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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
FORM 10-Q


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QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2013
OR

o
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from to

Commission File Number: 000-22283
StellarOne Corporation logo
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Virginia
54-1829288
(State or other jurisdiction of
(I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization)
Identification No.)

590 Peter Jefferson Parkway Charlottesville, Virginia
22911
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)
(Registrant's telephone number 434-964-2211, including area code)

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

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

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 shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes x No o.

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See definition of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer o Accelerated filer x Non-accelerated filer o Smaller reporting company o

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

As of August 5, 2013 there were 22,730,967 shares of common stock, $1.00 par value per share, issued and outstanding.
 
 


STELLARONE CORPORATION
PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1
Financial Statements (Unaudited):
 
  1
  2
  Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income 4
  5
  6
  7
     
ITEM 2
19
     
ITEM 3
26
     
ITEM 4
26
     
PART II - OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1
27
     
ITEM 1A
27
     
ITEM 2
27
     
ITEM 3
27
     
ITEM 4
27
     
ITEM 5
27
     
ITEM 6
28
 



STELLARONE CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY
 
 
(In thousands)
 
   
June 30, 2013
   
December 31, 2012
 
Assets
           
  Cash and due from banks
  $ 46,321     $ 55,546  
  Federal funds sold
    52       1,552  
  Interest-bearing deposits in banks
    5,320       32,851  
    Cash and cash equivalents
    51,693       89,949  
  Investment securities, at fair value
    488,925       553,476  
  Mortgage loans held for sale
    28,926       37,778  
  Loans receivable, net of allowance for loan losses, 2013, $27,366;  2012, $29,824
    2,155,623       2,049,769  
  Premises and equipment, net
    74,018       72,060  
  Accrued interest receivable
    8,172       8,265  
  Core deposit intangibles, net
    3,048       3,462  
  Goodwill
    114,167       113,652  
  Bank owned life insurance
    45,051       44,182  
  Foreclosed assets
    4,095       5,760  
  Other assets
    40,448       44,851  
    Total assets
  $ 3,014,166     $ 3,023,204  
                 
Liabilities
               
  Deposits:
               
  Noninterest-bearing
  $ 379,616     $ 362,713  
  Interest-bearing
    2,087,231       2,121,611  
    Total deposits
    2,466,847       2,484,324  
  Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    70,000       55,000  
  Subordinated debt
    32,991       32,991  
  Accrued interest payable
    1,459       1,682  
  Other liabilities
    16,540       17,565  
Total liabilities
    2,587,837       2,591,562  
                 
Stockholders' Equity
               
                 
  Preferred stock; no par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding;
    -       -  
  Common stock; $1 par value; 35,000,000 shares authorized; 2013: 22,519,050 shares issued and outstanding; 2012: 22,889,091 shares issued and outstanding.
    22,519       22,889  
  Additional paid-in capital
    265,845       271,747  
  Retained earnings
    135,206       127,099  
  Accumulated other comprehensive income
    2,759       9,907  
    Total stockholders' equity
    426,329       431,642  
    Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
  $ 3,014,166     $ 3,023,204  
 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.




STELLARONE CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY
 
 
(In thousands, except per share data)
 
   
Three Months Ended
 
   
June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Interest Income
           
  Loans, including fees
  $ 25,349     $ 25,879  
  Federal funds sold and deposits in other banks
    11       31  
  Investment securities:
               
    Taxable
    1,364       1,719  
    Tax-exempt
    1,160       1,305  
      Total interest income
    27,884       28,934  
                 
Interest Expense
               
  Deposits
    2,850       3,996  
  Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase
    9       6  
  Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    411       409  
  Subordinated debt
    342       343  
      Total interest expense
    3,612       4,754  
  Net interest income
    24,272       24,180  
  (Recovery of) provision for loan losses
    (385 )     1,400  
      Net interest income after provision for loan losses
    24,657       22,780  
                 
Noninterest Income
               
  Retail banking fees
    3,455       3,265  
  Fiduciary and brokerage fee income
    1,389       1,182  
  Mortgage banking-related fees
    1,927       1,381  
  Losses on mortgage indemnifications and repurchases
    (72 )     (202 )
  Losses (gains) on sale of premises and equipment
    (14 )     8  
  Gains on sale of securities available for sale
    -       7  
  Losses on sale / impairments of foreclosed assets
    (244 )     (219 )
  Income from bank owned life insurance
    438       438  
  Insurance income
    351       370  
  Other operating income
    596       846  
      Total noninterest income
    7,826       7,076  
Noninterest Expense
               
  Compensation and employee benefits
    11,979       12,822  
  Net occupancy
    2,313       2,096  
  Equipment
    2,191       2,152  
  Amortization of intangible assets
    320       413  
  Marketing
    293       379  
  State franchise taxes
    588       559  
  FDIC insurance
    506       543  
  Data processing
    394       334  
  Professional fees
    594       883  
  Telecommunications
    384       410  
  Merger related costs
    871       -  
  Other operating expenses
    2,819       2,616  
      Total noninterest expense
    23,252       23,207  
                 
      Income before income taxes
    9,231       6,649  
  Income tax expense
    2,914       1,768  
      Net income
  $ 6,317     $ 4,881  
                 
Basic net income per common share available to common shareholders
  $ 0.28     $ 0.21  
Diluted net income per common share available to common shareholders
  $ 0.28     $ 0.21  
 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.



STELLARONE CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY
 
 
(In thousands, except per share data)
 
   
Six Months Ended
 
   
June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Interest Income
           
  Loans, including fees
  $ 50,765     $ 51,893  
  Federal funds sold and deposits in other banks
    30       65  
  Investment securities:
               
    Taxable
    2,808       3,329  
    Tax-exempt
    2,345       2,605  
      Total interest income
    55,948       57,892  
                 
Interest Expense
               
  Deposits
    5,967       8,273  
  Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase
    16       13  
  Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    816       847  
  Subordinated debt
    678       684  
      Total interest expense
    7,477       9,817  
  Net interest income
    48,471       48,075  
  Provision for loan losses
    315       2,250  
      Net interest income after provision for loan losses
    48,156       45,825  
                 
Noninterest Income
               
  Retail banking fees
    6,507       6,592  
  Fiduciary and brokerage fee income
    2,617       2,410  
  Mortgage banking-related fees
    3,763       3,159  
  Losses on mortgage indemnifications and repurchases
    (72 )     (556 )
  Losses on sale of premises and equipment
    (24 )     (7 )
  Gains on sale of securities available for sale
    6       79  
  Losses on sale / impairments of foreclosed assets
    (375 )     (670 )
  Income from bank owned life insurance
    869       878  
  Insurance income
    650       658  
  Other operating income
    1,324       1,502  
      Total noninterest income
    15,265       14,045  
Noninterest Expense
               
  Compensation and employee benefits
    24,402       24,924  
  Net occupancy
    4,562       4,159  
  Equipment
    4,280       4,369  
  Amortization of intangible assets
    631       825  
  Marketing
    538       628  
  State franchise taxes
    1,175       1,128  
  FDIC insurance
    1,013       1,182  
  Data processing
    809       675  
  Professional fees
    1,348       1,565  
  Telecommunications
    757       835  
  Merger related costs
    871       -  
  Other operating expenses
    5,636       5,316  
      Total noninterest expense
    46,022       45,606  
                 
      Income before income taxes
    17,399       14,264  
  Income tax expense
    5,171       3,882  
      Net income
  $ 12,228     $ 10,382  
                 
Basic net income per common share available to common shareholders
  $ 0.53     $ 0.45  
Diluted net income per common share available to common shareholders
  $ 0.53     $ 0.45  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.




STELLARONE CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY
 
(In thousands)
                         
   
Three months ended June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Net income
        $ 6,317           $ 4,881  
   Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax:
                           
     Unrealized holding (losses) gains on securities available for sale
  $ (5,896 )           $ 630          
     Change in post retirement liability
    -               -          
     Change in cash flow hedge
    229               (273 )        
   Other comprehensive (loss) income
            (5,667 )             357  
Total comprehensive income
          $ 650             $ 5,238  
                                 
                                 
   
Six months ended June 30,
 
      2013         2012    
Net income
          $ 12,228             $ 10,382  
   Other comprehensive loss, net of tax:
                               
     Unrealized holding (losses) gains on securities available for sale
  $ (7,310 )           $ 276          
     Change in post retirement liability
    (115 )             2          
     Change in cash flow hedge
    277               (300 )        
   Other comprehensive loss
            (7,148 )             (22 )
Total comprehensive income
          $ 5,080             $ 10,360  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.



