expense. The average rate paid on savings and money market accounts increased 106 basis points to 1.82% from 0.76% in 2022, while the average balance of those accounts decreased $10.2 million, or 3.6%, to $274.5 million in 2023 compared to $284.7 million in 2022, resulting a $2.8 million increase in interest expense. The average balance of interest-bearing checking accounts decreased $17.2 million, or 10.4%, to $148.0 million in 2023 from $165.2 million in 2022, while the average rate paid on interest-bearing checking accounts increased 39 basis points to 0.71% in 2023 from 0.32% in 2022, resulting in a $520,000 increase in interest expense. Interest expense on borrowings, consisting solely of FHLB advances, increased $3.8 million, or 124.4%, due to a 146 basis point increase on the average rate paid to 3.18% in 2023 from 1.72% in 2022, and a $38.1 million, or 21.1%, increase in the average balance of borrowings to $218.0 million in 2023 from $180.0 million in 2022.
Net Interest Income. Net interest income before provision for credit losses decreased $4.0 million, or 9.5%, to $37.7 million in 2023 compared to $41.6 million in 2022, primarily due to a 78 basis point decrease in the average interest rate spread. Our net interest margin in 2023 was 2.78%, a decrease of 58 basis points compared to 2022 as a result of a decline in net interest income coupled with an increase in average-interest earning assets during the year.
Since March 2022, in response to inflation, the Federal Open Market Committee (“FOMC”) of the Federal Reserve System has increased the target range for the federal funds rate by 500 basis points, including 100 basis points during 2023, to a range of 5.25% to 5.50%. While net interest income benefited from the repricing impact of the higher interest rate environment on earning asset yields, the benefits were offset by the higher cost of interest-bearing deposit accounts and borrowings which tend to be shorter in duration than our assets and re-price or reset faster than assets.
Provision for Credit Losses. The provision for credit losses in 2023 was $532,000, a $68,000, or 11.3%, decrease compared to $600,000 in 2022. The provision for credit losses reflects the amount required to maintain the allowance for credit losses at an appropriate level based upon management’s evaluation of the adequacy of collective and individual loss reserves. As a result of the adoption of CECL on January 1, 2023, the provision for credit losses calculated prior to that date was determined using the previously applied incurred loss methodology rather than the CECL methodology, and as a result the amounts are not directly comparable. Net charge-offs during 2023 were $678,000 compared to net charge-offs of $295,000 in 2022. The allowance for credit losses on loans and leases as a percentage of the total loan and lease portfolio was 1.42% at year-end 2023, compared to 1.27% at year-end 2022. Net charge-offs in 2023 equaled 0.06% of total average loans and leases outstanding compared to net charge-offs of 0.03% of total average loans and leases outstanding in 2022.
Non-interest Income. Total non-interest income decreased $256,000, or 5.3%, to $4.6 million for 2023 compared to $4.9 million for 2022. The decrease was primarily driven by a decrease in loan and lease servicing fees of $414,000, or 48.0%, to $448,000 in 2023 from $862,000 in 2022, as a recovery of mortgage servicing rights of $380,000 was recognized in 2022 and not replicated in 2023. Net gains on loan and lease sales decreased $121,000, or 19.0%, to $518,000 in 2023 from $639,000 in 2022, as mortgage banking activity declined due to lower refinancing activity, a lower supply of houses for sale in the Bank's market area, and increases in residential mortgage rates.
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Partially offsetting these decreases were increases in other income and service charges on deposit accounts. Other income increased $165,000, or 14.9%, to $1.3 million during 2023 compared to $1.1 million during 2022 primarily due to fees earned from our participation in a loan hedging program with a correspondent bank, along with increased wealth management income. Service charges on deposit accounts increased $65,000, or 6.2%, to $1.1 million during 2023 compared to $1.0 million during 2022 as a result of increased demand deposit account service fees and non-sufficient funds fees. In addition, card fee income increased $49,000, or 4.1%, due to increased debit card usage.
Non-interest Expenses. Total non-interest expense increased $582,000, or 1.9%, to $30.7 million during 2023 compared to 2022, primarily due to increases in deposit insurance expense, data processing fees, and legal and professional fees, partially offset by decreases in salaries and employee benefits and equipment expenses.
Deposit insurance expense increased $669,000, or 135.4%, to $1.2 million in 2023 from $494,000 in 2022, due to a change in our asset and deposit mix, as well as an increase in the initial base deposit insurance assessment rate during 2023. Data processing fees increased $636,000, or 23.4%, to $3.3 million in 2023 from $2.7 million in 2022, primarily due to increased software and core provider expenses. Legal and professional fees increased $178,000, or 12.5%, to $1.6 million in 2023 from $1.4 in 2022, primarily due to increased accounting services expense. Salaries and employee benefits decreased $1.0 million, or 5.6%, to $17.4 million in 2023 from $18.5 million in 2022, primarily due to decreased bonus expense. Equipment expenses decreased $141,000, or 11.1%, to $1.1 million in 2023 from $1.3 million in 2022, primarily due to decreased depreciation expenses.
Income Tax Expense. Income tax expense decreased $1.3 million in 2023 compared to 2022.  This decrease in income tax expense was primarily due to pretax income decreasing $4.7 million, or 30.1%, and a lower effective tax rate in 2023. The effective tax rate for the year ended 2023 was 13.8% compared to 17.7% in 2022. The decline in the effective tax rate primarily was due to the use of a pooled captive insurance company, which was formed during 2022, that allows the Company to assume more control over insurance risks, as well as tax deductions related to the employee stock ownership plan.
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Average Balances, Interest and Average Yields/Cost
The following tables set forth for the periods indicated, information regarding average balances of assets and liabilities as well as the total dollar amounts of interest income from average interest-earning assets and interest expense on average interest-bearing liabilities, resultant yields, interest rate spread, net interest margin (otherwise known as net yield on interest-earning assets), and the ratio of average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities. Average balances have been calculated using daily balances. Average balances of loans and leases receivable include loans held for sale. Non-accruing loans have been included in the table as loans carrying a zero yield. Loan fees are included in interest income on loans and are not material.

Years Ended December 31,
2023 2022
Average
Balance
Outstanding
Interest
Earned/
Paid
Yield/
Rate
Average
Balance
Outstanding
Interest
Earned/
Paid
Yield/
Rate
(Dollars in thousands)
Interest-earning assets:
Loans and leases receivable $ 1,044,471  $ 58,794  5.63  % $ 897,918  $ 44,594  4.97  %
Securities 285,600  7,203  2.52  % 318,917  6,712  2.10  %
FHLB stock 10,750  851  7.92  % 9,856  399  4.05  %
Cash and cash equivalents and other 13,728  562  4.09  % 13,739  153  1.11  %
Total interest-earning assets 1,354,549  67,410  4.98  % 1,240,430  51,858  4.18  %
Non-earning assets 45,212  40,659 
Total assets 1,399,761  1,281,089 
Interest-bearing liabilities:
Savings and money market accounts 274,497  4,989  1.82  % 284,725  2,153  0.76  %
Interest-bearing checking accounts 147,964  1,054  0.71  % 165,213  534  0.32  %
Certificate accounts 509,316  16,767  3.29  % 384,038  4,441  1.16  %
Borrowings 218,025  6,938  3.18  % 179,966  3,091  1.72  %
Total interest-bearing liabilities 1,149,802  29,748  2.59  % 1,013,942  10,219  1.01  %
Noninterest-bearing demand deposits 107,192  111,990 
Other liabilities 13,924  7,686 
Stockholders' equity 128,843  147,471 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 1,399,761  1,281,089 
Net interest income $ 37,662  $ 41,639 
Net earning assets $ 204,747  $ 226,488 
Net interest rate spread(1)
2.39  % 3.17  %
Net interest margin(2)
2.78  % 3.36  %
Average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities 117.81  % 122.34  %
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(1)Net interest rate spread represents the difference between the weighted average yield on interest-earning assets and the weighted average rate of interest-bearing liabilities.
(2)Net interest margin represents net interest income divided by average total interest-earning assets.
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Rate/Volume Analysis
The following schedule presents the dollar amount of changes in interest income and interest expense for major components of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities. It distinguishes between the changes related to outstanding balances and that due to the changes in interest rates. For each category of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, information is provided on changes attributable to (i) changes in volume (i.e., changes in volume multiplied by old rate) and (ii) changes in rate (i.e., changes in rate multiplied by old volume). For purposes of this table, changes attributable to both rate and volume, which cannot be segregated, have been allocated proportionately to the change due to volume and the change due to rate.
Years Ended
December 31,
2023 vs. 2022
Increase/
(decrease)
due to
Total
increase/ (decrease)
Volume Rate
(In thousands)
Interest-earning assets:
Loans and leases receivable $ 7,295  $ 6,905  $ 14,200 
Securities (687) 1,178  491 
FHLB stock 36  416  452 
Cash and cash equivalents and other —  409  409 
Total interest-earning assets $ 6,644  $ 8,908  $ 15,552 
Interest-bearing liabilities:
Savings and money market accounts $ (78) $ 2,914  $ 2,836 
Interest-bearing checking accounts (55) 575  520 
Certificate accounts 1,456  10,870  12,326 
Borrowings 656  3,191  3,847 
Total interest-bearing liabilities $ 1,979  $ 17,550  $ 19,529 
Change in net interest income $ (3,977)
Capital and Liquidity
Capital. Shareholders' equity totaled $134.9 million at December 31, 2023 and $132.4 million at December 31, 2022. In addition to net income of $9.5 million, other sources of capital during 2023 included $612,000 related to the allocation of ESOP shares during the year, $1.6 million related to stock-based compensation and a decrease in AOCL of $6.7 million. Uses of capital during 2023 included $5.9 million of dividends paid on common stock and $6.3 million of stock repurchases. The decrease in AOCL primarily was due to the improvement in mark-to-market values associated with the Company's available-for-sale investment securities portfolio.
We paid regular quarterly cash dividends of $0.14 per common share during 2023, compared to $0.10 per share during 2022. This equates to a dividend payout ratio of 62.4% in 2023 and 34.0% in 2022. We currently expect to continue the current practice of paying quarterly cash dividends on common stock subject to the Board of Directors' discretion to modify or terminate this practice at any time and for any reason without prior notice. Assuming continued payment during 2024 at the current dividend rate of $0.14 per share, our average total dividend paid each quarter would be approximately $1.6 million based on the number of our current outstanding shares at December 31, 2023. The amount of dividends, if any, we may pay may be limited as more fully discussed in "Note 17: Regulatory Capital" in the accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements contained in Item 8 of this Form 10-K.
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Stock Repurchase Plans. From time to time, our board of directors has authorized stock repurchase plans. In general, stock-repurchase plans allow us to proactively manage our capital position and return excess capital to shareholders. Shares purchased under such plans also provide us with shares of common stock necessary to satisfy obligations related to stock compensation awards. On June 6, 2023, the Company announced that the Board of Directors approved an amendment to the Company's existing stock repurchase program authorizing the purchase of up to 321,386 shares of the Company's issued and outstanding common stock in addition to the 827,554 shares that remained available for the repurchase at that date under the existing program, and extended the stock repurchase program's expiration date to June 6, 2024, unless completed sooner. As of December 31, 2023, the Company had approximately 868,036 shares available for repurchase under its existing stock repurchase program. The repurchase program does not obligate the Company to purchase any particular number of shares. See Part II, Item 5 - "Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities."
Liquidity. Liquidity measures the ability to meet current and future cash flow needs as they become due. The liquidity of a financial institution reflects its ability to meet loan requests, to accommodate possible outflows in deposits and to take advantage of interest rate market opportunities. The ability of a financial institution to meet its current financial obligations is a function of its balance sheet structure, its ability to liquidate assets and its access to alternative sources of funds. The objective of our liquidity management is to manage cash flow and liquidity reserves so that they are adequate to fund our operations and to meet obligations and other commitments on a timely basis and at a reasonable cost. We seek to achieve this objective and ensure that funding needs are met by maintaining an appropriate level of liquid funds through asset/liability management, which includes managing the mix and time to maturity of financial assets and financial liabilities on our balance sheet. Our liquidity position is enhanced by our ability to raise additional funds as needed in the wholesale markets.
Asset liquidity is provided by liquid assets which are readily marketable or pledgeable or which will mature in the near future. Liquid assets generally include cash, interest-bearing deposits in banks, securities available for sale, maturities and cash flow from securities held to maturity, sales of fixed rate residential mortgage loans in the secondary market, and federal funds sold and resell agreements. Liability liquidity generally is provided by access to funding sources which include core deposits and advances from the FHLB and other borrowing relationships with third party financial institutions.
Our liquidity position is continuously monitored and adjustments are made to the balance between sources and uses of funds as deemed appropriate. Liquidity risk management is an important element in our asset/liability management process. We regularly model liquidity stress scenarios to assess potential liquidity outflows or funding problems resulting from economic disruptions, volatility in the financial markets, unexpected credit events or other significant occurrences deemed problematic by management. These scenarios are incorporated into our contingency funding plan, which provides the basis for the identification of our liquidity needs.
As of December 31, 2023, we had approximately $6.7 million held in an interest-bearing account at the Federal Reserve. We also have the ability to borrow funds as a member of the FHLB. As of December 31, 2023, based upon available, pledgeable collateral, our total remaining borrowing capacity with the FHLB was approximately $86.4 million. Furthermore, at December 31, 2023, we had approximately $147.3 million in securities that were unencumbered by a pledge and could be used to support additional borrowings through repurchase agreements or the Federal Reserve discount window, as needed. As of December 31, 2023, management is not aware of any events that are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on our liquidity, capital resources or operations. In addition, management is not aware of any regulatory recommendations regarding liquidity that would have a material adverse effect on us.
In the ordinary course of business we have entered into contractual obligations and have made other commitments to make future payments. Refer to the accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements elsewhere in this report for the expected timing of such payments as of December 31, 2023. These include payments related to (i) long-term borrowings (Note 10 - Federal Home Loan Bank Advances), (ii) time deposits with stated maturity dates (Note 9 - Deposits) and (iii) commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit (Note 13 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities).
We also incur capital expenditures on an ongoing basis to expand and improve our product offerings, enhance and modernize our technology infrastructure, and to introduce new technology-based products to compete effectively in our markets. We evaluate capital expenditure projects based on a variety of factors, including expected strategic impacts (such as forecasted impact on revenue growth, productivity, expenses, service levels and customer retention) and our expected return on investment. The amount of capital investment is influenced by, among other things, current and projected demand for our services and products, cash flow generated by operating activities, cash required for other purposes and regulatory considerations. Based on our current capital allocation objectives for 2024, management does not expect cash expenditures for capital investment in premises and equipment to have a material effect on our liquidity, capital resources or operations.
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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is a separate legal entity from First Bank Richmond and must provide for its own liquidity. In addition to its own operating expenses, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is responsible for paying for any stock repurchases, dividends declared to its stockholders and other general corporate expenses. Since Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is a holding company and does not conduct operations, its primary sources of liquidity are interest on investment securities purchased with proceeds from our initial public offering, dividends up streamed from First Bank Richmond and borrowings from outside sources. Banking regulations may limit the amount of dividends that may be paid to us by First Bank Richmond. "Note 17: Regulatory Capital" in the accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements contained in Part II, Item 8 and "How We Are Regulated - Dividends" contained in Part I, Item I of this Form 10-K. At December 31, 2023, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, on an unconsolidated basis, had $13.2 million in cash, noninterest-bearing deposits and liquid investments generally available for its cash needs.
See also the "Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows" included in "Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data" of this Form 10-K for further information.
Regulatory Capital Requirements. First Bank Richmond is subject to minimum capital requirements imposed by the FDIC. The FDIC may require us to have additional capital above the specific regulatory levels if it believes we are subject to increased risk due to asset problems, high interest rate risk and other risks. At December 31, 2023, First Bank Richmond’s regulatory capital exceeded the FDIC regulatory requirements, and First Bank Richmond was well-capitalized under regulatory prompt corrective action standards. Consistent with our goals to operate a sound and profitable organization, our policy is for First Bank Richmond to maintain well-capitalized status.

