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FDIC issues disaster relief guidance for storm affected areas of Hawaii

Federal Issues FDIC Disaster Relief Mortgages

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On July 3, the FDIC issued Financial Institution Letter FIL-35-2018 to provide regulatory relief to financial institutions and facilitate recovery in areas of Hawaii affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from April 13 through April 16. The FDIC is encouraging institutions to consider, among other things, extending repayment terms and restructuring existing loans that may be affected by the natural disasters. Additionally, the FDIC notes that institutions may receive favorable Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) consideration for certain development loans, investments, and services in support of disaster recovery.