U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

Form 10-Q

 

x Quarterly Report Under Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2012

 

¨ Transition Report Under Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

For the transition period ended                                 

 

Commission File Number    000-33227

 

Southern Community Financial Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

North Carolina   56-2270620
(State or other jurisdiction of   (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or organization)    
     
4605 Country Club Road    
Winston-Salem, North Carolina   27104
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

 

Registrant's telephone number, including area code (336) 768-8500

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes  x  No  ¨

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).

Yes  x  No  ¨

 

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

Large accelerated filer ¨   Accelerated filer ¨   Non-accelerated filer ¨   Smaller reporting company  x

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes  ¨  No  x

 

As of July 31, 2012 (the most recent practicable date), the registrant had outstanding 16,852,525 shares of Common Stock, no par value.

 

 
 

 

      Page No.
         
Part I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION      
         
Item 1 - Financial Statements (Unaudited)    
         
 

Consolidated Statements of Financial

Condition June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011

  22  
         
 

Consolidated Statements of Operations

Three Months and Six Months Ended June 30, 2012 and 2011

  23  
         
 

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)

Three Months and Six Months Ended June 30, 2012 and 2011

  24  
         
 

Consolidated Statement of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity

Six Months Ended June 30, 2012

  25  
         
 

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

Six Months Ended June 30, 2012 and 2011

  26  
         
  Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements   27  
         
  Selected Financial Data   3  
         
Item 2 - Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations   4  
         
Item 3 - Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk   61  
         
Item 4 - Controls and Procedures   61  
         
Part II. Other Information      
         
Item 1A - Risk Factors   62  
         
Item 6 - Exhibits   62  
         
Signatures     63  

 

 
 

 

Part I. Financial Information

SElected financial data

 

 

    At or for the Quarter Ended     % Change June 30, 2012 from  
    June 30,     December 31,     June 30,     December 31,     June 30,  
    2012     2011     2011     2011     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands, except per share data)              
Operating Data:                                        
Interest income   $ 15,442     $ 16,602     $ 18,148       (7 )%     (15 )%
Interest expense     4,772       5,111       5,578       (7 )     (14 )
Net interest income     10,670       11,491       12,570       (7 )     (15 )
Provision for loan losses     2,300       3,400       3,700       (32 )     (38 )
Net interest income after provision for loan losses     8,370       8,091       8,870       3       (6 )
Non-interest income     3,898       4,403       3,534       (11 )     10  
Non-interest expense     11,177       11,497       11,255       (3 )     (1 )
Income before income taxes     1,091       997       1,149       9       (5 )
Income tax expense (benefit)     -       -       -       -       -  
Net income   $ 1,091     $ 997     $ 1,149       9       (5 )
Effective dividend on preferred stock     645       638       638       1       1  
Net income available to common shareholders   $ 446     $ 359     $ 511       24       (13 )
                                         
Net Income Per Common Share:                                        
Basic   $ 0.03     $ 0.02     $ 0.03                  
Diluted     0.03       0.02       0.03                  
                                         
Selected Performance Ratios:                                        
Return on average assets     0.30 %     0.26 %     0.29 %                
Return on average equity     4.44 %     4.02 %     5.00 %                
Net interest margin (1)     3.15 %     3.22 %     3.43 %                
Efficiency ratio (2)     76.72 %     72.34 %     69.89 %                
                                         
Asset Quality Ratios:                                        
Nonperforming loans to period-end loans     6.01 %     7.13 %     6.42 %                
Nonperforming assets to total assets (3)     5.18 %     5.85 %     5.75 %                
Net loan charge-offs to average loans outstanding (annualized)     1.52 %     2.29 %     1.46 %                
Allowance for loan losses to period-end loans     2.50 %     2.53 %     2.65 %                
Allowance for loan losses to nonperforming loans     0.42 X     0.36 X     0.41 X                
                                         
Capital Ratios:                                        
Total risk-based capital     14.87 %     14.26 %     13.41 %              
Tier 1 risk-based capital     12.38 %     11.75 %     10.90 %              
Leverage ratio     8.95 %     8.47 %     7.97 %              
Equity to assets ratio     6.93 %     6.50 %     6.07 %              
                                         
Balance Sheet Data (End of Period):                                        
Total assets     1,446,961       1,502,578       1,561,986       (4 )     (7 )
Loans     913,591       950,022       1,038,349       (4 )     (12 )
Deposits     1,126,701       1,183,172       1,247,888       (5 )     (10 )
Short-term borrowings     59,268       33,629       7,353       76       706  
Long-term borrowings     147,426       177,514       202,601       (17 )     (27 )
Stockholders’ equity     100,339       97,635       94,740       3       6  
                                         
Other Data:                                        
Weighted average shares                                        
Basic     16,858,572       16,827,684       16,835,724                  
Diluted     16,934,115       16,891,910       16,906,810                  
Period end outstanding shares     16,854,775       16,827,075       16,831,375                  
Number of banking offices     22       22       22                  
Number of full-time equivalent employees     286       290       289                  

 

(1) Net interest margin is net interest income divided by average interest-earning assets.

(2) Efficiency ratio is non-interest expense divided by the sum of net interest income and non-interest income.

(3) Nonperforming assets consist of nonaccrual loans, restructured loans and foreclosed assets, where applicable.

 

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

 

This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q may contain certain forward-looking statements consisting of estimates with respect to our financial condition, results of operations and business that are subject to various factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from these estimates. These factors include, but are not limited to, general economic conditions, changes in interest rates, deposit flows, loan demand, real estate values and competition; changes in accounting principles, policies, or guidelines; changes in legislation or regulation; and other economic, competitive, governmental, regulatory, technological factors affecting our operations, pricing, products and services, and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

Capital Bank Financial Corp. Acquisition

 

On March 26, 2012, Southern Community Financial Corporation, Winston-Salem, N.C. (“Southern Community”) entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Agreement”) with Capital Bank Financial Corp. (“CBF”) and Winston 23 Corporation (“Winston”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CBF, pursuant to which Southern Community will merge with Winston and become a wholly-owned subsidiary of CBF (the “Merger”). The Agreement and the transactions contemplated by it has been approved by the Board of Directors of both CBF and Southern Community.

 

Capital Bank Financial Corp. is a national bank holding company that was incorporated in the State of Delaware in 2009. CBF has raised approximately $900 million of equity capital with the goal of creating a regional banking franchise in the southeastern region of the United States. CBF has previously invested in First National of the South, Metro Bank of Dade Country, Turnberry Bank, TIB Financial Corporation, Capital Bank Corporation and Green Bankshares, Inc. CBF is the parent of Capital Bank, N.A., a national banking association with approximately $6.5 billion in total assets and 143 full-service banking offices throughout southern Florida and the Florida Keys, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. CBF is also the parent company of Naples Capital Advisors, Inc., a registered investment advisor.

 

Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Agreement dated March 26, 2012 and as amended on June 25, 2012, each share of Southern Community Common Stock issued and outstanding at the effective time of the Merger will be converted into the right to receive $3.11 in cash, without interest and less any applicable withholding taxes.

 

Each outstanding option to purchase shares of Southern Community common stock will be vested prior to the Merger and be paid in cash equal to the difference between the exercise price of the option and $3.11 and each share of Southern Community restricted stock will vest immediately prior to the Merger and all restrictions will immediately lapse.

 

Southern Community shareholders will also be granted one non-transferable contingent value right (“CVR”) per share, with each CVR eligible to receive a cash payment equal to 75% of the excess, if any, of (i) $87 million over (ii) net charge-offs and net realized losses on Southern Community’s legacy loan portfolio and foreclosed assets for a period of five years from the closing date of the Merger, with a maximum payment of $1.30 per CVR. Payout of the CVR will be overseen by a special committee of the CBF Board. Southern Community shareholders may also receive an additional cash payment based on the terms of a potential repurchase by CBF of the securities issued by Southern Community to the United States Department of the Treasury.

 

Upon the closing of the Merger, Dr. William G. Ward, Sr., the Chairman of Southern Community’s Board of Directors, will join the Board of Directors of both CBF and its subsidiary bank (“Capital Bank”), and James G. Chrysson, the Vice Chairman of the Board of Southern Community, will join the Board of Capital Bank.

 

The obligations of Southern Community and CBF to consummate the merger are subject to certain conditions, including: (i) approval of the Merger by the shareholders of Southern Community; (ii) receipt of required regulatory approvals (and in CBF’s case, without the imposition of an unduly burdensome regulatory condition); (iii) the absence of any injunction or similar restraint enjoining or making illegal consummation of the Merger or any of the other transactions contemplated by the Agreement; (iv) the continuing material truth and accuracy of representations and warranties made by the parties in the Agreement; and (vi) the performance in all material respects by each of the parties of its covenants under the Agreement. Some of these conditions may be waived by the party for whose benefit they were included in the Agreement. CBF’s obligation to close is subject to certain additional conditions, including the absence of a material adverse effect on Southern Community and the amendment or waiver of certain of Southern Community’s compensation-related agreements.

 

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The Agreement may be terminated, before or after receipt of shareholder approval, in certain circumstances, including: (i) upon the mutual consent of the parties; (ii) failure to obtain any required regulatory approval; (iii) by either party if the Merger is not consummated on or before September 26, 2012 if such failure is not caused by material breach of the Agreement; (iv) by either party if there is a material breach of the other party’s representations, warranties, or covenants, and the breach or change that is not cured within 30 days following notice by the complaining party to the complaining party’s reasonable satisfaction; (v) by CBF if Southern Community’s Board fails to recommend that shareholders approve the Agreement and the Merger, changes such recommendation or breaches certain non-solicitation covenants with respect to third party proposals; or (vi) by either party if the shareholders of Southern Community fail to approve the Agreement.

 

Under certain circumstances, Southern Community will be obligated to pay CBF a termination fee of $4 million and reimburse CBF up to $1 million for all expenses incurred by it in connection with the Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereby.

 

On July 25, 2012, the Board terminated the employment of Messrs. Bauer and Clark effective September 22, 2012. Their employment agreements, which have now been terminated, contained change in control provisions that provided for a lump sum payment equal to three times the sum of the applicable officer’s base salary for the year of the change in control and the incentive compensation paid in the year prior to the change in control. As previously disclosed in Southern Community’s Form 10-K/A, Amendment No. 1 for the year ended December 31, 2011, the following would have been the estimated cost to the Company in the event of a change in control as of January 1, 2012, pursuant to the employment agreements and Salary Continuation Agreements and assuming that the Treasury’s investment in Southern Community was repaid in full, the Company was no longer under regulatory restrictions and not taking into account the amendments contemplated by the merger agreement. On behalf of Messrs. Bauer and Clark, the estimated cost to the Company would have been approximately $2,622,297 and $1,366,220, respectively. As a condition to the closing of the merger, both the amounts and the terms of potential change in control payments under the employment agreements with Messrs. Bauer and Clark were required to be amended. Since neither officer will be an employee of Southern Community at the time of the merger, amendments to their employment agreements will not be required to consummate the merger.

 

Regulatory Actions and Management’s Compliance Efforts

 

On February 25, 2011, the Bank entered into a Consent Order with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) and the North Carolina Commission of Banks (“NCCOB”). Under the terms of the Consent Order among other things, the Bank has agreed to:

 

· Strengthen Board oversight of the management and operations of the Bank;
· Comply with minimum capital requirements of 8% Tier 1 leverage capital and 11% total risk-based capital;
· Formulate and implement a plan to reduce the Bank’s risk exposure in assets classified “Substandard or Doubtful” in the FDIC’s most recent report of examination by 15% in 180 days, 35% in 360 days, 60% in 540 days and 75% in 720 days;
· Within 90 days, implement effective lending and collection policies;
· Not pay cash dividends without the prior written approval of the FDIC and the Commissioner; and
· Neither renew, rollover or accept any brokered deposits without obtaining a waiver from the FDIC.

 

On June 23, 2011, the Company entered into a Written Agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond under which the Company agreed to, among other things:

 

· Not, directly or indirectly, do the following without the prior approval of the Federal Reserve:
¾ Declare or pay dividends on its, common or preferred stock;
¾ Make any distributions of interest or principal on trust preferred securities;
¾ Incur, increase or guarantee any debt; and
¾ Purchase or redeem any shares of its stock.
· Formulate and implement a written plan to maintain sufficient capital at the Company on a consolidated basis.

 

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As previously reported, the Company suspended the payment of quarterly cash dividends on the preferred stock issued to the US Treasury and the Company elected to defer the payment of quarterly scheduled interest payments on both issues of junior subordinated debentures, relating to its outstanding trust preferred securities. The Company continues to account for the obligation for the preferred dividend to the US Treasury and the interest due on the subordinated debentures. Although the Company has suspended the declaration and payment of preferred stock dividends at the present time, net income (loss) available to common shareholders reflects the dividends as if declared because of their cumulative nature. As of June 30, 2012, the cumulative amount of dividends owed to the US Treasury and the cumulative amount of interest due on the subordinated debentures were $3.9 million and $4.3 million, respectively.

 

The Bank has already undertaken the following actions, among others, to comply with the Consent Order:

 

· The Bank has exceeded all minimum capital requirements of the Consent Order.
· As of June 30, 2012, the Bank reduced its risk exposure to adversely classified assets identified in the Bank’s June 30, 2010 Report of Examination by an amount (60%) exceeding its scheduled reduction of 35% by February 2012 and meeting, in advance, its August 2012 scheduled reduction of 60%.

 

To date, management believes that the Company’s compliance efforts have been satisfactory and within the scheduled time frames. Compliance efforts remain ongoing.

 

Summary of Second Quarter

 

Total assets decreased $54.4 million, or 3.6%, during the second quarter as loans continued to decline but at a much slower rate. Investment securities decreased by $89.8 million, or 22.3%, due to the Company’s active management of the investment portfolio. Loans outstanding decreased $17.8 million, or 1.9%, as loan pay downs continued to exceed weak loan demand. The allowance for loan losses decreased $1.2 million, or 5.1%, to $23.0 million during the quarter as the specific allowance requirements decreased $928 thousand to $1.7 million while the volume of impaired loans individually evaluated for impairment decreased $2.0 million. Foreclosed assets decreased $4.1 million as the $831 thousand in writedowns and $6.4 million in foreclosed assets sold exceeded the new foreclosed asset additions during the quarter of $3.1 million. The liquidity from the loan pay downs and sales of investment securities held at the Federal Reserve ended the quarter at an unusually high balance of $101.5 million. Total deposits were $1.13 billion at June 30, 2012, a decrease of $55.1 million, or 4.7%, from the prior quarter end. The decrease in deposits included decreases of $44.5 million in time deposits and $13.7 million in interest bearing transaction accounts while demand deposits increased $3.2 million. This decrease in time deposits consisted of $24.4 million in outflows of maturing brokered deposits and $20.1 million in customer certificates of deposits. Interest bearing transaction accounts also declined with decreases of $11.1 million in NOW accounts, $2.4 million in money market accounts and $214 thousand in savings accounts. The decrease in interest bearing transaction accounts combined with the decrease in higher cost customer certificates of deposit and brokered deposits minimized the two basis point decrease in the net interest margin for the quarter. We expect wholesale funding to continue to decrease as the Company seeks to grow its core deposits and not renew maturing brokered deposits. Borrowings decreased $2.9 million, or 1.4%, from the prior quarter due primarily to decreased customer repurchase agreement activity.

 

Net interest income decreased $248 thousand, or 2.3%, for the second quarter compared to the first quarter. The interest rate environment remained stable in the second quarter as the Federal Reserve maintained the federal funds target rate consistent with the prior quarter and changes in LIBOR rates were relatively minor. Total interest income decreased $403 thousand, or 2.5%, while the cost of funds decreased $155 thousand, or 3.2%, compared to the previous quarter. The sequential decrease in interest income was attributable to a $15.5 million decrease in average loan balances and a four basis point decline in the earning asset yields due to the shift in the earning asset mix from loans into lower yielding investments and overnight funds. Interest expense declined primarily due to reduced cost of deposits as interest bearing deposit balances dropped significantly and the continued downward repricing of deposits. The net interest margin decreased two basis points to 3.15% compared to 3.17% for the linked quarter and decreased 28 basis points when compared to 3.43% for the second quarter of 2011. Management expects that interest margin compression will continue in the near future due to, among other factors, (i) more competitive pricing for loans, (ii) a continuation of current balance sheet trends in loan portfolio reduction and earning asset mix shift, (iii) a reduction in the investment securities portfolio and corresponding increase in interest bearing balances held at the Federal Reserve and federal funds sold and (iv) less impactful opportunities to reduce the cost of funds due to the low current interest rate structure of deposits.

 

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The Company’s provision for loan losses of $2.3 million decreased from $2.9 million for the first quarter and decreased from $3.7 million for the second quarter of 2011. Net charge-offs of $3.5 million increased $600 thousand compared to $2.9 million in the first quarter. Annualized net charge-offs increased to 1.52% of average loans in second quarter 2012 from 1.22% of average loans for first quarter and year-over-year from 1.46% of average loans for the second quarter 2011. Nonperforming loans decreased to $55.1 million, or 6.01% of loans, at June 30, 2012 from $57.9 million, or 6.19% of loans, at March 31, 2012. Nonperforming assets decreased to $75.0 million, or 5.18% of total assets, at June 30, 2012 from $81.9 million, or 5.46% of total assets, at March 31, 2011. The allowance for loan losses of $23.0 million at June 30, 2012 represented 2.50% of total loans and 42% coverage of nonperforming loans at current quarter-end compared with 2.58% of total loans and 42% coverage of nonperforming loans at March 31, 2012. We believe the allowance is adequate for losses inherent in the loan portfolio at June 30, 2012.

 

Non-interest income of $3.9 million increased $466 thousand, or 13.6%, compared to $3.4 million for the prior quarter and increased $364 thousand, or 10.3%, compared to $3.5 million for the second quarter of 2011. The major sequential changes in non-interest income were increases of $601 thousand from gains on sale of investment securities, an increase of $126 thousand in wealth management income and an increase of $93 thousand in derivative activity. These increases were offset by a decrease in Small Business Investment Corporation (SBIC) income of $370 thousand. The year-over-year increase of $364 thousand in non-interest income was primarily due to increased gains on sale of investment securities of $340 thousand and an increase in SBIC income of $177 thousand; partially offsetting these year-over-year increases was a decrease of $218 thousand in service charges on deposit accounts.

 

Non-interest expense of $11.2 million in the second quarter of 2012 increased $542 thousand, or 5.1%, from the prior quarter and decreased by $78 thousand, or 0.7%, compared with the year ago period. Linked quarter expense increases were primarily due to increases of $225 in foreclosed asset related expenses and $673 thousand in merger related expense offset by increased gains in sales of foreclosed property of $110 thousand and decreases of $73 thousand in debit card rewards expense and $51 thousand in other outside services expense. Non-interest expense decreased $78 thousand year-over-year primarily from decreases in occupancy and equipment of $198 thousand, FDIC deposit insurance of $161 thousand and advertising of $150 thousand which were offset by an increase of $387 thousand in foreclosed asset related expenses.

 

Financial Condition at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011

 

During the six month period ending June 30, 2012, total assets declined $55.4 million, or 3.7%, to $1.45 billion. The Company continued to emphasize improving the funding mix and reducing brokered deposits during this time of asset shrinkage from slow loan demand. A decrease of $36.4 million in loans and $93.7 million in investment securities was offset by an increase of $78.6 million in interest bearing deposits and overnight funds. Investment securities that matured or were sold during the quarter remained in our interest bearing account at the Federal Reserve instead of being reinvested due to merger related considerations. Demand deposits increased $12.6 million during the six month period, reaching an all-time high of $148.0 million or 13.1% of total deposits. Money market, NOW and savings accounts increased $9.7 million. Time deposits decreased $78.8 million as a result of $60.2 million in brokered deposits not being renewed, while customer time deposits decreased $18.6 million. The decrease in customer time deposits was due to lower retention of maturing certificates of deposits at a time of declining deposit offering rates and the Bank’s less competitive pricing on time deposits.

 

Total loans decreased $36.4 million, or 3.8%, during the six month period with decreases in the following major categories: $14.7 million, or 8.5%, in consumer loans, $14.5 million, or 3.8%, in commercial real estate loans, $5.6 million, or 12.3%, in residential lots, $3.2 million or 3.4%, in home equity lines, $2.5 million or 2.9% in commercial and industrial loans and $2.3 million in other loans. Commercial lines of credit increased $3.4 million or 7.7% and residential construction increased $3.0 million or 2.9% during the quarter. Loans outstanding decreased during the period as a result of large loan payoffs and continued problem loan remediation although the amount of the decrease was much less than in prior quarters due to some improvement in new loan volume for the quarter. The allowance for loan losses decreased $1.2 million year to date with a provision of $5.2 million and net charge-offs of $6.4 million. Net charge-offs increased in the second quarter to $3.5 million from the first quarter total of $2.9 million while the provision decreased due to factors discussed in the Asset Quality section below. Year to date net charge-offs have decreased to $6.4 million for the current year from $9.9 million for the six month period of 2011. The reduced amount of provision and charge-offs during the second quarter reflected moderating economic conditions and continued improving trends in the Company’s asset quality.