Actual Minimum for Capital Adequacy Purposes Minimum to be Categorized as "Well-Capitalized" Under Prompt Corrective Action Provisions
Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio
As of December 31, 2023 (Dollars in thousands)
Total risk-based capital (to risk weighted assets) $ 174,938  14.1  % $ 99,247  8.0  % $ 124,059  10.0  %
Tier 1 risk-based capital (to risk weighted assets) 159,409  12.8  74,435  6.0  99,247  8.0 
Common equity tier 1 capital (to risk weighted assets) 159,409  12.8  55,826  4.5  80,638  6.5 
Tier 1 leverage (core) capital (to adjusted tangible assets) 159,409  10.6  59,931  4.0  74,914  5.0 
As of December 31, 2022
Total risk-based capital (to risk weighted assets) $ 164,804  14.3  % $ 92,134  8.0  % $ 115,168  10.0  %
Tier 1 risk-based capital (to risk weighted assets) 152,391  13.2  69,101  6.0  92,134  8.0 
Common equity tier 1 capital (to risk weighted assets) 152,391  13.2  51,826  4.5  74,859  6.5 
Tier 1 leverage (core) capital (to adjusted tangible assets) 152,391  11.2  54,421  4.0  68,026  5.0 
Pursuant to the capital regulations of the FDIC and the other federal banking agencies, First Bank Richmond must maintain a capital conservation buffer consisting of additional common equity tier 1 (“CET1”) capital greater than 2.5% of risk-weighted assets above the required minimum levels of risk-based CET1 capital, tier 1 capital and total capital in order to avoid limitations on paying dividends, repurchasing shares, and paying discretionary bonuses.  At December 31, 2023, the Bank’s CET1 capital exceeded the required capital conservation buffer.
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For a bank holding company with less than $3.0 billion in assets, the capital guidelines apply on a bank only basis and the Federal Reserve Board expects the holding company’s subsidiary banks to be well capitalized under the prompt corrective action regulations. If Richmond Mutual Bancorporation was subject to regulatory guidelines for bank holding companies with $3.0 billion or more in assets, at December 31, 2023, it would have exceeded all regulatory capital requirements.
Item 7A.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Management of Market Risk
Our most significant form of market risk is interest rate risk as the majority of our assets and liabilities are sensitive to changes in interest rates. A principal part of our operations is to manage interest rate risk and limit the exposure of our financial condition and results of operations to changes in market interest rates. Our Asset/Liability Committee is responsible for evaluating the interest rate risk inherent in our balance sheet, for determining the appropriate level of risk given our business strategy, operating environment, capital and liquidity, and for managing this risk consistent with our policies and guidelines.
Our strategy attempts to manage the impact of changes in interest rates on net interest income, which is our primary source of earnings. Among the actions taken are:
•Originate commercial and commercial real estate loans, which generally have shorter terms and higher yields than owner-occupied one-to four-family residential real estate loans.
•Sell substantially all longer-term fixed-rate residential real estate loans in the secondary market.
•Cultivate stable deposit relationships with business and consumer customers.
•Acquire longer-term, fixed-rate borrowings when appropriate to reduce our sensitivity to changing interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk. The Asset/Liability Committee monitors First Bank Richmond’s interest rate risk (“IRR”) position and meets quarterly to review pricing, liquidity needs, and to assess our interest rate risk. We currently utilize a third-party modeling program prepared quarterly to evaluate our sensitivity to changing interest rates.
The table below sets forth, as of December 31, 2023, the calculation of the estimated changes in our net interest income that results from the designated immediate changes in the United States Treasury yield curve.
Change in Interest Rates
(basis points)(1)
Net Interest Income
Year 1 Forecast
Year 1 Change
from Level
(Dollars in thousands)
+300 $ 34,771  (2.71) %
+200 35,220  (1.46)
+100 35,476  (0.74)
Level 35,741  — 
-100 36,513  2.16 
-200 37,379  4.58 
-300 39,578  10.74 
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(1)Assumes an immediate uniform change in interest rates at all maturities.
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Economic Value of Equity. Interest rate risk is monitored through the use of a simulation model that also estimates the amounts by which the fair value of our assets and liabilities (Economic Value of Equity, or “EVE”) would change in the event of a range of assumed changes in market interest rates. The reports that are prepared quarterly in the simulation assist the Asset/Liability Committee in measuring and monitoring interest rate risk over a longer-term than the interest rate risk model does when looking at earnings simulations.
The table below sets forth, as of December 31, 2023, the estimated changes in our EVE that would result from instantaneous changes in market interest rates. This table assumes an instantaneous uniform change in interest rates at all maturities.
Basis Point (“bp”) Change in Interest Rates(1)
Estimated Increase (Decrease) in EVE
Estimated EVE(2)
Amount Percent
(Dollars in thousands)
+300 $ 91,055  $ (44,673) (32.91) %
+200 108,951  (26,777) (19.73)
+100 121,703  (14,025) (10.33)
Level 135,728  —  — 
-100 155,610  19,882  14.65 
-200 167,204  31,476  23.19 
-300 184,073  48,345  35.62 
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(1)Assumes an instantaneous uniform change in interest rates at all maturities.
(2)EVE is the discounted present value of expected cash flows from assets, liabilities and off-balance sheet contracts.
In evaluating our exposure to interest rate movements, certain shortcomings inherent in the method of analysis presented in the foregoing tables must be considered. For example, although certain assets and liabilities may have similar maturities or re-pricing periods, they may react in different degrees to changes in market interest rates. Also, the interest rates on certain types of assets and liabilities may fluctuate in advance of changes in market interest rates, while interest rates on other types may lag behind changes in interest rates. Additionally, certain assets, such as adjustable-rate mortgages, have features which restrict changes in interest rates on a short-term basis and over the life of the asset. Further, in the event of a significant change in interest rates, prepayment and early withdrawal levels would likely deviate significantly from those assumed above. Finally, the ability of many borrowers to service their debt may decrease in the event of an interest rate increase. We consider all of these factors in monitoring our exposure to interest rate risk.
The Asset/Liability committee annually reviews reinvestment rate assumptions, along with the betas used in the IRR and EVE modeling. We generally manage our balance sheet based on potential changes to net interest income under various rate scenarios. The EVE ratio is useful in long-term planning; but management gives more weight to changes in net interest income under various rate scenarios. IRR projections are tested annually, and the model is subject to a third-party review annually.
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Item 8.    Financial Statements and Supplementary Data


Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm


Shareholders, Board of Directors, and Audit Committee
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Richmond, Indiana

Opinion on the Consolidated Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. (Company) as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, the related consolidated statements of income, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years then ended, and the related notes collectively referred to as the “financial statements”. In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Change in Accounting Principle

As discussed in Note 1 and 5 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company changed its method of accounting for accounting for credit losses due to the adoption of Accounting Standards Codification Topic 326, Financial Instruments.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our audits.

We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ FORVIS, LLP
FORVIS, LLP

We have served as the Company’s auditor since at least 1982; however, an earlier year cannot be determined.
Indianapolis, Indiana
March 29, 2024

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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
December 31, 2023 and 2022
December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022
Assets
Cash and due from banks $ 8,578,489  $ 7,782,348 
Interest-bearing demand deposits 11,661,636  8,139,745 
Cash and cash equivalents 20,240,125  15,922,093 
Interest-bearing time deposits —  490,000 
Investment securities - available for sale 282,688,326  284,899,665 
Investment securities - held to maturity 4,949,530  6,672,233 
Loans held for sale 793,500  473,700 
Loans and leases, net of allowance for credit losses of $15,663,153 and
$12,413,035, respectively
1,090,073,198  961,690,677 
Premises and equipment, net 13,311,892  13,668,496 
Federal Home Loan Bank stock 12,647,100  9,947,300 
Interest receivable 5,843,705  4,710,481 
Mortgage-servicing rights 1,945,367  2,011,889 
Cash surrender value of life insurance 3,764,929  3,674,499 
Other assets 24,766,129  23,865,378 
Total assets $ 1,461,023,801  $ 1,328,026,411 
Liabilities
Noninterest-bearing deposits $ 114,376,777  $ 106,414,812 
Interest bearing deposits 926,763,134  898,845,958 
Total deposits 1,041,139,911  1,005,260,770 
Federal Home Loan Bank advances 271,000,000  180,000,000 
Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance 588,371  560,196 
Interest payable 4,396,952  1,369,351 
Other liabilities 9,038,991  8,451,521 
Total liabilities 1,326,164,225  1,195,641,838 
Commitments and Contingent Liabilities —  — 
Stockholders' Equity
Common stock, $0.01 par value
Authorized - 90,000,000 shares
Issued and outstanding - 11,208,500 shares and 11,784,246 shares at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively
112,085  117,842 
Additional paid-in capital 101,347,566  106,088,897 
Retained earnings 87,902,747  88,122,052 
Unearned employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) (11,457,726) (12,193,043)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (43,045,096) (49,751,175)
Total stockholders' equity 134,859,576  132,384,573 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 1,461,023,801  $ 1,328,026,411 
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Income
Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
  2023 2022
Interest Income
Loans and leases $ 58,793,495  $ 44,593,660 
Investment securities 8,054,095  7,111,383 
Other 562,323  152,958 
Total interest income 67,409,913  51,858,001 
Interest Expense
Deposits 22,809,866  7,128,195 
Borrowings 6,937,656  3,091,146 
Total interest expense 29,747,522  10,219,341 
Net Interest Income 37,662,391  41,638,660 
Provision for credit losses 531,974  600,000 
Net Interest Income After Provision for Credit Losses 37,130,417  41,038,660 
Non-interest Income
Service charges on deposit accounts 1,115,079  1,049,777 
Card fee income 1,258,718  1,209,528 
Loan and lease servicing fees, including mortgage servicing right impairment 448,027  861,758 
Net gains on loan and lease sales 517,883  639,274 
Other income 1,271,072  1,106,436 
Total non-interest income 4,610,779  4,866,773 
Non-interest Expenses
Salaries and employee benefits 17,438,599  18,478,020 
Net occupancy expenses 1,333,625  1,425,018 
Equipment expenses 1,127,770  1,268,812 
Data processing fees 3,348,543  2,712,950 
Deposit insurance expense 1,163,060  494,000 
Printing and office supplies 163,339  194,462 
Legal and professional fees 1,598,453  1,420,352 
Advertising expense 385,471  459,478 
Bank service charges 204,161  137,601 
Real estate owned expense 58,759  30,067 
Other expenses 3,916,699  3,535,767 
Total non-interest expenses 30,738,479  30,156,527 
Income Before Income Tax Expense 11,002,717  15,748,906 
Provision for income taxes 1,515,881  2,783,467 
Net Income $ 9,486,836  $ 12,965,439 
Earnings Per Share
Basic $ 0.91  $ 1.20 
Diluted $ 0.91  $ 1.17 
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
2023 2022
Net Income $ 9,486,836  $ 12,965,439 
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Unrealized gain (loss) on available-for-sale securities, net of tax (expense) benefit of $(1,782,629) and $12,902,816
6,706,079  (48,539,164)
Comprehensive Income (Loss) $ 16,192,915  $ (35,573,725)
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity
Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
Common Stock Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Unearned
ESOP
Shares
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Total
Shares
Outstanding
Amount
Balances, December 31, 2021 12,400,195  $ 124,002  $ 114,339,810  $ 79,564,163  $ (12,928,359) $ (1,212,011) $ 179,887,605 
Net income —  —  —  12,965,439  —  —  12,965,439 
Other comprehensive loss —  —  —  —  —  (48,539,164) (48,539,164)
ESOP shares earned —  —  63,430  —  735,316  —  798,746 
Stock based compensation —  —  1,538,737  —  —  —  1,538,737 
Common stock dividends ($0.40 per share)
—  —  —  (4,407,550) —  —  (4,407,550)
Repurchase of common stock (615,949) (6,160) (9,853,080) —  —  —  (9,859,240)
Balances, December 31, 2022 11,784,246  $ 117,842  $ 106,088,897  $ 88,122,052  $ (12,193,043) $ (49,751,175) $ 132,384,573 
Impact of ASU 2016-13 adoption —  —  —  (3,785,168) —  —  (3,785,168)
Balances, January 1, 2023 11,784,246  117,842  106,088,897  84,336,884  (12,193,043) (49,751,175) 128,599,405 
Net income —  —  —  9,486,836  —  —  9,486,836 
Other comprehensive income —  —  —  —  —  6,706,079  6,706,079 
ESOP shares earned —  —  (123,772) —  735,317  —  611,545 
Stock based compensation —  —  1,627,203  —  —  —  1,627,203 
Common stock dividends ($0.56 per share)
—  —  —  (5,920,973) —  —  (5,920,973)
Repurchase of common stock (575,746) (5,757) (6,244,762) —  —  —  (6,250,519)
Balances, December 31, 2023 11,208,500  $ 112,085  $ 101,347,566  $ 87,902,747  $ (11,457,726) $ (43,045,096) $ 134,859,576 
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
  2023 2022
Operating Activities
Net income $ 9,486,836  $ 12,965,439 
Items not requiring (providing) cash
Provision for credit losses 531,974  600,000 
Depreciation and amortization 975,813  1,063,691 
Deferred income tax 641,148  1,035,000 
Stock based compensation 1,627,203  1,538,737 
Investment securities amortization, net 1,136,167  1,546,615 
Net gains on loan and lease sales (517,883) (639,274)
Loss on sale of real estate owned 4,042  10,882 
Gain on sale of premises and equipment
(1,800) — 
Accretion of loan origination fees (945,579) (1,578,653)
Amortization of mortgage-servicing rights 213,891  224,274 
ESOP shares expense 611,545  798,746 
Increase in cash surrender value of life insurance (90,430) (55,359)
Loans originated for sale (19,829,819) (28,749,971)
Proceeds on loans sold 20,149,619  28,666,171 
Net change in
Interest receivable (1,133,224) (517,654)
Other assets (1,986,401) (2,117,372)
Other liabilities (1,786,506) 2,257,577 
Interest payable 3,027,601  1,111,319 
Net cash provided by operating activities 12,114,197  18,160,168 
Investing Activities
Net change in interest-bearing time deposits 490,000  (490,000)
Purchases of securities available for sale (11,242,380) (22,532,827)
Proceeds from maturities and paydowns of securities available for sale 20,810,919  32,181,335 
Proceeds from maturities and paydowns of securities held to maturity 1,718,044  2,357,168 
Net change in loans (131,955,234) (127,384,295)
Proceeds from sales of real estate owned 963,871  84,652 
Purchases of premises and equipment (619,209) (385,099)
Proceeds from sale of premises and equipment 1,800  — 
Purchases of FHLB stock (2,699,800) (166,400)
Proceeds from sale of FHLB stock —  211,500 
Net cash used in investing activities (122,531,989) (116,123,966)
Financing Activities
Net change in
Demand and savings deposits (21,513,087) 11,892,698 
Certificates of deposit 57,392,228  93,192,672 
Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance 28,175  29,166 
Proceeds from FHLB advances 541,500,000  327,500,000 
Repayment of FHLB advances (450,500,000) (327,500,000)
Repurchase of common stock (6,250,519) (9,859,240)
Dividends paid (5,920,973) (4,407,550)
Net cash provided by financing activities 114,735,824  90,847,746 
Net Change in Cash and Cash Equivalents 4,318,032  (7,116,052)
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning of Period 15,922,093  23,038,145 
Cash and Cash Equivalents, End of Period $ 20,240,125  $ 15,922,093 
Additional Cash Flows and Supplementary Information
Interest paid $ 26,719,921  $ 9,108,022 
Income tax paid 2,050,000  2,180,634 
Transfers from loans to other real estate owned 1,053,040  115,965 
Right of use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities —  504,682 