STELLARONE CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY
 
 
(In thousands)
 
                     
Accumulated
       
         
Additional
         
Other
       
   
Common
   
Paid-In
   
Retained
   
Comprehensive
       
   
Stock
   
Capital
   
Earnings
   
Income
   
Total
 
Balance, January 1, 2012
  $ 22,819     $ 271,080     $ 110,940     $ 9,334     $ 414,173  
  Net income
    -       -       10,382       -       10,382  
  Other comprehensive loss
    -       -       -       (22 )     (22 )
  Common dividends paid ($0.12 per share)
    -       -       (2,770 )     -       (2,770 )
  Stock-based compensation benefit (52,484 shares)
    53       426       -       -       479  
  Exercise of stock options (3,192 shares)
    3       (211 )     -       -       (208 )
Balance, June 30, 2012
  $ 22,875     $ 271,295     $ 118,552     $ 9,312     $ 422,034  
                                         
Balance, January 1, 2013
  $ 22,889     $ 271,747     $ 127,099     $ 9,907     $ 431,642  
  Net income
    -       -       12,228       -       12,228  
  Other comprehensive loss
    -       -       -       (7,148 )     (7,148 )
  Common dividends paid ($0.18 per share)
    -       -       (4,121 )     -       (4,121 )
  Purchase of common stock under share repurchase program (448,394 shares)
    (448 )     (6,490 )     -       -       (6,938 )
  Stock-based compensation expense (75,154 shares)
    75       544       -       -       619  
  Exercise of stock options (3,199 shares)
    3       44       -       -       47  
Balance, June 30, 2013
  $ 22,519     $ 265,845     $ 135,206     $ 2,759     $ 426,329  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
 
 



STELLARONE CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARY
 
 
(In thousands)
 
   
Six Months Ended June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
           
Net income
  $ 12,228     $ 10,382  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
               
Depreciation
    3,256       3,345  
Amortization of intangible assets
    631       825  
Provision for loan losses
    315       2,250  
Deferred tax expense
    6       1,268  
Stock-based compensation expense (benefit)
    619       479  
Losses on sale / impairments of foreclosed assets
    375       670  
Losses on mortgage indemnifications and repurchases
    72       556  
Losses on sale of premises and equipment
    24       7  
Gains on sale of securities available for sale
    (6 )     (79 )
Mortgage banking-related fees
    (3,763 )     (3,159 )
Proceeds from sale of mortgage loans
    155,688       153,739  
Origination of mortgage loans for sale
    (143,073 )     (128,378 )
Amortization of securities premiums and accretion of discounts, net
    1,060       872  
Income on bank owned life insurance
    (869 )     (878 )
Changes in assets and liabilities:
               
Decrease in accrued interest receivable
    93       611  
Decrease in other assets
    3,884       167  
Decrease in accrued interest payable
    (223 )     (275 )
Increase in other liabilities
    2,546       5,634  
 Net cash provided by operating activities
  $ 32,863     $ 48,036  
                 
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
               
Proceeds from maturities, calls and principal payments of securities available for sale
  $ 52,250     $ 68,960  
Purchase of securities available for sale
    -       (174,178 )
Net increase in loans
    (96,051 )     (12,848 )
Proceeds from sale of premises and equipment
    139       1,033  
Purchase of premises and equipment
    (3,028 )     (3,568 )
Proceeds from sale of foreclosed assets
    3,570       3,570  
Net proceeds from branch acquisition
    6,373       -  
Net cash used by investing activities
  $ (36,747 )   $ (117,031 )
                 
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
               
Net (decrease) increase in demand, money market and savings deposits
  $ (579 )   $ 87,049  
Net decrease in certificates of deposit
    (37,781 )     (36,586 )
Proceeds from Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    15,000       -  
Principal payments on Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    -       (5,000 )
Purchase of common stock under share repurchase program
    (6,938 )     -  
Exercise of stock options
    47       (208 )
Cash dividends paid
    (4,121 )     (2,770 )
 Net cash (used) provided by financing activities
  $ (34,372 )   $ 42,485  
                 
  Decrease in cash and cash equivalents
  $ (38,256 )   $ (26,510 )
                 
Cash and Cash Equivalents
               
Beginning
    89,949       99,970  
Ending
  $ 51,693     $ 73,460  
                 
Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information
               
Cash paid for interest
  $ 7,700     $ 10,092  
Cash paid for income taxes
  $ 5,306     $ 3,636  
                 
Supplemental Schedule of Noncash Activities
               
Foreclosed assets acquired in settlement of loans
  $ 1,864     $ 2,440  


 
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1.  
Basis of Presentation

StellarOne Corporation (“we”) is a Virginia bank holding company headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia.  Our sole banking affiliate is StellarOne Bank headquartered in Christiansburg, Virginia.  Additional subsidiaries include VFG Limited Liability Trust and FNB (VA) Statutory Trust II, both of which are associated with our subordinated debt issues and are not subject to consolidation.  The consolidated statements include our accounts and those of our wholly-owned banking subsidiary. All significant intercompany accounts have been eliminated.  In the opinion of management, the accompanying consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments necessary to present fairly the financial position as of June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the results of operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012 and cash flows for the six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012.  The statements should be read in conjunction with the Notes to Financial Statements included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012.  The results of operations for the six month period ended June 30, 2013 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.

Union Merger

On June 9, 2013, StellarOne Corporation (“StellarOne”) and Union First Market Bankshares Corporation (“Union”) entered into an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (the “Merger Agreement”) pursuant to which StellarOne will merge with and into Union (the “Merger”).  

As a result of the Merger, the holders of shares of StellarOne common stock will receive 0.9739 shares of Union common stock for each share of StellarOne common stock held immediately prior to the effective date of the Merger. The completion of the Merger is subject to various closing conditions, including obtaining the requisite approvals of Union’s and StellarOne’s stockholders, receiving certain regulatory approvals and the effectiveness of Union's registration statement on Form S-4 for the Union common stock to be issued in the Merger.

2.  
Investment Securities

Amortized cost and estimated fair value of securities available for sale, with gross unrealized gains and losses as of June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are as follows (In thousands):
   
June 30, 2013
   
December 31, 2012
 
         
Gross
   
Gross
               
Gross
   
Gross
       
   
Amortized
   
Unrealized
   
Unrealized
   
Fair
   
Amortized
   
Unrealized
   
Unrealized
   
Fair
 
   
Cost
   
Gains
   
Losses
   
Value
   
Cost
   
Gains
   
Losses
   
Value
 
U.S. Treasuries
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ 20,000     $ -     $ -     $ 20,000  
U.S. Government agencies
    240,709       745       (1,786 )     239,668       247,665       1,848       (17 )     249,496  
State and municipals
    131,283       6,231       (22 )     137,492       136,695       11,971       -       148,666  
Corporate bonds
    1,825       11       -       1,836       1,825       27       -       1,852  
Collateralized mortgage obligations
    4,177       173       -       4,350       5,119       214       -       5,333  
Mortgage backed securities
    90,367       2,959       (496 )     92,830       108,360       5,020       -       113,380  
Other investments
    12,749       -       -       12,749       14,749       -       -       14,749  
Total
  $ 481,110     $ 10,119     $ (2,304 )   $ 488,925     $ 534,413     $ 19,080     $ (17 )   $ 553,476  

Other investments consist of short-term liquid investments and investments in Small Business Administration loan funds.

The carrying value of securities pledged to secure deposits and for other purposes amounted to $195.5 million and $194.9 million at June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

Information pertaining to sales and calls of securities available for sale is as follows (In thousands):
   
Three Months Ended
   
Six Months Ended
 
   
June 30,
   
June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
   
2013
   
2012
 
                         
Proceeds from sales/calls
  $ 445     $ 12,740     $ 7,320     $ 15,445  
Gross realized gains
    -       7       6       79  
 
Declines in the fair value of available for sale securities below their cost that are deemed to be other than temporary are reflected in earnings as realized losses to the extent the impairment is related to credit losses. The amount of the impairment related to other factors is recognized in other comprehensive income. In estimating other-than-temporary impairment losses, management considers, among other things, (i) the length of time and the extent to which the fair value has been less than cost, (ii) the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer, and (iii) our intent and ability to retain our investment in the issuer for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in cost.  As of June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, there were no available for sale securities with unrealized losses greater than twelve months.

As of June 30, 2013, management does not have the intent to sell any securities classified as available for sale in a loss position and believes that it is not likely that we will have to sell any such securities before a recovery of cost given the current liquidity position. The unrealized losses are largely due to increases in market interest rates over the yields available at the time the underlying securities were purchased. The fair value is expected to recover as the bonds approach their maturity date or re-pricing date or if market yields for such investments decline. Management does not believe such securities are other-than-temporarily impaired due to reasons of credit quality.