 

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At June 30, 2012, the Company’s consolidated leverage ratio, Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and total risk-based capital ratio were 8.95%, 12.38% and 14.87%, respectively. As of June 30, 2012, the Bank’s leverage ratio, Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and total risk-based capital ratio were 9.66%, 13.36% and 14.62%, respectively. Our capital position remains in excess of our required regulatory capital ratios, including the capital requirements pursuant to the Consent Order. See Note 8 to the financial statements for an update on compliance with the Consent Order. Given the current regulatory environment and recent legislation, our regulatory burden could increase with a material impact on the Company and could include requirements for higher regulatory capital levels and various other restrictions. While regulatory capital requirements are considered, the Company also evaluates its capital needs based on other appropriate business considerations on an ongoing basis. Although raising additional capital has been considered and discussed in recent filings, management does not expect to seek additional sources of capital due to the pending merger with Capital Bank. At June 30, 2012, our stockholders’ equity totaled $100.3 million, an increase of $2.7 million compared to December 31, 2011. The increase is primarily the result of $1.9 million in net income and $769 thousand in other comprehensive income.

 

Results of Operations for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2012 and 2011

 

Net Income. Our net income from operations of $1.1 million and our net income available to common shareholders of $446 thousand for the three months ended June 30, 2012 decreased $58 thousand and $65 thousand, respectively, from the same three month period in 2011. Net income per share available to common shareholders was $0.03 per share, both basic and diluted, for the three months ended June 30, 2012 which were unchanged in comparison with the same period in 2011. Net interest income for the second quarter of 2012 was $10.7 million, down from $12.6 million, or a decrease of $1.9 million, or 15.1%, compared with the second quarter 2011, primarily due to a $108.6 million decrease in the average balance of interest earning assets. The net interest margin of 3.15% declined 28 basis points from the year ago period. The shift in the mix of earning assets from loans to lower yielding investments and overnight funds and the decreased loan yields due to pricing competition were the main influences on net interest income. The yield on interest earning assets decreased 39 basis points while the cost of funds decreased only nine basis points year-over-year. Due to the current unusually low interest rate environment, management’s ability to continue to reprice downward our deposits to achieve a meaningful reduction in our cost of funds is limited. A positive factor included in net income was the $1.4 million reduction in the provision for loan losses for the period. Non-interest income was $3.9 million during the second quarter of 2012, which represents an increase of 10.3% from non-interest income of $3.5 million reported in the comparable period in 2011. Non-interest expense declined $78 thousand year-over-year.

 

Net Interest Income. During the three months ended June 30, 2012, our net interest income was $10.7 million, a decrease of $1.9 million, or 15.1%, over the second quarter 2011. Interest income decreased $2.7 million from the reduced level of interest earning assets. This reduction in our interest income exceeded the $806 thousand decrease in interest expense from reduced interest bearing deposit volume and repricing of deposits.

 

The average yield on interest-earning assets in the second quarter of 2012 decreased 39 basis points to 4.56% compared to the second quarter 2011 due to the decline in yields for investment securities and the shift in mix from loans to lower yielding securities and overnight deposits. The lower interest rate environment has also impacted our funding costs. Deposits, such as money market and NOW accounts, are repriced at the discretion of management while time deposits can only be repriced as they mature. Over the past year, management repriced all of our deposits downward to continue to lower our funding cost while remaining competitive. Given the Bank’s excess liquidity levels and weak loan demand, management has focused on reducing its levels of time deposits and has continued to reprice deposit offering rates downward. Our cost of average interest bearing liabilities for the second quarter of 2012 decreased eight basis points to 1.58% compared to the second quarter of 2011. For the second quarter 2012, our net interest margin of 3.15% decreased 28 basis points from 3.43% for the second quarter of 2011.

 

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Average Yield/Cost Analysis

 

The following table contains information relating to the Company’s average balance sheet and reflects the average yield on assets and cost of liabilities for the periods indicated. Such annualized yields and costs are derived by dividing annualized income or expense by the average balances of assets or liabilities, respectively, for the periods presented. The average loan portfolio balances include nonaccrual loans.

 

    Three Months     Three Months  
    Ended June 30, 2012     Ended June 30, 2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
    Average
balance
    Interest
earned/paid
    Average
yield/cost
    Average
balance
    Interest
earned/paid
    Average
yield/cost
 
Interest-earning assets:                                                
Loans   $ 931,809     $ 12,824       5.54 %   $ 1,059,527     $ 15,003       5.68 %
Investment securities available for sale     352,247       1,914       2.19 %     304,750       2,490       3.28 %
Investment securities held to maturity     51,591       690       5.39 %     52,937       618       4.68 %
Federal funds sold and overnight deposits     26,505       14       0.21 %     53,581       37       0.28 %
                                                 
Total interest earning assets     1,362,152       15,442       4.56 %     1,470,795       18,148       4.95 %
Other assets     105,434                       11,660                  
Total assets   $ 1,467,586                     $ 1,482,455                  
                                                 
Interest-bearing liabilities:                                                
Deposits:                                                
Money market, NOW and savings   $ 487,267     $ 521       0.43 %   $ 497,711     $ 731       0.59 %
Time deposits greater than $100K     213,213       604       1.14 %     237,658       583       0.98 %
Other time deposits     301,380       1,383       1.85 %     394,895       1,978       2.01 %
Short-term borrowings     62,252       424       2.75 %     7,037       35       1.99 %
Long-term borrowings     147,440       1,840       5.02 %     210,592       2,251       4.29 %
                                                 
Total interest bearing liabilities     1,211,552       4,772       1.58 %     1,347,893       5,578       1.66 %
                                                 
Demand deposits     144,867                       132,559                  
Other liabilities     12,419                       9,794                  
Stockholders' equity     98,748                       92,209                  
                                                 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity   $ 1,467,586                     $ 1,582,455                  
                                                 
Net interest income and net interest spread           $ 10,670       2.98 %           $ 12,570       3.29 %
Net interest margin                     3.15 %                     3.43 %
Ratio of average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities     112.43 %                     109.12 %                

 

Provision for Loan Losses. The Company recorded a $2.3 million provision for loan losses for the quarter ended June 30, 2012, representing a decrease of $1.4 million from the $3.7 million provision for the second quarter of 2011. The level of provision for the quarter is reflective of the trends in the loan portfolio, including levels of nonperforming loans and other loan portfolio quality measures, and analyses of impaired loans as well as the level of net charge-offs during the period. The year-over-year decrease in the provision was based on management’s analysis and evaluation of the adequacy of the level of the allowance for loan losses. Provisions for loan losses are charged to income to bring our allowance for loan losses to a level deemed appropriate by management based on the factors discussed under “Asset Quality” below. On an annualized basis, our percentage of net loan charge-offs to average loans outstanding was 1.52% for the quarter ended June 30, 2012, compared with 1.46% for the quarter ended June 30, 2011.

 

Non-Interest Income. For the three months ended June 30, 2012, non-interest income increased $364 thousand, or 10.3%, to $3.9 million from $3.5 million for the same period in 2011 primarily as a result of increased gain on sales of investment securities of $340 thousand and SBIC income of $177 thousand. Insufficient fund, or NSF, charges continued their trend, decreasing $178 thousand, based on a reduction in transaction volumes and other service charges, including debit card charges, decreased $40 thousand. Wealth management fees and mortgage banking income increased $36 thousand and $33 thousand, respectively; while income from derivative activities and other non-interest income remained virtually unchanged.

 

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Non-Interest Expense. For the three months ended June 30, 2012, non-interest expenses decreased $78 thousand or 0.7%, over the same period in 2011. Merger related expenses including investment banker fees, legal fees and CPA fees, which were not present in the second quarter of 2011, were $673 thousand. Expenses related to foreclosed assets continued to be significant including a year-over-year increase in foreclosed property writedowns of $528 thousand offset by reduced other expenses of $141 thousand. Gains on sales of foreclosed assets decreased $25 thousand due to a number of factors including the higher mix of residential lots being sold this year. Reduced legal and professional expenses included savings of $165 thousand in legal fees and $287 thousand in fees on other professional services. The reduced legal fees related to a decreased volume of problem asset remediation litigation and other work. FDIC deposit insurance premiums decreased $161 thousand primarily due to decreased levels of deposits and a change in the basis of the quarterly assessment calculation. Although the premiums decreased year-over year, the premiums remained high as a result of the previously announced Consent Order and will remain at the higher assessment rates until the Consent Order is no longer in effect. Salaries and employees benefits increased $79 thousand from increases in commissions on mortgage and wealth management production, employee insurance costs and payroll taxes. Occupancy and equipment expense decreased $198 thousand which included decreases of $48 thousand in furniture and equipment depreciation, software maintenance of $44 thousand and building repairs of $49 thousand. Other reductions in non-interest expense included, among other things, advertising of $150 thousand, debit card rewards program of $73 thousand and real estate appraisals of $68 thousand.

 

Provision for Income Taxes. The Company recorded no income tax expense or benefit for the quarter ending June 30, 2012 or for the second quarter 2011. The Company has now used all available net operating loss (NOL) carry backs and now has an NOL carry forward. No income tax expense is expected until income taxes on future earnings exceed the NOL carry forward of approximately $4.7 million.

 

Results of Operations for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2012 and 2011

 

Net Income. Our net income after preferred dividends for the six months ended June 30, 2012 was $616 thousand, compared to $23 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2011. Net interest income decreased $3.8 million, or 15.0%, compared to the 2011 six month period as net interest margin declined 26 basis points due to decreased yields on loans and the shift in mix of earning assets from loans to lower yielding securities and overnight funds while continuing the downward repricing of deposits and borrowings. The provision for loan losses continued to be the most significant factor in improved profitability, decreasing $2.6 million, or 33.3%, compared to the prior year period. Non-interest income increased $893 thousand, or 13.9%, compared to the prior six month period with significant differences between the two periods discussed below. Non-interest expense decreased $926 million, or 4.1%, year-over-year. The largest increase in non-interest expense for the six month period was $673 thousand for merger related expenses; while the largest decrease was in FDIC deposit insurance expense which decreased $543 thousand.

 

Net Interest Income. During the six months ended June 30, 2012, our net interest income totaled $21.6 million, a year-over-year decrease of $3.8 million, or 15.0%. The primary reasons for this decrease were the $121.4 million reduction in the average balance of earning assets and the shift in the mix of earning assets from loans to lower yielding investment securities and overnight funds. The impact of these two factors was partially mitigated through the downward repricing of deposits and borrowings as well as an improved funding mix as previously mentioned. Our average yield on interest-earning assets decreased 39 basis points to 4.58% for the first six months of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011. Declining rates have also impacted our funding costs for the first six months of 2012, as funding costs decreased nine basis points to 1.59% from 1.68% for the comparable period a year ago. Average interest bearing liabilities decreased $148.7 million, or 10.8%, to $1.36 billion from $1.23 billion for the six month period ended June 2011. Average demand deposits increased $13.0 million, or 10.3%, year-over-year. For the six months ended June 30, 2012, our net interest spread decreased 30 basis points compared to the prior year at 3.29%; while our net interest margin was 3.16% compared to 3.42% for the prior year period.

 

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Average Yield/Cost Analysis

 

The following table contains information relating to the Company’s average balance sheet and reflects the average yield on assets and cost of liabilities for the periods indicated. Such annualized yields and costs are derived by dividing income or expense by the average balances of assets or liabilities, respectively, for the periods presented. The average loan portfolio balances include non-accrual loans.

 

    Six Months     Six Months  
    Ended June 30, 2012     Ended June 30, 2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
    Average
balance
    Interest
earned/paid
    Average
yield/cost
    Average
balance
    Interest
earned/paid
    Average
yield/cost
 
Interest-earning assets:                                                
Loans   $ 939,564     $ 26,040       5.57 %   $ 1,085,468     $ 30,516       5.67 %
Investment securities available for sale     358,358       3,951       2.22 %     308,607       5,053       3.30 %
Investment securities held to maturity     49,304       1,267       5.17 %     49,337       1,167       4.77 %
Federal funds sold and over night deposits     26,937       29       0.22 %     52,180       111       0.43 %
                                                 
Total interest earning assets     1,374,163       31,287       4.58 %     1,495,592       36,847       4.97 %
Other assets     105,213                       110,988                  
Total assets   $ 1,479,376                     $ 1,606,580                  
                                                 
Interest-bearing liabilities:                                                
Deposits:                                                
Money market, NOW and savings   $ 484,555     $ 1,036       0.43 %   $ 519,414     $ 1,611       0.63 %
Time deposits greater than $100K     215,553       1,210       1.13 %     223,313       1,156       1.04 %
Other time deposits     318,751       2,943       1.86 %     414,487       4,148       2.02 %
Short-term borrowings     61,514       836       2.74 %     15,013       113       1.52 %
Long-term borrowings     148,671       3,674       4.97 %     205,542       4,418       4.33 %
                                                 
Total interest bearing liabilities     1,229,044       9,699       1.59 %     1,377,769       11,446       1.68 %
                                                 
Demand deposits     140,198                       127,155                  
Other liabilities     11,809                       9,572                  
Stockholders' equity     98,325                       92,084                  
                                                 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity   $ 1,479,376                     $ 1,606,580                  
                                                 
Net interest income and net interest spread           $ 21,588       2.99 %           $ 25,401       3.29 %
Net interest margin                     3.16 %                     3.42 %
Ratio of average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities     111.81 %                     108.55 %                

 

Provision for Loan Losses . The Company recorded a $5.2 million provision for loan losses for the six months ended June 30, 2012, representing a decrease of $2.6 million from the $7.8 million provision for the comparable period of 2011. The level of provision for the quarter is reflective of the trends in the loan portfolio, including loan growth, levels of non-performing loans and other loan portfolio quality measures, and analyses of impaired loans as well as the level of net charge-offs during the period. Provisions for loan losses are charged to income to bring our allowance for loan losses to a level deemed appropriate by management based on the factors discussed under “Asset Quality.” On an annualized basis, our percentage of net loan charge-offs to average loans outstanding was 1.37% for the six month period ended June 30, 2012, compared with 1.83% for the period ended June 30, 2011.

 

Non-Interest Income. For the six months ended June 30, 2012, the Company reported non-interest income of $7.3 million compared to $6.4 million for the first six months of 2011, an increase of $893 thousand, or 13.9%. SBIC income improved $725 thousand due to significant investment harvest gains in the current year. Gains from derivative activity increased $687 thousand, or 162.0%, for the period due to consistent activity in the current year compared to a $384 thousand mark to market charge on the ineffective trust preferred interest rate swap which was incurred during the prior year. Mortgage banking income increased $75 thousand, or 13.5%, as new loan origination activity improved during the 2012 period. Investment brokerage income increased $78 thousand during the 2012 period on increased brokerage transaction volume. The year-over-year decrease in service charges on deposits of $344 thousand was primarily attributable to a $346 thousand decrease in NSF fees, reflecting the trend of more customer transactions being completed electronically and fewer checks being written. Gains on sales of investment securities decreased $341 thousand, or 23.2%, year-over-year as management actively managed the investment portfolio and sold investment securities that met certain criteria.

 

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Non-Interest Expense . For the six months ended June 30, 2012, the Company reported non-interest expense of $21.8 million compared to $22.7 million for the first six months of 2011, a decrease of $926 thousand, or 4.1%. FDIC deposit insurance premiums decreased $543 thousand primarily due to decreased levels of deposits and a change in the basis of the quarterly assessment calculation. Significant expense reductions of $359 thousand were realized in legal fees while other professional fees decreased an additional $486 thousand. Advertising expense decreased $152 thousand due to reduced advertisement of deposit rates. Merger related expenses including investment banker fees, legal fees and CPA fees, which were not present in the prior period, were $673 thousand. Expenses related to foreclosed assets continued to be significant including a year-over-year increase in foreclosed property writedowns of $379 thousand offset by reduced other expenses of $74 thousand. Gains on sales of foreclosed assets decreased $233 thousand due to a number of factors including the higher mix of residential lots being sold this year. Occupancy and equipment expense decreased $342 thousand compared to the prior period of 2011 due to reduced building maintenance, software maintenance and furniture and fixture leases and equipment depreciation. Other non-interest expense decreases for the period included debit card rewards of $78 thousand, contract employee services of $68 thousand, shareholder relations of $38 thousand and real estate appraisals of $32 thousand.

 

Provision for Income Taxes. The Company recorded no income tax expense or benefit for the six months ended June 30, 2012 or 2011. The Company has now used all available net operating loss (NOL) carry backs and now has a NOL carry forward. No income tax expense or benefit is expected until future earnings exceed the NOL carry forward.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

Market and public confidence in our financial strength and in the strength of financial institutions in general will largely determine our access to appropriate levels of liquidity. This confidence is significantly dependent on our ability to maintain sound asset quality and sufficient levels of capital resources to generate appropriate earnings and to maintain a consistent dividend policy.

 

Liquidity is defined as our ability to meet anticipated customer demands for funds under credit commitments and deposit withdrawals at a reasonable cost and on a timely basis. Management measures our liquidity position by giving consideration to both on- and off-balance sheet sources of funds and demands for funds on a daily and weekly basis.

 

Sources of liquidity include cash and cash equivalents, net of federal requirements to maintain reserves against deposit liabilities, unpledged investments available for sale, loan repayments, loan sales, deposits, and borrowings from the Federal Home Loan Bank, the Federal Reserve and from correspondent banks through overnight federal funds credit lines. In addition to deposit and borrowing withdrawals and maturities, the Company’s primary demand for liquidity is anticipated funding under credit commitments to customers.

 

We believe our liquidity is adequate to fund expected loan demand and current deposit and borrowing maturities particularly in light of the expected continued balance sheet shrinkage through loan remediation activities and continued slowdown in loan demand. During the six months ended June 30, 2012, $60.2 million of brokered deposits matured and were repaid. We expect an additional $13.0 million in brokered deposits to mature or be called by December 31, 2012. Under the provisions of the Consent Order, the Bank may not renew rollover or replace these brokered deposits at their call or maturity. Investment securities totaled $313.0 million at June 30, 2012, a decrease of $93.7 million from $406.7 million at December 31, 2011. As of June 30, 2012, there were $119.9 million in unpledged securities collateral. In addition, management has increased our overnight balances at the Federal Reserve Bank to $101.5 million at June 30, 2012 versus our reserve requirement of $5.6 million for the applicable period. Supplementing liquid assets and customer deposits as a source of funding, we have available a line of credit from a correspondent bank to purchase federal funds on a short-term basis of approximately $40.0 million. We also have the credit capacity from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLB) to borrow up to $361.1 million as of June 30, 2012 with lendable collateral value of $87.6 million and current outstanding borrowings of $76.5 million. At June 30, 2012, we had funding of $60.0 million in the form of term repurchase agreements with maturities from two to seven years under repurchase lines of credit from various institutions. The repurchases must be and are adequately collateralized. We also had short-term repurchase agreements with total outstanding balances of $24.3 million and $28.6 million at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively, $4.3 million of which were done as accommodations for our deposit customers. In addition to the investment securities, $3.0 million in cash is currently being held as collateral for one short term repurchase agreement. At June 30, 2012, our outstanding commitments to extend credit consisted of loan commitments of $141.5 million and amounts available under home equity credit lines, other credit lines and letters of credit of $85.6 million, $8.4 million and $5.5 million, respectively. We believe that our combined aggregate liquidity position from all sources is sufficient to meet the funding requirements of loan demand and deposit maturities and withdrawals in the near term.

 

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Historically, we relied heavily on certificates of deposits as a source of funds. While the majority of these funds are from our local market area, the Bank utilized brokered and out-of-market certificates of deposits to diversify and supplement our deposit base. Under the Consent Order, as discussed above, the Bank is not permitted to accept, renew or rollover any brokered deposits. During the six months of 2012, brokered deposits decreased $60.2 million as maturing brokered deposits were not renewed. Year-over-year demand deposits increased $20.6 million, or 16.1%. Customer certificates of deposits decreased $29.6 million, or 6.8%, on a year-over-year basis; while money market, savings and NOW accounts decreased $4.8 million, or 1.0%. Customers’ certificates of deposit decreased significantly due to lower retention of maturing certificates of deposit at a time of declining deposit offering rates and the Bank’s less competitive pricing on time deposits. Certificates of deposits represented 36.0% of our total deposits at June 30, 2012, an increase from 34.9% at June 30, 2011.

 

Under the United States Treasury’s Capital Purchase Program (CPP), the Company issued $42.75 million in Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A, on December 5, 2008. In addition, the Company provided warrants to the Treasury to purchase 1,623,418 shares of the Company’s common stock at an exercise price of $3.95 per share. These warrants are immediately exercisable and expire ten years from the date of issuance. The preferred stock is non-voting, other than having class voting rights on certain matters, and pays cumulative dividends quarterly at a rate of 5% per annum for the first five years and 9% per annum thereafter. The preferred shares are redeemable at the option of the Company subject to regulatory approval. In February 2011, the Company suspended the payment of quarterly cash dividends to the US Treasury on this cumulative preferred stock. Although the Company has suspended the declaration and payment of preferred stock dividends at the present time, net income (loss) available to common shareholders reflects the dividends as if declared because of their cumulative nature. Interest on the past due payments is now also being accrued. As of June 30, 2012, the total amount of cumulative dividends and interest owed to the US Treasury was $3.9 million. As part of the merger with Capital Bank, it is expected that the Treasury’s investment in the Company’s preferred stock will be redeemed.

 

As a condition of the CPP, the Company must obtain consent from the United States Department of the Treasury to repurchase its common stock or to increase its cash dividend on its common stock from the September 30, 2008 quarterly level of $0.04 per common share. The Company has agreed to certain restrictions on executive compensation, including limitations on amounts payable to certain executives under severance arrangements and change in control provisions of employment contracts and clawback provisions in compensation plans, as part of the CPP. Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, the Company is limited to using restricted stock as the form of payment to the top five highest compensated executives under any incentive or bonus compensation programs.