See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
December 31, 2023 and 2022
(Table Dollar Amounts in Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)
Note 1:    Nature of Operations and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
On July 1, 2019, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“RMB-Delaware”), completed its reorganization from a mutual holding company form of organization to a stock form of organization (“corporate reorganization”). RMB-Delaware, which owned 100% of First Bank Richmond (the “Bank” or “First Bank”), was succeeded by Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc., a new Maryland corporation (the "Company”). As part of the corporate reorganization, First Mutual of Richmond, Inc.’s (the “MHC”) ownership interest in RMB-Delaware was sold in a public offering. Gross proceeds from the offering were $130.3 million.  In conjunction with the corporate reorganization, the Company contributed 500,000 shares and $1.25 million of cash to a newly formed charitable foundation, First Bank Richmond, Inc. Community Foundation (the “Foundation”).  Additionally, a “liquidation account” was established for the benefit of certain depositors of the Bank in an amount equal to the MHC’s ownership interest in the retained earnings of RMB-Delaware as of December 31, 2017 and March 31, 2019.
First Bank is an Indiana state-chartered commercial bank headquartered in Richmond, Indiana. The bank was originally established in 1887 as an Indiana state-chartered mutual savings and loan association and in 1935 converted to a federal mutual savings and loan association, operating under the name First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Richmond. In 1993, the bank converted to a state-chartered mutual savings bank and changed its name to First Bank Richmond, S.B. In 1998, the bank, in connection with its non-stock mutual holding company reorganization, converted to a national bank charter operating as First Bank Richmond, National Association. In July 2007, Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware, the bank’s then current holding company, acquired Mutual Federal Savings Bank headquartered in Sidney, Ohio.  Mutual Federal Savings Bank was operated independently as a separately chartered, wholly owned subsidiary of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation-Delaware until 2016 when it was combined with the bank through an internal merger transaction that consolidated both banks into a single, more efficient commercial bank charter. In 2017, the bank converted to an Indiana state-chartered commercial bank and changed its name to First Bank Richmond. The former Mutual Federal Savings Bank continues to operate in Ohio under the name Mutual Federal, a division of First Bank Richmond.
First Bank generates commercial, mortgage and consumer loans and leases, and receives deposits from customers located primarily in Wayne and Shelby Counties in Indiana, and Shelby, Miami, and Franklin Counties in Ohio. First Bank’s loans and leases are generally secured by specific items of collateral including real property, consumer assets and business assets. When the word "loan" or "loans" is used in these financial statements it includes leases, unless the context indicates otherwise.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant change relate to the determination of the allowance for credit losses, loan servicing rights, and fair values of financial instruments.
Consolidation - The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and First Bank and their direct and indirect subsidiaries after elimination of all material intercompany transactions.
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Cash Equivalents - The Company considers all liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less to be cash equivalents.
Investment Securities - Debt securities are classified as held to maturity when the Company has the positive intent and ability to hold the securities to maturity.  Securities held to maturity are carried at amortized cost. Debt securities not classified as held to maturity or not classified as trading are classified as available for sale. Debt securities available for sale are carried at fair value with unrealized gains and losses reported separately in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax.  Equity securities are carried at fair value with changes in unrealized gains and losses recognized through net income.  Trading account securities are held for resale in anticipation of short-term market movements and are valued at fair value.  Gains and losses, both realized and unrealized, are included in other income.
The Company accounts for recognition and presentation of impaired securities in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting Standards Code ("ASC") 326. When an impairment has occurred, it is determined whether or not the impairment is due to credit or non-credit related factors. If it is determined that the impairment is credit-related, then it must also be determined if the Company has the intent to sell the security or if it is more likely than not that the Company will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis. If either of these factors are present, then the impairment will be recognized in earnings with a corresponding adjustment to the amortized cost basis of the security. If the Company does not intend to sell the security and it is more likely than not that the sale of the security will not be required before recovery of its amortized cost basis, the present values of expected cash flows to be collected from the security will be compared against the amortized cost basis of the security. If the amortized cost basis of the security is greater than the present cash flows expected, a credit loss would exist and it would determine the amount of allowance, if any, that would be deemed needed. A needed allowance would result in an allowance recognized on the balance sheet with a corresponding adjustment to earnings.
Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts are recorded as interest income from securities. Realized gains and losses are recorded as net security gains (losses).  Gains and losses on sales of securities are determined on the specific-identification method.
Purchased premiums and discounts on collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs), real estate mortgage investment conduits (REMICs) and other mortgage related securities are amortized or accreted using the effective interest method.  The period of amortization used is estimated based on anticipated principal prepayments.  Differences between anticipated and actual prepayments result in adjustments which are charged or credited to income as an adjustment to yield.  For classification purposes, REMICs are grouped with mortgage-backed securities.
Leases - Lease financing consists of direct financing leases. Direct financing leases are carried at cost.  Cost is defined as the total minimum lease payments receivable and the estimated residual value of the leased property, less the amount of unearned income.  Unearned income on direct financing leases is recognized as income over the term of the lease using a method that approximates the interest method.
Loans - Loans that management has the intent and ability to hold for the foreseeable future or until maturity or payoff are reported at their outstanding principal balances adjusted for unearned income, charge-offs, the allowance for credit losses on loans, any unamortized deferred fees or costs on originated loans and unamortized premiums or discounts on purchased loans.
For loans amortized at cost, interest income is accrued based on the unpaid principal balance.  Loan origination fees, net of certain direct origination costs, as well as premiums and discounts, are deferred and amortized as a level yield adjustment over the respective term of the loan.
For all loan classes, the accrual of interest is discontinued at the time the loan is 90 days past due unless the credit is well-secured and in process of collection. Past due status is based on contractual terms of the loan. For all loan classes, the entire balance of the loan is considered past due if the minimum payment contractually required to be paid is not received by the contractual due date.
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For all loan classes, loans are placed on nonaccrual or charged off at an earlier date if collection of principal or interest is considered doubtful.
For all loan portfolio segments except residential and consumer loans, the Company promptly charges off loans, or portions thereof, when available information confirms that specific loans are uncollectible based on information that includes, but is not limited to, (1) the deteriorating financial condition of the borrower, (2) declining collateral values, and/or (3) legal action, including bankruptcy, that impairs the borrower’s ability to adequately meet its obligations.  For collateral dependent loans, a partial charge-off is recorded when a loss has been confirmed by an updated appraisal or other appropriate valuation of the collateral.
The Company charges off residential and consumer loans, or portions thereof, when the Company reasonably determines the amount of the loss.  The Company adheres to timeframes established by applicable regulatory guidance, which provides for the charge-down of 1-4 family first and junior lien mortgages to the net realizable value, less costs to sell when the loan is 120 days past due, charge-off of unsecured open-end loans when the loan is 90 days past due, and charge down to the net realizable value when other secured loans are 90 days past due.  Loans at these respective delinquency thresholds for which the Company can clearly document that the loan is both well-secured and in the process of collection, such that collection will occur regardless of delinquency status, need not be charged off.
For all classes, all interest accrued but not collected for loans that are placed on nonaccrual or charged off is reversed against interest income.  The interest on these loans is accounted for on the cash-basis or cost-recovery method, until qualifying for return to accrual.  Nonaccrual loans are returned to accrual status when, in the opinion of management, the financial position of the borrower indicates there is no longer any reasonable doubt as to the timely collection of interest or principal.  The Company requires a period of satisfactory performance of not less than six months before returning a nonaccrual loan to accrual status.
Loans modified to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty recognize interest income on an accrual basis at the renegotiated rate or terms, provided the loan is in compliance with the modified terms. If determined that the modified loan or lease is less than the recorded investment in the loan, a charge-off is recognized to the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases.
Allowance for Credit Losses - The allowance for credit losses is established for current expected credit losses on the Company's loan and lease portfolios in accordance with ASC Topic 326. Losses are estimated to have occurred through a provision for credit losses charged to income. Credit 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.
The allowance for credit losses is evaluated on a regular basis by management and is maintained at a level believed to be adequate to absorb credit losses within the Company's loan and lease portfolio. In evaluating the allowance, management considers all relevant information available, from internal and external sources relating to historical experience, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. This evaluation is inherently subjective, as it requires estimates that are susceptible to significant revision as more information becomes available.
The allowance consists of collectively pooled and individually evaluated components. "Collectively pooled" refers to loans and leases grouped based upon similar risk characteristics. Quantitative methodologies and qualitative adjustments are applied to each pooled segment. The Company has identified eight segments of loans and leases which are collectively pooled based on similar risk characteristics.
The allowance for credit losses on pooled loans is estimated based upon periodic review of the loan and lease portfolio. The Company utilizes a cash flow ("CF") model to estimate the portion of quantitative allowance reserve for collectively pooled loans. CF models allow for effective incorporation of reasonable and supportable forecasts in a consistent manner. If inadequate information is available to perform CF modeling for a collective pool, the Company uses the Remaining Life Method ("RLM") as a substitute.
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The RLM uses periodic charge-off rates and applies those rates to the projected balances over the remaining life of the loan.
Accrued interest receivable is excluded from the calculation of the allowance for credit losses, as the Company's policy is to write off accrued interest promptly when deemed uncollectible by reversing interest income.
Key inputs into the CF model include loan-level information, such as the amortized cost basis of individual loans, prepayment and curtailment rates for the collective pool, and forecasted loss drivers. The Company uses prepayment and curtailment rates based upon studies done using internal historical information, or benchmarked rates from external sources when the Company's own historical data is not sufficient. When estimating for credit loss, the Company forecasts the first four quarters of the credit loss estimate and reverts to a long-run average of each considered factor. The Company develops its reasonable and supportable forecasts using economic data, such as gross domestic product and unemployment rate.
For all collectively pooled segments, qualitative adjustments are applied to capture differences in current or expected qualitative risk characteristics. In assessing estimated credit losses, management considers any changes in the following factors and how they relate to the Company's current lending environment: (i) lending policies, procedures, and strategies, (ii) the nature and volume of the portfolio, (iii) international, national, regional, and local conditions, (iv) the experience, depth, and ability of lending management, (v) the volume and severity of past due loans, (vi) the quality of the loan review system, (vii) the underlying collateral, (viii) concentration risk, and (ix) the effect of other external factors.
Loans with different risk characteristics are individually evaluated for potential credit losses and assigned individual reserves. These individually evaluated loans are removed from the pools and are not included in the collective evaluation. Individually analyzed loans may be identified due to current information and events, such as non-accrual status, delinquency status or history, or other potential identifiers impacting the collectability of the loan. Individual reserves are determined at the loan-level based on an analysis of the expected future cash flows, the fair value of the collateral less costs to sell, or observable market value.
Mortgage Loans Held for Sale – Mortgage loans originated and intended for sale in the secondary market are recorded at the lower of cost or fair value on an individual loan basis.
Premises and Equipment - Premises and equipment are carried at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method based principally on the estimated useful lives of the assets.  Maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred while major additions and improvements are capitalized.  Gains and losses on dispositions are included in current operations.
Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) stock - FHLB stock is a required investment for institutions that are members of the FHLB system.  The required investment in the common stock is based on a predetermined formula, carried at cost and evaluated for impairment.
Foreclosed Assets Held for Sale - Assets acquired through or in lieu of loan foreclosure are held for sale and are initially recorded at fair value, less cost to sell at the date of foreclosure, establishing a new cost basis. Subsequent to foreclosure, valuations are periodically performed by management and the assets are carried at the lower of carrying amount or fair value, less cost to sell.  Revenue and expenses from operations and changes in the valuation allowance are included in net income or expense from foreclosed assets.
Mortgage Servicing Rights - Mortgage servicing rights on originated loans that have been sold are initially recorded at fair value. Capitalized mortgage servicing rights, which include purchased servicing rights, are amortized in proportion to and over the period of estimated servicing revenues. Impairment of mortgage servicing rights is assessed based on the fair value of those rights. Fair values are estimated using discounted cash flows based on a current market interest rate. For purposes of measuring impairment, the rights are stratified based on the predominant risk characteristics of the underlying loans. The predominant characteristic currently used for stratification is type of loan.
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The amount of impairment recognized is the amount by which the capitalized mortgage servicing rights for a stratum exceed their fair value.
Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) - The Company has invested in LIHTC through funds that assist corporations in investing in limited partnerships and limited liability companies that own, develop and operate low-income residential rental properties for purposes of qualifying for the LIHTC.  These investments are accounted for under the proportional amortization method which recognizes the amortization of the investment in proportion to the tax credit and other tax benefits received.
Long-lived Asset Impairment - The Company evaluates the recoverability of the carrying value of long-lived assets whenever events or circumstances indicate the carrying amount may not be recoverable.  If a long-lived asset is tested for recoverability and the undiscounted estimated future cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset is less than the carrying amount of the asset, the asset cost is adjusted to fair value and an impairment loss is recognized as the amount by which the carrying amount of a long-lived asset exceeds its fair value. No asset impairment was recognized during the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
Revenue Recognition - ASC 606, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers," provides that an entity should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The guidance enumerates five steps that entities should follow in achieving this core principle. Revenue generated from financial instruments, including loans and investment securities, are not included in the scope of ASC 606.
Revenue-gathering activities that are within the scope of ASC 606 and that are presented as non-interest income in the Company’s consolidated statements of income include:
– Service charges on deposit accounts – these include general service fees charged for deposit account maintenance and activity and transaction-based fees charged for certain services, such as debit card, wire transfer and overdraft activities. Revenue is recognized when the performance obligation is completed, which is generally after a transaction is completed or monthly for account maintenance services.
– Card fee income – this includes debit card fees charged based on the volume and number of debit card transactions.  Revenue is recognized when the performance obligation is completed, which is generally after a transaction is completed or monthly for account maintenance services.
Income Tax - Income tax in the consolidated statements of operations includes deferred income tax provisions or benefits for all significant temporary differences in recognizing income and expenses for financial reporting and income tax purposes.  The Company files consolidated income tax returns with its parent and subsidiary.
Uncertain Tax Positions - The Company has adopted the provisions of ASC 740, Income Taxes, concerning the accounting and disclosures for uncertain tax positions, previously deferred by ASC 740-10-65.  As part of the implementation of this standard, management evaluated its current tax positions and determined the adoption of this standard had no material impact on the consolidated financial statements of the Company.
Share Based Compensation - At December 31, 2023, the Company had share-based compensation plans, which are described more fully in Note 14. All share-based payments are to be recognized as expense, based upon their fair values, in the financial statements over the vesting period of the awards. The Company has recorded approximately $653,000 and $619,000 in compensation expense relating to vesting of stock options, which are recognized as they occur, for the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. The Company has recorded approximately $974,000 and $920,000 in compensation expense relating to the vesting restricted stock awards for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
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Advertising Expense - The Company's advertising costs are expensed as incurred.
Adoption of New Accounting Standards - In June 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326). This ASU introduced the current expected credit loss, or "CECL", methodology, which requires earlier recognition of credit losses based upon historical experience, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. The CECL methodology utilizes a life-of-loan credit loss estimation, with the objective of recognizing credit losses on financial assets as they are originated or acquired. The transition to CECL from the previous Incurred Loss Methodology became effective for the Company on January 1, 2023.
On January 1, 2023, the Company adopted CECL by recording a one-time adjustment from retained earnings of $2.0 million, net of tax, into the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases. Prior to this one-time adjustment, the allowance for loan and lease losses totaled $12.4 million at December 31, 2022. At January 1, 2023, the allowance for credit losses totaled $15.1 million.
Additionally, as a part of CECL adoption, the Company established an allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments. This allowance, which is included in other liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheets, is estimated based upon the loss rate for the loan or lease segment in which the loan or lease commitments would be classified if funded. The calculation is further adjusted by the estimation of funding probability. The Company recorded a one-time adjustment from retained earnings of $1.8 million, net of tax, to establish the allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments. At January 1, 2023, this allowance totaled $2.4 million.
The following table summarizes the impact of the day-one adoption of CECL:
December 31, 2023 CECL Adoption Impact January 1, 2023
Allowance for Credit Losses:
Commercial mortgage $ 4,776  $ (395) $ 4,381 
Commercial and industrial 1,291  360  1,651 
Construction and development 2,855  784  3,639 
Multi-family 1,955  (99) 1,856 
Residential mortgage 76  1,439  1,515 
Home equity 23  89  112 
Direct financing leases 1,196  422  1,618 
Consumer 241  64  305 
Total Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans and Leases $ 12,413  $ 2,664  $ 15,077 
Reserve for Unfunded Commitments —  2,374  2,374 
Total Reserve for Credit Losses $ 12,413  $ 5,038  $ 17,451 
Retained Earnings
Total Pre-tax Impact $ (5,038)
Tax Effect 1,253 
Decrease to Retained Earnings $ (3,785)
The allowance for credit losses on loans and leases and the allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments are evaluated on a regular basis and maintained at levels that management believes to be adequate to absorb potential credit losses. Increases to the allowances are expensed through provisions for credit losses. Loans and leases, or portions thereof, that are determined not to be collectable are charged against the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases.
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Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to this allowance.
The Company did not record an allowance for available-for-sale securities at January 1, 2023 as a part of its day-one CECL adjustments. Management regularly assesses the available-for-sale portfolio for any potential credit-related impairments which may impact earnings.
With the adoption of CECL, held to maturity securities are required to have an established allowance for credit losses that represents a portion of the amortized cost basis of a financial asset that is not expected to be collectable. The Company regularly monitors the credit quality of securities held to maturity through the use of credit ratings. At the day-one adoption of CECL on January 1, 2023, the Company did not establish an allowance for credit losses on held to maturity securities, as the Company expects to collect the full amortized cost basis of its held to maturity securities portfolio.
Note 2:    Accounting Pronouncements
The Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (the "JOBS Act"), which was enacted in April 2012, has made numerous changes to the federal securities laws to facilitate access to capital markets. Under the JOBS Act, a company with total annual gross revenues of less than $1.07 billion during its most recently completed fiscal year qualifies as an “emerging growth company.” The Company qualifies as and has elected to be an emerging growth company under the JOBS Act. An emerging growth company may elect to comply with new or amended accounting pronouncements in the same manner as a private company, but must make such election when the company is first required to file a registration statement. Such an election is irrevocable during the period a company is an emerging growth company. The Company has elected to comply with new or amended accounting pronouncements in the same manner as a private company.
In June 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326). The ASU is intended to improve financial reporting by requiring timelier recording of credit losses on loans and other financial instruments held by financial institutions and other organizations. The ASU requires the measurement of all expected credit losses for financial assets held at the reporting date based on historical experience, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. Financial institutions and other organizations will now use forward-looking information to better inform their credit loss estimates. Many of the loss estimation techniques applied today will still be permitted, although the inputs to those techniques will change to reflect the full amount of expected credit losses. Organizations will continue to use judgment to determine which loss estimation method is appropriate for their circumstances. The ASU requires enhanced disclosures to help investors and other financial statement users better understand significant estimates and judgments used in estimating credit losses, as well as the credit quality and underwriting standards of an organization’s portfolio. These disclosures include qualitative and quantitative requirements that provide additional information about the amounts recorded in the financial statements.
In May 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-05, Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326): Targeted Transition Relief. This ASU provides transition relief for entities adopting the FASB’s credit losses standard, ASU No. 2016-13 and allows companies to irrevocably elect, upon adoption of ASU No. 2016-13, the fair value option for certain financial instruments. In April 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-04, “Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments-Credit Losses, Topic 815, Derivatives and Hedging, and Topic 825, Financial Instruments". ASU No. 2019-04 clarifies certain aspects of accounting for credit losses, hedging activities, and financial instruments. In October 2019, the FASB voted to extend the implementation of ASU No. 2016-13 for certain financial institutions including smaller reporting companies. As a result, ASU 2016-13 became effective for the Company for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2022.
The Company adopted ASU No. 2016-13 on January 1, 2023. As a result of the change in methodology from the incurred loss methodology to the current expected credit loss methodology ("CECL"), the Company recorded a one-time cumulative-effect adjustment of $2.0 million from retained earnings, net of tax, into the allowance for credit losses on loans and leases.
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The allowance increased $2.7 million, or 21.5%, on January 1, 2023 from December 31, 2022 as a result of the adoption.
Additionally, as a part of the CECL adoption, the Company established an allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments by recording a one-time adjustment of $1.8 million from retained earnings, net of tax, into the allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments. As of January 1, 2023, this allowance totaled $2.4 million, as compared to no allowance at December 31, 2022. This allowance is reported in other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
In March 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2022-02, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Troubled Debt Restructurings and Vintage Disclosures. The ASU eliminates the accounting guidance for troubled debt restructured loans ("TDRs") by creditors while enhancing disclosure requirements for certain loan refinancings and restructurings by creditors when a borrower is experiencing financial difficulty. Additionally, the ASU requires public business entities to disclose current-period gross write-offs by year of origination for financing receivables and net investments in leases. This ASU became effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal years, upon the Company's adoption of the CECL amendments in ASU 2016-13.
In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848): Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting. This ASU applies to contracts, hedging relationships and other transactions that reference the London Interbank Offer Rate ("LIBOR") or other rate references expected to be discontinued because of reference rate reform. The ASU permits an entity to make necessary modifications to eligible contracts or transactions without requiring contract remeasurement or reassessment of a previous accounting determination. In December of 2022, the FASB issued ASU No. 2022-06 which extended the period of time preparers can utilize the reference rate reform relief guidance in Topic 848. The guidance ensures the relief in Topic 848 covers the period of time during which a significant number of modifications may take place and the ASU defers the sunset date of Topic 848 from December 31, 2022 to December 31, 2024. The Company does not expect the adoption of ASU No. 2020-04 to have a material impact on its consolidated financial statements.
Note 3:    Restriction on Cash and Due From Banks
At December 31, 2023, the Company’s cash accounts exceeded federally insured limits by approximately $73,852. The Company’s cash balances with the Federal Reserve Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank, which are not federally insured, totaled approximately $8,219,000 at December 31, 2023.
The Federal Reserve Board announced on March 15, 2020 the reduction of the reserve requirement ratios to zero percent effective March 26, 2020. This action eliminated the restriction on the Company's cash and cash equivalents for December 31, 2023.
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Note 4:    Investment Securities
The amortized cost and approximate fair values, together with gross unrealized gains and losses, of securities are as follows:
  2023
Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair
Value
Available for sale
U.S. treasury securities $ 2,996  $ —  $ 20  $ 2,976 
SBA Pools 5,337  —  565  4,772 
Federal agencies 15,000  —  1,847  13,153 
State and municipal obligations 169,118  16  27,688  141,446 
Mortgage-backed securities - government-sponsored enterprises (GSE) residential 133,223  62  21,804  111,481 
Corporate obligations 11,500  —  2,640  8,860 
337,174  78  54,564  282,688 
Held to maturity
State and municipal obligations 4,950  13  42  4,921 
4,950  13  42  4,921 
Total investment securities $ 342,124  $ 91  $ 54,606  $ 287,609 