The amortized cost and fair value of securities available for sale at June 30, 2013 are presented below by contractual maturity (In thousands):
   
Amortized Cost
   
Fair Value
 
Due in one year or less
  $ 29,650     $ 30,025  
Due after one year through five years
    229,181       229,648  
Due after five years through ten years
    108,069       109,964  
Due after ten years
    113,210       118,288  
Equity securities
    1,000       1,000  
Total
  $ 481,110     $ 488,925  

Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers may have the right to call or prepay obligations.
 
 
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3.
Derivative Financial Instruments

We use derivatives to manage exposure to interest rate risk through the use of interest rate swaps, caps and floors to mitigate exposure to interest rate risk and service the needs of our customers.

Interest rate swaps involve the exchange of fixed and variable rate interest payments between two counterparties, based on a common notional principal amount and maturity date with no exchange of underlying principal amounts. During 2010, we entered into a forward start interest rate swap contract on our subordinated debt that qualifies as a cash flow hedge, effective September 2011.  The swap was extended for an additional three years, with the new rate to take effect in September 2013 following the maturity of the current swap. Our cash flow hedge effectively modifies our exposure to interest rate risk by converting floating rate subordinated debt to a fixed rate with a maturity in 2016.

On September 30, 2011, we began paying a weighted average fixed rate of 1.245% plus margin, and receive a variable interest rate of three-month LIBOR on a total notional amount of $32.0 million, with quarterly settlements.  Beginning in September of 2011, this swap effectively fixed the interest rate on the subordinated debt at 4.11% for the two year swap term (through September 2013).  The cash flow hedge was fully effective at June 30, 2013 and therefore the change in fair value on the cash flow hedge was recognized as a component of other comprehensive income, net of deferred income taxes.  The swap extension will effectively fix the interest rate on the subordinated debt at 4.81%, starting in September 2013 (through September 2016).  At June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the cash flow hedge had a fair value of $1.0 million and $1.5 million, respectively, and was recorded in Other Liabilities. We anticipate that it will continue to be fully effective and changes in fair value will continue to be recognized as a component of other comprehensive income, net of deferred income taxes. At June 30, 2013, we pledged $1.0 million of cash collateral for this interest rate swap.

We entered into certain interest rate swap contracts that are not designated as hedging instruments. These derivative contracts relate to transactions in which we enter into an interest rate swap with a customer while at the same time entering into an offsetting interest rate swap with another financial institution. In connection with each swap transaction, we agree to pay interest to the customer on a notional amount at a variable interest rate and receive interest from the customer on a similar notional amount at a fixed interest rate. At the same time, we agree to pay the counterparty the same fixed interest rate on the same notional amount and receive the same variable interest rate on the same notional amount. The transaction allows our customers to effectively convert a variable rate loan to a fixed rate. Because we act as an intermediary for our customers, changes in the fair value of the underlying derivative contracts for the most part offset each other and do not significantly impact our results of operations.  The aggregate notional amount of these swap agreements with counterparties was $89.3 million as of June 30, 2013 and securities collateral of $2.4 million was pledged.
 
4.
Loans and Allowance for Loan Losses
 
Through our banking subsidiary, we grant mortgage, commercial and consumer loans to customers, all of which are considered financing receivables.  A substantial portion of the loan portfolio is represented by mortgage loans.  The ability of our debtors to honor their contracts is dependent upon the real estate and general economic conditions in our market area.

Loans that we have the intent and ability to hold for the foreseeable future or until maturity or pay-off are generally reported at their outstanding unpaid principal balances adjusted for charge-offs, the allowance for loan losses and any deferred fees or costs on originated loans.  Interest income is accrued on the unpaid principal balance.  Loan origination fees, net of certain direct origination costs, are deferred and recognized as an adjustment of the related loan yield using the interest method.  These amounts are generally being amortized over the contractual life of the loan.
 
Our loan portfolio is composed of the following (In thousands):
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Construction and land development
  $ 225,270     $ 194,380  
Commercial real estate:
               
  Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    368,291       343,944  
  Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    488,409       458,646  
  Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    126,919       118,433  
      Total commercial real estate
    983,619       921,023  
Consumer real estate:
               
  Home equity lines
    237,538       246,806  
  Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    482,173       482,090  
      Total consumer real estate
    719,711       728,896  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    207,840       203,840  
Consumer and other
    46,986       31,929  
Total loans
    2,183,426       2,080,068  
Deferred loan fees
    (437 )     (475 )
Allowance for loan losses
    (27,366 )     (29,824 )
Net loans
  $ 2,155,623     $ 2,049,769  

As of June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the book value of loans pledged as collateral for advances outstanding with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta totaled $364.6 million and $360.9 million, respectively.

The accrual of interest is generally discontinued at the time the loan is 90 days delinquent unless the credit is well-secured and in process of collection.  Deposit overdrafts and other loans are typically charged off no later than 120 days past due.  Consumer installment loans are typically charged off no later than 180 days past due.  In all cases, loans are placed on nonaccrual at an earlier date if collection of principal or interest is considered doubtful or charged-off if a loss is considered imminent.

All interest accrued but not collected for loans that are placed on nonaccrual or charged-off is reversed against interest income.  The interest on these loans is accounted for on the cash-basis or cost-recovery method, until qualifying for return to accrual.  Loans are returned to accrual status when all the principal and interest amounts contractually due are brought current and future collection of principal and interest are reasonably assured.


 
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The following table presents the recorded investment in nonaccrual and loans past due more than 90 days still accruing by loan class (In thousands):
   
Nonaccrual
   
Loans Past Due Over 90 Days Still Accruing
 
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2013
   
2012
   
2013
   
2012
 
Construction and land development
  $ 6,649     $ 9,400     $ -     $ -  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    1,582       3,646       -       -  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    779       1,798       -       -  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    4,595       4,780       -       -  
Home equity lines
    2,769       3,722       -       -  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    8,763       11,920       517       179  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    945       584       4       -  
Consumer and other
    12       32       14       3  
Total
  $ 26,094     $ 35,882     $ 535     $ 182  
 
If interest under the accrual method had been recognized on nonaccrual loans, such income would have approximated $222 thousand and $493 thousand for the three months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and $519 thousand and $844 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

The following table presents the aging of the recorded investment in past due loans by loan class (In thousands):
 
   
30-59 Days Past Due
   
60-89 Days Past Due
   
Greater than 90 Days Past Due
   
Non-accrual
   
Total Past Due
   
Current
   
Total Loans
 
June 30, 2013
                                         
Construction and land development
  $ 983     $ 350     $ -     $ 6,649     $ 7,982     $ 217,288     $ 225,270  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    6,340       1,072       -       1,582       8,994       359,297       368,291  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    2,581       746       -       779       4,106       484,303       488,409  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    791       118       -       4,595       5,504       121,415       126,919  
Home equity lines
    2,317       556       -       2,769       5,642       231,896       237,538  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    5,217       6,514       517       8,763       21,011       461,162       482,173  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    822       175       4       945       1,946       205,894       207,840  
Consumer and other
    108       45       14       12       179       46,807       46,986  
Total
  $ 19,159     $ 9,576     $ 535     $ 26,094     $ 55,364     $ 2,128,062     $ 2,183,426  
                                                         
December 31, 2012
                                                       
Construction and land development
  $ 2,283     $ 2,430     $ -     $ 9,400     $ 14,113     $ 180,267     $ 194,380  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    3,730       5,473       -       3,646       12,849       331,095       343,944  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1,990       439       -       1,798       4,227       454,419       458,646  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    808       68       -       4,780       5,656       112,777       118,433  
Home equity lines
    3,229       753       -       3,722       7,704       239,102       246,806  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    4,670       6,126       179       11,920       22,895       459,195       482,090  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    615       338       -       584       1,537       202,303       203,840  
Consumer and other
    232       101       3       32       368       31,561       31,929  
Total
  $ 17,557     $ 15,728     $ 182     $ 35,882     $ 69,349     $ 2,010,719     $ 2,080,068  
 
We conduct an analysis of the loan portfolio on a regular basis.  This analysis is used in assessing the sufficiency of the allowance for loan losses (“ALLL”) and in the determination of the necessary provision for loan losses.  The ALLL is established as losses are estimated to have occurred through a provision for loan losses charged to earnings.  Loan balances are charged off against the allowance when management believes a loan balance is confirmed uncollectable.  Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance.