 

Through July 2006, the Company authorized the repurchase of up to 1.9 million shares of its common stock. Through December 5, 2008 (the date of our participation in the CPP), the Company had repurchased 1,858,073 shares at an average price of $6.99 per share under the three plans. During the first six months of 2012, there were no repurchases. Under the provisions of the CPP, the Company may not repurchase any of its common stock without the consent of the United States Treasury as long as the Treasury holds an investment in our preferred stock.

 

At June 30, 2012, the Company’s consolidated leverage ratio, Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and total risk-based capital ratio were 8.95%, 12.38% and 14.87%, respectively, which exceeded the minimum requirements for a “well-capitalized” bank holding company. As of June 30, 2012, the Bank’s leverage ratio, Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio and total risk-based capital ratio were 9.66%, 13.36% and 14.62%, respectively. The Consent Order, as set forth above, requires the Bank to achieve and maintain minimum capital requirements of 8% Tier 1 (leverage) capital and 11% total risk-based capital. Our capital position remains in excess of our regulatory capital requirements pursuant to the Consent Order. In addition to utilizing balance sheet shrinkage through net loan run-off and the reduction in brokered deposits and ways to improve Bank profitability, the Company has considered various strategies, including: asset sales, plans for capital injections, taking action to restructure the risk weighting of assets, capital raising and strategic partnerships in order to achieve and maintain compliance with the terms of the Consent Order. Due to the pending merger with Capital Bank Financial Corp., management does not expect to seek additional sources of capital. As of June 30, 2012, the parent holding company had $5.5 million in cash available to be invested into the Bank to bolster capital levels.

 

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Given the current regulatory environment and recent legislation such as the Dodd-Frank Act, our regulatory burden could increase with a material impact on the Company and could include requirements for higher regulatory capital levels and various other restrictions.

 

On March 24, 2009, the Company announced that its Board of Directors voted to suspend payment of a quarterly cash dividend to common shareholders.

 

Asset Quality

 

We consider asset quality to be of primary importance. We employ a formal internal loan review process to ensure adherence to the Board-approved Lending Policy. It is the responsibility of each lending officer to assign an appropriate risk grade to every loan originated. Credit Administration, through the loan review process, validates the accuracy of the initial and any revised risk grade assessment. In addition, as a given loan’s credit quality improves or deteriorates, it is the loan officer’s responsibility to change the borrower’s risk grade accordingly. Our policy in regard to past due loans normally requires a charge-off to the allowance for loan losses within a reasonable period after collection efforts and a thorough review have been completed. Further collection efforts are then pursued through various means including legal remedies. Loans carried in a nonaccrual status and probable losses are considered in the determination of the allowance for loan losses.

 

Our financial statements are prepared on the accrual basis of accounting, which means we recognize interest income on loans, unless we place a loan on nonaccrual basis. We account for loans on a nonaccrual basis when we have serious doubts about the collectability of principal or interest. Generally, our policy is to place a loan on nonaccrual status when the loan becomes past due 90 days. We also place loans on nonaccrual status in cases where we are uncertain whether the borrower can satisfy the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Amounts received on nonaccrual loans generally are applied first to principal and then to interest only after all principal has been collected. If a borrower brings their loan current, our general policy is to keep this loan in a nonaccrual status until this loan has remained current for six months. Restructured loans are those for which concessions, including the reduction of interest rates below a rate otherwise available to that borrower or the deferral of interest or principal have been granted due to the borrower’s weakened financial condition. We record interest on restructured loans at the restructured rates, as collected, when we anticipate that no loss of original principal will occur. Management also considers potential problem loans in the evaluation of the adequacy of the Bank’s allowance for loan losses. Potential problem loans are loans which are currently performing and are not included in nonaccrual or restructured loans as shown above, but about which we have doubts as to the borrower’s ability to comply with present repayment terms. Because these loans are at a heightened risk of becoming past due, reaching nonaccrual status or being restructured, they are being monitored closely.

 

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Nonperforming Assets

 

In the tables and discussion below, the credit metrics for the current quarter and their sequential changes are illustrated reflecting: 1) a $2.8 million decrease in nonperforming loans; 2) $7.0 million decrease in nonperforming assets as foreclosed assets decreased $4.2 million returning to a near year end level; 3) a sequential increase in 30-89 delinquencies driven by one loan; 4) a significant decrease in criticized assets (Special Mention, Substandard and Doubtful); and 5) the continued reduction in the higher risk loan segments of aged speculative construction and land acquisition and development loans.

 

The following is a summary of nonperforming assets at the periods presented:

 

    June 30,     March 31,     December 31,     September 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2012     2011     2011     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                               
Nonaccrual loans   $ 34,443     $ 31,499     $ 38,715     $ 39,587     $ 45,381  
Restructured loans - nonaccruing     20,669       26,404       29,333       32,870       21,422  
Total nonperforming loans     55,112       57,903       68,048       72,457       66,803  
                                         
Foreclosed assets     19,873       24,032       19,812       19,114       23,022  
                                         
Total nonperforming assets   $ 74,985     $ 81,935     $ 87,860     $ 91,571     $ 89,825  
                                         
Restructured loans in accruing status not included above   $ 24,107     $ 24,486     $ 24,202     $ 22,214     $ 15,471  

 

Nonperforming loans decreased to $55.1 million, or 6.01% of total loans, at June 30, 2012 compared to $57.9 million or 6.19% of total loans at March 31, 2012 and $68.0 million, or 7.13% of total loans, at December 31, 2011. This $12.9 million year to date decrease in nonperforming loans is due to the impact of: $6.4 million in net charge-offs $8.3 million in loans foreclosed upon and approximately $4.6 million in loan payoffs and pay downs which more than offset the $16.5 million in new additions to nonperforming loans year to date. Foreclosed assets increased $61 thousand for the first six months as $8.3 million in new foreclosed asset additions was offset by sales of foreclosed properties of $7.0 million and writedowns of $1.3 million. The increase in sales year to date was affected by the sale of three large commercial real estate properties during the second quarter.

 

The following table sets forth a breakdown of nonperforming loans at the periods presented, by loan segment.

 

    June 30,     March 31,     December 31,     September 30,     June 30,  
Nonperforming loans   2012     2012     2011     2011     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                               
Construction   $ 13,162     $ 12,887     $ 12,975     $ 16,412     $ 13,424  
Commercial real estate     17,429       19,234       26,484       31,035       28,730  
Commercial and industrial     4,228       3,292       4,977       5,524       3,917  
Residential lots     10,056       12,305       12,096       8,717       8,806  
Consumer     10,237       10,185       11,516       10,769       11,926  
Total nonperforming loans   $ 55,112     $ 57,903     $ 68,048     $ 72,457     $ 66,803  

 

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The following table sets forth a breakdown, by loan class, of impaired loans that were individually evaluated for loss impairment at June 30, 2012. This table further shows, within each loan class, the evaluation results for those loans requiring a specific valuation allowance and those which did not.

 

    With Specific Allowance     No Specific Allowance              
    Unpaid                 Unpaid           Total     Net  
    Principal     Recorded     Specific     Principal     Recorded     Recorded     of Specific  
    Balance     Investment     Allowance     Balance     Investment     Investment     Allowance  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Commercial real estate   $ 12,394     $ 12,394     $ 673     $ 30,821     $ 20,743     $ 33,137     $ 32,464  
Commercial                                                        
Commercial and industrial     815       815       524       4,034       3,086       3,901       3,377  
Commercial line of credit     397       397       167       1,070       939       1,336       1,169  
Residential real estate                                                        
Residential construction     646       646       11       17,466       15,426       16,072       16,061  
Residential lot loans     -       -       -       15,075       10,076       10,076       10,076  
Raw land     -       -       -       2,716       114       114       114  
Home equity lines     1,007       1,007       250       435       403       1,410       1,160  
Consumer loans     2,509       2,282       74       7,081       6,514       8,796       8,722  
Total   $ 17,768     $ 17,541     $ 1,699     $ 78,698     $ 57,301     $ 74,842     $ 73,143  

 

The recorded investment in loans that were considered individually impaired, including all non-accrual loans and accruing troubled debt restructured loans, was $74.8 million and $87.1 million at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively. At June 30, 2012, the largest non-accrual balance of any one borrower was $8.0 million, with the average balance for the two hundred fourteen non-accrual loans being $258 thousand. Included in the table above, $52.4 million of the total $55.1 million of non-accrual loans and $22.4 million of the total $24.1 million of accruing troubled debt restructured loans were individually evaluated as they exceeded the evaluation scope of $200,000 per loan. The results of the individual evaluations indicated that $2.6 million in non-accrual loans and $14.9 million in accruing troubled debt restructured loans required specific allowances of $1.2 million and $526 thousand, respectively, for an aggregate specific allowance of $1.7 million. In the above table for these impaired loans individually evaluated for loss impairment, the unpaid principal balance represents the amount borrowers owe the Bank; while the recorded investment represents the amount of loans shown on the Bank’s books which are net of amounts charged off to date. For these impaired loans as of June 30, 2012, amounts charged off to date were $21.6 million, or 22.4% of the unpaid principal balances.

 

For loan modifications and in particular, troubled debt restructurings (TDRs), the Company generally utilizes its own loan modification programs whereby the borrower is provided one or more of the following concessions: interest rate reduction, extension of payment terms, forgiveness of principal or other modifications. The Company has a small residential mortgage portfolio without the need to utilize government sponsored loan modification programs. The primary factor in the pre-modification evaluation of a troubled debt restructuring is whether such an action will increase the likelihood of achieving a better result in terms of collecting the amount owed to the Bank.

 

As illustrated in one of the tables in Note 4 to the financial statements, during the six months ended June 30, 2012, the following concessions were made on 16 loans for $5.2 million (measured as a percentage of loan balances on TDRs):

 

· Reduced interest rate for 40% (3 loans for $2.0 million);
· Extension of payment terms for 50% (11 loans for $2.6 million); and
· Forgiveness of principal for 10% (2 loans for $531 thousand).

 

In cases where there was more than one concession granted, the modification was classified by the more dominant concession.

 

Of the total of 86 loans for $36.9 million which were modified as TDRs during the twelve months ended June 30, 2012, there were payment defaults (where the modified loan was past due thirty days or more) of $617 thousand, or 1.7%, during the six months ended June 30, 2012.

 

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On these TDRs (86 loans for $36.9 million) during the twelve months ended June 30, 2012, the following represents the success or failure of these concessions during the past year:

 

· 89.5% are paying as restructured;
· 0.3% have been reclassified to nonaccrual;
· 5.3% have defaulted and/or been foreclosed upon; and
· 4.9% have paid in full.

 

For a further breakdown of the successes and failures of each type of concession/modification, see the table in Note 4 to the financial statements.

 

In addition to nonperforming loans and accruing TDRs, there were $102.6 million of loans at June 30, 2012 for which management has concerns regarding the ability of the borrowers to meet existing repayment terms, compared with $98.5 million at December 31, 2011. See “Credit Quality Indicators” below for a more detailed disclosure and discussion on the Bank’s distribution of credit risk grade classifications. Potential problem loans are primarily classified as substandard for regulatory purposes and reflect the distinct possibility, but not the probability, that the Company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Although these loans have been identified as potential problem loans, they may never become delinquent, nonperforming or impaired. Additionally, these loans are generally secured by real estate or other assets, thus reducing the total exposure should they become nonperforming. Potential problem loans are considered in the determination of the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses.

 

The following table sets forth a breakdown of foreclosed assets at the periods presented, by nature of the property.

 

    June 30,     March 31,     December 31,     September 30,     June 30,  
Foreclosed assets   2012     2012     2011     2011     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Residential construction, land                                        
development and other land   $ 9,210     $ 10,452     $ 9,854     $ 11,617     $ 14,360  
Commercial construction     -       1,196       1,196       1,196       1,196  
1 - 4 family residential properties     1,770       2,126       1,990       2,453       1,245  
Nonfarm nonresidential properties     8,893       10,258       6,772       3,808       6,221  
Multi-family properties     -       -       -       40       -  
Total foreclosed assets   $ 19,873     $ 24,032     $ 19,812     $ 19,114     $ 23,022  

 

Foreclosed assets decreased $4.2 million, or 17%, sequentially as strong sales of foreclosed properties of $6.4 million and writedowns of $831 thousand exceeded the $3.0 million in new foreclosed asset additions. During the quarter ended June 30, 2012, foreclosed property was affected by the sales of three large commercial real estate properties.

 

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Credit Quality Indicators

 

We monitor credit risk migration and delinquency trends in the ongoing evaluation and assessment of credit risk exposure in the overall loan portfolio. The following table presents quarterly trends in loan delinquencies, in loans classified substandard or doubtful and in nonperforming loans.

 

    June 30,     March 31,     December 31,     September 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2012     2011     2011     2011  
    (Amounts in millions)  
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
 
Loans delinquencies:                                                                                
30 - 89 days past due   $ 6.2       0.68 %   $ 4.5       0.48 %   $ 5.2       0.55 %   $ 4.5       0.46 %   $ 4.3       0.41 %
Loans classified substandard or doubtful   $ 180.2       19.64 %   $ 176.8       18.90 %   $ 185.7       19.46 %   $ 205.6       20.72 %   $ 210.0       20.19 %
Nonperforming loans   $ 55.1       6.01 %   $ 57.9       6.19 %   $ 68.0       7.13 %   $ 72.5       7.30 %   $ 66.8       6.42 %

 

Delinquency is viewed as one of the leading indicators for credit quality. The Company’s 30-89 day past due statistic increased sequentially by $1.7 million to $6.2 million, or 0.68% of total loans, at June 30, 2012. This sequential increase was driven by one loan for $2.9 million which matured during the second quarter and the borrower is in process of putting the underlying property on the market for sale. The borrower is expected to bring this loan current in the near term and keep it current until the property is liquidated and the loan is paid off. Absent this loan, the Company’s 30-89 day delinquency would be $3.3 million, or 0.36% of total loans, at June 30, 2012. The improvement in loan delinquencies is attributable to a continued strong involvement of commercial loan officers and their management in monthly collection efforts.

 

Another key indicator of credit quality is the distribution of credit risk grade classifications in the loan portfolio and the trends in the movement or migration of these risk grades or classifications. See Note 5 in the financial statements for a description of the Bank’s credit risk grade classifications. The Substandard (Grade 7) and Doubtful (Grade 8) classifications denote adversely classified loans, while the Special Mention (Grade 6) classification may provide an early warning indicator of deterioration in the credit quality of a loan portfolio. The following table is a summary of certain classified loans in our loan portfolio at the dates indicated.

 

    June 30,     March 31,     December 31,     September 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2012     2011     2011     2011  
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
    $     % of
Total
Loans
 
    (Amounts in millions)  
                                                             
Special Mention   $ 61.7       6.8 %   $ 86.8       9.3 %   $ 96.1       10.1 %   $ 100.0       10.1 %   $ 104.1       10.0 %
Substandard and Doubtful     180.2       19.7 %     176.8       19.0 %     185.7       19.6 %     205.6       20.8 %     210.0       20.2 %
    $ 241.9       26.5 %   $ 263.6       28.3 %   $ 281.8       29.7 %   $ 305.6       30.9 %   $ 314.1       30.2 %

 

Criticized loans (consisting of loans classified Special Mention, Substandard and Doubtful) decreased by $21.7 million, or 8%, during the second quarter of 2012 and decreased by $39.9 million, or 14% during the six months ended June 30, 2012. These reductions were due to ongoing loan remediation efforts partially mitigated by portfolio downgrades during the period. The $3.4 million, or 2%, increase in adversely classified loans was the result of downgrades of loans previously classified Special Mention.

 

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The following table contains an indicator of the overall credit quality of each loan class, denoted by the weighted average risk grade, along with a further breakdown of the certain classified loans by loan class at June 30, 2012.

 

    Weighted            
    Average   Special     Substandard and  
    Risk Grade   Mention     Doubtful  
        (Amounts in thousands)  
Commercial real estate   4.91   $ 26,778     $ 72,947  
Commercial                    
Commercial and industrial   4.83     4,872       19,271  
Commercial line of credit   4.55     3,101       5,481  
Residential real estate                    
Residential construction   4.95     8,106       25,858  
Residential lots   6.19     3,655       26,474  
Raw land   5.14     200       3,168  
Home equity lines   3.65     1,251       5,024  
Consumer   4.51     13,698       21,974  
        $ 61,659     $ 180,199  

 

Compared with December 31, 2011, the above mentioned weighted average risk grades, within these loan classes and in the aggregate, have not changed significantly.

 

In addition to the financial strength of each borrower and cash flow characteristics of each project, the repayment of construction and development loans are particularly dependent on the value of the real estate collateral. Repayment of such loans is generally considered subject to greater credit risk than residential mortgage loans. Regardless of the underwriting criteria the Company utilizes, losses may be experienced as a result of various factors beyond our control, including, among other things, changes in market conditions affecting the value of the real estate collateral and problems affecting the credit of our borrowers.

 

Furthermore, we monitor certain performance and credit metrics related to these higher risk loan categories, including the aging of the underlying loans in these categories. As of June 30, 2012, speculative construction loans on our books more than twelve months amounted to $9.9 million, or 30.1%, of the total speculative residential construction loan portfolio of $32.9 million. This aged segment of the speculative residential construction loan portfolio has declined to 30.1% from 37.9% at December 31, 2011. This speculative residential construction portfolio has decreased from $33.3 million at December 31, 2011 and decreased from $37.7 million at June 30, 2011. Land acquisition and development loans on our books for more than twenty-four months at June 30, 2012 amounted to $34.8 million, or 79.5%, of that $43.8 million portfolio. The land acquisition and development portfolio has decreased from $46.0 million as of December 31, 2011 and decreased from $55.8 million as of June 30, 2011.

 

Analysis of Allowance for Loan Losses

 

Our allowance for loan losses (“ALLL”) is established through charges to earnings in the form of a provision for loan losses. We increase our allowance for loan losses by provisions charged to operations and by recoveries of amounts previously charged off and we reduce our allowance by loans charged off. In evaluating the adequacy of the allowance, we consider the growth, composition and industry diversification of the portfolio, historical loan loss experience, current delinquency levels, trends in past dues and classified assets, adverse situations that may affect a borrower’s ability to repay, estimated value of any underlying collateral, prevailing economic conditions and other relevant factors derived from our history of operations. Management is continuing to closely monitor the value of real estate serving as collateral for our loans, especially lots and land under development, due to continued concern that the low level of real estate sales activity will continue to have a negative impact on the value of real estate collateral. In addition, depressed market conditions have adversely impacted, and may continue to adversely impact, the financial condition and liquidity position of certain of our borrowers. Additionally, the value of commercial real estate collateral may come under further pressure from weak economic conditions and prevailing unemployment levels. The methodology and assumptions used to determine the allowance are continually reviewed as to their appropriateness given the most recent losses realized and other factors that influence the estimation process. The model assumptions and resulting allowance level are adjusted accordingly as these factors change.

 

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The ALLL consists of two major components: specific valuation allowances and a general valuation allowance. The Bank’s format for the calculation of ALLL begins with the evaluation of individual loans considered impaired. For the purpose of evaluating loans for impairment, loans are considered impaired when it is considered probable that all amounts due under the contractual terms of the loan will not be collected when due (minor shortfalls in amount or timing excepted). The Bank has established policies and procedures for identifying loans that should be evaluated for impairment. Loans are reviewed through multiple means such as delinquency management, credit risk reviews, watch and criticized loan monitoring meetings and general account management. Loans that are outside of the Bank’s established criteria for evaluation may be considered for impairment testing when management deems the risk sufficient to warrant this approach. For loans determined to be impaired, the specific allowance is based on the most appropriate of the three measurement methods: present value of expected future cash flows, fair value of collateral, or the observable market price of a loan method. While management uses the best information available to make evaluations, future adjustments to the allowance may be necessary if conditions differ substantially from the assumptions used in making the evaluations. Once a loan is considered individually impaired, it is not included in other troubled loan analysis, even if no specific allowance is considered necessary.

 

In addition to the evaluation of loans for impairment, we calculate the loan loss exposure on the remaining loans (not evaluated for impairment) by applying the applicable historical loan loss experience of the loan portfolio to provide for probable losses in the loan portfolio through the general valuation allowance. These loss factors are based on an appropriate loss history for each major loan segment more heavily weighted for the most recent twelve months historical loss experience to reflect current market conditions. In addition, we assign additional general allowance requirements utilizing qualitative risk factors related to economic trends (such as the unemployment rate and changes in real estate values) and portfolio trends (such as delinquencies and concentration levels among others) that are pertinent to the underlying risks in each major loan segment in estimating the general valuation allowance. This methodology allows us to focus on the relative risk and the pertinent factors for the major loan segments of the Company. The Company incorporates certain refinements and improvements to its allowance for loan losses methodology from time to time. During 2011 and for the six months ended June 30, 2012, these refinements had a minimal effect on the total allowance for loan losses.

 

As discussed herein, management has undertaken various initiatives since mid-year 2010 in response to the challenging economic environment, increased nonperforming loans, weakened collateral positions, and increased foreclosed asset levels, including but not limited to:

 

· Restructuring interest only loan payment terms to require principal repayments;
· Refining the allowance for loan losses methodology to weight current period loss experience more heavily;
· Downgrading renewed and other higher risk loans to a substandard classification;
· Enhancing the internal controls surrounding troubled debt restructured (TDR) loan identification and monitoring;
· Charging off weakened credits;
· Increasing the staffing resources of our Credit Administration function, including problem asset management and loan review;
· Enhancing our internal and external loan review protocol; and
· Increasing the general valuation allowance component of our allowance for loan losses.