  2022
Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair
Value
Available for sale
U.S. treasury securities $ 3,487  $ —  $ 27  $ 3,460 
SBA Pools 6,768  634  6,135 
Federal agencies 15,000  —  2,352  12,648 
State and municipal obligations 171,495  34,457  137,042 
Mortgage-backed securities – government-sponsored enterprises (GSE) residential 139,626  —  23,644  115,982 
Corporate obligations 11,500  —  1,867  9,633 
347,876  62,981  284,900 
Held to maturity
State and municipal obligations 6,672  17  112  6,577 
6,672  17  112  6,577 
Total investment securities $ 354,548  $ 22  $ 63,093  $ 291,477 
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The amortized cost and fair value of securities at December 31, 2023, by contractual maturity, are shown below.  Expected maturities will differ from contractual maturities because issuers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.
  Available for Sale Held to Maturity
Amortized
Cost
Fair
Value
Amortized
Cost
Fair
Value
One year or less $ 4,568  $ 4,539  $ 1,146  $ 1,140 
After one to five years 25,013  23,197  2,321  2,295 
After five to ten years 37,773  33,833  773  785 
After ten years 136,597  109,638  710  701 
203,951  171,207  4,950  4,921 
Mortgage-backed securities –GSE residential 133,223  111,481  —  — 
Totals $ 337,174  $ 282,688  $ 4,950  $ 4,921 
Securities with a carrying value of $162,430,000 and $134,302,000 were pledged at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, to secure certain deposits and for other purposes as permitted or required by law.
There were no sales of securities available for sale for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
Certain investments in debt securities are reported in the consolidated financial statements and notes at an amount less than their historical cost.  Total fair value of these investments at December 31, 2023 and 2022 was $279,852,000 and $288,846,000, which is approximately 97% and 99%, respectively, of the Company’s available-for-sale and held-to-maturity investment portfolio. These declines primarily resulted from changes in market interest rates since their purchase.
The Company does not consider available-for-sale securities with unrealized losses to be experiencing credit losses at December 31, 2023. Management considers it more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell these securities before recovery of the amortized cost basis, which may be the maturity date of the securities.
Held to maturity securities are financial assets measured at amortized cost. With the adoption of CECL, held to maturity securities are required to have an established allowance for credit losses that represents the portion of the amortized cost basis of a financial asset that is not expected to be collectable. The Company estimates expected credit losses on a collective basis by security type, with consideration given to historical information, credit ratings, and the statistical probability of future losses.
The Company monitors the credit quality of securities held to maturity using credit ratings quarterly. As of December 31, 2023, there was no allowance for credit losses recognized on the Company's securities held to maturity portfolio.






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The following table summarizes the amortized cost of held to maturity securities by credit quality indicator as of December 31, 2023:
State and municipal obligations
AA+ $ 1,262 
AA- 585 
A+ 815 
BBB+ 81 
Not rated 2,207 
$ 4,950 
The Company has elected to exclude accrued interest receivable from the calculation of the allowance for credit losses.
The following tables show the Company’s investments’ gross unrealized losses and fair value, aggregated by investment category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position at December 31, 2023 and 2022:
  2023
  Less Than 12 Months 12 Months or More Total
Description of
 Securities
Fair
 Value
Unrealized
 Losses
Fair
 Value
Unrealized
 Losses
Fair
 Value
Unrealized
 Losses
Available-for-sale
U.S. treasury securities $ 489  $ $ 2,487  $ 16  $ 2,976  $ 20 
SBA Pools 329  —  4,410  565  4,739  565 
Federal agencies —  —  13,153  1,847  13,153  1,847 
State and municipal obligations 1,565  21  137,119  27,667  138,684  27,688 
Mortgage-backed securities – GSE residential 3,458  139  104,581  21,665  108,039  21,804 
Corporate obligations —  —  8,860  2,640  8,860  2,640 
Total available-for-sale 5,841  164  270,610  54,400  276,451  54,564 
Held-to-maturity
State and municipal obligations 849  2,552  39  3,401  42 
Total $ 6,690  $ 167  $ 273,162  $ 54,439  $ 279,852  $ 54,606 

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2022
Less Than 12 Months 12 Months or More Total
Description of
 Securities
Fair
 Value
Unrealized
 Losses
Fair
 Value
Unrealized
 Losses
Fair
 Value
Unrealized
 Losses
Available-for-sale
U.S. treasury securities $ 3,460  $ 27  $ —  $ —  $ 3,460  $ 27 
SBA Pools 1,237  145  4,234  489  5,471  634 
Federal agencies —  —  12,648  2,352  12,648  2,352 
State and municipal obligations 76,986  11,825  59,257  22,632  136,243  34,457 
Mortgage-backed securities – GSE residential 32,446  3,440  83,537  20,204  115,983  23,644 
Corporate obligations 7,044  1,456  2,589  411  9,633  1,867 
Total available-for-sale 121,173  16,893  162,265  46,088  283,438  62,981 
Held-to-maturity
State and municipal obligations 4,995  108  413  5,408  112 
Total $ 126,168  $ 17,001  $ 162,678  $ 46,092  $ 288,846  $ 63,093 

Federal Agency Obligations and U.S. Treasury Securities
The unrealized losses on the Company’s investments in direct obligations of U.S. federal agencies and treasury securities were caused by interest rate changes.  The contractual terms of those investments do not permit the issuer to settle the securities at a price less than the amortized cost basis of the investments. The Company does not intend to sell the investments and it is not more likely than not the Company will be required to sell the investments before recovery of their amortized cost basis, which may be maturity.
SBA Pools and Mortgage-Backed Securities - GSE Residential
The unrealized losses on the Company’s investment in SBA pools and mortgage-backed securities were caused by interest rate changes and illiquidity.  The Company expects to recover the amortized cost basis over the term of the securities.  The decline in market value is attributable to changes in interest rates and not credit quality. The Company does not intend to sell the investments and it is not more likely than not the Company will be required to sell the investments before recovery of their amortized cost basis, which may be maturity.
State, Municipal, and Corporate Obligations
The unrealized losses on the Company’s investments in securities of state, municipal, and corporate obligations were caused by interest rate changes. The contractual terms of those investments do not permit the issuer to settle the securities at a price less than the amortized cost bases of the investments. The Company does not intend to sell the investments and it is not more likely than not the Company will be required to sell the investments before recovery of their amortized cost basis, which may be maturity.
The Company expects the fair value of the securities as described above to recover as the securities approach their maturity or reset date.


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Note 5:    Loans, Leases and Allowance
Categories of loans and leases at December 31, 2023 and 2022 include:
  2023 2022
Commercial mortgage $ 341,633  $ 298,087 
Commercial and industrial 115,428  100,420 
Construction and development 157,805  139,923 
Multi-family 138,757  124,914 
Residential mortgage 162,123  146,129 
Home equity lines of credit 10,904  11,010 
Leases 156,598  133,469 
Consumer 23,264  21,048 
1,106,512  975,000 
Less
Allowance for credit losses 15,663  12,413 
Deferred loan fees 776  896 
$ 1,090,073  $ 961,691 

First Bank rates all loans and leases by credit quality using the following designations:
Grade 1 - Exceptional
Exceptional loans are top-quality loans to individuals whose financial credentials are well known to the Company.  These loans have excellent sources of repayment, are well documented and/or virtually free of risk (i.e., CD secured loans).
Grade 2 - Quality Loans
These loans have excellent sources of repayment with no identifiable risk of collection, and they conform in all respects to Company policy and Indiana Department of Financial Institutions ("DFI") and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") regulations.  Documentation exceptions are minimal or are in the process of being corrected and are not of a type that could subsequently expose the Company to risk of loss.
Grade 3 - Acceptable Loans
This category is for “average” quality loans.  These loans have adequate sources of repayment with little identifiable risk of collection and they conform to Company policy and DFI/FDIC regulations.
Grade 4 - Acceptable but Monitored
Loans in this category may have a greater than average risk due to financial weakness or uncertainty but do not appear to require classification as special mention or substandard loans.  Loans rated “4” need to be monitored on a regular basis to ascertain that the reasons for placing them in this category do not advance or worsen.
Grade 5 - Special Mention
Loans in this category have potential weaknesses that deserve management’s close attention. If left uncorrected, these potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the loan or in the Company’s credit position at some future date. Special Mention loans are not adversely classified and do not expose the Company to sufficient risk to warrant adverse classification. This special mention rating is designed to identify a specific level of risk and concern about an asset’s quality.
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Although a special mention loan has a higher probability of default than a grade 1-4 or "pass" rated loan, its default is not imminent.
Grade 6 - Substandard
Loans in this category are inadequately protected by the current net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged, if any.  Loans so classified must have a well-defined weakness, or weaknesses, that jeopardize the liquidation of the debt.  They are characterized by the distinct possibility that the Company will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected.
Substandard loans have a high probability of payment default, or they have other well-defined weaknesses. Such loans have a distinct potential for loss; however, an individual loan’s potential for loss does not have to be distinct for the loan to be rated substandard.  
The following are examples of situations that might cause a loan to be graded a “6”:
•Cash flow deficiencies (losses) jeopardize future loan payments; 
•Sale of non-collateral assets has become a primary source of loan repayment;
•The relationship has deteriorated to the point that sale of collateral is now the Company’s primary source of repayment, unless this was the original source of loan repayment;
•The borrower is bankrupt or for any other reason future repayment is dependent on court action. 
Grade 7 - Doubtful
A loan classified as doubtful has all the weaknesses inherent in one classified substandard with the added characteristic that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full, on the basis of current existing facts, conditions, and values, highly questionable and improbable.  A doubtful loan has a high probability of total or substantial loss.  Doubtful borrowers are usually in default, lack adequate liquidity or capital, and lack the resources necessary to remain an operating entity. Because of high probability of loss, nonaccrual accounting treatment will be required for doubtful loans.
Grade 8 - Loss
Loans classified as loss are considered uncollectible and of such little value that their continuance as bankable assets are not warranted.  This classification does not mean that the loan has absolutely no recovery or salvage value, but rather that it is not practical or desirable to defer writing off the loan even though partial recovery may be affected in the future.
The risk characteristics of each loan portfolio segment are as follows:
Commercial and Industrial
Commercial and industrial loans are primarily based on the identified cash flows of the borrower and secondarily on the underlying collateral provided by the borrower.  The cash flows of borrowers, however, may not be as expected and the collateral securing these loans may fluctuate in value.  Most commercial loans are secured by the assets being financed or other business assets, such as accounts receivable or inventory, and may include a personal guarantee.  Short-term loans may be made on an unsecured basis.  In the case of loans secured by accounts receivable, the availability of funds for the repayment of these loans may be substantially dependent on the ability of the borrower to collect amounts due from its customers.
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Commercial Mortgage including Construction and Development
Loans in this segment include commercial loans, commercial construction loans, and multi-family loans. This segment also includes loans secured by 1-4 family residences which were made for investment purposes. Commercial real estate loans are viewed primarily as cash flow loans and secondarily as loans secured by real estate. Commercial real estate lending typically involves higher loan principal amounts and the repayment of these loans is generally dependent on the successful operation of the property securing the loan or the business conducted on the property securing the loan.  Commercial real estate loans may be more adversely affected by conditions in the real estate markets or in the general economy. The characteristics of properties securing the Company’s commercial real estate portfolio are diverse, but with geographic location almost entirely in the Company’s market area. Management monitors and evaluates commercial real estate loans based on collateral, geography and risk grade criteria. In general, the Company avoids financing single purpose projects unless other underwriting factors are present to help mitigate risk. In addition, management tracks the level of owner-occupied commercial real estate versus nonowner-occupied loans.
Construction loans are underwritten utilizing feasibility studies, independent appraisal reviews and financial analysis of the developers and property owners. Construction loans are generally based on estimates of costs and value associated with the complete project. These estimates may be inaccurate. Construction loans often involve the disbursement of substantial funds with repayment substantially dependent on the success of the ultimate project. Sources of repayment for these types of loans may be pre-committed permanent loans from approved long-term lenders, sales of developed property or an interim loan commitment from the Company until permanent financing is obtained. These loans are closely monitored by on-site inspections and are considered to have higher risks than other real estate loans due to their ultimate repayment being sensitive to interest rate changes, governmental regulation of real property, general economic conditions and the availability of long-term financing.
Residential, Home Equity, and Consumer
Residential, home equity, and consumer loans consist of three segments - residential mortgage loans, including brokered mortgage loans, home equity lines of credit, and personal loans. For residential mortgage loans that are secured by 1-4 family residences and are generally owner-occupied, the Company generally establishes a maximum loan-to-value ratio and requires private mortgage insurance if that ratio is exceeded. Home equity loans are typically secured by a subordinate interest in 1-4 family residences, and consumer personal loans are secured by consumer personal assets, such as automobiles or recreational vehicles. Some consumer personal loans are unsecured, such as small installment loans and certain lines of credit. Repayment of these loans is primarily dependent on the personal income of the borrowers, which can be impacted by economic conditions in their market areas, such as unemployment levels. Repayment can also be impacted by changes in property values on residential properties. Risk is mitigated by the fact that the loans are of smaller individual amounts and spread over a large number of borrowers.
Leases
Lease financing consists of direct financing leases and are used by commercial customers to finance capital purchases of equipment.  The credit decisions for these transactions are based upon an assessment of the overall financial capacity of the applicant.  A determination is made as to the applicant’s financial condition and ability to repay in accordance with the proposed terms as well as an overall assessment of the risks involved.