The analysis of the loan portfolio generally begins with the identification of potential problem loans to be reviewed on an individual basis for impairment.  When a commercial or commercial real estate loan of $500,000 or more has been identified as impaired, our policy requires a new appraisal (to include a liquidation value) unless our in-house Chief Appraiser reviews the existing appraisal (generally less than twelve months old) and determines that it may be used with appropriate market and/or liquidation adjustments as determined by him on a case by case basis.  If a new appraisal is not required, the existing appraisal is used in order to estimate the fair value of the collateral, as validated by our in-house appraisal group.  Our in-house Chief Appraiser’s review of such appraisals is documented and retained as part of the quarterly ALLL process.  New appraisals are generally available within a one-quarter lag and are also reviewed by the Chief Appraiser to ensure appropriateness and reasonableness of the methods and assumptions used by the external third-party appraiser.  Typically, charge-offs are recognized when the loss is probable and estimable, which is typically in the same quarter as the foreclosure or disposition of the underlying collateral.  Prior to being charged-off, a specific reserve may be established based on our calculation of the loss embedded in the individual loan.  Due to the processes described above, we do not experience significant timing differences between the identification of losses on impaired loans and recordation.

In addition to specific reserves on impaired loans, we have a nine point grading system, which we apply to each non-homogeneous loan in the portfolio to reflect the risk characteristic of the loan.  The loans identified and measured for impairment are segregated from risk-rated loans within the portfolio.  The remaining loans are then grouped by loan type and, in the case of commercial and construction loans, by risk rating.  Each loan type is assigned an allowance factor based on historical loss experience, economic conditions, overall portfolio quality including delinquency rates and commercial real estate loan concentrations.  The allowance factor incorporating the unemployment rate in Virginia was updated to assign a reserve at a lower rate of unemployment than previously used and softened the impact between different tranches.

The loan portfolio analysis also consists of appraisal updates on non-impaired loans.  Existing appraisals may be validated or new appraisals ordered as loans are renewed or refinanced, depending on the individual circumstances surrounding each loan.  Our in-house appraisal department reviews new appraisals on non-impaired loans and documents the review.

The ALLL is an accounting estimate and as such there is uncertainty associated with the estimate due to the level of subjectivity and judgment inherent in performing the calculation.  Management’s evaluation of the ALLL also includes considerations of existing general economic and business conditions affecting our key lending areas, credit quality trends, collateral values, loan volumes and concentrations, seasoning of the loan portfolio, specific industry conditions within portfolio segments, recent loss experience in particular segments of the portfolio, duration of the current business cycle and bank regulatory examination results. The total of specific reserves required for impaired classified loans and the calculated reserves comprise the allowance for loan losses.

While management utilizes its best judgment and information available, the ultimate adequacy of the allowance is dependent upon a variety of factors beyond our control, including the performance of our loan portfolio, the economy, changes in interest rates and the view of the regulatory authorities toward loan classifications.

 
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Activity in the allowance for loan losses by loan class is as follows (In thousands):
 
   
Three Months Ended June 30, 2013
 
   
Balance,
April 1, 2013
   
Provision for
loan losses
   
Loans
charged off
   
Recoveries
   
Net charge-offs
   
Balance,
 June 30, 2013
 
Construction and land development
  $ 8,458     $ (1,188 )   $ (143 )   $ 102     $ (41 )   $ 7,229  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    2,317       319       (200 )     2       (198 )     2,438  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    4,377       (131 )     -       9       9       4,255  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    1,897       363       (275 )     -       (275 )     1,985  
Home equity lines
    3,186       492       (580 )     24       (556 )     3,122  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    6,380       (303 )     (348 )     129       (219 )     5,858  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    2,325       93       (246 )     184       (62 )     2,356  
Consumer and other
    110       (30 )     (50 )     93       43       123  
Total
  $ 29,050     $ (385 )   $ (1,842 )   $ 543     $ (1,299 )   $ 27,366  
                                                 
   
Three Months Ended June 30, 2012
 
   
Balance,
April 1, 2012
   
Provision for
 loan losses
   
Loans
charged off
   
Recoveries
   
Net charge-offs
   
Balance,
June 30, 2012
 
Construction and land development
  $ 9,416     $ (569 )   $ (896 )   $ 2     $ (894 )   $ 7,953  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    3,082       122       (737 )     160       (577 )     2,627  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    4,092       1,485       (162 )     -       (162 )     5,415  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    1,057       18       (61 )     -       (61 )     1,014  
Home equity lines
    3,304       1,330       (832 )     93       (739 )     3,895  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    7,222       (208 )     (450 )     64       (386 )     6,628  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    3,364       (754 )     (234 )     150       (84 )     2,526  
Consumer and other
    78       (24 )     (40 )     70       30       84  
Total
  $ 31,615     $ 1,400     $ (3,412 )   $ 539     $ (2,873 )   $ 30,142  
                                                 
   
Six Months Ended June 30, 2013
 
   
Balance,
January 1, 2013
   
Provision for
loan losses
   
Loans
charged off
   
Recoveries
   
Net charge-offs
   
Balance,
 June 30, 2013
 
Construction and land development
  $ 8,230     $ (603 )   $ (538 )   $ 140     $ (398 )   $ 7,229  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    2,328       243       (214 )     81       (133 )     2,438  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    4,863       (719 )     -       111       111       4,255  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    1,854       630       (528 )     29       (499 )     1,985  
Home equity lines
    3,506       592       (1,019 )     43       (976 )     3,122  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    7,305       (522 )     (1,134 )     209       (925 )     5,858  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    1,642       697       (416 )     433       17       2,356  
Consumer and other
    96       (3 )     (126 )     156       30       123  
Total
  $ 29,824     $ 315     $ (3,975 )   $ 1,202     $ (2,773 )   $ 27,366  
                                                 
   
Six Months Ended June 30, 2012
 
   
Balance,
January 1, 2012
   
Provision for
 loan losses
   
Loans
charged off
   
Recoveries
   
Net charge-offs
   
Balance,
 June 30, 2012
 
Construction and land development
  $ 9,856     $ (621 )   $ (1,297 )   $ 16     $ (1,281 )   $ 7,954  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    3,224       1,156       (1,485 )     227       (1,258 )     3,122  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    4,234       739       (162 )     -       (162 )     4,811  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    1,107       125       (109 )     -       (109 )     1,123  
Home equity lines
    3,507       1,212       (1,207 )     149       (1,058 )     3,661  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    6,512       1,206       (962 )     105       (857 )     6,861  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    4,059       (1,468 )     (484 )     419       (65 )     2,526  
Consumer and other
    89       (99 )     (88 )     182       94       84  
Total
  $ 32,588     $ 2,250     $ (5,794 )   $ 1,098     $ (4,696 )   $ 30,142  
 


 
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The table below presents the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by class and based on the impairment method.  TDRs that have been subsequently removed from impaired status in years subsequent to the restructuring are not presented as individually evaluated for impairment in the table (In thousands):
   
June 30, 2013
 
   
Allowance for loan losses
   
Loans
 
   
Individually evaluated for impairment
   
Collectively evaluated for impairment
   
Total ending allowance
   
Individually evaluated for impairment
   
Collectively evaluated for impairment
   
Total loans
 
Construction and land development
  $ 3,271     $ 3,958     $ 7,229     $ 9,810     $ 215,460     $ 225,270  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    251       2,187       2,438       6,928       361,363       368,291  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1,316       2,939       4,255       10,235       478,174       488,409  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    849       1,136       1,985       4,264       122,655       126,919  
Home equity lines
    -       3,122       3,122       -       237,538       237,538  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    470       5,388       5,858       5,141       477,032       482,173  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    565       1,791       2,356       601       207,239       207,840  
Consumer and other
    -       123       123       -       46,986       46,986  
Total
  $ 6,722     $ 20,644     $ 27,366     $ 36,979     $ 2,146,447     $ 2,183,426  
                                                 
   
December 31, 2012
 
   
Allowance for loan losses
   
Loans
 
   
Individually evaluated for impairment
   
Collectively evaluated for impairment
   
Total ending allowance
   
Individually evaluated for impairment
   
Collectively evaluated for impairment
   
Total loans
 
Construction and land development
  $ 4,423     $ 3,807     $ 8,230     $ 12,686     $ 181,694     $ 194,380  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    36       3,342       3,378       6,753       337,191       343,944  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1,737       2,766       4,503       11,701       446,945       458,646  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    994       170       1,164       4,552       113,881       118,433  
Home equity lines
    -       3,687       3,687       -       246,806       246,806  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    640       6,484       7,124       5,919       476,171       482,090  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    -       1,642       1,642       -       203,840       203,840  
Consumer and other
    -       96       96       -       31,929       31,929  
Total
  $ 7,830     $ 21,994     $ 29,824     $ 41,611     $ 2,038,457     $ 2,080,068  
 
A loan is considered impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that we will be unable to collect the scheduled payments of principal and interest when due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  Factors considered by management in determining whether a loan is impaired include payment status, collateral value, and the probability of collecting scheduled principal and interest payments when due.  Additionally, management’s policy is generally to evaluate only those loans greater than $500 thousand for impairment as these are considered to be individually significant in relation to the size of the loan portfolio. Loans that experience insignificant payment delays and payment shortfalls generally are not classified as impaired.  Management determines the significance of payment delays and payment shortfalls on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration all of the circumstances surrounding the loan and the borrower, including the length of the delay, the reasons for the delay, the borrower’s prior payment record, and the amount of the shortfall in relation to the principal and interest owed.  Impairment is measured on a loan-by-loan basis by either the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate, the loan’s obtainable market price, or the fair value of the collateral if the loan is collateral dependent.