 

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The following table shows, an analysis of the allowance for loan losses by loan segment, for the quarter ended June 30, 2012.

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
Allowance for credit losses:   (Amounts in thousands)  
                                     
Beginning balance   $ 8,925     $ 3,092     $ 7,861     $ 1,266     $ 3,037     $ 24,181  
Provision     1,410       574       76       34       206       2,300  
Charge-offs     (1,802 )     (356 )     (1,597 )     (139 )     (586 )     (4,480 )
Recoveries     321       112       433       7       80       953  
Ending balance   $ 8,854     $ 3,422     $ 6,773     $ 1,168     $ 2,737     $ 22,954  

 

The following table shows, by loan segment, an analysis of the allowance for loan losses for the six months ended June 30, 2012.

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
Allowance for credit losses:   (Amounts in thousands)  
                                     
Beginning balance   $ 9,076     $ 3,036     $ 7,258     $ 1,412     $ 3,383     $ 24,165  
Provision     2,778       1,390       1,202       (103 )     (67 )     5,200  
Charge-offs     (3,529 )     (1,256 )     (2,169 )     (151 )     (943 )     (8,048 )
Recoveries     529       252       482       10       364       1,637  
Ending balance   $ 8,854     $ 3,422     $ 6,773     $ 1,168     $ 2,737     $ 22,954  

 

The following table describes the allocation of the allowance for loan losses among various categories of loans and certain other information for the dates indicated. The allocation is made for analytical purposes only and is not necessarily indicative of the categories in which future losses may occur.

 

    At June 30, 2012     At March 31, 2012     At December 31, 2011     At September 30, 2011  
          % of           % of           % of           % of  
By Loan Class   Amount     Total ALLL     Amount     Total ALLL     Amount     Total ALLL     Amount     Total ALLL  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Commercial real estate   $ 8,854       38.6 %   $ 8,925       36.9 %   $ 9,076       37.6 %   $ 8,072       30.6 %
Commercial                                                                
Commercial and industrial     2,251       9.8 %     1,741       7.2 %     1,865       7.7 %     2,504       9.5 %
Commercial line of credit     1,171       5.1 %     1,351       5.6 %     1,171       4.8 %     1,047       4.0 %
Residential real estate                                                                
Residential Construction     4,187       18.2 %     4,827       20.0 %     4,564       18.9 %     5,559       21.0 %
Residential lots     2,457       10.7 %     2,821       11.7 %     2,595       10.7 %     4,295       16.3 %
Raw land     129       0.6 %     213       0.9 %     99       0.5 %     218       0.8 %
Home equity lines     1,168       5.1 %     1,266       5.2 %     1,412       5.8 %     1,665       6.3 %
Consumer     2,737       11.9 %     3,037       12.5 %     3,383       14.0 %     3,049       11.5 %
                                                                 
    $ 22,954       100.0 %   $ 24,181       100.0 %   $ 24,165       100.0 %   $ 26,409       100.0 %

 

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Item 1 - Financial Statements

 

SOUTHERN COMMUNITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION (Unaudited)

 

    June 30,     December 31,  
    2012     2011*  
    (Amounts in thousands, except share data)  
Assets                
Cash and due from banks   $ 25,144     $ 23,356  
Federal funds sold and overnight deposits     101,784       23,198  
Investment securities                
Available for sale, at fair value     261,944       362,298  
Held to maturity, at amortized cost     51,009       44,403  
Federal Home Loan Bank stock     5,957       6,842  
                 
Loans held for sale     4,032       4,459  
                 
Loans     913,591       950,022  
Allowance for loan losses     (22,954 )     (24,165 )
Net Loans     890,637       925,857  
                 
Premises and equipment, net     37,501       38,315  
Foreclosed assets     19,873       19,812  
Other assets     49,080       54,038  
                 
Total Assets   $ 1,446,961     $ 1,502,578  
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity                
Deposits                
Non-interest bearing demand   $ 148,048     $ 135,434  
Money market, NOW and savings     485,569       475,900  
Time     493,084       571,838  
Total Deposits     1,126,701       1,183,172  
                 
Short-term borrowings     59,268       33,629  
Long-term borrowings     147,426       177,514  
Other liabilities     13,227       10,628  
                 
Total Liabilities     1,346,622       1,404,943  
                 
Stockholders’ Equity                
Senior cumulative preferred stock (Series A), no par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized; 42,750 shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011     42,091       41,870  
Common stock, no par value, 30,000,000 shares authorized; issued and outstanding 16,854,775 shares at June 30, 2012  and 16,827,075 shares at December 31, 2011     119,534       119,505  
Retained earnings (accumulated deficit)     (62,740 )     (64,425 )
Accumulated other comprehensive income     1,454       685  
Total Stockholders’ Equity     100,339       97,635  
                 
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity   $ 1,446,961     $ 1,502,578  

 

* Derived from audited consolidated financial statements

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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SOUTHERN COMMUNITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Unaudited)

 

    Three Months Ended     Six Months Ended  
    June 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands, except per share and share data)  
Interest Income                                
Loans   $ 12,824     $ 15,003     $ 26,040     $ 30,516  
Investment securities available for sale     1,914       2,490       3,951       5,053  
Investment securities held to maturity     690       618       1,267       1,167  
Federal funds sold and overnight deposits     14       37       29       111  
                                 
Total Interest Income     15,442       18,148       31,287       36,847  
Interest Expense                                
Money market, NOW and savings deposits     521       731       1,036       1,611  
Time deposits     1,987       2,561       4,153       5,304  
Borrowings     2,264       2,286       4,510       4,531  
                                 
Total Interest Expense     4,772       5,578       9,699       11,446  
                                 
Net Interest Income     10,670       12,570       21,588       25,401  
                                 
Provision for Loan Losses     2,300       3,700       5,200       7,800  
                                 
Net Interest Income After Provision for Loan Losses     8,370       8,870       16,388       17,601  
                                 
Non-Interest Income                                
Service charges and fees on deposit accounts     1,363       1,581       2,725       3,069  
Income from mortgage banking activities     324       291       629       554  
Investment brokerage and trust fees     356       320       586       508  
Gain on sale of investment securities     864       524       1,127       1,468  
SBIC income and management fees     300       123       970       245  
Other     691       695       1,293       593  
Total Non-Interest Income     3,898       3,534       7,330       6,437  
                                 
Non-Interest Expense                                
Salaries and employee benefits     4,647       4,568       9,333       9,314  
Occupancy and equipment     1,662       1,860       3,302       3,644  
FDIC deposit insurance     771       932       1,522       2,065  
Foreclosed asset related     1,023       636       1,821       1,515  
Merger related expense     673       -       673       -  
Other     2,401       3,259       5,161       6,200  
                                 
Total Non-Interest Expense     11,177       11,255       21,812       22,738  
                                 
Income Before Income Taxes     1,091       1,149       1,906       1,300  
                                 
Income Tax (Benefit) Expense     -       -       -       -  
                                 
Net Income     1,091       1,149       1,906       1,300  
                                 
Effective Dividend on Preferred Stock     645       638       1,290       1,277  
                                 
Net Income Available to Common Shareholders   $ 446     $ 511     $ 616     $ 23  
                                 
Net Income Per Common Share                                
Basic   $ 0.03     $ 0.03     $ 0.04     $ -  
Diluted     0.03       0.03       0.04       -  
                                 
Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding                                
Basic     16,858,572       16,835,724       16,849,841       16,829,898  
Diluted     16,934,115       16,906,810       16,921,561       16,897,702  

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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SOUTHERN COMMUNITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
Consolidated STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Unaudited)

 

    Three Months Ended     Six Months Ended  
    June 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)              
                         
Net income   $ 1,091     $ 1,149     $ 1,906     $ 1,300  
                                 
Other comprehensive income (loss):                                
Securities available for sale:                                
Unrealized holding gains on available for sale securities     2,296       3,387       3,280       2,798  
Tax effect     (885 )     (1,306 )     (1,264 )     (1,079 )
Reclassification of gains recognized in net income     (864 )     (524 )     (1,127 )     (1,468 )
Tax effect     333       202       434       566  
Net of tax amount     880       1,759       1,323       817  
Cash flow hedging activities:                                
Unrealized holding (gains) losses on cash flow hedging activities     (850 )     (137 )     (903 )     (150 )
Tax effect     328       52       349       57  
Reclassification of (gains) losses recognized in net income, net:                                
Reclassified into income     -       75       -       534  
Tax effect     -     (28 )     -     (206 )
Net of tax amount     (522 )     (38 )     (554 )     235  
                                 
Total other comprehensive income     358       1,721       769       1,052  
                                 
Comprehensive income   $ 1,449     $ 2,870     $ 2,675     $ 2,352  

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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SOUTHERN COMMUNITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (Unaudited)

 

    Preferred Stock     Common Stock     Retained
Earnings
    Accumulated
Other
    Total  
    Shares     Amount     Shares     Amount     (Accumulated
Deficit)
    Comprehensive
Income
    Stockholders'
Equity
 
                (Amounts in thousands, except share data)  
                                           
Balance at December 31, 2011     42,750     $ 41,870       16,827,075     $ 119,505     $ (64,425 )   $ 685     $ 97,635  
Net income     -       -       -       -       1,906       -       1,906  
Other comprehensive income, net of tax     -       -       -       -       -       769       769  
Stock options exercised including income tax benefit of $0     -       -       200       -       -       -       -  
Restricted stock issued     -       -       27,500       26       -       -       26  
Stock-based compensation     -       -       -       3       -       -       3  
Preferred stock accretion of discount     -       221       -       -       (221 )     -       -  
                                                         
Balance at June 30, 2012     42,750     $ 42,091       16,854,775     $ 119,534     $ (62,740 )   $ 1,454     $ 100,339  

 

See accompanying notes.

 

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SOUTHERN COMMUNITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited)

 

    Six Months Ended  
    June 30,  
    2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Cash Flows from Operating Activities                
Net income   $ 1,906     $ 1,300  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:                
Depreciation and amortization     2,630       2,156  
Provision for loan losses     5,200       7,800  
Net proceeds from sales of loans held for sale     28,173       29,164  
Originations of loans held for sale     (27,117 )     (24,243 )
Gain from mortgage banking     (629 )     (554 )
Stock-based compensation     29       47  
Net increase in cash surrender value of life insurance     (511 )     (542 )
Realized gain on sale of available for sale securities, net     (1,127 )     (1,468 )
Realized loss on sale of premises and equipment     4       -  
(Gain) loss on economic hedges     (263 )     424  
Deferred income taxes     (830 )     -  
Realized gain on sales of foreclosed assets     (258 )     (490 )
Writedowns in carrying values of foreclosed assets     1,291       912  
Changes in assets and liabilities:                
Decrease in other assets     4,583       4,543  
Increase in other liabilities     3,085       1,126  
Total Adjustments     14,260       18,875  
                 
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities     16,166       20,175  
                 
Cash Flows from Investing Activities                
(Increase) decrease in federal funds sold     (78,586 )     3,207  
Purchase of:                
Available-for-sale investment securities     (82,304 )     (136,116 )
Held-to-maturity investment securities     (8,552 )     (7,829 )
Proceeds from maturities and calls of:                
Available-for-sale investment securities     22,437       16,825  
Held-to-maturity investment securities     2,070       724  
Proceeds from sale of:                
Available-for-sale investment securities     162,182       124,052  
Proceeds from sales of Federal Home Loan Bank stock     885       871  
Net decrease in loans     21,740       68,917  
Capitalized cost in foreclosed assets     (55 )     (230 )
Purchases of premises and equipment     (526 )     (270 )
Proceeds from disposal of premises and equipment     10       -  
Proceeds from sales of foreclosed assets     7,241       7,041  
                 
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities     46,542       77,192  
                 
Cash Flows from Financing Activities                
Net increase (decrease) in transaction accounts and savings accounts     22,283       (75,125 )
Net decrease in time deposits     (78,754 )     (25,406 )
Net decrease in short-term borrowings     (4,361 )     (14,745 )
Proceeds from long-term borrowings     -       20,000  
Repayment of long-term borrowings     (88 )     (85 )
                 
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities     (60,920 )     (95,361 )
                 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Due From Banks     1,788       2,006  
Cash and Due From Banks, Beginning of Period     23,356       16,584  
                 
Cash and Due From Banks, End of Period   $ 25,144     $ 18,590  
                 
Supplemental Cash Flow Information:                
Transfer of loans to foreclosed assets   $ 8,280     $ 12,941  

 

See accompanying notes.

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Southern Community Financial Corporation
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

 

Note 1 – Basis of Presentation

 

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Southern Community Financial Corporation (the “Company”), and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Southern Community Bank and Trust (the “Bank”). All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. In management’s opinion, the financial information, which is unaudited, reflects all adjustments (consisting solely of normal recurring adjustments) necessary for a fair presentation of the financial information as of and for the three-month and six-month periods ended June 30, 2012 and 2011, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes requires management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions relating to reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. Actual results could differ significantly from those estimates and assumptions. Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant change relate to the determination of the allowance for loan losses. To a lesser extent, significant estimates are also associated with the valuation of securities, intangibles and derivative instruments and determination of stock-based compensation and income tax assets or liabilities. Operating results for the three-month and six-month periods ended June 30, 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2012.

 

The organization and business of the Company, accounting policies followed by the Company and other relevant information are contained in the notes to the consolidated financial statements filed as part of the Company’s 2011 annual report on Form 10-K. This quarterly report should be read in conjunction with the annual report.

 

Per Share Data

 

Basic and diluted net income per common share is computed based on the weighted average number of shares outstanding during each period. Diluted net income per share reflects the potential dilution that could occur if stock options or warrants were exercised, resulting in the issuance of common stock that then shared in the net income of the Company.

 

Basic and diluted net income per share have been computed based upon the weighted average number of common shares outstanding or assumed to be outstanding as summarized below.

 

    Three Months Ended     Six Months Ended  
    June 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011  
                         
Weighted average number of common shares used in computing basic net income per share     16,858,572       16,835,724       16,849,841       16,829,898  
                                 
Effect of dilutive stock options     75,543       71,086       71,720       67,804  
                                 
Weighted average number of common shares and dilutive potential common shares used in computing diluted net income per share     16,934,115       16,906,810       16,921,561       16,897,702  
                                 
Net income available to common shareholders (in thousands)   $ 446     $ 511     $ 616     $ 23  
Basic     0.03       0.03       0.04       -  
Diluted     0.03       0.03       0.04       -  

 

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Note 1 – Basis of Presentation (continued)

 

For the three months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011, net income for determining net income per common share was reported as net income less the dividend on preferred stock. Options and warrants to purchase shares that have been excluded from the determination of diluted earnings per share because they are antidilutive (the exercise price is higher than the current market price) amount to 485,950 and 597,452 shares for the three months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011, respectively, and 485,950 and 597,452 shares for the six months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011, respectively. These options, warrants, unvested shares of restricted stock and all other common stock equivalents were excluded from the determination of diluted earnings per share for the three months ended June 30, 2012 since the exercise price exceeded the average market price for the period.

 

Recently issued accounting pronouncements

 

In May 2011, the FASB has issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2011-04, Fair Value Measurement . The purpose of the standard is to clarify and combine fair value measurements and disclosure requirements for accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. (GAAP) and international financial reporting standards (IFRS). The new standard provides amendments and wording changes used to describe certain requirements for measuring fair value and for disclosing information about fair value measurements. This guidance is effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2011, and should be applied prospectively to the beginning of the annual period of adoption. The Company adopted this statement during the quarter ended March 31, 2012, which resulted in additional disclosures related to fair value in Notes 11 and 12.

 

From time to time the FASB issues exposure drafts for proposed statements of financial accounting standards. Such exposure drafts are subject to comment from the public, to revisions by the FASB and to final issuance by the FASB as statements of financial accounting standards. Management considers the effect of the proposed statements and SEC Staff Accounting Bulletins on the consolidated financial statements of the Company and monitors the status of changes to and proposed effective dates of exposure drafts.

 

Note 2 – Acquisition Agreement with Capital Bank Financial Corp.

 

On March 26, 2012, the Company entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Agreement”) with Capital Bank Financial Corp. (“CBF”) and Winston 23 Corporation (“Winston”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CBF, pursuant to which Southern Community Financial Corporation (“Southern Community”) will merge with Winston and become a wholly-owned subsidiary of CBF (the “Merger”). The Agreement and the transactions contemplated by it has been approved by the Board of Directors of both CBF and Southern Community.

 

Capital Bank Financial Corp. is a national bank holding company that was incorporated in the State of Delaware in 2009. CBF has raised approximately $900 million of equity capital with the goal of creating a regional banking franchise in the southeastern region of the United States. CBF has previously invested in First National of the South, Metro Bank of Dade Country, Turnberry Bank, TIB Financial Corporation, Capital Bank Corporation and Green Bankshares, Inc. CBF is the parent of Capital Bank, N.A., a national banking association with approximately $6.5 billion in total assets and 143 full-service banking offices throughout southern Florida and the Florida Keys, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. CBF is also the parent company of Naples Capital Advisors, Inc., a registered investment advisor.

 

Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Agreement dated March 26, 2012 and as amended on June 25, 2012, each share of Southern Community Common Stock issued and outstanding at the effective time of the Merger will be converted into the right to receive $3.11 in cash, without interest and less any applicable withholding taxes.

 

Each outstanding option to purchase shares of Southern Community common stock will be vested prior to the Merger and be paid in cash equal to the difference between the exercise price of the option and $3.11 and each share of Southern Community restricted stock will vest immediately prior to the Merger and all restrictions will immediately lapse.

 

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Note 2 – Acquisition Agreement with Capital Bank Financial Corp. (continued)

 

Southern Community shareholders will also be granted one non-transferable contingent value right (“CVR”) per share, with each CVR eligible to receive a cash payment equal to 75% of the excess, if any, of (i) $87 million over (ii) net charge-offs and net realized losses on Southern Community’s legacy loan portfolio and foreclosed assets for a period of five years from the closing date of the Merger, with a maximum payment of $1.30 per CVR. Payout of the CVR will be overseen by a special committee of the CBF Board. Southern Community shareholders may also receive an additional cash payment based on the terms of a potential repurchase by CBF of the securities issued by Southern Community to the United States Department of the Treasury.

 

Upon the closing of the Merger, Dr. William G. Ward, Sr., the Chairman of Southern Community’s Board of Directors, will join the Board of Directors of both CBF and its subsidiary bank (“Capital Bank”), and James G. Chrysson, the Vice Chairman of the Board of Southern Community, will join the Board of Capital Bank.

 

The obligations of Southern Community and CBF to consummate the merger are subject to certain conditions, including: (i) approval of the Merger by the shareholders of Southern Community; (ii) receipt of required regulatory approvals (and in CBF’s case, without the imposition of an unduly burdensome regulatory condition); (iii) the absence of any injunction or similar restraint enjoining or making illegal consummation of the Merger or any of the other transactions contemplated by the Agreement; (iv) the continuing material truth and accuracy of representations and warranties made by the parties in the Agreement; and (vi) the performance in all material respects by each of the parties of its covenants under the Agreement. Some of these conditions may be waived by the party for whose benefit they were included in the Agreement. CBF’s obligation to close is subject to certain additional conditions, including the absence of a material adverse effect on Southern Community and the amendment or waiver of certain of Southern Community’s compensation-related agreements.

 

The Agreement may be terminated, before or after receipt of shareholder approval, in certain circumstances, including: (i) upon the mutual consent of the parties; (ii) failure to obtain any required regulatory approval; (iii) by either party if the Merger is not consummated on or before September 26, 2012 if such failure is not caused by material breach of the Agreement; (iv) by either party if there is a material breach of the other party’s representations, warranties, or covenants, and the breach or change that is not cured within 30 days following notice by the complaining party to the complaining party’s reasonable satisfaction; (v) by CBF if Southern Community’s Board fails to recommend that shareholders approve the Agreement and the Merger, changes such recommendation or breaches certain non-solicitation covenants with respect to third party proposals; or (vi) by either party if the shareholders of Southern Community fail to approve the Agreement.

 

Under certain circumstances, Southern Community will be obligated to pay CBF a termination fee of $4 million and reimburse CBF up to $1 million for all expenses incurred by it in connection with the Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereby.

 

On July 25, 2012, the Board terminated the employment of Messrs. Bauer and Clark effective September 22, 2012. Their employment agreements, which have now been terminated, contained change in control provisions that provided for a lump sum payment equal to three times the sum of the applicable officer’s base salary for the year of the change in control and the incentive compensation paid in the year prior to the change in control. As previously disclosed in Southern Community’s Form 10-K/A, Amendment No. 1 for the year ended December 31, 2011, the following would have been the estimated cost to the Company in the event of a change in control as of January 1, 2012, pursuant to the employment agreements and Salary Continuation Agreements and assuming that the Treasury’s investment in Southern Community was repaid in full, the Company was no longer under regulatory restrictions and not taking into account the amendments contemplated by the merger agreement. On behalf of Messrs. Bauer and Clark, the estimated cost to the Company would have been approximately $2,622,297 and $1,366,220, respectively. As a condition to the closing of the merger, both the amounts and the terms of potential change in control payments under the employment agreements with Messrs. Bauer and Clark were required to be amended. Since neither officer will be an employee of Southern Community at the time of the merger, amendments to their employment agreements will not be required to consummate the merger.