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The following table presents the credit risk profile of the Company’s loan portfolio based on rating category, payment activity, and origination year as of December 31, 2023:
2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 Prior Revolving loans amortized cost basis Total
As of December 31, 2023:
Commercial mortgage
Pass $ 31,795  $ 83,567  $ 69,863  $ 33,226  $ 45,746  $ 60,563  $ 11,495  $ 336,255 
Special Mention —  —  —  4,850  —  —  —  4,850 
Substandard —  —  —  —  —  528  —  528 
Total Commercial mortgage 31,795  83,567  69,863  38,076  45,746  61,091  11,495  341,633 
Current period gross charge-offs —  —  —  —  —  —  —  — 
Commercial and industrial
Pass 38,721  13,509  13,390  4,348  1,727  9,430  30,287  111,412 
Substandard —  —  —  10  —  138  3,868  4,016 
Total Commercial and industrial 38,721  13,509  13,390  4,358  1,727  9,568  34,155  115,428 
Current period gross charge-offs —  58  —  —  —  —  —  58 
Construction and development
Pass 36,868  81,715  30,383  2,981  111  847  —  152,905 
Substandard —  —  —  —  4,900  —  —  4,900 
Total Construction and development 36,868  81,715  30,383  2,981  5,011  847  —  157,805 
Current period gross charge-offs —  —  —  —  —  —  —  — 
Multi-family
Pass 4,443  39,271  37,422  6,383  7,291  18,400  25,547  138,757 
Total Multi-family 4,443  39,271  37,422  6,383  7,291  18,400  25,547  138,757 
Current period gross charge-offs —  —  —  —  —  —  —  — 
Residential mortgage
Pass 31,352  31,447  35,174  17,651  8,812  36,118  216  160,770 
Substandard —  —  —  —  92  1,261  —  1,353 
Total Residential mortgage 31,352  31,447  35,174  17,651  8,904  37,379  216  162,123 
Current period gross charge-offs —  —  —  —  —  —  —  — 
Home equity
Pass —  —  282  —  —  —  10,597  10,879 
Substandard —  —  —  —  —  —  25  25 
Total Home equity lines of credit —  —  282  —  —  —  10,622  10,904 
Current period gross charge-offs —  —  —  —  —  —  —  — 
Direct financing leases
Pass 76,018  41,838  24,675  10,264  2,895  462  —  156,152 
Substandard 80  184  80  21  —  —  —  365 
Doubtful 79  —  —  —  —  —  81 
Total Direct financing leases 76,177  42,022  24,755  10,285  2,897  462  —  156,598 
Current period gross charge-offs 105  276  459  85  11  —  937 
Consumer
Pass 9,775  8,223  3,713  840  358  279  —  23,188 
Substandard 35  17  15  —  —  —  76 
Total Consumer 9,810  8,240  3,728  840  367  279  —  23,264 
Current period gross charge-offs 39  69  75  25  —  —  215 
Total Loans and Leases $ 229,166  $ 299,771  $ 214,997  $ 80,574  $ 71,943  $ 128,026  $ 82,035  $ 1,106,512 
Total current period gross charge-offs $ 144  $ 403  $ 534  $ 110  $ 18  $ $ —  $ 1,210 

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The following table presents the credit risk profile of the Company’s loan portfolio based on rating category and payment activity as of December 31, 2022:
Pass Special Mention Substandard Doubtful Loss Total
December 31, 2022
Commercial mortgage $ 296,253  $ 1,277  $ 557  $ —  $ —  $ 298,087 
Commercial and industrial 92,620  2,605  5,195  —  —  100,420 
Construction and development 135,023  —  4,900  —  —  139,923 
Multi-family 124,914  —  —  —  —  124,914 
Residential mortgage 144,190  —  1,939  —  —  146,129 
Home equity lines of credit 10,958  —  52  —  —  11,010 
Leases 133,254  152  34  29  —  133,469 
Consumer 21,015  —  33  —  —  21,048 
Total $ 958,227  $ 4,034  $ 12,710  $ 29  $ —  $ 975,000 

The following tables present the Company’s loan portfolio aging analysis of the recorded investment in loans as of December 31, 2023 and 2022:

2023
Delinquent Loans   Total Portfolio Loans Total Loans >90 Days Accruing
30-59 Days
Past Due
60-89 Days
Past Due
90 Days and
Over
Total Past
Due
Current
Commercial mortgage $ —  $ —  $ —  $ —  $ 341,633  $ 341,633  $ — 
Commercial and industrial 136  —  —  136  115,292  115,428  — 
Construction and development —  75  4,900  4,975  152,830  157,805  — 
Multi-family —  —  —  —  138,757  138,757  — 
Residential mortgage 688  306  1,379  2,373  159,750  162,123  1,278 
Home equity lines of credit 463  —  25  488  10,416  10,904  25 
Leases 452  236  296  984  155,614  156,598  296 
Consumer 292  148  76  516  22,748  23,264  76 
Totals $ 2,031  $ 765  $ 6,676  $ 9,472  $ 1,097,040  $ 1,106,512  $ 1,675 

2022
Delinquent Loans   Total Portfolio Loans Total Loans >90 Days Accruing
30-59 Days
Past Due
60-89 Days
Past Due
90 Days and
Over
Total Past
Due
Current
Commercial mortgage $ 26  $ —  $ —  $ 26  $ 298,061  $ 298,087  $ — 
Commercial and industrial —  —  2,202  2,202  98,218  100,420  1,285 
Construction and development —  —  4,900  4,900  135,023  139,923  — 
Multi-family —  —  —  —  124,914  124,914  — 
Residential mortgage 272  129  1,938  2,339  143,790  146,129  1,825 
Home equity lines of credit —  —  30  30  10,980  11,010  30 
Leases 204  25  —  229  133,240  133,469  — 
Consumer 171  59  33  263  20,785  21,048  33 
Totals $ 673  $ 213  $ 9,103  $ 9,989  $ 965,011  $ 975,000  $ 3,173 
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The following table presents information on the Company's nonaccrual loans and leases at December 31, 2023 and 2022:

December 31,
2023
December 31,
2022
Nonaccrual loans and leases Nonaccrual loans and leases without an allowance for credit losses Nonaccrual loans and leases
Commercial and industrial $ 1,241  $ 1,202  $ 961 
Construction and development
4,900  —  4,900 
Residential mortgage 101  101  113 
Direct financing leases 82  82  29 
Total nonaccrual loans and leases $ 6,324  $ 1,385  $ 6,003 
During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recognized $57,000 of interest income on nonaccrual loans and leases.
The following table presents the Company's amortized cost basis of collateral dependent loans, and their respective collateral type, which are individually analyzed to determine expected credit losses:

December 31, 2023
Commercial Real Estate Residential Real Estate Other Total Allowance on Collateral Dependent Loans
Commercial mortgage $ 5,377  $ —  $ —  $ 5,377  $ — 
Commercial and industrial —  —  3,868  3,868  — 
Construction and development
4,900  —  —  4,900  1,000 
Residential mortgage —  152  —  152  — 
Total $ 10,277  $ 152  $ 3,868  $ 14,297  $ 1,000 

Loan Modification Disclosures under ASU 2022-02
In certain situations, the Company may modify the terms of a loan or lease to a borrower experiencing financial difficulty. These modifications may include payment delays, term extensions, or interest-rate reductions. In some cases, combinations of modifications may be made to the same loan or lease. If a determination is made that a modified loan or lease has been deemed uncollectible, the loan or lease (or portion of the loan or lease) is charged-off, reducing the amortized cost basis of the loan or lease and adjusting the allowance for credit losses. At December 31, 2023, the Company had no modified loans or leases to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty that were modified during the year ended December 31, 2023.
There were no modified loans and leases that had a payment default during the year ended December 31, 2023 and that were modified in the twelve months prior to that default to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty.

Troubled Debt Restructuring (TDR) Disclosures Prior to the Adoption of ASU 2022-02
During the year ended December 31, 2022, there were no newly classified TDRs. For the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recorded no charge-offs related to TDRs. As of December 31, 2022, TDRs had a related allowance of $0.
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During the year ended December 31, 2022, there were no TDRs for which there was a payment default within the first 12 months of the modification.
Other Real Estate Owned
At December 31, 2023 and 2022, the balance of real estate owned included $136,000 and $57,000, respectively, of foreclosed real estate properties recorded as a result of obtaining physical possession of the property.  At December 31, 2023 and 2022, the recorded investment of consumer mortgage loans secured by residential real estate properties for which formal foreclosure proceeds were in process was $470,000 and $1,071,000, respectively.

Direct Financing Leases
The following lists the components of the net investment in direct financing leases:
2023 2022
Total minimum lease payments to be received $ 177,952  $ 147,520 
Initial direct costs 9,702  8,058 
187,654  155,578 
Less:  Unearned income (31,056) (22,109)
Net investment in leases $ 156,598  $ 133,469 

The following summarizes the future minimum lease payments receivable in subsequent years:
2024 $ 64,418 
2025 50,294 
2026 35,498 
2027 20,305 
2028 7,080 
Thereafter 357 
$ 177,952 

Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans and Leases
The allowance for credit losses on loans and leases is established for current expected credit losses on the Company's loan and lease portfolios in accordance with ASC Topic 326. This requires significant judgement to estimate credit losses measured on a collective pool basis when similar risk characteristics exist, and for loans evaluated individually. The Company estimates expected future losses for the loan's entire contractual term, taking into account expected payments when appropriate. The allowance is an estimation based on management's evaluation of expected losses related to the Company's financial assets measured at amortized cost. It considers relevant available information from internal and external sources relating to the historical loss experience, current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts for the Company's outstanding loan and lease balances.
The Company utilizes a cash flow analysis method of estimating expected losses, which relies on key inputs and assumptions. Significant factors affecting the calculation are the segmenting of loans and leases based upon similar risk characteristics, applied loss rates based upon reasonable and supportable forecasts, and contractual term adjustments, including prepayment and curtailment adjustments. To ensure the allowance is maintained at an adequate level, a detailed analysis is performed on a quarterly basis, with an appropriate provision made to adjust the allowance.
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The Company has elected to exclude accrued interest receivable from the calculation of the allowance for credit losses, as it is the Company's policy to write off accrued interest in a timely manner as it is deemed uncollectible by reversing interest income.
The Company categorizes its loan portfolios into eight segments, as discussed above, based on similar risk characteristics. Loans within each segment are collectively evaluated using either a CF methodology or the RLM. When estimating for credit loss, the Company forecasts the first four quarters of the credit loss estimate and reverts to a long-run average of each considered factor. The Company developed its reasonable and supportable forecasts using economic data, such as gross domestic product and unemployment rate.
Qualitative adjustments are applied to each collectively segmented pool to appropriately capture differences in current or expected qualitative risk characteristics. When evaluating the estimation for expected credit losses, the Company evaluates these qualitative adjustments for any changes in:
•lending policies, procedures, and strategies,
•the nature and volume of the loan and lease portfolio,
•international, national, regional, and local conditions,
•the experience, depth, and ability of lending management,
•the volume and severity of past due loans,
•the quality of the loan review system,
•the underlying collateral,
•concentration risk, and
•the effect of other external factors.

The following tables summarize changes in the allowance for credit losses by segment for the year ended December 31, 2023:

Balances, December 31, 2022 Impact of adopting ASC 326 Balances, January 1, 2023 Post-ASC 326 adoption Provision for (reversal of) credit losses Charge-offs Recoveries Balances, December 31, 2023
Commercial mortgage $ 4,776  $ (395) $ 4,381  $ 261  $ —  $ 13  $ 4,655 
Commercial and industrial 1,291  360  1,651  (390) (58) 78  1,281 
Construction and development 2,855  784  3,639  244  —  —  3,883 
Multi-family 1,955  (99) 1,856  (67) —  —  1,789 
Residential mortgage 76  1,439  1,515  129  —  37  1,681 
Home equity 23  89  112  (10) —  —  102 
Direct financing leases 1,196  422  1,618  925  (937) 349  1,955 
Consumer 241  64  305  172  (215) 55  317 
Total $ 12,413  $ 2,664  $ 15,077  $ 1,264  $ (1,210) $ 532  $ 15,663 




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Economic Outlook
Due to the future-focused nature of the calculation for the allowance on credit losses, management must make significant assumptions. Estimating an appropriate allowance requires management to use relevant forward-looking information drawn from reasonable and supportable forecasts. Economic factors are a consequential part of these forecasts, and as such are evaluated periodically for developments that may impact the financial institution's allowance for credit losses in the loan and lease portfolio.
As of December 31, 2023, the primary economic factors affecting the Company's loan and lease portfolio are persistent inflation, higher interest rates, a weakened economic growth and unemployment outlook, and continuing geopolitical risk. These key factors will continue to adversely impact the Company's loan and lease portfolio into 2024.
In addition, market liquidity continues to impact the economic environment and could potentially further tighten credit conditions in the future.
The Company remains committed to three growth market regions: Columbus, Ohio, Dayton/Springfield, Ohio, and Indianapolis, Indiana. As high-growth areas, these market regions specialize in commercial real estate loans. The respective forecasts for these markets are described below:
•Columbus, Ohio - The market region is forecasting estimated job growth to be stable with slight growth in certain sectors in 2024. Although the forecasted unemployment rate for the region has slightly increased, the region still remains slightly below the national unemployment rate estimate.
•Dayton/Springfield, Ohio - The economic outlook for this market region remains positive, as the region is experiencing steady growth in multiple economic and housing sectors. Although concerns about a recession are still present, the region's economic outlook for 2024 is mostly bullish. Furthermore, the region continues to have one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state.
•Indianapolis, Indiana - The market region continues to forecast estimated job growth to be flat in 2024. This is primarily due to inflation, elevated interest rates, and unemployment forecasts. Certain economic sections may see slight growth.
The Company's assumption of a potential future economic slowdown could have an adverse impact on the loan and lease portfolio and specifically, the allowance for credit losses in the future. However, there are various potential outcomes, and the variances could be significant and volatile. As a result, the Company's future economic estimates may fluctuate in 2024.
Allowance for Loan Losses under prior GAAP ("Incurred Loss Method")
Prior to the adoption of ASU No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments-Credit Losses (Topic 326) on January 1, 2023, the Company maintained an allowance for loan and lease losses in accordance with the Incurred Loss Method.
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The following table summarizes changes in the allowance for loan and lease losses under the Incurred Loss Method by segment for the year ended December 31, 2022:

Balance, beginning of period Provision (reversal) for losses Charge-offs Recoveries Balance, end of period
Year Ended Year Ended December 31, 2022:
Commercial mortgage $ 4,742  $ (19) $ —  $ 53  $ 4,776 
Commercial and industrial 1,639  (478) —  130  1,291 
Construction and development 2,286  569  —  —  2,855 
Multi-family 1,875  80  —  —  1,955 
Residential mortgage 263  (200) (19) 32  76 
Home equity 29  (16) —  10  23 
Leases 1,079  488  (512) 141  1,196 
Consumer 195  176  (150) 20  241 
Total $ 12,108  $ 600  $ (681) $ 386  $ 12,413 


The following table presents the balance in the allowance for loan and lease losses and the recorded investment in loans and leases based on portfolio segment and impairment method under the incurred loss method as of December 31, 2022:

Allowance for loan and lease losses: Loans and leases:
Individually evaluated for impairment Collectively evaluated for impairment Balance, December 31 Individually evaluated for impairment Collectively evaluated for impairment Balance, December 31
As of December 31, 2022:
Commercial mortgage $ —  $ 4,776  $ 4,776  $ —  $ 298,087  $ 298,087 
Commercial and industrial 281  1,010  1,291  961  99,459  100,420 
Construction and development 750  2,105  2,855  4,900  135,023  139,923 
Multi-family —  1,955  1,955  —  124,914  124,914 
Residential mortgage —  76  76  113  146,016  146,129 
Home equity —  23  23  —  11,010  11,010 
Leases —  1,196  1,196  —  133,469  133,469 
Consumer —  241  241  —  21,048  21,048 
Total $ 1,031  $ 11,382  $ 12,413  $ 5,974  $ 969,026  $ 975,000 

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The following table presents the Company’s impaired loans and specific valuation allowance at December 31, 2022 under the Incurred Loss Method:
December 31, 2022
Recorded
Balance
Unpaid
Principal
Balance
Specific
Allowance
Average Investment in Impaired Loans and Leases Interest Income Recognized
Impaired loans without a specific valuation allowance
Commercial mortgage $ —  $ 59  $ —  $ 49  $ 12 
Commercial and industrial 366  567  —  366  — 
Residential mortgage 113  241  —  116 
$ 479  $ 867  $ —  $ 531  $ 16 
Impaired loans with a specific valuation allowance
Commercial and industrial $ 595  $ 643  $ 281  $ 607  $ 18 
Construction and development 4,900  4,900  750  4,900  — 
$ 5,495  $ 5,543  $ 1,031  $ 5,507  $ 18 
Total impaired loans
Commercial mortgage $ —  $ 59  $ —  $ 49  $ 12 
Commercial and industrial 961  1,210  281  973  18 
Construction and development 4,900  4,900  750  4,900  — 
Residential mortgage 113  241  —  116 
Total impaired loans $ 5,974  $ 6,410  $ 1,031  $ 6,038  $ 34 

Allowance for Credit Losses on Unfunded Commitments
The allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments is included in other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. The estimate of expected losses on unfunded commitments is calculated based on the loss rate for the loan or lease segment in which the loan or lease commitments would be classified if funded, adjusted for the estimate of funding probability. Additional provisions applied to the allowance are recognized in the provision for credit losses on the Consolidated Statements of Income.
The following table details activity in the allowance for credit losses on unfunded commitments during the year ended December 31, 2023:
Year Ended December 31, 2023
Balance, December 31, 2022 $ — 
Impact of adopting ASC 326 2,374 
Reversal of provision for credit losses (732)
Balance, December 31, 2023 $ 1,642 

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Note 6:    Premises and Equipment
2023 2022
Cost
Land $ 3,061  $ 3,061 
Buildings 15,681  15,616 
Furniture and equipment 7,666  7,592 
Computer software 1,197  1,264 
Construction in progress 594  470 
Total cost 28,199  28,003 
Accumulated depreciation and amortization (14,887) (14,335)
Net $ 13,312  $ 13,668 
Note 7:     Leases
The Company enters into leases for certain retail branches, land, and office space. Operating leases are included in other assets and the lease liability is included in other liabilities in our balance sheets. The Company does not have any finance leases.
Lease right-of-use (ROU) assets represent the Company's right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent the Company's obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. The Company uses its incremental borrowing rate at commencement date in determining the present value of lease payments when the rate implicit in a lease is not known. The Company's incremental borrowing rate is based on the FHLB amortizing advance rate, adjusted for the lease term and other factors. The depreciable life of assets and leasehold improvements are limited by the expected lease term, unless there is a transfer of title or purchase option reasonably certain of exercise.
The Company's leases are generally for periods of five to 15 years with various renewal options. The exercise of such lease renewal options is not included in the present value of lease obligations unless it is reasonably certain that the option will be exercised. The Company has lease agreements which contain both lease and non-lease components such as common area maintenance charges, real estate taxes, and insurance. Non-lease components are not included in the measurement of the lease liability and are recognized in expense when incurred. The Company has elected not to recognize short-term leases, with original lease terms of twelve months or less, on the Company's balance sheet. Certain of the Company's lease arrangements include rental payments adjusted periodically for inflation. The Company's lease agreements do not contain any material residual value guarantees or material restrictive covenants.
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Supplemental balance sheet information related to leases is presented in the table below as of December 31, 2023 and 2022:
2023 2022
Operating lease assets $ 450  $ 505 
Total lease ROU assets $ 450  $ 505 
Operating lease liabilities $ 457  $ 507 
Total lease liabilities $ 457  $ 507 
Weighted average remaining lease term (years)
Operating leases 7.2 8.2
Weighted average discount rate
Operating leases 3.37  % 3.37  %
The table below presents the components of lease expense for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022:
2023 2022
Lease cost:
Operating lease cost $ 90  $ 83 
Total lease cost: $ 90  $ 83 