Larger groups of smaller balance homogeneous loans are collectively evaluated for impairment. Accordingly, we do not separately identify individual consumer and residential loans for impairment.

Impaired loans totaled $40.5 million and $49.3 million at June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.  Included in these balances were $20.6 million and $25.6 million, respectively, of loans classified as troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”).  A modification of a loan’s terms constitutes a TDR if the creditor grants a concession to the borrower for economic or legal reasons related to the borrower’s financial difficulties that it would not otherwise consider.  For loans classified as TDRs, we further evaluate the loans as performing or nonperforming.  If, at the time of restructure, the loan is accruing, it will be classified as performing and will continue to be classified as performing as long as the borrower continues making payments in accordance with the restructured terms.  A modified loan will be reclassified to nonaccrual if the loan becomes 90 days delinquent or other weaknesses are observed which make collection of principal and interest unlikely.  TDRs originally considered nonaccrual will be classified as nonperforming, but are able to be reclassified as performing if subsequent to restructure, they experience consecutive six months of payment performance according to the restructured terms.  Further, a TDR may be subsequently removed from impaired status in years subsequent to the restructuring if it meets the following criteria:
  • At the time of restructure, the loan was made at a market rate of interest.
  • The loan has shown at least 6 months of payment performance in accordance with the restructured terms.
  • The loan has been reported as a TDR in at least one annual filing on Form 10-K.
The allowance for loan losses associated with TDRs for every loan class is determined using a discounted cash flow analysis in which the original rate prior to modification is used to discount the modified cash flow stream to its net present value.  This value is then compared to the recorded amount to determine the appropriate level of reserve to be included in the allowance for loan losses.  In instances where this analysis is deemed ineffective due to rate increases made during modification, a collateral dependent approach is used as a practical alternative.  The discounted cash flow analysis is used to calculate the reserve balance for TDRs both evaluated individually and those included within homogenous pools.

Annually during the second quarter, we review those loans designated as TDRs for compliance with the previously stated criteria as part of our ongoing monitoring of the performance of modified loans.


 
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The following table provides information on performing and nonperforming TDRs for the periods presented (In thousands):
 
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Performing restructurings:
           
Construction and land development
  $ 4,664     $ 5,962  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    6,494       5,334  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1,191       1,670  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    6,114       10,278  
     Total performing restructurings
  $ 18,463     $ 23,244  
                 
Nonperforming restructurings:
               
Construction and land development
  $ 381     $ 380  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    60       116  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    1,666       1,885  
     Total nonperforming restructurings
  $ 2,107     $ 2,381  
                 
     Total restructurings
  $ 20,570     $ 25,625  

Modifications of terms for loans and their inclusion as TDRs are based on individual facts and circumstances. Loan modifications that are included as TDRs may involve either an increase or reduction of the interest rate, extension of the term of the loan, or deferral of principal payments, regardless of the period of the modification. The loans included in all loan classes as TDRs at June 30, 2013 had either an interest rate modification or a deferral of principal payments, which we consider to be a concession. All loans designated as TDRs were modified due to financial difficulties experienced by the borrower.
 
The following table provides information about TDRs identified during the specified periods and those loans identified as TDRs within the prior 12 month timeframe that subsequently defaulted during the period.  Defaults are those TDRs that went greater than 90 days past due, and aligns with our internal definition of default for those loans not identified as TDRs (In thousands, except number of contracts):

   
Modifications for the three months ended,
 
   
June 30, 2013
 
                   
   
Number of contracts
   
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
   
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings
                 
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    2     $ 1,243     $ 1,260  
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings
    2     $ 1,243     $ 1,260  
                         
                         
   
Modifications for the three months ended,
 
   
June 30, 2012
 
                         
   
Number of contracts
   
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
   
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings
                       
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    1     $ 866     $ 866  
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings
    1     $ 866     $ 866  
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings that Subsequently Defaulted
 
Number of contracts
   
Recorded Investment
 
             
Troubled Debt Restructurings
           
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    1     $ 584  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1       323  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    14       1,499  
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings
    16     $ 2,406  
 
   
Modifications for the six months ended,
 
   
June 30, 2013
 
                   
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings
 
Number of contracts
   
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
   
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
 
 
                 
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    2     $ 1,243     $ 1,260  
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings
    2     $ 1,243     $ 1,260  
 

   
Modifications for the six months ended,
 
   
June 30, 2012
 
                   
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings
 
Number of contracts
   
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
   
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
 
 
                 
Construction and land development
    1     $ 2,201     $ 2,201  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    1       866       866  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    2       986       1,275  
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings
    4     $ 4,053     $ 4,342  
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings that Subsequently Defaulted  
Number of contracts
   
Recorded Investment
 
 
           
Troubled Debt Restructurings
           
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    1     $ 584  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1       323  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    14       1,499  
Total Troubled Debt Restructurings
    16     $ 2,406  
 
There were no TDRs identified during the first six months of 2013 that subsequently defaulted, nor any TDRs identified within the past 12 months that subsequently defaulted.
 
 
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Interest is not typically accrued on impaired loans, but is accrued for performing TDRs.  The following table shows interest income recognized on TDRs (In thousands):
   
Three Months Ended June 30
 
   
Interest income recognized
   
Cash-basis interest income
 
2013
           
Construction and land development
  $ 68     $ 68  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    77       77  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    132       124  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    61       61  
Total
  $ 338     $ 330  
                 
2012
               
Construction and land development
  $ 108     $ 101  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    65       65  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    93       86  
Total
  $ 266     $ 252  
                 
                 
   
Six Months Ended June 30
 
   
Interest income recognized
   
Cash-basis interest income recognized
 
2013
               
Construction and land development
  $ 144     $ 144  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    148       148  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    285       272  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    115       115  
Total
  $ 692     $ 679  
                 
2012
               
Construction and land development
  $ 232     $ 232  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    135       135  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    147       138  
Total
  $ 514     $ 505  
 
Cash basis interest income illustrates income that would have been recognized solely based on cash payments received.  Interest income recognized differs from the cash basis due to the movement of loans between performing and nonperforming status during the periods presented.  Other than these TDRs, no interest income has been recognized on impaired loans subsequent to their classification as impaired.

In order to measure the amount of impairment, we evaluate loans either individually or in collective pools.  Collective pools consist of smaller balance, homogenous loans that are not subject to a restructuring agreement.  Of the $40.5 million of impaired loans at June 30, 2013, $3.5 million, consisting solely of TDRs, was collectively evaluated for impairment and $37.0 million was individually evaluated for impairment.  The detail of loans individually evaluated for impairment, which includes $17.1 million of TDRs, is presented below (In thousands):
 
   
Recorded investment
   
Unpaid contractual principal balance
   
Allocated allowance
   
Average recorded investment
 
June 30, 2013
                       
Loans without a specific valuation allowance:
                       
Construction and land development
  $ 2,759     $ 3,112     $ -     $ 2,920  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    1,259       1,259       -       2,386  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1,191       1,191       -       1,284  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    1,755       3,315       -       1,849  
Loans with a specific valuation allowance:
                               
Construction and land development
    7,051       11,531       3,271       8,319  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    5,669       5,669       251       3,935  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    9,044       9,044       1,316       9,616  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    4,263       4,950       849       4,352  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    3,387       3,406       470       3,751  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    601       607       565       405  
Total
  $ 36,979     $ 44,084     $ 6,722     $ 38,854  
 
As of December 31, 2012, we had $49.3 million of impaired loans, with $7.7 million, consisting solely of TDRs, collectively evaluated for impairment.  The other $41.6 million individually evaluated for impairment, which includes $17.9 million of TDRs, is presented below (In thousands):

   
Recorded investment
   
Unpaid contractual principal balance
   
Allocated allowance
   
Average recorded investment
 
December 31, 2012
                       
Loans without a specific valuation allowance:
                       
Construction and land development
  $ 3,239     $ 3,593     $ -     $ 3,591  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    5,898       5,995       -       6,484  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    1,195       1,215       -       1,314  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    111       111       -       122  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    1,921       3,479       -       3,228  
Loans with a specific valuation allowance:
                               
Construction and land development
    9,447       14,045       4,423       10,390  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    855       855       36       687  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    10,506       10,525       1,737       8,442  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    4,441       5,003       994       3,568  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    3,998       4,014       640       3,540  
Total
  $ 41,611     $ 48,835     $ 7,830     $ 41,366  
 