 

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Note 3 – Investment Securities

 

The following is a summary of the securities portfolio by major classification at the dates presented.

 

    June 30, 2012  
    Amortized Cost     Gross Unrealized 
Gains
    Gross Unrealized 
Losses
    Fair Value  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Securities available for sale:                                
US Government agencies   $ 19,681     $ 34     $ -     $ 19,715  
Asset-backed securities                                
Residential mortgage-backed securities     155,698       2,406       66       158,038  
Collateralized mortgage obligations     26,895       392       594       26,693  
Small Business Administration loan pools     13,515       430       7       13,938  
Student loan pools     8,538       -       62       8,476  
Municipals     25,142       2,644       -       27,786  
Trust preferred securities     3,250       -       695       2,555  
Corporate bonds     4,213       -       469       3,744  
Other     1,000       -       1       999  
    $ 257,932     $ 5,906     $ 1,894     $ 261,944  
                                 
Securities held to maturity:                                
Mortgage-backed securities                                
Residential mortgage-backed securities   $ 389     $ 26     $ -     $ 415  
Small Business Administration loan pools     4,655       316       -       4,971  
Municipals     31,452       2,833       24       34,261  
Trust preferred securities     8,726       -       361       8,365  
Corporate bonds     5,787       -       741       5,046  
    $ 51,009     $ 3,175     $ 1,126     $ 53,058  

 

    December 31, 2011  
    Amortized Cost     Gross Unrealized
Gains
    Gross Unrealized
Losses
    Fair Value  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Securities available for sale:                                
US Government agencies   $ 34,660     $ 69     $ -     $ 34,729  
Asset-backed securities                                
Residential mortgage-backed securities     185,838       1,713       245       187,306  
Collateralized mortgage obligations     28,089       450       1,447       27,092  
Small Business Administration loan pools     67,507       637       76       68,068  
Student loan pools     8,903       -       1       8,902  
Municipals     26,981       2,239       -       29,220  
Trust preferred securities     3,250       -       929       2,321  
Corporate Bonds     4,213       -       554       3,659  
Other     1,000       1       -       1,001  
    $ 360,441     $ 5,109     $ 3,252     $ 362,298  
                                 
Securities held to maturity:                                
Mortgage-backed securities                                
Residential mortgage-backed securities   $ 474     $ 34     $ -     $ 508  
Small Business Administration loan pools     4,928       230       -       5,158  
Municipals     33,214       1,904       1       35,117  
Corporate bonds     5,787       -       1,056       4,731  
    $ 44,403     $ 2,168     $ 1,057     $ 45,514  

 

Residential mortgage-backed securities and collateralized mortgage obligations are primarily government sponsored (GSE) agency issued whose underlying collateral are prime residential mortgage loans. The Company’s municipal securities are composed of geographic concentrations of 97.3% North Carolina, 1.7% of Texas independent school districts and less than 1.0% in other states. As the Company’s investment policy limits the purchase of municipal securities to “A” rated or better, the municipal investment portfolio segment has 98.3% of this portfolio rated “A” or better.

 

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Note 3 – Investment Securities (continued)

 

For the second quarter 2012 and 2011, sales of securities available for sale resulted in gross realized gains of $864 thousand and $926 thousand, respectively, and realized losses of none and $402 thousand, respectively for each period. These investment sales generated $100.2 million and $72.4 million in proceeds during these respective periods. For the six months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011, sales of securities available for sale resulted in gross realized gains of $1.2 million and $2.2 million, respectively, and realized losses of $38 thousand and $730 thousand, respectively, for each period. These investment sales generated $162.2 million and $124.1 million in proceeds during these respective periods.

 

The following table shows the gross unrealized losses and fair values for our investments and length of time that the individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position.

 

    June 30, 2012  
    Less than 12 Months     12 Months or More     Total  
    Fair Value     Unrealized
losses
    Fair Value     Unrealized
losses
    Fair Value     Unrealized
losses
 
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Securities available for sale:                                                
Asset-backed securities                                                
Residential mortgage-backed securities   $ 18,036     $ 66     $ -     $ -     $ 18,036     $ 66  
Collateralized mortgage obligations     1,506       128       5,602       466       7,108       594  
Small Business Administration loan pools     2,544       5       993       2       3,537       7  
Student loan pools     8,477       62       -       -       8,477       62  
Trust preferred securities     -       -       2,553       695       2,553       695  
Corporate bonds     -       -       3,744       469       3,744       469  
Other     1,000       1       -       -       1,000       1  
                                                 
Total temporarily impaired  securities   $ 31,563     $ 262     $ 12,892     $ 1,632     $ 44,455     $ 1,894  
                                                 
Securities held to maturity:                                                
Municipals   $ 942     $ 24     $ -     $ -     $ 942     $ 24  
Trust preferred securities     8,365       361       -       -       8,365       361  
Corporate bonds     -       -       5,046       741       5,046       741  
                                                 
Total temporarily impaired  securities   $ 9,307     $ 385     $ 5,046     $ 741     $ 14,353     $ 1,126  

  

    December 31, 2011  
    Less than 12 Months     12 Months or More     Total  
    Fair Value     Unrealized
losses
    Fair Value     Unrealized
losses
    Fair Value     Unrealized
losses
 
    (Amount in thousands)  
Securities available for sale:                                                
Asset-backed securities                                                
Residential mortgage-backed securities   $ 54,446     $ 245     $ -     $ -     $ 54,446     $ 245  
Collateralized mortgage obligations     12,248       1,447       -       -       12,248       1,447  
Small Business Administration loan pools     12,309       74       686       2       12,995       76  
Student loan pools     8,902       1       -       -       8,902       1  
Municipals     6       -       -       -       6       -  
Trust preferred securities     -       -       2,321       929       2,321       929  
Corporate bonds     -       -       3,659       554       3,659       554  
                                                 
Total temporarily impaired  securities   $ 87,911     $ 1,767     $ 6,666     $ 1,485     $ 94,577     $ 3,252  
                                                 
Securities held to maturity:                                                
Municipals   $ -     $ -     $ 967     $ 1     $ 967     $ 1  
Corporate bonds     -       -       4,731       1,056       4,731       1,056  
                                                 
Total temporarily impaired  Securities   $ -     $ -     $ 5,698     $ 1,057     $ 5,698     $ 1,057  

 

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Note 3 – Investment Securities (continued)

 

In evaluating investment securities for “other-than-temporary impairment” losses, management considers, among other things, (i) the length of time and the extent to which the investment is in an unrealized loss position, (ii) the financial condition and near term prospects of the issuer, and (iii) the intent and ability of the Company to retain its investment in the issuer for a sufficient period of time to allow for any anticipated recovery of unrealized loss. At June 30, 2012, there were six investment securities with aggregate fair values of $17.9 million in an unrealized loss position for at least twelve months including one trust preferred security valued at $2.6 million with a $695 thousand unrealized loss due to changes in the level of market interest rates. The security has a variable rate based on LIBOR which had declined steadily throughout 2009 and has stabilized during 2010, 2011 and the first six months of 2012. The fair value of this security increased from the prior quarter and the unrealized loss remained significant. Based on the nature of these securities and the continued timely receipt of scheduled payments, we believe the decline in value to be solely due to changes in interest rates and the general economic conditions and not deterioration in their credit quality. We have the intention and ability to hold these securities for a period of time sufficient to allow for their recovery in value or until maturity. The unrealized losses on the securities available for sale are reflected in other comprehensive income.

 

The amortized cost and fair values of securities available for sale and held to maturity at June 30, 2012 by contractual maturity are shown below. Actual expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers may have the right to call or prepay the obligation.

 

    Securities Available for Sale     Securities Held to Maturity  
    Amortized
Cost
    Fair Value     Amortized
Cost
    Fair Value  
    (Amount in thousands)  
                         
US Government Agencies                                
Due after one but through five years   $ 1,000     $ 1,001     $ -     $ -  
Due after ten years     18,681       18,713       -       -  
Municipals                                
Due within one year     103       103       -       -  
Due after one but through five years     444       445       1,318       1,398  
Due after five but through ten years     684       717       3,825       4,184  
Due after ten years     23,911       26,521       26,309       28,679  
Trust preferred securities                                
Due after ten years     3,250       2,555       8,726       8,365  
Corporate bonds                                
Due after five but through ten years     4,213       3,744       5,787       5,046  
Other                                
Due after five but through ten years     1,000       999       -       -  
Asset-backed securities                                
Residential mortgage-backed securities     155,698       158,038       389       415  
Collateralized mortgage obligations     26,895       26,693       -       -  
Small Business Administration loan pools     13,515       13,938       4,655       4,971  
Student loan pools     8,538       8,477       -       -  
                                 
    $ 257,932     $ 261,944     $ 51,009     $ 53,058  

 

Federal Home Loan Bank Stock

 

As disclosed separately on our statements of financial condition, the Company has an investment in Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (“FHLB”) stock of $6.0 million and $6.8 million at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011 respectively. The Company carries its investment in FHLB at its cost which is the par value of the stock. Based on current borrowings, the FHLB periodically repurchases excess stock from the Company at par value as the stock is not actively traded and does not have a quoted market price. After briefly suspending the payment of dividends, the FHLB paid a quarterly cash dividend to its members for the second quarter of 2009 and each quarter following including the most recent quarter. Management believes that the investment in FHLB stock was not impaired as of June 30, 2012.

 

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Note 4 – Loans

 

Following is a summary of loans by loan class:

 

    At June 30, 2012     At December 31, 2011  
          Percent           Percent  
    Amount     of Total     Amount     of Total  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Commercial real estate   $ 372,739       40.8 %   $ 387,275       40.8 %
Commercial                                
Commercial and industrial     82,816       9.1 %     85,321       9.0 %
Commercial line of credit     48,008       5.3 %     44,574       4.7 %
Residential real estate                                
Residential construction     104,927       11.5 %     101,945       10.7 %
Residential lots     39,607       4.3 %     45,164       4.8 %
Raw land     15,158       1.7 %     17,488       1.8 %
Home equity lines     91,900       10.1 %     95,136       10.0 %
Consumer     158,436       17.4 %     173,119       18.2 %
                                 
Subtotal   $ 913,591       100 %   $ 950,022       100 %
Less: Allowance for loan losses     (22,954 )             (24,165 )        
Net Loans   $ 890,637             $ 925,857          

 

Construction loans are non-revolving extensions of credit secured by real property, the proceeds of which will be used to a) finance the preparation of land for construction of industrial, commercial, residential, or farm buildings; or b) finance the on-site construction of such buildings. Construction loans are approved based on a set of projections regarding cost, time to completion, time to stabilization or sale, and availability of permanent financing. Any one of these projections may vary from actual results. Therefore, construction loans are considered based not only on the expected merits of the project itself, but also on secondary and tertiary repayment sources of the project sponsor, project sponsor expertise and experience and independent evaluation of project viability. Personal guarantees are typically required. 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 to ensure that loan commitments remain in-balance with work completed to date and that adequate funds remain available to ensure completion.

 

Commercial real estate loans are underwritten by evaluating and understanding the borrower’s ability to generate adequate cash flow to repay the subject debt within reasonable terms. These loans are viewed primarily as cash flow loans and secondarily as loans secured by real estate. Commercial real estate lending typically involves higher loan amounts relative to equity sources of capitalization and higher debt service requirements relative to available cash flow. This heightened degree of financial and operating leverage can expose commercial real estate loans to increased sensitivity to changes in market and economic conditions. Repayment of these loans is generally largely dependent on the successful operation of the property securing the loan or the business conducted on the property securing the loan. Management monitors and evaluates commercial real estate loans based on collateral, geography, and secondary/tertiary sources of repayment of the property sponsors. Management tracks the level of owner-occupied commercial real estate loans versus non-owner occupied loans. Loans secured by owner-occupied properties are generally considered to be less sensitive to real estate market conditions, since the profitability and cash flow of the occupying business are aligned via common ownership.

 

Commercial and industrial loans are underwritten after evaluating and understanding the borrower’s ability to generate positive cash flow, operate profitably and prudently expand its business. Underwriting standards are designed to promote relationships to include a full range of loan, deposit, and cash management services. Underwriting processes include thorough examination of the borrower’s market, operating environment, and business model, to assess whether current and projected cash flows can reasonably be expected to present an acceptable source of repayment. Such repayments are generally sensitized with variances of growth/decline, profitability, and operating cycle changes. Secondary repayment sources, including collateral, are assessed. The level of control and monitoring over such secondary repayment sources may be impacted by the strength of the primary repayment source and the financial position of the borrower.

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

Residential lot loans are extensions of credit secured by developed tracts of land with appropriate entitlements to support construction of single family or multifamily residential buildings. Such loans were historically structured as time or term loans to finance the holding of the lot for future construction. Because the property is neither generating current income nor providing shelter, these loans have proven to be subject to a higher-than-average risk of abandonment. Extensions of credit for acquisition of finished lots are generally assessed based on the outside repayment sources readily available to the borrower in the current underwriting for such loans.

 

Consumer loans are originated utilizing a centralized approval process staffed by experienced consumer loan administration personnel. Policies and procedures are developed and maintained to ensure compliance with the Company’s risk management objectives and regulatory compliance requirements. This activity, coupled with relatively small loan amounts spread across many individual borrowers, minimizes risk. Additionally, trend and outlook reports are reviewed by management on a periodic basis, along with periodic review activity of particular regions and individual lenders. Loans are concentrated in home equity lines of credit and term loans secured by first or second liens on owner-occupied residential real estate.

 

Home Equity loans are consumer-purpose revolving or term loans secured by 1 st or 2 nd liens on owner-occupied residential real estate. Such loans are underwritten and approved on the same centralized basis as other consumer loans. Appropriate risk management and compliance practices are exercised to ensure that loan-to-value, lien perfection, and compliance risks are addressed and managed within the Bank’s established tolerances. The degree of utilization of revolving commitments within this asset class is reviewed monthly to identify changes in the behavior of this borrowing group.

 

Commercial lines of credit are underwritten according to the same standards applied to other commercial and industrial loans; with particular focus on the cash flow impact of the borrower’s operating cycle. Based on the risk profile of each borrower, an appropriate level of monitoring and servicing can be applied, such that higher risk categories involve more frequent monitoring and more involved control over the cash proceeds of asset conversion. Lower risk profiles may involve less restrictive controls and lighter servicing intensity.

 

Raw land loans are those secured by tracts of undeveloped raw land held for personal use or investment. Such properties are expected to be held for a period of not less than twenty-four months with no active development plan. Given the raw nature of the land, these loans are underwritten based on the ability of the borrower to service the indebtedness with sources of income unrelated to the property. Higher cash down payment and lower loan-to-value expectations are applied to such loans.

 

Loan origination fees and certain direct origination are capitalized and recognized as an adjustment to yield over the life of the related loan. Net unamortized deferred fees less related cost included in the above were $123 thousand at June 30, 2012 and $136 thousand at December 31, 2011.

 

Loans are placed in a nonaccrual status for all classes of loans when, in management’s opinion, the borrower may be unable to meet payments as they become due or payments are 90 days past due. Loans are returned to an accrual status when the borrower makes timely principal and interest payments for a period of at least six months and has demonstrated the ability to continue making scheduled payments until the loan is repaid in full.

 

The following is a summary of nonperforming assets at the periods presented:

 

    June 30,     December 31,     June 30,  
    2012     2011     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                   
Nonaccrual loans   $ 34,443     $ 38,715     $ 45,381  
Restructured loans - nonaccruing     20,669       29,333       21,422  
Total nonperforming loans     55,112       68,048       66,803  
                         
Foreclosed assets     19,873       19,812       23,022  
Total nonperforming assets   $ 74,985     $ 87,860     $ 89,825  
                         
Restructured loans in accrual status not included above   $ 24,107     $ 24,202     $ 15,471  

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

For loan modifications and in particular, troubled debt restructurings (TDRs), the Company generally utilizes its own loan modification programs whereby the borrower is provided one or more of the following concessions: interest rate reduction, extension of payment terms, forgiveness of principal or other modifications. The primary factor in the pre-modification evaluation of a troubled debt restructuring is whether such an action will increase the likelihood of achieving a better result in terms of collecting the amount owed to the Bank.

 

As illustrated in the table below, during the three months ended June 30, 2012, the following concessions were made on 11 loans for $3.4 million (measured as a percentage of loan balances on TDRs):

 

· Reduced interest rate for 58% (2 loans for $2.0 million);
· Extension of payment terms for 29% (8 loans for $984 thousand); and
· Forgiveness of principal for 13% (1 loan for $435 thousand).

 

During the six months ended June 30, 2012, the following concessions were made on 16 loans for $5.2 million (measured as a percentage of loan balances on TDRs):

 

· Reduced interest rate for 40% (3 loans for $2.0 million);
· Extension of payment terms for 50% (11 loans for $2.6 million); and
· Forgiveness of principal for 10% (2 loans for $531 thousand).

 

In cases where there was more than one concession granted, the modification was classified by the more dominant concession.

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

The following table presents a breakdown of the types of concessions made by loan class for the three and six months ended June 30, 2012.

 

    Three months ended June 30, 2012     Six months ended June 30, 2012  
          Pre-Modification     Post-Modification           Pre-Modification     Post-Modification  
          Outstanding     Outstanding           Outstanding     Outstanding  
    Number of     Recorded     Recorded     Number of     Recorded     Recorded  
    Loans     Investment     Investment     Loans     Investment     Investment  
Below market interest rate                                                
Commercial real estate     1     $ 1,957     $ 1,957       1     $ 1,957     $ 1,957  
Commercial and industrial     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Commercial line of credit     -       -       -               -       -  
Residential construction     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Home equity lines     1       46       46       1       46       46  
Residential lots     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Raw land     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Consumer     -       -       -       1       42       42  
Total     2       2,003       2,003       3       2,045       2,045  
                                                 
Extended payment terms                                                
Commercial real estate     2       414       414       2       414       414  
Commercial and industrial     1       30       30       3       737       737  
Commercial line of credit     1       74       74       1       74       74  
Residential construction     -       -       -       1       902       902  
Home equity lines     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Residential lots     1       349       349       1       349       349  
Raw land     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Consumer     3       117       117       3       117       117  
Total     8       984       984       11       2,593       2,593  
                                                 
Forgiveness of principal                                                
Commercial real estate     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Commercial and industrial     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Commercial line of credit     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Residential construction     1       435       345       1       435       345  
Home equity lines     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Residential lots     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Raw land     -       -       -       -       -       -  
Consumer     -       -       -       1       96       27  
Total     1       435       345       2       531       372  
                                                 
Total     11     $ 3,422     $ 3,332       16     $ 5,169     $ 5,010  

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

During the previous twelve months ended June 30, 2012, the Company modified 86 loans in the amount of $36.9 million. Of this total, there were payment defaults (where the modified loan was past due thirty days or more) of $198 thousand, or 0.5%, and $617 thousand, or 1.7%, respectively, during the three and six months ended June 30, 2012.

 

The following table presents loans that were modified as troubled debt restructurings within the previous 12 months and for which there was a payment default (past due 30 days or more) during the three and six months ended June 30, 2012.

 

    Three Months     Six Months  
    Ended June 30, 2012     Ended June 30, 2012  
    Number of     Recorded     Number of     Recorded  
    Loans     Investment     Loans     Investment  
Below market interest rate                                
Commercial real estate     -     $ -       -     $ -  
Commercial and industrial     -       -       -       -  
Commercial line of credit     -       -       -       -  
Residential construction     -       -       -       -  
Home equity lines     -       -       -       -  
Residential lots     -       -       1       10  
Raw land     -       -       -       -  
Consumer     -       -       -       -  
Total     -       -       1       10  
                                 
Extended payment terms                                
Commercial real estate     1       22       2       158  
Commercial and industrial     1       4       1       4  
Commercial line of credit     -       -       -       -  
Residential construction     1       46       1       46  
Home equity lines     -       -       -       -  
Residential lots     1       43       1       43  
Raw land     -       -       -       -  
Consumer     2       83       3       356  
Total     6       198       8       607  
                                 
Forgiveness of principal                                
Total     -       -       -       -  
                                 
Total     6     $ 198       9     $ 617  

 

Of the total of 86 loans for $36.9 million which were modified during the twelve months ended June 30, 2012, the following represents their success or failure for the twelve months ended June 30, 2012:

 

· 89.5% are paying as restructured;
· 0.3% have been reclassified to nonaccrual;
· 5.3% have defaulted and/or foreclosed upon; and
· 4.9% has paid in full.

 

The following table presents the successes and failures of the types of modifications within the previous 12 months as of June 30, 2012.