Supplemental cash flow information related to leases is presented in the tables below.
Maturity of lease liabilities
2024 $ 68 
2025 69 
2026 72 
2027 72 
2028 73 
2029 and after 165 
Total lease payments $ 519 
Less: Present value discount 62 
Present value of lease liabilities $ 457 

Note 8:    Loan Servicing
Mortgage loans serviced for others are not included in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.  The unpaid principal balances of mortgage loans serviced for others totaled $222,217,000 and $226,634,000 at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
The aggregate fair value of capitalized servicing rights at December 31, 2023 and 2022 totaled approximately $1,945,000 and $2,012,000, respectively. Comparable market values and a valuation model that calculates the present value of future cash flows were used to estimate fair value.
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For purposes of measuring impairment, risk characteristics including product type, investor type and interest rates, were used to stratify the originated mortgage-servicing rights.
2023 2022
Servicing Rights
Balances, beginning of period $ 2,012  $ 2,027 
Servicing rights capitalized 147  209 
Amortization of servicing rights (214) (224)
Balances, end of period 1,945  2,012 
Valuation allowances
Balances, beginning of period —  380 
Additions —  111 
Reductions —  (491)
Balances, end of period —  — 
Servicing Rights, net $ 1,945  $ 2,012 

Note 9:    Deposits
2023 2022
Demand deposits $ 405,338  $ 414,870 
Savings deposits 117,659  129,640 
Brokered certificates 268,838  257,889 
Certificates and other time deposits greater than $250,000
55,710  43,757 
Other certificates and time deposits 193,595  159,105 
$ 1,041,140  $ 1,005,261 
Certificates maturing in years ending December 31:
2024 $ 349,591 
2025 131,024 
2026 26,567 
2027 3,915 
2028 5,563 
Thereafter 1,483 
$ 518,143 
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Note 10:    Federal Home Loan Bank Advances
First Bank has Federal Home Loan Bank advances, with interest rates ranging from 0.61% to 5.56%.
The maturities of FHLB advances at December 31, 2023 are as follows:
FHLB Advances
2024 $ 109,000 
2025 63,000 
2026 28,000 
2027 — 
2028 31,000 
Thereafter 40,000 
$ 271,000 
First mortgage loans and investment securities totaling $521,564,000 and $332,818,000 were pledged as collateral for FHLB advances at December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.  Certain advances are subject to restrictions or penalties in the event of prepayment.
FHLB advances totaling $55,000,000 are subject to an option by the FHLB to put the entire advance to a periodic adjustable rate on the lock-out date.  The adjustable rate would be for the remaining term at a predetermined rate based on SOFR.  If the FHLB exercises its option to convert the advance to an adjustable rate, the advance will be prepayable at the Company’s option, at par and without a penalty.
The Bank has an available line of credit with the FHLB totaling $10,000,000.  The line of credit expires April 2024, renews annually and bears interest at a rate equal to the current variable advance rate. At December 31, 2023, the current interest rate was 5.76%.  There were no amounts outstanding on the line at December 31, 2023 or 2022.
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Note 11:    Income Tax
2023 2022
Income tax expense (benefit)
Currently payable
Federal $ 877  $ 1,987 
State (2) (51)
Deferred
Federal 538  633 
State 103  214 
Total income tax expense $ 1,516  $ 2,783 
Reconciliation of federal statutory to actual tax expense
Federal statutory income tax at 21% $ 2,311  $ 3,307 
Tax-exempt interest (694) (730)
Effect of state income taxes 80  128 
ESOP (26) 167 
Cash surrender value - life insurance (19) (18)
Low income housing tax credit (30) (12)
Small insurance captive premiums (218) (131)
Stock compensation 51  — 
Other 61  72 
Actual tax expense $ 1,516  $ 2,783 
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A cumulative deferred tax asset is included in other assets.  The components of the asset are as follows:
  2023 2022
Assets
Allowance for credit losses $ 4,039  $ 3,031 
Net operating loss carryforward 184  106 
Nonaccrual interest 39  74 
Investment basis
Deferred compensation 492  488 
Stock compensation 333  265 
Unrealized loss on securities available for sale 11,442  13,223 
Charitable contributions 549  632 
Other 493  776 
Total assets 17,575  18,599 
Liabilities
FHLB stock dividend 166  164 
Fixed assets 138  322 
State taxes —  152 
Mortgage-servicing rights 454  491 
Prepaid assets 529  112 
Other 105 
Total liabilities 1,392  1,244 
Net deferred tax asset $ 16,183  $ 17,355 

Certain immaterial revisions have been made to the 2022 financial statements for a deferred tax asset related to the Company's reorganization transaction that occurred in 2019. Accordingly, the balance of the Company's deferred tax asset, which is included in other assets on the consolidated balance sheet, was reduced by $593,730 for the period ended December 31, 2022 with a corresponding reduction in retained earnings. These revisions did not have a significant impact on the financial statement line items impacted.
As of December 31, 2023, the Company had approximately $2,600,000 of federal charitable contribution carryforwards, which will begin to expire in 2024, and state net operating loss carryforwards of $3,975,000, which will begin to expire in 2041.
At December 31, 2023 and 2022, the Company determined that it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will be realized, largely based on available tax planning strategies and its projections of future taxable income.  Therefore, no valuation reserve was recorded at December 31, 2023 and 2022.  The determination of the realizability of the deferred tax assets is highly subjective and dependent upon judgment concerning the evaluation of both positive and negative evidence, the forecasts of future income, applicable tax planning strategies and assessments of current and future economic and business conditions. Positive evidence includes current positive earnings trends and the probability that taxable income will be generated in future periods, while negative evidence includes any cumulative losses in the current year and prior two years and general business and economic trends.  Failure to achieve sufficient projected taxable income might affect the ultimate realization of the net deferred tax assets.
Note 12:    Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
The components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, included in stockholders' equity, are as follows:
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  2023 2022
Net unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities $ (54,486) $ (62,976)
Tax benefit 11,441  13,225 
Net-of-tax amount $ (43,045) $ (49,751)

Note 13:    Commitments and Contingent Liabilities
In the normal course of business, there are outstanding commitments and contingent liabilities, such as commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit, which are not included in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.  First Bank’s exposure to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the other party to the financial instruments for commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit is represented by the contractual or notional amount of those instruments.  First Bank uses the same credit policies in making such commitments as it does for instruments that are included in the consolidated statements of financial condition.
Financial instruments whose contract amounts represent credit risk as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, were as follows:
  2023 2022
Commitments to extend credit $ 190,274  $ 278,946 
Standby letters of credit $ 2,410  $ 1,696 
Commitments to extend credit 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.  Since many of the commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent future cash requirements.  The subsidiary evaluates each customer's credit worthiness on a case-by-case basis.  The amount of collateral obtained, if deemed necessary by the subsidiary upon extension of credit, is based on management's credit evaluation.  Collateral held varies, but may include residential real estate, income-producing commercial properties, or other assets of the borrower.
Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by the subsidiary to guarantee the performance of the customer to a third party.
Note 14:    Benefit Plans
401(k)
The Company has a retirement savings 401(k) plan, in which substantially all employees may participate. The Company matches employees' contributions at the rate of 50 percent for the first 6 percent of base salary contributed by participants.  The Company’s expense for the plan was $237,000 and $227,000 for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
As part of the reorganization and related stock offering, the Company established an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP") covering substantially all employees. The ESOP acquired 1,082,130 shares of Company common stock at an average price of $13.59 per share on the open market with funds provided by a loan from the Company. The Company is obligated at the option of each beneficiary to repurchase shares of the ESOP upon the beneficiary’s termination or after retirement.  Dividends on unallocated shares used to repay the loan for the Company are recorded as a reduction of the loan or accrued interest, as applicable.
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Dividends on allocated shares paid to participants are reported as compensation expense.  Unearned ESOP shares, which are not vested, are excluded from the computation of average shares outstanding for earnings per share calculation. Accordingly, $11,458,000 and $12,193,000 of common stock acquired by the ESOP was shown as a reduction of stockholders’ equity at December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively. Shares are released to participants proportionately as the loan is repaid.
ESOP expense for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 was $612,000 and $799,000, respectively.

December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022
Earned ESOP shares 238,988  184,882 
Unearned ESOP shares 843,142  897,248 
Total ESOP shares 1,082,130  1,082,130 
Quoted per share price $ 11.51  $ 13.01 
Fair value of earned shares (in thousands) $ 2,751  $ 2,405 
Fair value of unearned shares (in thousands) $ 9,705  $ 11,673 

Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. 2020 Equity Incentive Plan
On September 15, 2020, the Company's stockholders approved the Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. 2020 Equity Incentive Plan ("2020 EIP") which provides for the grant to eligible participants of up to (i) 1,352,662 shares of Company common stock to be issued upon the exercise of stock options and stock appreciation rights and (ii) 541,065 shares of Company common stock to participants as restricted stock awards (which may be in the form of shares of common stock or share units giving the participant the right to receive shares of common stock at a specified future date).
Restricted Stock Awards. On October 1, 2020, the Company awarded 449,086 shares of common stock under the 2020 EIP with a grant date fair value of $10.53 per share (total fair value of $4.7 million at issuance) to eligible participants. On April 1, 2021, the Company awarded an additional 4,000 shares of common stock under the 2020 EIP with a grant date fair value of $13.86 (total fair value of $55,000 at issuance) to eligible participants. These awards vest in five equal annual installments with the first vesting occurring on June 30, 2021. Forfeited shares may be awarded to other eligible recipients in future grants until the 2020 EIP terminates in September 2030.
The following table summarizes the restricted stock awards activity in the 2020 EIP for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2023
Number of Restricted Shares Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Non-vested, beginning of year 261,291 $ 10.56 
Granted — 
Vested (94,133) 10.56 
Forfeited — 
Non-vested, end of year 167,158 $ 10.56 
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Total compensation cost recognized in the income statement for restricted stock awards during 2023 and 2022 was $974,000 and $920,000, respectively, and the related tax benefit recognized was $205,000 and $193,000, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, unrecognized compensation expense related to restricted stock awards was $1.3 million.
Stock Option Plan. On October 1, 2020, the Company awarded options to purchase 1,095,657 shares of common stock under the 2020 EIP with an exercise price $10.53 per share, the fair value of a share of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant, to eligible participants. On April 1, 2021, the Company awarded options to purchase 8,000 shares of common stock under the 2020 EIP with an exercise price of $13.86 per share, the fair value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant, to eligible participants. The options awarded vest in five equal annual installments with the first vesting occurring on June 30, 2021. Forfeited options may be awarded to other eligible recipients in future grants until the 2020 EIP terminates in September 2030. A net-settle stock option exercise may occur by the option holder by withholding the exercise price from the number of shares that would otherwise be delivered upon a cash exercise of the option. The withheld shares are canceled and no longer available for future grant.
The following table summarizes the stock option activity in the 2020 EIP during the year ended December 31, 2023.
2023
Number of Shares Weighted-Average Exercise Price
Balance at beginning of year 1,050,961 $ 10.56 
Granted — 
Exercised — 
Forfeited/expired — 
Balance at end of year 1,050,961 10.56 
Exercisable at end of year 641,969 $ 10.55 

The fair value of options granted is estimated on the date of grant using a Black Scholes model with the following assumptions:
April 1, 2021
Dividend yields 1.90  %
Volatility factors of expected market price of common stock 26.98  %
Risk-free interest rates 1.16  %
Expected life of options 6.1 years
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A summary of the status of the Company stock option shares as of December 31, 2023 is presented below.
Shares Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Non-vested, beginning of year 637,841 $ 2.91 
Vested (228,849) 2.91 
Granted — 
Forfeited — 
Non-vested, end of year 408,992 $ 2.91 
Total compensation cost recognized in the income statement for option-based payment arrangements during 2023 and 2022 was $653,000 and $619,000, and the related tax benefit recognized was $76,000 and $69,000, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, unrecognized compensation expense related to the stock option awards was $890,000.
Note 15:    Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings per share ("EPS") is computed by dividing net income allocated to common stock by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period which excludes the participating securities.  Diluted EPS includes the dilutive effect of additional potential common shares from stock compensation awards, but excludes awards considered participating securities.  ESOP shares are not considered outstanding for EPS until they are earned.  The following table presents the computation of basic and diluted EPS for the periods indicated (in thousands, except for share and per share data):
 
  For the Year Ended For the Year Ended
  December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022
 
Net income $ 9,487  $ 12,965 
Shares outstanding for Basic EPS:
Average shares outstanding 11,487,615  12,001,527 
Less: average restricted stock award shares not vested 214,813  304,246 
Less:  average unearned ESOP Shares 876,680  930,787 
Shares outstanding for Basic EPS 10,396,122  10,766,494 
Additional Dilutive Shares 54,489  291,684 
Shares outstanding for Diluted EPS 10,450,611  11,058,178 
Basic EPS $ 0.91  $ 1.20 
Diluted EPS $ 0.91  $ 1.17 

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Note 16:    Dividend and Capital Restrictions
The Bank is subject to certain restrictions on the amount of dividends that it may declare without prior regulatory approval.  Generally, the Bank's payment of dividends is limited to net income for the current year plus the two preceding calendar years, less capital distributions paid over the comparable period.  The Bank’s payment of dividends is also subject to the restrictions of the capital conservation buffer as discussed in Note 17.

Note 17:    Regulatory Capital
First Bank is subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandatory and possibly additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on the Company’s financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, First Bank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of assets, liabilities and certain off-balance-sheet items as calculated under U.S. GAAP, regulatory reporting requirements and regulatory capital standards. The capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings and other factors.  Furthermore, First Bank’s regulators could require adjustments to regulatory capital not reflected in these financial statements.
Quantitative measures established by regulatory capital standards to ensure capital adequacy require First Bank to maintain minimum amounts and ratios (set forth in the table below) of total and Tier I capital (as defined) to risk-weighted assets (as defined), common equity Tier I capital (as defined) to total risk-weighted assets (as defined) and of Tier I capital (as defined) to average assets (as defined). Management believes, as of December 31, 2023, that First Bank meets all capital adequacy requirements to which it is subject.
As of December 31, 2023, the most recent notification from the regulators categorized First Bank as well-capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. To be categorized as well-capitalized, First Bank must maintain minimum total risk-based capital, Tier I risk-based capital, common equity Tier I risk-based capital and Tier I leverage ratios as set forth in the table. There are no conditions or events since that notification that management believes have changed First Bank’s category.
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First Bank’s actual and required capital amounts and ratios are as follows:
Actual Minimum for Capital Adequacy Purposes Minimum to be Categorized as "Well-Capitalized" Under Prompt Corrective Action Provisions
Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio
As of December 31, 2023
Total capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 174,938  14.1  % $ 99,247  8.0  % $ 124,059  10.0  %
Tier I capital (to risk-weighted assets) 159,409  12.8  74,435  6.0  99,247  8.0 
Common Equity Tier I capital (to risk-weighted assets) 159,409  12.8  55,826  4.5  80,638  6.5 
Tier I leverage capital (to average assets) 159,409  10.6  59,931  4.0  74,914  5.0 
As of December 31, 2022
Total capital (to risk-weighted assets) $ 164,804  14.3  % $ 92,134  8.0  % $ 115,168  10.0  %
Tier I capital (to risk-weighted assets) 152,391  13.2  69,101  6.0  92,134  8.0 
Common Equity Tier I capital (to risk-weighted assets) 152,391  13.2  51,826  4.5  74,859  6.5 
Tier I leverage capital (to average assets) 152,391  11.2  54,421  4.0  68,026  5.0 
The above minimum capital requirements exclude the capital conservation buffer required to avoid limitations on capital distributions, including share repurchases, dividend payments and certain discretionary bonus payments to executive officers. The capital conservation buffer was 2.50% of total risk weighted assets at both December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022. The net unrealized gain or loss on available-for-sale securities is not included in computing regulatory capital.
Note 18:    Related Party Transactions
The Company has entered into transactions with certain directors, executive officers and its affiliates or associates (related parties).  Such transactions were made in the ordinary course of business on substantially the same terms and conditions, including interest rates, as those prevailing at the same time for comparable transactions with other customers.  The aggregate amount of loans to such related parties at December 31, 2023 and 2022 was approximately $8,624,000 and $7,988,000, respectively.
Annual activity consisted of the following:
  2023 2022
Balance, beginning of the year $ 7,988  $ 9,080 
New loans 1,161  — 
Change in composition —  — 
Repayments (525) (1,092)
Balance, end of the year $ 8,624  $ 7,988 

Deposits from related parties held by the Company at December 31, 2023 and 2022 totaled $2,702,000 and $5,317,000, respectively.
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Note 19:    Fair Values of Financial Instruments
Fair value is 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.  Fair value measurements must maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs.  There is a hierarchy of 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 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 supported by little or no market activity and are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities 
Recurring Measurements
The following tables present the fair value measurements of assets recognized in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and the level within the fair value hierarchy in which the fair value measurements fall at December 31, 2023 and 2022:

    Fair Value Measurements Using
Fair
Value
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical  
Assets
(Level 1)
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2023
Available-for-sale securities
U.S. Treasury securities $ 2,976  $ 2,976  $ —  $ — 
SBA Pools 4,772  —  4,772  — 
Federal agencies 13,153  —  13,153  — 
State and municipal obligations 141,446  —  141,446  — 
Mortgage-backed securities - GSE residential 111,481  —  111,481  — 
Corporate obligations 8,860  —  8,860  — 
  $ 282,688  $ 2,976  $ 279,712  $ — 

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  Fair Value Measurements Using
Fair
Value
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical  
Assets
(Level 1)
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2022
Available-for-sale securities
U.S. Treasury securities $ 3,460  $ 3,460  $ —  $ — 
SBA Pools 6,135  —  6,135  — 
Federal agencies 12,648  —  12,648  — 
State and municipal obligations 137,042  —  137,042  — 
Mortgage-backed securities - GSE residential 115,982  —  115,982  — 
Corporate obligations 9,633  —  9,633  — 
$ 284,900  $ 3,460  $ 281,440  $ — 
Following is a description of the valuation methodologies and inputs used for assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and recognized in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets, as well as the general classification of such assets pursuant to the valuation hierarchy.  There have been no significant changes in the valuation techniques during the year ended December 31, 2023.
Available-for-Sale Securities
Where quoted market prices are available in an active market, securities are classified within Level 1 of the valuation hierarchy, which includes equity securities.  If quoted market prices are not available, then fair values are estimated by using pricing models, quoted prices of securities with similar characteristics or discounted cash flows.  Level 2 securities include agency securities, obligations of state and political subdivisions, mortgage-backed securities, and SBA pools.  Matrix pricing is a mathematical technique widely used in the banking industry to value investment securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for specific investment securities but rather relying on the investment securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted investment securities.  In certain cases where Level 1 or Level 2 inputs are not available, securities are classified within Level 3 of the hierarchy.
Nonrecurring Measurements
The following table presents the fair value measurement of assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis and the level within the fair value hierarchy in which the fair value measurements fall at December 31, 2022. As of December 31, 2023, there were no assets or liabilities measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis.
    Fair Value Measurements Using
Fair
Value
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical  
Assets
(Level 1)
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2022
Collateral dependent loans $ 314  $ —  $ —  $ 314 
Mortgage-servicing rights 2,012  —  —  2,012 
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Following is a description of the valuation methodologies and inputs used for assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis and recognized in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets, as well as the general classification of such assets pursuant to the valuation hierarchy.  For assets classified within Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy, the process used to develop the reported fair value is described below.
Collateral-Dependent Loans and Leases, Net of Allowance for Credit Losses
The estimated fair value of collateral-dependent loans is based on the appraised fair value of the collateral, less estimated cost to sell.  Collateral-dependent loans are classified within Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy.
The Company considers the appraisal or evaluation as the starting point for determining fair value and then considers other factors and events in the environment that may affect the fair value.  Appraisals of the collateral underlying collateral-dependent loans are obtained when the loan is determined to be collateral-dependent and subsequently as deemed necessary by management.  Appraisals are reviewed for accuracy and consistency by management.  Appraisers are selected from the list of approved appraisers maintained by management.  The appraised values are reduced by discounts to consider lack of marketability and estimated cost to sell if repayment or satisfaction of the loan is dependent on the sale of the collateral.  These discounts and estimates are developed by management by comparison to historical results.
Mortgage Servicing Rights
Mortgage-servicing rights do not trade in an active, open market with readily observable prices.  Accordingly, fair value is estimated using discounted cash flow models having significant inputs of discount rate, prepayment speed and default rate.  Due to the nature of the valuation inputs, mortgage-servicing rights are classified within Level 3 of the hierarchy.
Mortgage-servicing rights are tested for impairment on a quarterly basis by obtaining an independent valuation. The valuation is reviewed by management for accuracy and for potential impairment.
Unobservable (Level 3) Inputs
The following tables present the fair value measurement of assets recognized in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis and the level within the fair value hierarchy in which the fair value measurements fall at December 31, 2022. As of December 31, 2023, there were no assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis.

Fair Value at December 31, 2022 Valuation
Technique
Unobservable
Inputs
Range
Collateral-dependent loans $314  Appraisal Marketability discount
0% - 42%
Mortgage-servicing rights $2,012  Discounted cash flow Discount rate 10%
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Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The following tables present estimated fair values of the Company’s financial instruments at December 31, 2023 and 2022.
Carrying
Value
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical  
Assets
(Level 1)
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2023
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents $ 20,240  $ 20,240  $ —  $ — 
Available-for-sale securities 282,688  2,976  279,712  — 
Held-to-maturity securities 4,950  —  4,921  — 
Loans held for sale 794  —  —  794 
Loans and leases receivable, net 1,090,073  —  —  985,976 
Federal Reserve and FHLB stock 12,647  —  12,647  — 
Interest receivable 5,844  —  5,844  — 
Financial liabilities
Deposits 1,041,140  —  1,038,178  — 
FHLB advances 271,000  —  266,885  — 
Interest payable 4,397  —  4,397  — 

Carrying
Value
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical  
Assets
(Level 1)
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
December 31, 2022
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents $ 15,922  $ 15,922  $ —  $ — 
Interest-earning time deposits 490  —  490  — 
Available-for-sale securities 284,900  3,460  281,440  — 
Held-to-maturity securities 6,672  —  6,577  — 
Loans held for sale 474  —  —  474 
Loans and leases receivable, net 961,691  —  —  883,169 
Federal Reserve and FHLB stock 9,947  —  9,947  — 
Interest receivable 4,710  —  4,710  — 
Financial liabilities
Deposits 1,005,261  —  996,375  — 
FHLB advances 180,000  —  174,426  — 
Interest payable 1,369  —  1,369  — 



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While these estimates of fair value are based on management’s judgment of the most appropriate factors, there is no assurance that were the Company to have disposed of such items at December 31, 2023 and 2022, the estimated fair values would necessarily have been achieved at that date, since market values may differ depending on various circumstances.  The estimated fair values at December 31, 2023 and 2022 should not necessarily be considered to apply at subsequent dates.
The following methods were used to estimate the fair value of all other financial instruments recognized in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets at amounts other than fair value.
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Interest-Earning Time Deposits and Federal Reserve and Federal Home Loan Bank Stock – The carrying amount approximates fair value.
Held-to-Maturity Securities – Fair value is based on quoted market prices, if available.  If a quoted market price is not available, fair value is estimated using quoted market prices for similar securities.
Loans and Leases – The fair value of loans and leases is estimated by discounting the future cash flows using the current rates at which similar loans would be made to borrowers with similar credit ratings and for the same remaining maturities.  Loans with similar characteristics were aggregated for purposes of the calculations.  The carrying amount of accrued interest approximates its fair value.
Deposits – Deposits include demand deposits, savings accounts, NOW accounts and money market deposits. The carrying amount approximates fair value.  The fair value of fixed-maturity time deposits is estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation that applies the rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.
Interest Receivable and Interest Payable – The carrying amount approximates fair value.
Federal Home Loan Bank Advances – Rates currently available to the Company for borrowings with similar terms and remaining maturities are used to estimate the fair value of existing debt.
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Note 20:    Condensed Financial Information (Parent Company Only)
Presented below is condensed financial information as to financial position, results of operations and cash flows of the Company:
Condensed Balance Sheets
  2023 2022
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $ 13,225  $ 26,229 
Investment in subsidiaries 118,399  102,926 
Other assets 5,617  5,625 
Total assets $ 137,241  $ 134,780 
Other Liabilities $ 2,381  $ 2,396 
Stockholders' Equity 134,860  132,384 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 137,241  $ 134,780 

Condensed Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income (Loss)
  2023 2022
Income:
Dividends from bank subsidiary $ —  $ 20,000 
Other income 638  439 
Total income 638  20,439 
Other expenses 3,120  3,264 
(Loss) income before income tax benefit and undistributed subsidiary (loss) income
(2,482) 17,175 
Income tax benefit (524) (632)
Equity in undistributed income of subsidiaries (dividends in excess of net income):
Bank subsidiary 10,344  (5,472)
Captive subsidiary 1,101  630 
Net (loss) income $ 9,487  $ 12,965 
Comprehensive income (loss) $ 16,193  $ (35,574)

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Condensed Statements of Cash Flows
  2023 2022
Operating Activities
Net income $ 9,487  $ 12,965 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
Dividends in excess of net income (equity in undistributed net income of subsidiaries) (11,446) 4,842 
ESOP expense 612  799 
Stock based compensation 1,627  1,539 
Changes in other assets and other liabilities (1,113) (944)
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities
(833) 19,201 
Investing Activities
Capitalization of subsidiary —  (250)
Net cash used in investing activities —  (250)
Financing Activities
Dividends paid (5,920) (4,408)
Repurchase of common stock (6,251) (9,859)
Proceeds from stock option exercises —  — 
Net cash used in financing activities (12,171) (14,267)
Net Change in Cash and Cash Equivalents (13,004) 4,684 
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning of Period 26,229  21,545 
Cash and Cash Equivalents, End of Period $ 13,225  $ 26,229 


Note 21:    Significant Estimates and Concentrations
Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require disclosure of certain significant estimates and current vulnerabilities due to certain concentrations.  Estimates related to the allowance for loan losses are reflected in the footnote regarding loans.  Current vulnerabilities due to certain concentrations of credit risk are discussed in the footnote on commitments and credit risk.  Other significant estimates and concentrations not discussed in those footnotes include:
General Litigation – The Company is subject to claims and lawsuits that arise primarily in the ordinary course of business.  It is the opinion of management that the disposition or ultimate resolution of such claims and lawsuits will not have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial position, results of operations and cash flows of the Company.
Note 22:    Subsequent Events
Subsequent events have been evaluated through March 29, 2024, which is the date the consolidated financial statements were issued.
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Item 9.    Changes In and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
None.
Item 9A.    Controls and Procedures
(a)Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures  
An evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Act”)) as of December 31, 2023, was carried out under the supervision and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer (principal executive officer), Chief Financial Officer (principal financial officer) and several other members of our senior management.  Our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures in effect as of December 31, 2023, were effective.  We intend to continually review and evaluate the design and effectiveness of the Company's disclosure controls and procedures and to improve the Company's controls and procedures over time and to correct any deficiencies that we may discover in the future. The goal is to ensure that senior management has timely access to all material financial and non-financial information concerning the Company's business. While we believe the present design of the disclosure controls and procedures is effective to achieve its goal, future events affecting its business may cause the Company to modify its disclosure controls and procedures.
(b)Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

 MANAGEMENT'S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
The management of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(f) of the Act. The Company's internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance to the Company's management and board of directors regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of the financial statements for external purposes in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. There are inherent limitations in the effectiveness of any system of internal control over financial reporting, including the possibility of human error and circumvention or overriding of controls. Accordingly, even an effective system of internal control over financial reporting can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation. Projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risks that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
Management assessed the effectiveness of the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2023. In making this assessment, it used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013). Based on this assessment, we concluded that, as of December 31, 2023, the Company's internal control over financial reporting was effective based on those criteria.
(c)Changes in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting
As required by Rule 13a-15(d), our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, also conducted an evaluation of our internal control over financial reporting to determine whether any changes occurred during the quarter ended December 31, 2023 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. There were no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Act) that occurred during the quarter ended December 31, 2023, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
We do not expect that our disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting will prevent all error and all fraud. A control procedure, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute assurance that the objectives of the control procedure are met. Because of the inherent limitations in all control procedures, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the Company have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and that breakdowns can occur because of simple error or mistake. Additionally, controls may be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by override of the control. The design of any control procedure is also based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions; over time, controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
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Because of the inherent limitations in a cost-effective control procedure, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected.
Item 9B.    Other Information
(a) None.
(b) During the year ended December 31, 2023, there were no Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements (as defined in Item 408(a) of Regulation S-K) or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements (as defined in Item 408(c) of Regulation S-K) adopted or terminated by any director or officer (as defined in Rule 16a-1(f) under the Exchange Act) of the Company.
Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections.

Not applicable.
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PART III
Item 10.    Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
Directors
Information concerning our directors is incorporated herein by reference from the Company's definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held in May 2024, a copy of which will be filed with the SEC not later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year.
Executive Officers
Information concerning our executive officers is contained under the heading "Information About Our Executive Officers" under Part I, Item 1 of this Form 10-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
Delinquent Section 16 Reports
None.
Code of Ethics
We have adopted a code of ethics that applies to our principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer, and person performing similar functions, and to all of our other employees and our directors.  You may obtain a copy of the code of ethics free of charge by writing to the Corporate Secretary of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc., 31 North 9th Street, Richmond, Indiana 47374 or by calling (765) 962-2581.  In addition, the code of ethics is available on our websites at www.firstbankrichmond.com or www.mutualfederal.com  by clicking the link “About Us,” then scrolling down and clicking the link "Investor Relations."
Corporate Governance
Nominating Procedures. There have been no material changes to the procedures by which shareholders may recommend nominees to our Board of Directors since last disclosed to shareholders.
Audit Committee and Audit Committee Financial Expert.  We have an Audit Committee that is appointed by the Board of Directors to provide assistance to the Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibility relating to the integrity of our consolidated financial statements and the financial reporting processes, the systems of internal accounting and financial controls, compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, the annual independent audit of our consolidated financial statements, the independent auditors' qualifications and independence, the performance of our internal audit function and independent auditors and any other areas of potential financial risk to the Company specified by our Board of Directors. The Audit Committee also is responsible for the appointment, retention and oversight of our independent auditors, including pre-approval of all audit and non-audit services to be performed by the independent auditors.  During 2023, the Audit Committee was comprised of Directors Jeffrey A. Jackson (Chair), Kathryn Girten, and Harold T. Hanley III, each of whom was "independent" as that term is defined for audit committee members in the Nasdaq Rules. The Board of Directors has determined that Director Jackson is an "audit committee financial expert" as defined in Item 407(e) of Regulation S-K of the Securities and Exchange Commission and that all of the Audit Committee members meet the financial literacy requirements under the NASDAQ listing standards.  Additional information concerning the Audit Committee is incorporated herein by reference from the Company's definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held in May 2024 (except for information contained under the heading "Report of the Audit Committee"), a copy of which will be filed with the SEC not later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year.
Item 11.    Executive Compensation
Information concerning executive compensation is incorporated herein by reference from the Company's definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held in May 2024, a copy of which will be filed with the SEC not later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year.


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Item 12.    Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
(a)Securities Authorized for Issuance under Stock-Based Compensation Plans
The following table sets forth information as of December 31, 2023 with respect to the Company’s equity incentive plan which was approved by the Company’s shareholders.
Plan Category Number of securities to be issued upon exercise of outstanding options, warrants Weighted average exercise price of outstanding options, warrants and rights
Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation plan(1)
Equity Incentive Plan approved by security holders 1,050,961 $ 10.56  336,984
Equity Incentive Plan not approved by security holders — 
Total 1,050,961 $ 10.56  336,984

(1) Includes 87,979 shares available for issuance for stock awards, other than awards of stock options and stock appreciation rights.

(b)Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners
Information concerning security ownership of certain beneficial owners is incorporated herein by reference from the Company's definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held in May 2024, a copy of which will be filed with the SEC not later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year.
(c)Security Ownership of Management
Information concerning security ownership of management is incorporated herein by reference from the Company's definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held in May 2024, a copy of which will be filed with the SEC not later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year.
(d)Changes in Control
Management is not aware of any arrangements, including any pledge by any person of securities of the Company, the operation of which may at a subsequent date result in a change in control of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
Item 13.    Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
Information concerning certain relationships and related transactions, our independent directors and our audit and nominating committee charters is incorporated herein by reference from the Company's definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held in May 2024, a copy of which will be filed with the SEC not later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year.
Item 14.    Principal Accountant Fees and Services
Information concerning principal accountant fees and services is incorporated herein by reference from the Company's definitive proxy statement for its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held in May 2024, a copy of which will be filed with the SEC not later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year.
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PART IV
Item 15.   Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules
(a)(1) List of Financial Statements
The following documents are filed as part of this Form 10-K:
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PCAOB ID 686)
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 2023 and 2022
Consolidated Statements of Income for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the Years December 31, 2023 and 2022
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(a)(2) List of Financial Statement Schedules:
All financial statement schedules have been omitted as the information is not required under the related instructions or is not applicable.
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(a)(3) List of Exhibits:
(b) Exhibits:
10.1(1)
10.2(1)
10.3(1)
10.4(1)
10.5(1)
 
101.0 The following materials for the year ended December 31, 2023, formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language): (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets, (ii) the Consolidated Statements of Income, (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income, (iv) Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity (v) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, and (vi) Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
104.0 Cover Page Interactive Data (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
______________________________________
(1) Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement.