 
 
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Credit Quality Indicators

We categorize all business and commercial purpose loans into risk categories based on relevant information about the ability of borrowers to service their debt such as: current financial information, historical payment experience, credit documentation, public information, and current economic trends, among other factors.  Loans are risk graded at inception through the credit approval process.  The definitions used were last updated in early 2010 and are reviewed for applicability annually.  The risk grades are reviewed and formally affirmed quarterly by loan officers.  In addition, a certain percentage of credit exposure is reviewed each year through our loan review process.  The risk rating process is inherently subjective and based upon management’s evaluation of the specific facts and circumstances for individual borrowers.  As such, the assigned risk ratings are subject to change based upon changes in borrower status and changes in the external environment affecting the borrower. We use the following definitions for risk ratings:
  • Risk Grade 1 - Prime Risk. Loss potential is rated as none or extremely low.  Loans fully secured by deposit accounts at our subsidiary bank will also be rated as Risk Grade 1.
  • Risk Grade 2 - Excellent Risk. Loss potential is demonstrably low.  Loans have liquid financial statements or are secured by marketable securities or other liquid collateral.
  • Risk Grade 3 - Good Risk. Loss potential is low.  Asset quality and liquidity are considered good.  Overall leverage and liquidity measures are better than the industry in which the borrower operates and they are stable.
  • Risk Grade 4 - Average Risk. Loss potential is low, but evidence of risk exists.  Margins and cash flow generally equal to exceed industry norm and policy guidelines, but some inconsistency may be evident.  Asset quality is average with liquidity comparable to industry norms.  Leverage may be slightly higher than the industry, but is stable.
  • Risk Grade 5 - Marginal Risk. Loss potential is variable, but there is potential for deterioration. Asset quality is marginally acceptable.  Leverage may fluctuate and is above normal for the industry.  Cash flow is marginally adequate. 
  • Risk Grade 6 - Special Mention. Loss potential moderate if corrective action not taken.  Evidence of declining revenues or margins, inadequate cash  flow, and possibly high leverage or tightening liquidity.
  • Risk Grade 7 - Substandard. Distinct possibility of loss to the bank.  Repayment ability of borrower is weak and the loan may have exhibited excessive overdue status, extension, or renewals.
  • Risk Grade 8 - Doubtful. Loss potential is extremely high.  Ability of the borrower to service the debt is weak, constant overdue status, loan has been placed on nonaccrual status and no definitive repayment schedule exists.
  • Risk Grade 9 - Loss. Loans are considered fully uncollectible and charged off.
We utilize our nine point grading system in order to evaluate the level of inherent risk in the loan portfolio as part of our allowance for loan losses methodology.  Loans graded 5 or worse are assigned an additional reserve factor stated in basis points in order to account for the added inherent risk.  Additional basis points are applied as a reserve factor to the loan balances as the corresponding loan grades indicate additional risk and increase from grade 5 to grade 8.

Loans not graded are either consumer purpose loans, construction loans to individuals for single-family owner-occupied construction, or are included in groups of homogenous loans.  Based on the most recent analysis performed, the risk category of loans by class of loans is as follows (In thousands):
 
         
Risk Grade
 
   
Not Graded
      1 - 3       4       5       6       7       8  
June 30, 2013
                                                     
Construction and land development
  $ 41,293     $ 3,506     $ 84,285     $ 68,946     $ 1,969     $ 22,181     $ 3,090  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    -       19,640       198,443       108,140       15,044       27,024       -  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    -       36,291       294,044       123,488       8,363       26,223       -  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    -       31,838       60,239       24,366       2,380       8,096       -  
Home equity lines
    -       -       891       1,636       80       -       -  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    -       5,415       91,922       64,597       12,999       19,724       73  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    -       72,871       88,003       36,111       6,669       3,499       687  
Consumer and other
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Total
  $ 41,293     $ 169,561     $ 817,828     $ 427,284     $ 47,504     $ 106,747     $ 3,850  
                                                         
December 31, 2012
                                                       
Construction and land development
  $ 40,980     $ 964     $ 65,041     $ 56,114     $ 2,907     $ 24,945     $ 3,429  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    -       22,139       196,748       73,469       18,636       32,952       -  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    -       35,288       272,701       110,039       9,831       30,101       686  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    -       29,091       53,678       23,962       2,271       9,431       -  
Home equity lines
    -       479       3,007       2,616       49       514       -  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    -       6,456       95,425       66,445       12,526       22,689       976  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    -       66,612       76,748       49,236       4,717       6,470       57  
Consumer and other
    -       -       -       -       -       -       -  
Total
  $ 40,980     $ 161,029     $ 763,348     $ 381,881     $ 50,937     $ 127,102     $ 5,148  
 
We consider the performance of the loan portfolio and its impact on the allowance for loan losses.  For smaller-balance homogenous residential and consumer loans, we also evaluate credit quality based on the aging status of the loan and by payment activity.  The following table presents the recorded investment in residential and consumer loans based on payment activity (In thousands):
 
   
Home equity lines
   
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
   
Consumer and other
 
   
June 30, 2013
   
December 31, 2012
   
June 30, 2013
   
December 31, 2012
   
June 30, 2013
   
December 31, 2012
 
Performing
  $ 232,162     $ 236,419     $ 278,680     $ 265,652     $ 46,974     $ 31,897  
Nonperforming
    2,769       3,722       8,763       11,921       12       32  
Total
  $ 234,931     $ 240,141     $ 287,443     $ 277,573     $ 46,986     $ 31,929  

Repurchased Loans

In certain loan sales, we provide recourse to the buyer whereby we are required to repurchase loans at par value plus accrued interest on the occurrence of certain credit-related events within a certain time period.  We evaluate all mortgage loans at the time of repurchase for evidence of deteriorated credit quality.  All loans are recorded at estimated realizable value at the time of purchase.  At June 30, 2013, $323 thousand of losses associated with mortgage repurchases and indemnifications was accrued.  Additionally, losses of $72 thousand and $556 thousand were recognized during the six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
 
Concentrations of Credit

Most of our lending activity occurs within Richmond, Central and Southwest Virginia.  The majority of our loan portfolio consists of consumer and commercial real estate loans. As of June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, there were no concentrations of loans related to any single industry in excess of 10% of total loans.
 
 
 
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5.
Earnings Per Share
 
The following shows the weighted average number of shares used in computing earnings per share and the effect on weighted average number of shares of diluted potential common stock for the three month periods ended June 30, 2013 and 2012. Potential dilutive stock had no effect on income per common share for the three month periods (In thousands, except share and per share amounts).
 
   
June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Earnings per common share
           
  Net income
  $ 6,317     $ 4,881  
  Weighted average common shares issued and outstanding
    22,725,727       23,089,473  
  Earnings per common share
  $ 0.28     $ 0.21  
                 
Diluted earnings per common share
               
  Weighted average common shares issued and outstanding
    22,725,727       23,089,473  
      Stock options and warrants
    77,401       -  
  Total diluted weighted average common shares issued and outstanding
    22,803,128       23,089,473  
  Diluted earnings per common share
  $ 0.28     $ 0.21  

The following shows the weighted average number of shares used in computing earnings per share and the effect on weighted average number of shares of diluted potential common stock for the six month periods ended June 30, 2013 and 2012. Potential dilutive stock had no effect on income per common share for the six month periods (In thousands, except share and per share amounts).
 
   
June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Earnings per common share
           
  Net income
  $ 12,228     $ 10,382  
  Weighted average common shares issued and outstanding
    22,859,821       23,076,760  
  Earnings per common share
  $ 0.53     $ 0.45  
                 
Diluted earnings per common share
               
  Weighted average common shares issued and outstanding
    22,859,821       23,076,760  
      Stock options and warrants
    51,816       58  
  Total diluted weighted average common shares issued and outstanding
    22,911,637       23,076,818  
  Diluted earnings per common share
  $ 0.53     $ 0.45  
 
In 2013 and 2012, stock options representing 122,813 and 255,370 shares, respectively, were not included in the three month calculation of earnings per share, as their effect would have been anti-dilutive.  For the six month calculation of earnings per share 150,567 and 256,353 shares in 2013 and 2012, respectively, were excluded.  Of the outstanding warrants to purchase 302,622 shares of common stock associated with the U.S. Treasury Capital Purchase Program, 229,007 and 253,685 shares were considered anti-dilutive and thus have not been considered in the fully-diluted share calculations for the three and six month periods, respectively.
 
6.
Stock-Based Compensation
 
Stock-based compensation expense included within compensation and employee benefits expense totaled $328 thousand and $619 thousand during the three and six months ended June 30, 2013, respectively and $261 thousand and $479 thousand during the three and six months ended June 30, 2012, respectively.