 

    Paid in full     Paying as restructured     Converted to non-accrual     Foreclosure/Default  
    Number     Recorded     Number     Recorded     Number     Recorded     Number     Recorded  
Amounts in $ thousands   of Loans     Investment     of Loans     Investment     of Loans     Investment     of Loans     Investment  
Below market interest rate     1     $ 1,500       22     $ 16,465       2     $ 94       -     $ -  
Extended payment terms     1       292       49       13,670       1       30       5       1,969  
Forgiveness of principal     -       -       3       1,763       -       -       -       -  
Other     -       -       2       1,142       -       -       -       -  
Total     2     $ 1,792       76     $ 33,040       3     $ 124       5     $ 1,969  

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

The following is a summary of the recorded investment in nonaccrual loans and impaired loans segregated by class of loans at the periods presented:

 

    June 30, 2012     December 31, 2011  
    Nonaccrual
Loans
    Impaired
Loans
    Nonaccrual
Loans
    Impaired
Loans
 
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Commercial real estate   $ 17,429     $ 33,137     $ 26,484     $ 39,297  
Commercial and industrial     2,799       3,901       3,548       3,899  
Commercial line of credit     1,429       1,337       1,429       1,004  
Residential construction     12,921       16,071       11,491       16,619  
Home equity lines     2,093       1,410       2,637       1,955  
Residential lots     10,056       10,076       12,096       12,095  
Raw land     241       114       1,484       1,484  
Consumer     8,144       8,796       8,879       10,753  
                                 
Total   $ 55,112     $ 74,842     $ 68,048     $ 87,106  

 

The Company evaluates “impaired” loans, which includes nonperforming loans and accruing troubled debt restructured loans, having risk characteristics that are unique to an individual borrower on a loan-by-loan basis with balances above a specified level. For smaller loans, the allowance is calculated based on the credit grade utilizing historical loss experience and other qualitative factors. Included in the table below, $52.4 million out of the total of $55.1 million of nonperforming loans and $22.4 million out of the total of $24.1 million of accruing troubled debt restructured loans were individually evaluated which required a specific allowance of $1.2 million and $526 thousand, respectively, for a total specific ALLL of $1.7 million. The impaired loans with smaller balances ($2.7 million in nonperforming loans and $1.7 million in accruing troubled debt restructured loans) were collectively evaluated for impairment.

 

The following is a summary of loans individually or collectively evaluated for impairment, by segment, at June 30, 2012:

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Ending balance: nonperforming loans individually evaluated for impairment   $ 15,983     $ 3,655     $ 25,093     $ 1,410     $ 6,254     $ 52,395  
                                                 
Accruing troubled debt restructured loans individually evaluated for impairment     17,154       1,583       1,168       -       2,542       22,447  
                                                 
Ending balance: total impaired loans individually evaluated for impairment     33,137       5,238       26,261       1,410       8,796       74,842  
                                                 
Ending balance: collectively  evaluated for impairment     339,602       125,586       133,431       90,490       149,640       838,749  
                                                 
Ending Balance   $ 372,739     $ 130,824     $ 159,692     $ 91,900     $ 158,436     $ 913,591  

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

The following is a summary of loans individually or collectively evaluated for impairment, by segment, at December 31, 2011:

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Ending balance: nonperforming loans individually evaluated for impairment   $ 24,822     $ 3,889     $ 27,238     $ 1,955     $ 7,209     $ 65,113  
                                                 
Accruing troubled debt restructured loans individually evaluated for impairment     14,475       1,014       2,960       -       3,544       21,993  
                                                 
Ending balance: total impaired loans individually evaluated for impairment     39,297       4,903       30,198       1,955       10,753       87,106  
                                                 
Ending balance: collectively   evaluated for impairment     347,978       124,993       134,399       93,180       162,366       862,916  
                                                 
 Ending Balance   $ 387,275     $ 129,896     $ 164,597     $ 95,135     $ 173,119     $ 950,022  

 

The following is a breakdown of impaired loans individually evaluated for impairment, by class, with and without related specific allowance at June 30, 2012:

 

                            Quarter     Quarter     Year to Date     Year to Date  
    Unpaid     Partial                 Average     Interest     Average     Interest  
    Principal     Charge Offs     Recorded     Related     Recorded     Income     Recorded     Income  
    Balance     To Date     Investment     Allowance     Investment     Recognized     Investment     Recognized  
    (Amounts in thousands)              
With no related allowance recorded:                                                                
                                                                 
Commercial real estate   $ 30,821     $ (10,078 )   $ 20,743     $ -     $ 22,270     $ 66     $ 23,188     $ 204  
Commercial                                                                
Commercial and industrial     4,034       (948 )     3,086       -       2,860       4       2,449       26  
Commercial line of credit     1,070       (131 )     939       -       457       3       501       4  
Residential real estate                                                                
Residential construction     17,466       (2,040 )     15,426       -       13,567       24       13,039       42  
Residential lots     15,075       (4,999 )     10,076       -       7,376       12       7,680       12  
Raw land     2,716       (2,602 )     114       -       115       1       117       3  
Home equity lines     435       (32 )     403       -       918       -       878          
Consumer     7,081       (567 )     6,514       -       7,434       10       7,254       22  
Subtotal     78,698       (21,397 )     57,301       -       54,997       120       55,106       313  
                                                                 
With an allowance recorded:                                                                
                                                                 
Commercial real estate     12,394       -       12,394       673       11,841       147       12,126       294  
Commercial                                                                
Commercial and industrial     815       -       815       524       792       -       544          
Commercial line of credit     397       -       397       167       695       -       571          
Residential real estate                                                                
Residential construction     646       -       646       11       2,298       4       2,751       7  
Residential lots     -       -       -       -       5,710       5       4,825       11  
Raw land     -       -       -       -       -       -       272          
Home equity lines     1,007               1,007       250       926       -       911          
Consumer     2,509       (227 )     2,282       74       2,130       38       2,479       75  
Subtotal     17,768       (227 )     17,541       1,699       24,392       194       24,479       387  
                                                                 
Summary                                                                
Commercial real estate     43,215       (10,078 )     33,137       673       34,111       213       35,314       498  
Commercial     6,316       (1,079 )     5,237       691       4,804       7       4,065       30  
Residential real estate     35,903       (9,641 )     26,262       11       29,066       46       28,684       75  
Home equity lines     1,442       (32 )     1,410       250       1,844       -       1,789       -  
Consumer     9,590       (794 )     8,796       74       9,564       48       9,733       97  
                                                                 
Grand Totals   $ 96,466     $ (21,624 )   $ 74,842     $ 1,699     $ 79,389     $ 314     $ 79,585     $ 700  

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

As shown in the above table, the Company has previously taken partial charge-offs of $21.6 million on the $74.8 million in loans individually evaluated for impairment. In addition, the Company has set aside $1.7 million in specific allowance for $17.5 million of these loans.

 

The recorded investment in loans that were considered and collectively evaluated for impairment at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011 totaled $838.7 million and $862.9 million, respectively. The recorded investment in loans that were considered individually impaired at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011 totaled $74.8 million and $87.1 million, respectively. At June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the recorded investment in impaired loans requiring a valuation allowance based on individual analysis was $17.5 million and $23.0 million, respectively, with a corresponding valuation allowance of $1.7 million and $1.6 million. No valuation allowance for the other impaired loans was considered necessary as a result of previously recognized partial charge-offs or adequate collateral coverage. No loans with deteriorated credit quality have been acquired by the Company to date.

 

The average recorded investment in impaired loans for the quarter ended June 30, 2012 and year ended December 31, 2011 was approximately $79.4 million and $84.7 million, respectively. For the three months ended June 30, 2012, the interest income recorded on accruing troubled debt restructured loans that were individually evaluated for impairment was $314 thousand. The interest income foregone for loans in a non-accrual status at June 30, 2012 and 2011 was $700 thousand and $2.1 million, respectively.

 

The following is a breakdown of impaired loans individually evaluated for impairment, by class, with and without related specific allowance at December 31, 2011:

 

                            Year to Date     Year to Date  
    Unpaid     Partial                 Average     Interest  
    Principal     Charge Offs     Recorded     Related     Recorded     Income  
    Balance     To Date     Investment     Allowance     Investment     Recognized  
    (Amounts in thousands)        
With no related allowance recorded:                                                
                                                 
Commercial real estate   $ 36,251     $ (7,334 )   $ 28,917     $ -     $ 26,846     $ 358  
Commercial                                                
Commercial and industrial     4,742       (1,341 )     3,401       -       2,998       76  
Commercial line of credit     957       (52 )     905       -       1,427       -  
Residential real estate                                                
Residential construction     17,874       (2,443 )     15,431       -       15,241       190  
Residential lots     6,853       (2,803 )     4,050       -       10,387       17  
Raw land     3,808       (2,324 )     1,484       -       1,467       -  
Home equity lines     954       (32 )     922       -       655       -  
Consumer     10,501       (1,501 )     9,000       -       5,211       81  
Subtotal     81,940       (17,830 )     64,110       -       64,232       722  
                                                 
With an allowance recorded:                                                
                                                 
Commercial real estate     10,710       (330 )     10,380       655       8,346       420  
Commercial                                                
Commercial and industrial     498       -       498       114       1,067       14  
Commercial line of credit     99       -       99       99       482       -  
Residential real estate                                                
Residential construction     1,348       (160 )     1,188       102       2,602       17  
Residential lots     9,080       (1,035 )     8,045       161       3,843       32  
Raw land     -       -       -       -       144       -  
Home equity lines     1,033       -       1,033       387       1,027       -  
Consumer     1,839       (86 )     1,753       90       2,921       80  
Subtotal     24,607       (1,611 )     22,996       1,608       20,432       563  
                                                 
Summary                                                
Commercial real estate     46,961       (7,664 )     39,297       655       35,192       778  
Commercial     6,296       (1,393 )     4,903       213       5,974       90  
Residential real estate     38,963       (8,765 )     30,198       263       33,684       256  
Home equity lines     1,987       (32 )     1,955       387       1,682       -  
Consumer     12,340       (1,587 )     10,753       90       8,132       161  
                                                 
Grand Totals   $ 106,547     $ (19,441 )   $ 87,106     $ 1,608     $ 84,664     $ 1,285  

 

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Note 4 – Loans (continued)

 

The following is an aging analysis of past due financing receivables by class at June 30, 2012:

 

    30-59
Days Past
Due
    60-89
Days Past
Due
    Greater
than 90
Days (1)
    Total Past
Due
    Current     Total
Financing
Receivables
    Recorded
Investment
90 Days or
more and
Accruing
 
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Commercial real estate   $ 902     $ -     $ 17,429     $ 18,331     $ 354,408     $ 372,739     $ -  
Commercial and industrial     365       -       2,799       3,164       79,652       82,816       -  
Commercial line of credit     232       50       1,429       1,711       46,297       48,008       -  
Residential construction     -       -       12,921       12,921       92,006       104,927       -  
Home equity lines     324       -       2,093       2,417       89,483       91,900       -  
Residential lots     229       -       10,056       10,285       29,322       39,607       -  
Raw land     -       2,881       241       3,122       12,036       15,158       -  
Consumer     1,180       48       8,144       9,372       149,064       158,436       -  
Total   $ 3,232     $ 2,979     $ 55,112     $ 61,323     $ 852,268     $ 913,591     $ -  
Percentage of total loans     0.35 %     0.33 %     6.03 %     6.71 %     93.29 %                

 

The following is an aging analysis of past due financing receivables by class at December 31, 2011:

 

    30-59
Days Past
Due
    60-89
Days Past
Due
    Greater
than 90
Days (1)
    Total Past
Due
    Current     Total
Financing
Receivables
    Recorded
Investment
90 Days or
more and
Accruing
 
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Commercial real estate   $ 376     $ 265     $ 26,484     $ 27,125     $ 360,150     $ 387,275     $ -  
Commercial and industrial     308       7       3,548       3,863       81,458       85,321       -  
Commercial line of credit     50       35       1,429       1,514       43,060       44,574       -  
Residential construction     -       -       11,491       11,491       90,454       101,945       -  
Home equity lines     248       171       2,637       3,056       92,080       95,136       -  
Residential lots     -       -       12,096       12,096       33,068       45,164       -  
Raw land     -       -       1,484       1,484       16,004       17,488       -  
Consumer     2,839       932       8,879       12,650       160,469       173,119       -  
Total   $ 3,821     $ 1,410     $ 68,048     $ 73,279     $ 876,743     $ 950,022     $ -  
Percentage of total loans     0.40 %     0.15 %     7.16 %     7.71 %     92.29 %                

 

(1)  As the Company has no loans past due 90 or more days and still accruing, this category only includes nonaccrual loans.

 

Note 5 – Allowance for Loan Losses

 

The following table shows, an analysis of the allowance for loan losses by loan segment, for the quarter ended June 30, 2012.

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Allowance for credit losses:                                                
                                                 
Beginning balance   $ 8,925     $ 3,092     $ 7,861     $ 1,266     $ 3,037     $ 24,181  
Provision     1,410       574       76       34       206       2,300  
Charge-offs     (1,802 )     (356 )     (1,597 )     (139 )     (586 )     (4,480 )
Recoveries     321       112       433       7       80       953  
Ending balance   $ 8,854     $ 3,422     $ 6,773     $ 1,168     $ 2,737     $ 22,954  

 

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Note 5 – Allowance for Loan Losses (continued)

 

The following table shows, an analysis of the allowance for loan losses by loan segment, for the six months ended June 30, 2012.

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Allowance for credit losses:                                                
                                                 
Beginning balance   $ 9,076     $ 3,036     $ 7,258     $ 1,412     $ 3,383     $ 24,165  
Provision     2,778       1,390       1,202       (103 )     (67 )     5,200  
Charge-offs     (3,529 )     (1,256 )     (2,169 )     (151 )     (943 )     (8,048 )
Recoveries     529       252       482       10       364       1,637  
Ending balance   $ 8,854     $ 3,422     $ 6,773     $ 1,168     $ 2,737     $ 22,954  
                                                 
For nonperforming loans requiring specific ALLL     201       691       9       272       -     $ 1,173  
                                                 
For accruing troubled debt restructured loans requiring specific ALLL     471       -       3       -       52       526  
                                                 
Ending balance: requiring specific ALLL   $ 672     $ 691     $ 12     $ 272     $ 52     $ 1,699  
                                               
Ending balance: general ALLL   $ 8,182     $ 2,731     $ 6,761     $ 896     $ 2,685     $ 21,255  

   

 The following table shows the breakdown of the allowance for loan losses by component loan segment, for the quarter ended June 30, 2011.

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
  (Amounts in thousands)  
Allowance for credit losses:                                     
                                     
Beginning balance   $ 6,262     $ 3,593     $ 13,097     $ 1,759     $ 2,953     $ 27,664  
Provision     2,385       940       273       (320 )     422       3,700  
Charge-offs     (2,180 )     (1,064 )     (1,805 )     (100 )     (386 )     (5,535 )
Recoveries     416       199       752       132       183       1,682  
Ending balance   $ 6,883     $ 3,668     $ 12,317     $ 1,471     $ 3,172     $ 27,511  

 

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Note 5 – Allowance for Loan Losses (continued)

 

The following table shows, an analysis of the allowance for loan losses by loan segment, for the six months ended June 30, 2011.

 

    Commercial           Residential                    
    Real           Real                    
    Estate     Commercial     Estate     HELOC     Consumer     Total  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Allowance for credit losses:                                                
                                                 
Beginning balance   $ 6,703     $ 4,154     $ 13,534     $ 1,493     $ 3,696     $ 29,580  
Provision     3,306       1,068       1,714       484       1,228       7,800  
Charge-offs     (4,077 )     (1,829 )     (4,008 )     (641 )     (2,066 )     (12,621 )
Recoveries     951       275       1,077       135       314       2,752  
Ending balance   $ 6,883     $ 3,668     $ 12,317     $ 1,471     $ 3,172     $ 27,511  
                                                 
For nonperforming loans requiring specific ALLL     299       348       754       315       438       2,154  
                                                 
For accruing troubled debt restructured loans requiring specific ALLL     118       2       -       -       42       162  
                                                 
Ending balance: requiring specific ALLL   $ 417     $ 350     $ 754     $ 315     $ 480     $ 2,316  
                                                 
Ending balance: general ALLL   $ 6,466     $ 3,318     $ 11,563     $ 1,156     $ 2,692     $ 25,195  

 

Credit Quality Indicators . As part of the on-going monitoring of the credit quality of the Company’s loan portfolio, management tracks certain credit quality indicators including trends related to (i) the weighted-average risk grade of commercial loans, (ii) the level of classified commercial loans, (iii) net charge-offs, (iv) nonperforming loans (see details above) and (v) the general economic conditions in its market areas.

 

The Company utilizes a risk grading matrix to assign a risk grade to each of its commercial loans. Loans are graded on a scale of 1 to 9. A description of the general characteristics of the 9 risk grades is as follows:

 

· Grades 1, 2 and 3 – Better Than Average Risk – Borrowers assigned any one of these ratings would generally be characterized as representing better than average risk. Access to alternate sources of traditional bank financing is evident; secondary repayment sources are sufficient to protect against the risk of principal or income loss.

 

· Grade 4 – Average Risk – Borrowers assigned this rating would generally be characterized as representing average risk. Access to alternate sources of traditional bank financing is evident; secondary repayment sources are sufficient to protect against the risk of principal or income loss. Or, the risk attributable to a marginally sufficient primary repayment source is mitigated by liquid collateral in amounts which, discounted for normal fluctuations in market value, are sufficient to protect against the risk of principal or income loss.

 

· Grade 5 – Acceptable Risk/Watch – Loans where the borrower’s ability to repay from primary (intended) repayment source is not clearly sufficient to ensure performance as contracted; however, the loan is performing as contracted, secondary repayment sources are clearly sufficient to protect against the risk of principal or income loss, and the Bank can reasonably expect that the circumstances causing the repayment concern will be resolved. Access to alternate financing sources exists, but may be limited to institutions specializing in higher risk financing.

 

· Grade 6 – Special Mention – This would include “Other Assets Especially Mentioned” (OAEM). OAEM are currently protected but potentially weak, they are characterized by undue and unwarranted credit risk but not to the point of justifying a classification of substandard. Potential weakness may weaken the asset or inadequately protect the Bank’s credit position at some future date if not corrected. Evidence that the risk is increasing beyond that at which the loan originally would have been granted. Loans, where adverse economic conditions that develop subsequent to the loan origination that do not jeopardize liquidation of the debt but do increase the level of risk, may also warrant this rating.

 

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Note 5 – Allowance for Loan Losses (continued)

 

· Grade 7 – Substandard – A substandard loan is inadequately protected by the current net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or by the value of the collateral pledged, if any. There is a distinct possibility that the Bank will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected. Loans in this category are characterized by deterioration in quality exhibited by any number of well-defined weaknesses requiring corrective action. Examples include high debt to net worth ratios, declining or negative earnings trends, declining or inadequate liquidity, improper loan structure and questionable repayment sources. Near term improvement is questionable.

 

· Grade 8 – Doubtful – Loans classified as doubtful have all the weaknesses inherent in loans classified substandard, plus the added characteristic that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions and values highly questionable and improbable. Some loss of principal is expected, however, the amount of such loss cannot be fully determined at this time. Factors such as equity injection, alternative financing, liquidation of assets or the pledging of additional collateral can impact the loan. All loans in this category are to immediately be placed on non-accrual with all payments applied to principal until such time as the potential loss exposure is eliminated.

 

· Grade 9 – Loss – Loans classified as loss are considered uncollectable and of such little value that there continuance as bankable assets is not warranted. This classification does not mean that the asset has absolutely no recovery or salvage value, but rather that it is not practical or desirable to defer writing off this worthless loan even though partial recovery may be affected in the future.

 

Loan grades for all commercial loans are established at the origination of the loan. Non-commercial loans are graded as a 4 at origination date as these loans are determined to be “pass graded” loans. These non-commercial loans may subsequently require a different risk grade if the credit department has evaluated the credit and determined it necessary to reclassify the loan. Loan grades are reviewed on a quarterly basis, or more frequently if necessary, by the credit department. Typically, an individual loan grade will not be changed from the prior period unless there is a specific indication of credit deterioration or improvement. Credit deterioration is evidenced by delinquency, direct communications with the borrower, or other borrower information that becomes public. Credit improvements are evidenced by known factors regarding the borrower or the collateral property.

 

The loan grades relate to the likelihood of losses in that the higher the grade, the greater the loss potential. Loans with a grade of 1 to 5 are believed to have some inherent losses in the portfolios, but to a lesser extent than the other loan grades. Acceptable or better risk (1 to 5) graded loans might have a zero percent loss based on historical experience and current market trends. The special mention or OAEM loan grade is transitory in that the Company is waiting on additional information to determine the likelihood and extent of the potential losses. However, the likelihood of loss is greater than Watch grade because there has been measurable credit deterioration. Loans with a substandard grade are generally loans the Company has individually analyzed for potential impairment. The Doubtful graded loans and the Loss graded loans are to a point that the Company is almost certain of the losses, and the unpaid principal balances are generally charged-off.

 

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Note 5 – Allowance for Loan Losses (continued)

 

The Company’s allowance for loan losses (“ALLL”) is established through charges to earnings in the form of a provision for loan losses. We increase our allowance for loan losses by provisions charged to operations and by recoveries of amounts previously charged off and we reduce our allowance by loans charged off. In evaluating the adequacy of the allowance, we consider the growth, composition and industry diversification of the portfolio, historical loan loss experience, current delinquency levels, trends in past dues and classified assets, adverse situations that may affect a borrower’s ability to repay, estimated value of any underlying collateral, prevailing economic conditions and other relevant factors derived from our history of operations. Management is continuing to closely monitor the value of real estate serving as collateral for our loans, especially lots and land under development, due to continued concern that the low level of real estate sales activity will continue to have a negative impact on the value of real estate collateral. In addition, depressed market conditions have adversely impacted, and may continue to adversely impact, the financial condition and liquidity position of certain of our borrowers. Additionally, the value of commercial real estate collateral may come under further pressure from weak economic conditions and prevailing unemployment levels. The methodology and assumptions used to determine the allowance are continually reviewed as to their appropriateness given the most recent losses realized and other factors that influence the estimation process. The model assumptions and resulting allowance level are adjusted accordingly as these factors change. The Company incorporates certain refinements and improvements to its allowance for loan losses methodology from time to time.