(c) Financial Statements Schedules
None
Item 16.   Form 10-K Summary
None
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
RICHMOND MUTUAL BANCORPORATION, INC., a
Maryland corporation
Date: March 29, 2024 By: /s/ Garry D. Kleer
Garry D. Kleer
Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer (Duly Authorized Representative)
POWER OF ATTORNEY
We, the undersigned officers and directors of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc., hereby severally and individually constitute and appoint Garry D. Kleer and Bradley M. Glover, and each of them, the true and lawful attorneys and agents of each of us to execute in the name, place and stead of each of us (individually and in any capacity stated below) any and all amendments to this Annual Report on Form 10-K and all instruments necessary or advisable in connection therewith and to file the same with the Securities and Exchange Commission, each of said attorneys and agents to have the power to act with or without the others and to have full power and authority to do and perform in the name and on behalf of each of the undersigned every act whatsoever necessary or advisable to be done in the premises as fully and to all intents and purposes as any of the undersigned might or could do in person, and we hereby ratify and confirm our signatures as they may be signed by our said attorneys and agents or each of them to any and all such amendments and instruments.
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
Signatures Title Date
/s/ Garry D. Kleer
Garry D. Kleer
Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer)
March 29, 2024
/s/ Bradley M. Glover
Bradley M. Glover
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)
March 29, 2024
/s/ E. Michael Blum
E. Michael Blum
Director March 29, 2024
/s/ Harold T. Hanley III
Harold T. Hanley III
Director March 29, 2024
/s/ Jeffrey A. Jackson
Jeffrey A. Jackson
Director March 29, 2024
/s/ Kathryn Girten
Kathryn Girten
Director March 29, 2024
/s/ M. Lynn Wetzel
M. Lynn Wetzel
Director March 29, 2024

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EXHIBIT 21
 
 
SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT
 
 
Parent
 
 
 
Subsidiary
Percentage
Ownership
State of
Incorporation
or
Organization
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.
First Bank Richmond
100%

Indiana
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. First Insurance Management, Inc. 100% Nevada
First Bank Richmond
FB Richmond Holding, Inc.
100% Nevada

FB Richmond Holdings, Inc.
FB Richmond Properties, Inc.
100% Delaware


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EXHIBIT 23
 
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
 
We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements on Form S-8 (File No. 333-248862) of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. (the “Company”) of our report dated March 29, 2024, on our audits of the consolidated financial statements of the Company as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, and for the years then ended, which report is included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
 
/s/ FORVIS, LLP (Formerly BKD, LLP)
FORVIS, LLP
 
Indianapolis, Indiana
March 29, 2024

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EXHIBIT 31.1
RULE 13a-14(a) CERTIFICATION
I, Garry D. Kleer, certify that:
1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. (the “Company”);
2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the Company as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4.The Company’s other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the Company and have: 
a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Company, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;  
b)Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles; 
c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and 
d)Disclosed in this report any change in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the Company’s most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting; and  
5.The Company’s other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting to the Company’s auditors and the audit committee of the Company’s Board of Directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting, which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the Company’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
Date: March 29, 2024 By: /s/ Garry D. Kleer
Garry D. Kleer
President and Chief Executive Officer


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EXHIBIT 31.2
RULE 13a-14(a) CERTIFICATION
I, Bradley M. Glover, certify that:
1.I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. (the “Company”);
2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the Company as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4.The Company’s other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the Company and have:
a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Company, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b)[Paragraph omitted in accordance with Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(a)]; 
c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d)Disclosed in this report any change in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the Company’s most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting; and 
5.The Company’s other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting to the Company’s auditors and the audit committee of the Company’s Board of Directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting, which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the Company’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and 
b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
Date: March 29, 2024 By: /s/ Bradley M. Glover
Bradley M. Glover
Chief Financial Officer


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EXHIBIT 32
SECTION 1350 CERTIFICATION
Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 each of the undersigned hereby certifies in his or her capacity as an officer of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc.  (the “Company”) that the Annual Report of the Company on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and that the information contained in such report fairly represents, in all material respects, the financial statements included in such report.
Date: March 29, 2024  /s/ Garry D. Kleer
Garry D. Kleer
President and Chief Executive Officer
Date: March 29, 2024  /s/ Bradley M. Glover
Bradley M. Glover
Chief Financial Officer


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EXHIBIT 97

RICHMOND MUTUAL BANCORPORATION, INC.

COMPENSATION RECOVERY POLICY

The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. (the “Company”) believes that it is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders to adopt this Compensation Recovery Policy (the “Policy”), which provides for the recovery of certain incentive compensation in the event of an Accounting Restatement (as defined below). This Policy is designed to comply with, and shall be interpreted to be consistent with, Section 10D of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), Rule 10D-1 promulgated under the Exchange Act (“Rule 10D-1”) and Nasdaq Listing Rule 5608 (the “Listing Standards”).

1. Administration

Except as specifically set forth herein, this Policy shall be administered by the Company’s Compensation Committee (the “Administrator”). The Administrator is authorized to interpret and construe this Policy and to make all determinations necessary, appropriate or advisable for the administration of this Policy. Any determinations made by the Administrator shall be final and binding on all affected individuals and the Company and need not be uniform with respect to each individual covered by the Policy. In the administration of this Policy, the Administrator is authorized and directed to consult with Company counsel, the full Board or such other committees of the Board, such as the Company’s Audit Committee, as may be necessary or appropriate.

Subject to any limitation of applicable law, the Administrator may authorize and empower any officer or employee of the Company to take any and all actions necessary or appropriate to carry out the purpose and intent of this Policy (other than with respect to any recovery under this Policy involving such officer or employee).

2. Definitions

As used in this Policy, the following definitions shall apply:

“Accounting Restatement” means an accounting restatement of the Company’s financial statements due to the Company’s material noncompliance with any financial reporting requirement under U.S. securities laws, including any required accounting restatement to correct an error in previously issued financial statements that is material to the previously issued financial statements (commonly referred to as “Big R” restatements), or that would result in a material misstatement if the error were corrected in the current period or left uncorrected in the current period (commonly referred to as “little r” restatements).

“Administrator” has the meaning set forth in Section 1 hereof.

“Applicable Period” means the three completed fiscal years immediately preceding the earlier of (i) the date the Board, a committee of the Board, or the officer or officers of the Company authorized to take such action if Board action is not required, concludes (or reasonably should have concluded) that an Accounting Restatement is required or (ii) the date a regulator, court or other legally authorized entity directs the Company to undertake an Accounting Restatement.



The “Applicable Period” also includes any transition period (that results from a change in the Company’s fiscal year) within or immediately following the three completed fiscal years identified in the preceding sentence; except that a transition period that comprises a period of at least nine months shall count as a completed fiscal year.

“Covered Executives” means the Company’s current and former executive officers, as determined by the Administrator in accordance with the definition of “executive officer” set forth in Rule 10D-1 and the Listing Standards.

“Erroneously Awarded Compensation” has the meaning set forth in Section 5 of this Policy.

“Financial Reporting Measure” is any measure that is determined and presented in accordance with the accounting principles used in preparing the Company’s financial statements, and any measure that is derived wholly or in part from such measure and includes “non-GAAP” measures for purposes of Regulation G promulgated under the Exchange Act. Financial Reporting Measures include but are not limited to the following (and any measures derived from the following): Company stock price; total shareholder return (“TSR”); revenues; net income; operating income; operating net income, operating pre-tax pre-provision income, tangible book value, tangible book value per share, profitability or growth of one or more reportable segments; financial ratios (e.g., yield on loans, rates on deposits, efficiency ratio, nonperforming loans to total loans, nonperforming assets to total assets, loans to assets ratio, loans to deposits ratio); liquidity measures (e.g., capital, operating cash flow); return measures (e.g., net interest margin, return on assets, return on equity); earnings measures (e.g., earnings per share); any of such financial reporting measures relative to a peer group, where the Company’s financial reporting measure is subject to an Accounting Restatement; and tax basis income. A Financial Reporting Measure need not be presented within the Company’s financial statements or included in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

“Incentive-Based Compensation” means any compensation that is granted, earned or vested based wholly or in part upon the attainment of a Financial Reporting Measure. Incentive-Based Compensation is “received” for purposes of this Policy in the Company’s fiscal period during which the Financial Reporting Measure specified in the Incentive-Based Compensation award is attained, even if the payment or grant of such Incentive-Based Compensation occurs after the end of that period. Examples of “Incentive-Based Compensation” include, but are not limited to: non-equity incentive plan awards that are earned based wholly or in part on satisfying a Financial Reporting Measure performance goal; bonuses paid from a “bonus pool,” the size of which is determined based wholly or in part on satisfying a Financial Reporting Measure performance goal; other cash awards based on satisfaction of a Financial Reporting Measure performance goal; restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, performance share awards or units, stock options and stock appreciation rights that are granted or become vested based wholly or in part on satisfying a Financial Reporting Measure performance goal; and proceeds received upon the sale of shares acquired through an incentive plan that were granted or vested based wholly or in part on satisfying a Financial Reporting Measure performance goal.



Examples of compensation that is not “incentive-based compensation” include, but are not limited to: salaries (except to the extent a salary increase is earned wholly or in part based on the attainment of a Financial Reporting Measure performance goal); bonuses paid solely at the discretion of the Compensation Committee or Board that are not paid from a “bonus pool” that is determined by satisfying a Financial Reporting Measure performance goal; bonuses paid solely upon satisfying one or more subjective standards (e.g., demonstrated leadership) and/or completion of a specified employment period; non-equity incentive plan awards earned solely upon satisfying one or more strategic measures (e.g., consummating a merger or branch acquisition or divestiture), or operational measures (e.g., opening a specified number of branches, completion of a project, increase in market share); and equity awards for which the grant is not contingent upon achieving any Financial Reporting Measure performance goal and vesting is contingent solely upon completion of a specified employment period and/or attaining one or more nonfinancial reporting measures.

3. Covered Executives; Incentive-Based Compensation

This Policy applies to Incentive-Based Compensation received by a Covered Executive (a) after beginning services as a Covered Executive; (b) if that person served as a Covered Executive at any time during the performance period for such Incentive-Based Compensation; and (c) while the Company had a listed class of securities on a national securities exchange. This Policy does not apply to Incentive-Based Compensation received by a Covered Executive (x) while that person was serving in a non-executive capacity prior to becoming a Covered Executive or (y) who is a Covered Executive on the date on which the Company is required to prepare an Accounting Restatement but who was not a Covered Executive at any time during the performance period for which the Incentive-Based Compensation is received.

4. Required Recoupment of Erroneously Awarded Compensation in the Event of an Accounting Restatement

In the event the Company is required to prepare an Accounting Restatement, the Company shall promptly recoup the amount of any Erroneously Awarded Compensation received by any Covered Executive, as calculated pursuant to Section 5 hereof, relating to the Applicable Period.

5. Erroneously Awarded Compensation: Amount Subject to Recovery

The amount of “Erroneously Awarded Compensation” subject to recovery under the Policy, as determined by the Administrator, is the amount of Incentive-Based Compensation received by the Covered Executive that exceeds the amount of Incentive-Based Compensation that would have been received by the Covered Executive had such compensation been determined based on the restated amounts.

Erroneously Awarded Compensation shall be computed by the Administrator without regard to any taxes paid by the Covered Executive in respect of the Erroneously Awarded Compensation. By way of example, with respect to any compensation plans or programs that take into account Incentive-Based Compensation, the amount of Erroneously Awarded Compensation subject to recovery hereunder includes, but is not limited to, the amount contributed to any notional account based on Erroneously Awarded Compensation and any earnings accrued to date on that notional amount.



For Incentive-Based Compensation based on stock price or TSR: (a) the Administrator shall determine the amount of Erroneously Awarded Compensation based on a reasonable estimate of the effect of the Accounting Restatement on the stock price or TSR upon which the Incentive-Based Compensation was received; and (b) the Company shall maintain documentation of the determination of that reasonable estimate and provide such documentation to The Nasdaq Stock Market (“Nasdaq”) and the Covered Executive.

6. Method of Recoupment

The Administrator shall determine, in its sole discretion, the timing and method for reasonably promptly recouping Erroneously Awarded Compensation hereunder, which may include without limitation (a) seeking reimbursement of all or part of any cash or equity-based award, (b) cancelling prior cash or equity-based awards, whether vested or unvested or paid or unpaid, (c) cancelling or offsetting against any planned future cash or equity-based awards, (d) forfeiture of deferred compensation, subject to compliance with Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (“IRC”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder and (e) any other method authorized by applicable law or contract. Subject to compliance with any applicable law, the Administrator may affect recovery under this Policy from any amount otherwise payable to the Covered Executive, including amounts payable to such individual under any otherwise applicable Company plan, program or contract, including base salary, bonuses or commissions and compensation previously deferred by the Covered Executive.

The Company is authorized and directed pursuant to this Policy to recoup Erroneously Awarded Compensation in compliance with this Policy unless the Compensation Committee of the Board has determined that recovery would be impracticable solely for the following limited reasons, and subject to the following procedural and disclosure requirements:

a.The direct expense paid to a third party to assist in enforcing the Policy would exceed the amount to be recovered. Before concluding that it would be impracticable to recover any amount of Erroneously Awarded Compensation based on expense of enforcement, the Administrator must make a reasonable attempt to recover such Erroneously Awarded Compensation, document such reasonable attempt(s) to recover and provide that documentation to Nasdaq;

b.Recovery would violate any law of the United States that was adopted prior to November 28, 2022. Before concluding that it would be impracticable to recover any amount of Erroneously Awarded Compensation based on a violation of law, the Administrator must satisfy the applicable opinion and disclosure requirements of Rule 10D-1 and the Listing Standards; or

c.Recovery would likely cause an otherwise tax-qualified retirement plan, under which benefits are broadly available to employees of the Company, to fail to meet the requirements of Sections 401(a)(13) or 411(a) of the IRC and the regulations thereunder.








7. Make No Additional Payments

In no event shall the Company be required to award Covered Executives an additional payment if the Accounting Restatement results in a higher Incentive-Based Compensation payment.

8. No Indemnification or Reimbursement of Covered Executives

Notwithstanding the terms of any other policy, program, agreement or arrangement, in no event will the Company or any of its affiliates indemnify or reimburse a Covered Executive for any loss under this Policy and in no event will the Company or any of its affiliates pay premiums or reimburse the Covered Executive for premiums he or she paid on any insurance policy that would cover a Covered Executive’s potential obligations with respect to Erroneously Awarded Compensation under this Policy.

9. Administrator Indemnification

Any members of the Administrator, and any other members of the Board or officers of the Company who assist in the administration of this Policy, shall not be personally liable for any action, determination or interpretation made with respect to this Policy and shall be fully indemnified by the Company to the fullest extent under applicable law and Company policy with respect to any such action, determination or interpretation. The foregoing sentence shall not limit any other rights to indemnification of the members of the Board under applicable law or Company policy.

10. Effective Date; Retroactive Application

This Policy shall be effective as of December 1, 2023 (the “Effective Date”). The terms of this Policy shall apply to any Incentive-Based Compensation that is received by Covered Executives on or after the Effective Date, even if such Incentive-Based Compensation was approved, awarded or granted to Covered Executives prior to the Effective Date. Without limiting the generality of Section 6 hereof, and subject to applicable law, the Administrator may affect recovery under this Policy from any amount of compensation approved, awarded, granted, payable or paid to the Covered Executive prior to, on or after the Effective Date. This Policy shall supersede and replace any existing policy regarding compensation recovery previously approved by the Board.

11. Acknowledgement by Covered Executives; Condition to Eligibility for Incentive-Based Compensation

The Company will provide notice and seek acknowledgement of this Policy from each Covered Executive in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, provided that the failure to provide such notice or obtain such acknowledgement will have no impact on the applicability or enforceability of this Policy. After the Effective Date, the Company must be in receipt of a Covered Executive’s acknowledgement as a condition to such Covered Executive’s eligibility to receive Incentive-Based Compensation awarded or received after such date. All Incentive-Based Compensation subject to this Policy will not be earned, even if already paid, until the Policy ceases to apply to such Incentive-Based Compensation and any other vesting conditions applicable to such Incentive-Based Compensation are satisfied.




12. Amendment; Termination

The Board may amend, modify, supplement, rescind or replace all or any portion of this Policy at any time and from time to time in its discretion, and shall amend this Policy as it deems necessary to comply with applicable law or any rules or standards adopted by a national securities exchange on which the Company’s securities are listed.

13. Other Recoupment Rights; Company Claims

The Board intends that this Policy shall be applied to the fullest extent of the law. Any right of recoupment under this Policy is in addition to, and not in lieu of, any other remedies or rights of recoupment that may be available to the Company under applicable law or pursuant to the terms of any similar policy in any employment agreement, equity award agreement, or similar agreement and any other legal remedies available to the Company.

Nothing contained in this Policy, and no recoupment or recovery as contemplated by this Policy, shall limit any claims, damages or other legal remedies the Company or any of its affiliates may have against a Covered Executive arising out of or resulting from any actions or omissions by the Covered Executive.

14. Successors

This Policy shall be binding and enforceable against all Covered Executives and their beneficiaries, heirs, executors, administrators or other legal representatives.

15. Exhibit Filing Requirement

A copy of this Policy and any amendments thereto shall be posted on the Company’s website and filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.






EXHIBIT A

TO BE SIGNED BY THE COMPANY’S EXECUTIVE OFFICERS:



Compensation Recovery Policy Acknowledgment

The undersigned agrees and acknowledges that I am fully bound by, and subject to, all of the terms and conditions of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. Compensation Recovery Policy (as it may be amended, restated, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time, (the “Policy”). In the event of any inconsistency between the Policy and the terms of any employment agreement to which I am a party, or the terms of any compensation plan, program or agreement under which any compensation has been granted, awarded, earned or paid, the terms of the Policy shall govern. In the event it is determined by the Administrator that any amounts granted, awarded, earned or paid to me must be forfeited or reimbursed to the Company, I will promptly take any action necessary to effectuate such forfeiture and/or reimbursement. Any capitalized terms used in this Acknowledgment without definition shall have the meaning set forth in the Policy.



By: ______________________________________
[Name]
[Title]

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Date