A summary of the stock option plan at June 30, 2013 and 2012 and changes during the periods ended on those dates are as follows:
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
   
Number of Shares
   
Weighted Average Exercise Price
   
Number of Shares
   
Weighted Average Exercise Price
 
                         
 Outstanding at January 1,
    184,431     $ 20.30       291,196     $ 21.58  
   Forfeited
    -       -       (6,454 )     19.10  
   Expired
    (20,377 )     18.42       (26,346 )     22.57  
   Exercised
    (3,199 )     14.79       (3,192 )     12.56  
     Outstanding at June 30,
    160,855     $ 20.62       255,204     $ 21.53  
                                 
     Exercisable at June 30,
    158,154               235,138          

The aggregate intrinsic value of options outstanding as of June 30, 2013 was $227 thousand and the intrinsic value of options exercisable was $209 thousand and the intrinsic value of options exercised during the first half of 2013 was $10 thousand. There was no intrinsic value associated with options exercised during the first half of 2012.  The aggregate intrinsic value represents the total pre-tax intrinsic value (the difference between our closing stock price on the last trading day of the quarter ended June 30, 2013 and the exercise price, multiplied by the number of options outstanding).  The fair value of shares vested during the first half of 2013 was $42 thousand. The weighted average remaining contractual life is 1.5 years with a weighted average exercise price of $20.75 for exercisable options at June 30, 2013.
 
The following table summarizes nonvested restricted shares outstanding as of June 30, 2013 and the related activity during the period:
Nonvested Shares
 
Number of Shares
   
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value
   
Total Intrinsic Value
 
               
(In thousands)
 
                   
Nonvested at January 1, 2013
    210,011     $ 12.49     $ 2,970  
Granted
    76,518       14.56          
Vested and exercised
    (75,154 )     12.49     $ 1,121  
Forfeited
    (978 )     13.43          
Nonvested at June 30, 2013
    210,397     $ 13.23     $ 4,134  
 
The estimated unamortized compensation expense, net of estimated forfeitures, related to nonvested stock and stock options issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2013 that will be recognized through 2018 is $2.2 million.
 
 
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7.
Fair Value Measurements

The fair value of an asset or liability is the price that would be received to sell that asset or paid to transfer that liability (an exit price) in an orderly transaction occurring in the principal market (or most advantageous market in the absence of a principal market) for such asset or liability. In estimating fair value, we utilize valuation techniques that are consistent with the market approach, the income approach and/or the cost approach. Such valuation techniques are consistently applied. Inputs to valuation techniques include the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. FASB ASC Topic 820 establishes a fair value hierarchy for valuation inputs that gives the highest priority to quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs.

We group assets and liabilities 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. An adjustment to the pricing method used within either Level 1 or Level 2 inputs could generate a fair value measurement that effectively falls in a lower level in the hierarchy. These levels are:

Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets that the entity has the ability to access as of the measurement date.

Level 2: Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities, quoted prices in markets that are not active, and other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.

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 broker traded transactions. Level 3 valuations incorporate certain assumptions and projections in determining the fair value assigned to such assets or liabilities.
 
The following is a description of valuation methodologies used for assets and liabilities recorded at fair value. The determination of where an asset or liability falls in the hierarchy requires significant judgment. We evaluate our hierarchy disclosures each quarter and based on various factors, it is possible that an asset or liability may be classified differently from quarter to quarter. However, we expect changes in classifications between levels will be rare.  There were no transfers between levels in 2013 or 2012.

Assets and Liabilities Measured on a Recurring Basis:

Securities: Investment securities are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Fair value measurement is based upon quoted prices, if available. If quoted prices are not available, fair values are measured using matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique used widely in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted securities. Level 1 securities include those traded on nationally recognized securities exchanges, U.S. Treasury securities, and money market funds. Level 2 securities include U.S. Agency securities, mortgage-backed securities issued by government sponsored entities, municipal bonds and corporate debt securities. Securities classified as Level 3 include asset-backed securities in less liquid markets.

Deferred compensation plans: Liabilities associated with deferred compensation plans are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis as Level 1 based on the fair value of the underlying securities. The underlying securities are all Level 1 as described above.

Cash flow hedge: We record the fair value of our cash flow hedge on a recurring basis as Level 2, as the valuation is based on estimates using standard pricing models.  These models use inputs which are derived from or corroborated by observable market data such as interest rate yield curves.  

Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are summarized below (In thousands).
         
Fair Value Measurements at
 
         
June 30, 2013
 
         
Using
 
         
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
   
Total
   
(Quoted Prices)
   
(Significant Other Observable Inputs)
   
(Significant Unobservable Inputs)
 
Investment securities available-for-sale
                       
U. S. Government agencies
  $ 239,668     $ -     $ 239,668     $ -  
State and municipals
    137,492       -       137,492       -  
Corporate bonds
    1,836       -       1,836       -  
Collateralized mortgage obligations
    4,350       -       4,350       -  
Mortgage backed securities
    92,830       -       92,830       -  
Other investments
    12,749       11,749       1,000       -  
Other assets 1
    3,272       3,272       -       -  
    Total assets at fair value
  $ 492,197     $ 15,021     $ 477,176     $ -  
                                 
Intersest rate swaps
  $ 1,037     $ -     $ 1,037     $ -  
Other liabilities 1
    3,317       3,317       -       -  
    Total liabilities at fair value
  $ 4,354     $ 3,317     $ 1,037     $ -  

1 Includes assets and liabilities associated with deferred compensation plans and customer interest rate swaps.
 
         
Fair Value Measurements at
 
         
December 31, 2012
 
         
Using
 
         
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
   
Total
   
(Quoted Prices)
   
(Significant Other Observable Inputs)
   
(Significant Unobservable Inputs)
 
Investment securities available-for-sale
                       
U. S. Treasuries
  $ 20,000     $ 20,000     $ -     $ -  
U. S. Government agencies
    249,496       -       249,496       -  
State and municipals
    148,666       -       148,666       -  
Corporate bonds
    1,852       -       1,852       -  
Collateralized mortgage obligations
    5,333       -       5,333       -  
Mortgage backed securities
    113,380       -       113,380       -  
Other investments
    14,749       13,749       1,000       -  
Other assets 1
    5,408       5,408       -       -  
    Total assets at fair value
  $ 558,884     $ 39,157     $ 519,727     $ -  
                                 
Interest rate swaps
  $ 1,465     $ -     $ 1,465     $ -  
Other liabilities 1
    5,455       5,455       -       -  
    Total liabilities at fair value
  $ 6,920     $ 5,455     $ 1,465     $ -  

1 Includes assets and liabilities associated with deferred compensation plans and customer interest rate swaps.
 
 
 
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Assets and Liabilities Measured on a Nonrecurring Basis:

We may be required, from time to time, to measure certain assets at fair value on a nonrecurring basis in accordance with USGAAP. These include assets that are measured at the lower of cost or market that were recognized at fair value below cost at the end of the period.

Loans held for sale: The fair value of loans held for sale is determined, when possible, using quoted secondary-market prices.  Those loans with a quoted price are recorded as Level 2.  If no such quoted price exists, the fair value of a loan is determined using quoted prices for a similar asset or assets, adjusted for the specific attributes of that loan. These loans are recorded as Level 3.

Loans: We do not record loans at fair value on a recurring basis. However, from time to time, a loan is considered impaired and an allowance for loan losses is established. Loans for which it is probable that payment of interest and principal will not be made in accordance with the contractual terms of the loan agreement are considered impaired.

The fair value of impaired loans is estimated using one of several methods.  For real estate secured loans, generally external appraisals by a board approved appraiser are used to determine the fair value of the underlying collateral for collateral dependent impaired loans.  These appraisals are sometimes adjusted based on management’s and Chief Appraiser’s knowledge of other factors not embedded within the appraisal, including selling costs, maintenance costs, and other estimable costs that would be incurred if collateral is required to be liquidated.  Our in-house appraisal group’s review of such appraisals is documented as part of the quarterly ALLL process.  Other estimates of value, such as auctioneer’s estimates of value, purchase offers and/or contracts, and settlement offers and/or agreements, may be used when they are thought to represent a more accurate estimate of fair value.  For loans that are not secured by real estate, fair value of the collateral may be determined by discounted book value based on available data such as current financial statements or an external appraisal or an auctioneer’s or liquidator’s estimate of value.  Those impaired loans not requiring an allowance represent loans that have been charged down to their net realizable value. At June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, substantially all of the total impaired loans, excluding TDRs, were evaluated based on the fair value of the collateral.  Impaired loans where an allowance is established based on the fair value of collateral require classification in the fair value hierarchy. As such, we record the impaired loan as nonrecurring Level 3.