 

The ALLL consists of two major components: specific valuation allowances and a general valuation allowance. The Bank’s format for the calculation of ALLL begins with the evaluation of individual loans considered impaired. For the purpose of evaluating loans for impairment, loans are considered impaired when it is considered probable that all amounts due under the contractual terms of the loan will not be collected when due (minor shortfalls in amount or timing excepted). The Bank has established policies and procedures for identifying loans that should be considered for impairment. Loans are reviewed through multiple means such as delinquency management, credit risk reviews, watch and criticized loan monitoring meetings and general account management. Loans that are outside of the Bank’s established criteria for evaluation may be considered for impairment testing when management deems the risk sufficient to warrant this approach. For loans determined to be impaired, the specific allowance is based on the most appropriate of the three measurement methods: present value of expected future cash flows, fair value of collateral, or the observable market price of a loan method. While management uses the best information available to make evaluations, future adjustments to the allowance may be necessary if conditions differ substantially from the assumptions used in making the evaluations. Once a loan is considered individually impaired, it is not included in other troubled loan analysis, even if no specific allowance is considered necessary.

 

In addition to the evaluation of loans for impairment, the Company calculates loan loss exposure on the remaining loans (not evaluated for impairment) by applying the applicable historical loan loss experience of the loan portfolio to provide for probable losses in the loan portfolio through the general valuation allowance. These loss factors are based on an appropriate loss history for each major loan segment more heavily weighted for the most recent twelve months historical loss experience to reflect current market conditions. In addition, the Company assigns additional general allowance requirements utilizing qualitative risk factors related to economic and portfolio trends that are pertinent to the underlying risks in each major loan segment in estimating the general valuation allowance. This methodology allows the Company to focus on the relative risk and the pertinent factors for the major loan segments of the Company.

 

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Note 5 – Allowance for Loan Losses (continued)

 

The following is a summary of credit exposure segregated by credit risk profile by internally assigned grade by class at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

 

    Commercial Real Estate     Commercial and Industrial     Commercial Lines of Credit  
    June 30,     December 31,     June 30,     December 31,     June 30,     December 31,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011     2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Acceptable Risk or Better   $ 273,013     $ 261,287     $ 58,673     $ 57,563     $ 39,426     $ 37,883  
Special Mention     26,778       49,179       4,872       10,804       3,101       2,796  
Substandard     64,840       76,701       19,214       16,526       5,481       3,765  
Doubtful     8,108       108       57       428       -       130  
Total   $ 372,739     $ 387,275     $ 82,816     $ 85,321     $ 48,008     $ 44,574  

 

    Residential Construction     Home Equity Lines     Consumer  
    June 30,     December 31,     June 30,     December 31,     June 30,     December 31,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011     2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Acceptable Risk or Better   $ 70,963     $ 62,382     $ 85,625     $ 87,325     $ 122,763     $ 139,491  
Special Mention     8,106       11,212       1,251       2,362       13,698       13,147  
Substandard     25,858       28,351       5,024       5,449       21,975       20,481  
Total   $ 104,927     $ 101,945     $ 91,900     $ 95,136     $ 158,436     $ 173,119  

 

    Residential Lots     Raw Land  
    June 30,     December 31,     June 30,     December 31,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011  
          (Amounts in thousands)        
Acceptable Risk or Better   $ 9,478     $ 10,451     $ 11,790     $ 11,807  
Special Mention     3,655       5,612       200       976  
Substandard     26,474       29,101       3,168       4,705  
Total   $ 39,607     $ 45,164     $ 15,158     $ 17,488  

 

Note 6 – Borrowings

 

The following is a summary of our borrowings at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

 

    June 30,     December 31,  
    2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Short-term borrowings                
FHLB advances   $ 35,000     $ 5,000  
Repurchase agreements     24,268       28,629  
    $ 59,268     $ 33,629  
                 
Long-term borrowings                
FHLB advances   $ 41,549     $ 71,637  
Term repurchase agreements     60,000       60,000  
Jr. subordinated debentures     45,877       45,877  
    $ 147,426     $ 177,514  

 

See Note 8 for discussion on deferral of interest payments on subordinated debentures.

 

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Note 7 – Non-Interest Income and Other Non-Interest Expense

 

The major components of other non-interest income are as follows:

 

    Three Months Ended     Six Months Ended  
    June 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Increase in cash surrender value of life insurance   $ 257     $ 276     $ 511     $ 542  
Gain (loss) and net cash settlement on economic hedges     178       181       263       (424 )
Other     256       238       519       475  
    $ 691     $ 695     $ 1,293     $ 593  

 

The major components of other non-interest expense are as follows:

 

    Three Months Ended     Six Months Ended  
    June 30,     June 30,  
    2012     2011     2012     2011  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Postage, printing and office supplies   $ 129     $ 178     $ 294     $ 349  
Telephone and communication     206       215       422       463  
Advertising and promotion     229       378       457       609  
Data processing and other outsourced services     204       189       461       360  
Professional services     508       962       950       1,795  
Debit card expense     218       243       471       459  
(Gain) loss on sales of foreclosed assets     (185 )     (210 )     (258 )     (490 )
Other     1,092       1,304       2,364       2,655  
    $ 2,401     $ 3,259     $ 5,161     $ 6,200  

 

Note 8 – Regulatory Matters

 

Regulatory Actions and Management’s Compliance Efforts

 

On February 25, 2011, the Bank entered into a Consent Order with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) and the North Carolina Commission of Banks (“NCCOB”). Under the terms of the Consent Order among other things, the Bank has agreed to:

 

· Strengthen Board oversight of the management and operations of the Bank;
· Comply with minimum capital requirements of 8% Tier 1 leverage capital and 11% total risk-based capital;
· Formulate and implement a plan to reduce the Bank’s risk exposure in assets classified “Substandard or Doubtful” in the FDIC’s most recent report of examination by 15% in 180 days, 35% in 360 days, 60% in 540 days and 75% in 720 days;
· Within 90 days, implement effective lending and collection policies;
· Not pay cash dividends without the prior written approval of the FDIC and the Commissioner; and
· Neither renew, rollover or accept any brokered deposits without obtaining a waiver from the FDIC.

 

On June 23, 2011, the Company entered into a Written Agreement with the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond under which the Company agreed to, among other things:

 

· Not, directly or indirectly, do the following without the prior approval of the Federal Reserve:
¾ Declare or pay dividends on its, common or preferred stock;
¾ Make any distributions of interest or principal on trust preferred securities;
¾ Incur, increase or guarantee any debt; and
¾ Purchase or redeem any shares of its stock.
· Formulate and implement a written plan to maintain sufficient capital at the Company on a consolidated basis.

 

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Note 8 – Regulatory Matters (continued)

 

As previously reported, the Company suspended the payment of quarterly cash dividends on the preferred stock issued to the US Treasury and the Company elected to defer the payment of quarterly scheduled interest payments on both issues of junior subordinated debentures, relating to its outstanding trust preferred securities. The Company continues to account for the obligation for the preferred dividend to the US Treasury and the interest due on the subordinated debentures. Although the Company has suspended the declaration and payment of preferred stock dividends at the present time, net income (loss) available to common shareholders reflects the dividends as if declared because of their cumulative nature. As of June 30, 2012, the cumulative amount of dividends owed to the US Treasury and the cumulative amount of interest due on the subordinated debentures were $3.9 million and $4.3 million, respectively.

 

The Bank has already undertaken the following actions, among others, to comply with the Consent Order:

 

· The Bank has exceeded all minimum capital requirements of the Consent Order.
· As of June 30, 2012, the Bank reduced its risk exposure to adversely classified assets identified in the Bank’s June 30, 2010 Report of Examination by an amount (60%) exceeding its scheduled reduction of 35% by February 2012 and meeting, in advance, its August 2012 scheduled reduction of 60%.

 

The process of responding to the provisions of the Consent Order is well underway. To date, management believes that the Company’s compliance efforts have been satisfactory and within the scheduled time frames. Compliance efforts remain ongoing.

 

The Consent Order, as set forth above, requires the Bank to achieve and maintain minimum capital requirements of 8% Tier 1 (leverage) capital and total risk-based capital of 11%. As shown in the table below, the Bank had regulatory capital in excess of the Consent Order requirements as of June 30, 2012.

 

The minimum capital requirements to be characterized as “well capitalized”, as defined by regulatory guidelines, the capital requirements pursuant to the Consent Order and the Bank’s actual capital ratios were as follows for June 30, 2012: 

 

          Minimum Regulatory Requirement  
          "Well     Pursuant to  
Captial ratios   Bank     Capitalized"     Consent Order  
Total risk-based     14.62 %     10 %     11 %
Tier 1 risk-based     13.36 %     6 %     N/A  
Tier 1 leverage     9.66 %     5 %     8 %

 

If the Bank fails to comply with the minimum capital levels in the Consent Order, the Bank may be subject to further restrictions, the extent of which is dependent upon the magnitude of noncompliance. A bank may be prohibited from engaging in a new line of business, acquiring any interest in any company or insured depository institution, or opening or acquiring a new branch office, except under certain circumstances, including the acceptance by the FDIC of a capital restoration plan for the bank. Therefore, failure to maintain adequate capital could have a material adverse effect on operations.

 

Failure by the Bank to comply with the requirements set forth in the Consent Order may result in further adverse regulatory actions, sanctions, and restrictions on the Bank’s activities, which could have a material adverse effect on the business, future prospects, financial condition or results of operations of the Bank and the Company.

 

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Note 8 – Regulatory Matters (continued)

 

As a bank holding company subject to regulation by the Federal Reserve, the Company must comply with regulatory capital ratios. Under the June 23, 2011 Written Agreement, there were no minimum regulatory ratios imposed by the Federal Reserve. In the written capital plan submitted to the Federal Reserve in June 2011, the Company set the regulatory well capitalized minimum requirements as its capital targets. As of June 30, 2012, the Company’s capital exceeded the minimum requirements for a “well capitalized” bank holding company. Information regarding the Company’s capital at June 30, 2012 is set forth below:

 

                Minimum  
    Actual     "Well Capitalized"  
Captial ratios   Amount     Ratio     Requirements  
Total risk-based   $ 157,815       14.87 %     10 %
Tier 1 risk-based     131,387       12.38 %     6 %
Tier 1 leverage     131,387       8.95 %     5 %

 

Note 9 – Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock

 

Under the United States Treasury’s Capital Purchase Program (CPP), the Company issued $42.75 million to the United States Treasury in Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A, on December 5, 2008. In addition, the Company provided warrants to the Treasury to purchase 1,623,418 shares of the Company’s common stock at an exercise price of $3.95 per share. These warrants are immediately exercisable and expire ten years from the date of issuance. The preferred stock is non-voting, other than having class voting rights on certain matters, and pays cumulative dividends quarterly at a rate of 5% per annum for the first five years and 9% per annum thereafter. The preferred shares are redeemable at the option of the Company subject to regulatory approval.

 

In February 2011, the Company suspended the payment of quarterly cash dividends to the US Treasury on this preferred stock. Although the Company has suspended the declaration and payment of preferred stock dividends at the present time, net income (loss) available to common shareholders reflects the dividends as if declared because of their cumulative nature. As of June 30, 2012, the total amount of cumulative dividends and interest owed to the US Treasury was $3.9 million. The Company has now deferred six quarterly payments. If the Company defers more than six quarterly payments to the US Treasury, then the US Treasury will have the right to elect two new board members. Directors elected by the US Treasury may not have the same interests as other shareholders and may desire the Company to take certain actions not supported by other shareholders. There can be no assurances that directors elected to represent the US Treasury would be supportive of our management’s business plans or the interests of other shareholders. Therefore, the election of directors to represent the US Treasury could have a material adverse effect on our business or the direction of its future prospects. As a part of the merger with Capital Bank, it is expected that the Treasury’s investment in the Company’s preferred stock will be redeemed.

 

As a condition of the CPP, the Company must obtain consent from the United States Department of the Treasury to repurchase its common stock or to increase its cash dividend on its common stock from the September 30, 2008 quarterly level of $0.04 per common share. Furthermore, the Company has agreed to certain restrictions on executive compensation. Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, the Company is limited to using restricted stock as the form of payment to the top five highest compensated executives under any incentive compensation programs.

 

Note 10 - Derivatives

 

Derivative Financial Instruments

 

The Company utilizes stand-alone derivative financial instruments, primarily in the form of interest rate swap and option agreements, in its asset/liability management program. These transactions involve both credit and market risk. The Company uses derivative instruments to mitigate exposure to adverse changes in fair value or cash flows of certain assets and liabilities. Derivative instruments designated in a hedge relationship to mitigate exposure to changes in the fair value of an asset, liability, or firm commitment attributable to a particular risk, such as interest rate risk, are considered fair value hedges. Derivative instruments designated in a hedge relationship to mitigate exposure to variability in expected future cash flows, or other types of forecasted transactions, are considered cash flow hedges.

 

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Note 10 – Derivatives (continued)

 

Fair value hedges are accounted for by recording the fair value of the derivative instrument and the fair value related to the risk being hedged of the hedged asset or liability on the balance sheet with corresponding offsets recorded in the income statement. The adjustment to the hedged asset or liability is included in the basis of the hedged item, while the fair value of the derivative is recorded as a freestanding asset or liability. Actual cash receipts or payments and related amounts accrued during the period on derivatives included in a fair value hedge relationship are recorded as adjustments to the income or expense on the hedged asset or liability. Cash flow hedges are accounted for by recording the fair value of the derivative instrument on the balance sheet as either a freestanding asset or liability, with a corresponding offset recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income within stockholders’ equity, net of tax. Amounts are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income to the income statement in the period or periods the hedged transaction affects earnings. Under both the fair value and cash flow hedge methods, derivative gains and losses not effective in hedging the change in fair value or expected cash flows of the hedged item are recognized immediately in the income statement.

 

The Company does not enter into derivative financial instruments for speculative or trading purposes. For derivatives that are economic hedges, but are not designated as hedging instruments or otherwise do not qualify for hedge accounting treatment, all changes in fair value are recognized in non-interest income during the period of change. The net cash settlement on these derivatives is included in non-interest income.

 

The Company is exposed to credit-related losses in the event of nonperformance by the counterparties to these agreements. The Company controls the credit risk of its financial contracts through credit approvals, limits and monitoring procedures and agreements that specify collateral levels to be maintained by the Company and the counterparties. These collateral levels are based on the credit rating of the counterparties and the value of the derivatives.

 

The Company currently has ten derivative instrument contracts consisting of one interest rate cap, seven interest rate swaps and two foreign exchange contracts. The primary objective for each of these contracts is to minimize risk, interest rate risk being the primary risk for the interest rate cap and swaps while foreign exchange risk is the primary risk for the foreign exchange contracts. The Company’s strategy is to use derivative contracts to stabilize and improve net interest margin and net interest income currently and in future periods. In order to acquire low cost, long term funding without incurring currency risk, the Company entered into the foreign exchange contract to convert foreign currency denominated certificates of deposit into long term dollar denominated time deposits. The interest rate on the underlying certificates of deposit with an original notional value/amount of $10.0 million is based on a proprietary index (Barclays Intelligent Carry Index USD ER) managed by the counterparty (Barclays Bank). The currency swap is also based on this proprietary index.

 

The fair value of the Company’s derivative assets and liabilities and their related notional amounts is summarized below.

 

    June 30, 2012     December 31, 2011  
    Fair Value     Notional
Amount
    Fair Value     Notional
Amount
 
    (Amounts in thousands)  
Fair value hedges                                
                                 
Interest rate swaps associated with deposit  activities: Certificate of Deposit contracts   $ 420     $ 40,000     $ 436     $ 65,000  
                                 
Currency Exchange contracts     (344 )     10,000       (457 )     10,000  
                                 
Trust Preferred contracts      (72 )     10,000       (202 )     10,000  
                                 
Cash flow hedges                                
                                 
Interest rate swaps associated with borrowing activities: Loan contracts     (895 )     35,000       -       -  
                                 
Interest rate cap contracts     1       12,500       9       12,500  
    $ (890 )   $ 107,500     $ (214 )   $ 97,500  

 

See Note 11 for additional information on fair values of net derivatives.

 

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Note 10 – Derivatives (continued)

 

The following table further breaks down the derivative positions of the Company:

  

  As of June 30, 2012  
  Asset Derivatives      Liability Derivatives  
  Balance Sheet          Balance Sheet        
  Location     Fair Value     Location     Fair Value  
  (Amounts in thousands)  
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments                        
Interest rate cap contracts     Other Assets     $ 1              
Interest rate swap contracts     Other Assets       420       Other Liabilities     $ 967  
                         
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments                        
Interest rate swap contracts           -       Other Liabilities       344  
Total derivatives         $ 421           $ 1,311  
Net Derivative Asset (Liability)                     $ (890 )

 

  As of December 31, 2011  
  Asset Derivatives      Liability Derivatives  
  Balance Sheet         Balance Sheet      
  Location     Fair Value     Location     Fair Value  
  (Amounts in thousands)  
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments                        
Interest rate cap contracts     Other Assets     $ 9              
Interest rate swap contracts     Other Assets       436       Other Liabilities     $ 202  
                         
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments                        
Interest rate swap contracts           -       Other Liabilities       457  
Total derivatives         $ 445           $ 659  
Net Derivative Asset (Liability)                     $ (214 )

 

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Note 10 – Derivatives (continued)

 

The tables below illustrate the effective portion of the gains (losses) recognized in other comprehensive income and the gains (losses) reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into earnings.

 

For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2012  
           
      Location of Gain or     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  Amount of Gain or (Loss)     (Loss) Reclassified from     Reclassified from  
  Recognized in OCI on     Accumulated OCI     Accumulated OCI into  
Cash Flow Hedging   Derivative (Effective     into Income     Income (Effective  
Relationships   Portion)     (Effective Portion)     Portion)  
         (Amounts in thousands)        
           
Interest rate contracts   $ (850 )     Interest Expense     $ -  
                 
                         

 

For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2012  
           
      Location of Gain or      Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  Amount of Gain or (Loss)     (Loss) Reclassified from     Reclassified from  
  Recognized in OCI on     Accumulated OCI     Accumulated OCI into  
Cash Flow Hedging   Derivative (Effective     into Income     Income (Effective  
Relationships   Portion)     (Effective Portion)     Portion)  
         (Amounts in thousands)        
           
Interest rate contracts   $ (903 )     Interest Expense     $ -  
                 

 

For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2011  
           
      Location of Gain or     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  Amount of Gain or (Loss)     (Loss) Reclassified from     Reclassified from  
  Recognized in OCI on     Accumulated OCI     Accumulated OCI into  
Cash Flow Hedging   Derivative (Effective     into Income     Income (Effective  
Relationships   Portion)     (Effective Portion)     Portion)  
         (Amounts in thousands)        
           
Interest rate contracts   $ (62 )     Interest Expense     $ -  
                 
    Ineffective Portion             Ineffective Portion  
  $ 42           $ (75 )

 

For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2011  
           
      Location of Gain or     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  Amount of Gain or (Loss)     (Loss) Reclassified from     Reclassified from  
  Recognized in OCI on     Accumulated OCI     Accumulated OCI into  
Cash Flow Hedging   Derivative (Effective     into Income     Income (Effective  
Relationships   Portion)     (Effective Portion)     Portion)  
         (Amounts in thousands)        
           
Interest rate contracts   $ (150 )     Interest Expense     $ -  
                 
    Ineffective Portion             Ineffective Portion  
  $ 104           $ 534

 

 

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Note 10 – Derivatives (continued)

 

Prior to 2011, no gain or loss has been recognized in the income statement due to any ineffective portion of any cash flow hedging relationship. During the first quarter of 2011, the Company recorded a $384 thousand mark to market loss in the income statement on an interest rate swap relating to trust preferred securities. The Company recorded a $70 thousand gain on this swap into non-interest income during the three months ended June 30, 2012. The payment of interest on the trust preferred securities was suspended in February 2011 which resulted in the swap changing its status from effective to ineffective. The change to an ineffective status disqualified the instrument from hedge accounting and required mark to market adjustments to be included in the income statement instead of other comprehensive income as previously recorded.

 

The tables below show the location and amount of gains (losses) recognized in earnings for fair value hedges, the ineffective portion of cash flow hedges and other economic hedges.

 

For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2012  
       
  Location of Gain or     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  (Loss) Recognized in     Recognized in Income on  
Description   Income on Derivative     Derivative  
       (Amounts in thousands)  
Interest rate contracts - Not designated as hedging instruments     Other Income (Expense)     $ 178  
           
Interest rate contracts - Fair value hedging relationships     Interest Income/(Expense)     $ 272  

 

For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2012  
       
  Location of Gain or     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  (Loss) Recognized in     Recognized in Income on  
Description   Income on Derivative     Derivative  
      (Amounts in thousands)  
Interest rate contracts - Not designated as hedging instruments     Other Income (Expense)     $ 263  
           
Interest rate contracts - Fair value hedging relationships     Interest Income/(Expense)     $ 598  

 

For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2011  
         
  Location of Gain or     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  (Loss) Recognized in     Recognized in Income on  
Description   Income on Derivative     Derivative  
      (Amounts in thousands)  
Interest rate contracts - Not designated as hedging instruments     Other Income (Expense)     $ 181  
           
Interest rate contracts - Fair value hedging relationships     Interest Income/(Expense)     $ 465  

 

For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2011  
       
  Location of Gain or     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
  (Loss) Recognized in     Recognized in Income on  
Description   Income on Derivative     Derivative  
      (Amounts in thousands)  
Interest rate contracts - Not designated as hedging instruments     Other Income (Expense)     $ (424 )
           
Interest rate contracts - Fair value hedging relationships     Interest Income/(Expense)     $ 993  

 

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Note 10 – Derivatives (continued)

 

The interest rate swap with borrowing activities on trust preferred securities has a maturity date of September 6, 2012. The maturity date for the interest rate cap contract is February 18, 2014. The currency exchange contracts have maturity dates of November 29, 2013 and December 30, 2013. The interest rate swaps on certificates of deposit have maturity dates of September 30, 2030, October 12, 2040 and December 17, 2040. All of these swaps have the ability to be called by the counterparty prior to their maturity date. One interest rate swap on certificates of deposit has passed its call date (September 30, 2011) and is now callable quarterly. Two others have original call dates of October 14, 2014 and November 28, 2014. On April 28, 2012 and May 29, 2012, interest rate swaps on certificates of deposit with notional amounts totaling $25.0 million were called by the counterparty. The related certificates of deposit were also called.

 

Certain derivative liabilities were collateralized by securities, which are held by the counterparty or in safekeeping by third parties. The fair value of these securities was $2.4 million and $7.3 million at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively. Collateral calls can be required at any time that the market value exposure of the contracts is less than the collateral pledged. The degree of overcollateralization is dependent on the derivative contracts to which the Company is a party.

 

As part of our banking activities, the Company originates certain residential loans and commits these loans for sale. The commitments to originate residential loans and the sales commitments are freestanding derivative instruments and are generally funded within 90 days. The fair value of these commitments was not significant at June 30, 2012.

 

In January 2012, the Company entered into $35.0 million notional forward starting interest rate swaps. The purpose of these swaps is to lock in currently low fixed rate funding costs for intermediate term FHLB advances maturing from July 2012 through November 2013. The maturity dates for these three contracts are July 16, 2017, January 3, 2018, and January 11, 2018. The first of the three FHLB loans was not renewed in July 2012 as scheduled due to higher than anticipated liquidity levels and as part of merger strategy. The result of not renewing the advance is a free standing derivative that will be adjusted to market value through the income statement beginning in the third quarter. The valuation of the derivative at the most recent month end was a loss of $118 thousand. The valuation of the instrument will change at each subsequent reporting period based on several factors, most notably changes in interest rates.

 

Note 11 - Disclosures About Fair Values of Financial Instruments

 

Financial instruments include cash and due from banks, federal funds sold, investment securities, loans, bank-owned life insurance, deposit accounts and other borrowings, accrued interest and derivatives. Fair value estimates are made at a specific moment in time, based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These estimates do not reflect any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time the Company’s entire holdings of a particular financial instrument. Because no active market readily exists for a portion of the Company’s financial instruments, fair value estimates are based on judgments regarding future expected loss experience, current economic conditions, risk characteristics of various financial instruments and other factors. These estimates are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of significant judgment and, therefore, cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates.

 

The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of each class of financial instruments for which it is practicable to estimate that value:

 

Cash and due from banks, federal funds sold and overnight deposits

 

The carrying amounts for cash and due from banks, federal funds sold and overnight deposits approximate fair value because of the short maturities of those instruments.

 

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Note 11 - Disclosures About Fair Values of Financial Instruments (continued)

 

Investment securities

 

Fair value for investment securities equals quoted market price if such information is available. If a quoted market price is not available, fair value is estimated using quoted market prices for similar securities. The Company utilizes a third party pricing service to provide valuations on its securities portfolio. Most of these securities are US government agency debt obligations and agency mortgage-backed securities traded in active markets. The third party valuations are determined based on the characteristics of each security (such as maturity, duration, rating, etc.) and in reference to similar or comparable securities. Due to the nature and methodology of these valuations, the Company considers these fair value measures as Level 2.

 

Loans

 

The fair value of commercial and other types of loans 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. For these loans, internal credit risk methodologies are used to adjust values for expected losses. For certain homogeneous categories of loans, such as residential mortgages, fair value is estimated using the quoted market prices for securities backed by similar loans, adjusted for differences in loan characteristics. In addition for residential mortgage loans, internal prepayment risk assumptions are incorporated to adjust contractual cash flows.

 

Investment in bank-owned life insurance

 

The carrying value of bank-owned life insurance approximates fair value because this investment is carried at cash surrender value, as determined by the insurer. In assessing the fair value of the cash surrender value of this asset, we evaluate quantitative factors such as the level of death claims on the underlying policies and the impact of aging/actuarial factors.

 

Deposits

 

The fair value of demand deposits is the amount payable on demand at the reporting date. The fair value of time deposits is estimated based on discounting expected cash flows using the rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.

 

Borrowings

 

As it relates to the Company’s subordinated debentures, a portion of this debt is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker “SCMFO”. The remaining fair values on the subordinated debentures are calculated by reference to the market price of the publicly traded comparable trust preferred securities as an indication of the Company’s credit risk. The remaining fair values of the FHLB advances and repurchase agreements are based on discounting expected cash flows at the current interest rate for debt with the same or similar remaining maturities and collateral requirements.

 

Accrued interest

 

The carrying amounts of accrued interest receivable and payable approximate fair value.

 

Derivative financial instruments

 

Interest rate swaps and the interest rate option are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Fair value measurement is based on discounted cash flow models run by a third-party on a monthly basis. All future floating cash flows are projected and both floating and fixed cash flows are discounted to the valuation date using interest rates appropriate for the term structure of the financial instrument hedged and for the counterparty involved. The Company classifies interest rate swaps as Level 2 except for the foreign exchange contracts.

 

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Note 11 - Disclosures About Fair Values of Financial Instruments (continued)

 

The carrying amounts and estimated fair values of the Company’s financial instruments, none of which are held for trading purposes, are as follows at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

 

 

    June 30, 2012  
    Carrying     Estimated fair value  
    amount     Level 1     Level 2     Level 3  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                         
Financial assets:                                
Cash and due from banks   $ 25,144     $ 25,144     $ -     $ -  
Federal funds sold and overnight deposits     101,784       101,784       -       -  
Investment securities available for sale     261,944       -       261,944       -  
Investment securities held to maturity     51,009       -       53,058       -  
                                 
Loans held for sale and loans, net of allowance     894,669       -       -       875,980  
                                 
Investment in life insurance     31,430       -       -       31,430  
Accrued interest receivable     5,081       -       -       5,081  
                                 
Financial liabilities:                                
Deposits     1,126,701       -       -       1,130,200  
Short-term borrowings     59,268       -       -       61,319  
Long-term borrowings     147,426       35,880       9,500       110,836  
Accrued interest payable     6,125       -       -       6,125  
                                 
On-balance sheet derivative financial instruments:                                
Interest rate swaps     (890 )     -       (546 )     (344 )
Interest rate option     1       -       1       -  

 

    December 31, 2011  
    Carrying     Estimated fair value  
    amount     Level 1     Level 2     Level 3  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                         
Financial assets:                                
Cash and due from banks   $ 23,356     $ 23,356     $ -     $ -  
Federal funds sold and overnight deposits     23,198       23,198       -       -  
Investment securities available for sale     362,298       -       362,298       -  
Investment securities held to maturity     44,403       -       45,514       -  
                                 
Loans held for sale and loans, net of allowance     930,316       -       -       867,438  
                                 
Investment in life insurance     30,919       -       -       30,919  
Accrued interest receivable     5,843       -       -       5,843  
                                 
Financial liabilities:                                
Deposits     1,183,172       -       -       1,177,073  
Short-term borrowings     33,629       -       -       35,334  
Long-term borrowings     177,514       14,352       4,160       143,376  
Accrued interest payable     5,219       -       -       5,219  
                                 
On-balance sheet derivative financial instruments:                                
Interest rate swaps     (223 )     -       234       (457 )
Interest rate option     9       -       9       -  

 

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Note 12 – Fair Values of Assets and Liabilities

 

Accounting standards establish a framework for measuring fair value according to GAAP and expands disclosures about fair value measurements. Under these standards, there is a three level fair value hierarchy that is fully described below. The Company reports fair value on a recurring basis for certain financial instruments, most notably for available for sale investment securities and certain derivative instruments. The Company may be required, from time to time, to measure certain assets at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. These include assets that are measured at the lower of cost or market that were recognized at fair value which was below cost at the end of the period. Assets subject to nonrecurring use of fair value measurements could include loans held for sale, impaired loans and foreclosed assets. At June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company had certain impaired loans and foreclosed assets that are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis.

 

The Company groups financial assets and financial liabilities measured at fair value in three levels, based on the markets in which the assets and liabilities are traded and the reliability of the assumptions used to determine fair value. These levels are:

 

· Level 1 – Valuations for assets and liabilities traded in active exchange markets, such as the New York Stock Exchange. Valuations are obtained from readily available pricing sources for market transactions involving identical assets or liabilities. There were no investments held with level 1 valuations.

 

· Level 2 – Valuations for assets and liabilities traded in less active dealer or broker markets. Level 2 securities include asset-backed securities issued by government sponsored entities, municipal bonds and corporate debt securities. Valuations are obtained from third party services for similar or comparable assets or liabilities.

 

· Level 3 – Valuations for assets and liabilities that are derived from other valuation methodologies, including option pricing models, discounted cash flow models and similar techniques, and not based on market exchange, dealer, or brokered traded transactions. Level 3 valuations incorporate certain assumptions and projections in determining the fair value assigned to such assets or liabilities.

 

There were no transfers between any of the levels during second quarter 2012. The table below presents the balances of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis.

 

 

    June 30, 2012  
    Total     Level 1     Level 2     Level 3  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                         
Securities available for sale:                                
US Government agencies   $ 19,715     $ -     $ 19,715     $ -  
Asset-backed securities     207,145       -       207,145       -  
Municipals     27,786       -       27,786       -  
Trust preferred securities     2,555       -       2,555       -  
Common stocks and mutual funds     3,744       -       3,744       -  
Other     999       -       999       -  
Derivatives                                
Interest rate swaps     (890 )     -       (546 )     (344 )

 

    December 31, 2011  
    Total     Level 1     Level 2     Level 3  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                         
Securities available for sale:                                
US government agencies   $ 34,729     $ -     $ 34,729     $ -  
Asset-backed securities     291,368       -       291,368       -  
Municipals     29,220       -       29,220       -  
Trust preferred securities     2,321       -       2,321       -  
Corporate bonds     3,659       -       3,659       -  
Other     1,001       -       1,001       -  
Derivatives                                
Interest rate swaps     (214 )     -       243       (457 )

 

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Note 12 – Fair Values of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

Quantitative Information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurements

 

                      Range  
    Fair Value at       Valuation       Unobservable       (Weighted  
    June 30, 2012       Technique       Input       Average)  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                       
Recurring measurements:                          
Interest rate swaps     (344 )       Discounted cash flow       Discount rate       .5 - 3.75%  
                       
Nonrecurring measurements:                        
Impaired loans     15,857       Discounted appraisals       Appraisal Discounts       15 - 50%  
Other real estate owned     19,873       Discounted appraisals       Appraisal Discounts       10% - 90%  

 

The unobservable input used in the fair value measurement of the Company’s interest rate swap agreements is the discount rate. A significant change in the discount rate could result in a significantly different fair value measurement. The discount rate is determined by a third-party valuation provider by obtaining publicly available third party quotes. The only level three derivatives held by the Company are two foreign exchange contracts. The Company entered into the foreign exchange contract to convert foreign currency denominated certificates of deposit into long term dollar denominated time deposits. The interest rate on the underlying certificates of deposit with an original notional value/amount of $10.0 million is based on a proprietary index (Barclays Intelligent Carry Index USD ER) managed by the counterparty (Barclays Bank). The currency swap is also based on this proprietary index. The Company’s asset liability management team periodically reviews the discount rates utilized in determining the fair value of the interest rate swap agreements.

 

The table below presents a reconciliation for the second quarter of 2012, for all Level 3 assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis.

 

    Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
    Net Derivatives  
Beginning Balance April 1, 2012   $ (458 )
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses:        
Included in earnings     114  
Included in other comprehensive income     -  
Purchases     -  
Issuances     -  
Settlements     -  
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3     -  
Ending Balance   $ (344 )

 

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Note 12 – Fair Values of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

The table below presents a reconciliation for the six months ended 2012, for all Level 3 assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis.

 

    Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
    Net Derivatives  
Beginning Balance January 1, 2012   $ (457 )
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses:        
Included in earnings     113  
Included in other comprehensive income     -  
Purchases     -  
Issuances     -  
Settlements     -  
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3     -  
Ending Balance   $ (344 )

 

The Company utilizes a third party pricing service to provide valuations on its securities portfolio. Despite most of these securities being US government agency debt obligations, agency mortgage-backed securities and municipal securities traded in active markets, third party valuations are determined based on the characteristics of a security (such as maturity, duration, rating, etc.) and in reference to similar or comparable securities. Due to the nature and methodology of these valuations, the Company considers these fair value measurements as level 2. No securities were transferred between level 1 and level 2 for the quarter ended June 30, 2012.

 

The table below presents a reconciliation for the second quarter of 2011, for all Level 3 assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis.

 

    Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
    Securities        
    Available for Sale     Net Derivatives  
Beginning Balance April 1, 2011   $ -     $ (1,085 )
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses:                
Included in earnings     -       516  
Included in other comprehensive income     -       -  
Purchases, issuances and settlements     -       -  
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3     -       -  
Ending Balance   $ -     $ (569 )

 

The table below presents a reconciliation for the six months ended 2011, for all Level 3 assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis.

 

    Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
    Securities        
    Available for Sale     Net Derivatives  
Beginning Balance January 1, 2011   $ 3,003     $ (679 )
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses:                
Included in earnings     537       110  
Included in other comprehensive income     -       -  
Purchases, issuances and settlements     (3,540 )     -  
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3     -       -  
Ending Balance   $ -     $ (569 )

 

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Note 12 – Fair Values of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

 

The fair value reporting standards allows an entity to make an irrevocable election to measure certain financial instruments at fair value. The changes in fair value from one reporting period to the next period must be reported in the income statement with additional disclosures to identify the effect on net income. The Company continued to account for securities available for sale at fair value as reported in prior years. Derivative activity is also reported at fair value. Securities available for sale and derivative activity are reported on a recurring basis. Upon adoption of the fair value reporting standard, no additional financial assets or liabilities were reported at fair value and there was no material effect on earnings.

 

The Company records loans in the ordinary course of business and does not record loans at fair value on a recurring basis. Loans are considered impaired when it is determined to be probable that all amounts due under the contractual terms of the loan will not be collected when due. Loans considered individually impaired are evaluated and a specific allowance is established if required based on the most appropriate of the three measurement methods: present value of expected future cash flows, fair value of collateral, or the observable market price of a loan method. A specific allowance is required if the fair value of the expected repayments or the fair value of the collateral is less than the recorded investment in the loan. At June 30, 2012, loans with a book value of $74.8 million were evaluated for impairment. Of this total, $17.7 million required a specific allowance totaling $1.7 million for a net fair value of $15.8 million. The methods used to determine the fair value of these loans were considered level 3. At June 30, 2012, the majority of impaired loans were evaluated based on the fair value of the collateral. The Company records impaired loans as nonrecurring level 3. There have been no changes in valuation techniques for the quarter ended June 30, 2012. Valuation techniques are consistent with techniques used in prior periods.

 

Assets acquired through, or in lieu of, foreclosure are held for sale and are initially recorded at fair value less estimated cost to sell on the date of foreclosure. Subsequent to foreclosure, valuations are periodically performed by management or outside appraisers and the assets are carried at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less estimated cost to sell. These valuations generally are based on market comparable sales data for similar type of properties. The range of discounts in these valuations is specific to the nature, type, location, condition and market demand for each property. The methods used to determine the fair value of these foreclosed assets were considered level 3.

 

The table below presents the balances of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis.

 

    June 30, 2012  
    Total     Level 1     Level 2     Level 3  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                         
Impaired loans   $ 15,857     $ -     $ -     $ 15,857  
                                 
Foreclosed assets     19,873       -       -       19,873  

 

    December 31, 2011  
    Total     Level 1     Level 2     Level 3  
    (Amounts in thousands)  
                         
Impaired loans   $ 21,388     $ -     $ -     $ 21,388  
                                 
Foreclosed assets     19,812       -       -       19,812  

 

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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

 

Market risk reflects the risk of economic loss resulting from adverse changes in market prices and interest rates. This risk of loss can be reflected in diminished current market values and/or reduced potential net interest income in future periods.

 

The Company’s market risk arises primarily from interest rate risk inherent in its lending, deposit-taking and borrowing activities. The structure of the Company’s loan and liability portfolios is such that a significant decline in interest rates may adversely impact net market values and net interest income. The Company does not maintain a trading account nor is the Company subject to currency exchange risk or commodity price risk.

 

In reviewing the needs of our Bank with regard to proper management of its asset/liability program, we estimate future needs, taking into consideration investment portfolio purchases, calls and maturities in addition to estimated loan and deposit increases (due to increased demand through marketing) and forecasted interest rate changes. We use a number of measures to monitor and manage interest rate risk, including net interest income simulations and gap analyses. A net interest income simulation model is the primary tool used to assess the direction and magnitude of changes in net interest income resulting from changes in interest rates. Key assumptions in the model include prepayment speeds on mortgage-related assets, cash flows and maturities of other investment securities, loan and deposit volumes and pricing. These assumptions are inherently uncertain and, as a result, the model cannot precisely estimate net interest income or precisely predict the impact of higher or lower interest rates on net interest income. Actual results will differ from simulated results due to timing, magnitude and frequency of interest rate changes and changes in market conditions and management strategies, among other factors. The results of the most recent analysis indicated that the Company is relatively interest rate neutral. Given the current level of market interest rates, it is not meaningful to use an assumed decrease in interest rates of more than 1%. If interest rates decreased instantaneously by one percentage point, our net interest income over a one-year time frame could decrease by approximately 7.6%. If interest rates increased instantaneously by two percentage points, our net interest income over a one-year time frame could increase by approximately 10.6%.

 

Item 4. Controls and Procedures

 

The Company conducted an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures as of June 30, 2012. The Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the rules and forms of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

 

Based upon that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2012 at the reasonable assurance level. However, the Company believes that a system of internal controls, no matter how well designed and operated, cannot provide absolute assurance that the objectives of the controls system are met and no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within a company have been detected.

 

During the six months ended June 30, 2012, the Company completed a number of measures to strengthen its credit risk management, including enhancements to credit underwriting and credit approval, more comprehensive procedures to identify and evaluate troubled debt restructurings and a strengthening of the staffing and Board oversight for the Bank’s internal loan review function. As a part of the changes in these processes, there were improvements in the related system of internal controls that enhanced the effectiveness of the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting. The Company reviews its disclosure controls and procedures, which may include its internal control over financial reporting, on an ongoing basis, and may from time to time make changes to ensure that the Company’s systems evolve with its business.

 

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Part II. OTHER INFORMATION

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors

 

An investment in our common stock involves risk. Shareholders should carefully consider the risks described below in conjunction with the other information in this Form 10-Q and information incorporated by reference in this Form 10-Q, including our consolidated financial statements and related notes. If any of the following risks or other risks which have not been identified or which we may believe are immaterial or unlikely, actually occur, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be harmed. This could cause the price of our stock to decline and shareholders could lose part or all of their investment. This Form 10-Q contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including statements about our future plans, objectives, intentions and expectations. Many factors, including those described below, could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in our forward-looking statements.

 

Risks Related to Holding Southern Community Common Stock

 

Failure to consummate the acquisition transaction with Capital Bank Financial Corp.

 

While we intend and expect to meet all of the conditions required to consummate the transaction with Capital Bank Financial Corp., there are certain closing conditions which are beyond our control whose occurrence, or failure, could result in the transaction being terminated. These factors include the failure of Capital Bank Financial Corp. to obtain regulatory approval or the consideration by our Board of a competing offer. Under certain circumstances, the consideration of a competing offer could result in the Company paying significant termination fees and expenses as disclosed in Note 2 to the financial statements. If the transaction with Capital Bank Financial Corp. fails to be consummated, the Company could be obligated to pay additional expenses for the transaction (which could be material and have not yet been expensed). We could also experience material operational disruptions, including a loss of key employees and/or key customer relationships. Failure of the transaction to be consummated could have a material adverse effect on our business, future prospects, financial condition or results of operations and shareholders might not be able to realize a similar value for their shares for some time.

 

Item 6. Exhibits

 

(a) Exhibits.

 

Exhibit 31.1 Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)
   
Exhibit 31.2 Certification of the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)
   
Exhibit 32 Section 1350 Certification
   
Exhibit 101.INS XBRL Instance Document
   
Exhibit 101.SCH XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema
   
Exhibit 101.CAL XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase
   
Exhibit 101.DEF XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase
   
Exhibit 101.LAB XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase
   
Exhibit 101.PRE XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Company has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

 

  SOUTHERN COMMUNITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
     
Date:  August 8, 2012 By: /s/ James Hastings
    James Hastings
    Interim President and Chief Executive Officer
    (principal executive officer)
     
Date:  August 8, 2012 By: /s/ James Hastings
    James Hastings
    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    (principal financial and accounting officer)

 

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