Foreclosed assets: Foreclosed assets are initially recorded at fair value less costs to sell upon transfer of the loans to foreclosed assets. Subsequently, foreclosed assets are carried at the lower of carrying value or net realizable value. Fair value is based upon appraised values of the collateral adjusted for estimated disposition costs or management’s estimation of the value of the collateral. As such, we record the foreclosed asset as nonrecurring Level 3.

Assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as of June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are included in the table below (In thousands).
 
         
Fair Value Measurements at
 
         
June 30, 2013
 
         
Using
 
         
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
   
Total
   
(Quoted Prices)
   
(Significant Other Observable Inputs)
   
(Significant Unobservable Inputs)
 
Impaired loans
                       
Construction and land development
  $ 1,494     $ -     $ -     $ 1,494  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    183       -       -       183  
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    7,668       -       -       7,668  
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    3,414       -       -       3,414  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    391       -       -       391  
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    36       -       -       36  
Foreclosed assets
                            -  
Construction and land development
    2,476       -       -       2,476  
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    56       -       -       56  
Home equity lines
    37       -       -       37  
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    1,526       -       -       1,526  
 Total assets at fair value
  $ 17,281     $ -     $ -     $ 17,281  
                                 
                                 
           
Fair Value Measurements at
 
           
December 31, 2012
 
           
Using
 
           
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
   
Total
   
(Quoted Prices)
   
(Significant Other Observable Inputs)
   
(Significant Unobservable Inputs)
 
                                 
  Impaired loans
  $ 23,667     $ -     $ -     $ 23,667  
  Loans held for sale - mortgage
    37,778       -       37,778       -  
  Foreclosed assets
    5,760       -       -       5,760  
     Total assets at fair value
  $ 67,205     $ -     $ 37,778     $ 29,427  
 
The following table displays quantitative information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurements for June 30, 2013 (In thousands):
 
   
Fair Value measurements at June 30, 2013
 
   
Fair Value
 
Valuation Technique(s)
Unobservable Inputs
 
Weighted Average Discount
 
Impaired loans
               
Construction and land development
  $ 1,494  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
    1.8 %
Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    183  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
    51.9 %
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    7,668  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
       
Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    3,414  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
       
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    391  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
       
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    36  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
       
Foreclosed assets
                   
Construction and land development
    2,476  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
    16.5 %
Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    56  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
    27.5 %
Home equity lines
    37  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
    9.0 %
Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    1,526  
Market comparables
Discount applied to market comparables (1)
    2.9 %
 Total
  $ 17,281              
 
(1)  
A discount percentage is applied based on age of independent appraisals, current market conditions, and experience within the local market.
 
 
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There are significant unobservable inputs used for our Level 3 measurements of impaired loans and foreclosed assets.  For both types of assets, the measurement is dependent on our planned strategy.  For foreclosed assets, quarterly valuations are typically obtained for the properties in the portfolio.  For those properties less than $500 thousand associated with realtor sales, this is typically a realtor’s assessment.  Properties greater than $500 thousand that will be sold through the retail, wholesale and auction markets are typically reported at liquidation value supported by a current appraisal or an auctioneer’s estimate, as appropriate. For impaired loans with a planned strategy of rehabilitation, a market value is used for the fair value measurement.  Adjustments are made if an updated market value is not obtained and we feel that the market has changed significantly since the value was prepared.  If our strategy is to liquidate a property, the liquidation value is used.  For those properties going to auction, the value may be adjusted downward based on auctioneer feedback, which is typically more reliable than appraisal value based on market knowledge.

ASC 825, Financial Instruments, requires disclosure about fair value of financial instruments for interim periods and excludes certain financial instruments and all non-financial instruments from its disclosure requirements.  Accordingly, the aggregate fair value amounts presented may not necessarily represent our underlying fair value.

The methodologies for estimating the fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring or non-recurring basis are discussed above. The estimated fair value approximates carrying value for cash and cash equivalents, and accrued interest. The methodologies for other financial assets and financial liabilities are discussed below:

Loans: For variable-rate loans that re-price frequently and with no significant changes in credit risk, fair values are based on carrying values.  The fair values for other loans were estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, using interest rates currently being offered.  An overall valuation adjustment is made for specific credit risks as well as general portfolio credit risk.  These loans are considered Level 3, as the valuation is determined using discounted cash flow methodology.

Deposit Liabilities: The fair value of demand deposits, savings accounts, and certain money market deposits is the amount payable on demand at the reporting date.  The fair value of fixed-maturity certificates of deposit is estimated using the rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.  Deposits are considered Level 3, as the valuation is determined using discounted cash flow methodology.

Federal Home Loan Bank Advances: The fair values of our Federal Home Loan Bank advances are provided by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta and represent mathematical approximations of market values derived from their proprietary models as of the close of business on the last business day of the quarter and therefore,   we consider these advances Level 3.

Subordinated Debt: The values of our subordinated debt are variable rate instruments that re-price on a quarterly basis; therefore, carrying value is adjusted for the three month re-pricing lag in order to approximate fair value.  Subordinated debt is Level 3, as the valuation is determined using discounted cash flow methodology.

Off-Balance-Sheet Financial Instruments: The fair value of commitments to extend credit is estimated using the fees currently charged to enter into similar agreements, taking into account the remaining terms of the agreements and the present creditworthiness of the counterparties.  For fixed-rate loan commitments, fair value also considers the difference between current levels of interest rates and the committed rates.  The fair value of stand-by letters of credit is based on fees currently charged for similar agreements or on the estimated cost to terminate them or otherwise settle the obligations with the counterparties at the reporting date.  At June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, the fair value of loan commitments and stand-by letters of credit was immaterial.
 
The estimated fair values of our financial instruments are as follows (In thousands):
   
June 30, 2013
 
   
Carrying
 
Fair
 
Fair Value Measurements Using
 
   
Amount
 
Value
 
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
Assets
                             
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 51,693     $ 51,693     $ 51,693     $ -     $ -  
Investment securities
    488,925       488,925       11,749       477,176       -  
Mortgage loans held for sale
    28,926       28,926       -       28,926       -  
Loans receivable, net
    2,155,623       2,110,117       -       -       2,110,117  
Accrued interest receivable
    8,172       8,172       11       2,553       5,608  
                                         
Liabilities
                                       
Deposits
  $ 2,466,847     $ 2,474,161     $ -     $ -     $ 2,474,161  
Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    70,000       73,483       -       -       73,483  
Subordinated debt
    32,991       32,938       -       -       32,938  
Accrued interest payable
    1,459       1,459       -       -       1,459  
                                         
   
December 31, 2012
 
   
Carrying
 
Fair
 
Fair Value Measurements Using
 
   
Amount
 
Value
 
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
 
Assets
                                       
     Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 89,949     $ 89,949     $ 89,949     $ -     $ -  
     Investment securities
    553,476       553,476       33,749       519,727       -  
     Mortgage loans held for sale
    37,778       37,778       -       37,778       -  
     Loans receivable, net
    2,049,769       1,884,523       -       -       1,884,523  
     Accrued interest receivable
    8,265       8,265       14       2,646       5,605  
                                         
Liabilities
                                       
     Deposits
  $ 2,484,324     $ 2,497,277     $ -     $ -     $ 2,497,277  
     Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    55,000       59,864       -       -       59,864  
     Subordinated debt
    32,991       32,937       -       -       32,937  
     Accrued interest payable
    1,682       1,682       -       -       1,682  
 
 
 
 
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8.
Segment Information

We operate in three business segments, organized around the different products and services offered:  
  • Commercial Banking
  • Mortgage Banking
  • Wealth Management
Commercial Banking includes commercial, business and retail banking.  This segment provides customers with products such as commercial loans, small business loans, real estate loans, business financing and consumer loans.  In addition, this segment provides customers with several choices of deposit products including demand deposit accounts, savings accounts and certificates of deposit.  Mortgage Banking engages primarily in the origination of residential mortgages for sale into the secondary market on a best-efforts basis. Wealth Management provides investment and financial advisory services to businesses and individuals, including financial planning, retirement planning, estate planning, trust and custody services, investment management, escrows, and retirement plans.


Information about the reportable segments and reconciliation of this information to the consolidated financial statements at and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012 is as follows:
 
At and for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2013
                         
                                     
   
Commercial
   
Mortgage
   
Wealth
         
Intersegment
       
   
Banking
   
Banking
   
Management
   
Other
   
Elimination
   
Consolidated
 
Net interest income
  $ 24,121     $ 493     $ 1     $ (343 )   $ -     $ 24,272  
Provision for loan losses
    (385 )     -       -       -       -       (385 )
Noninterest income
    5,774       1,855       1,389       25       (1,217 )     7,826  
Noninterest expense
    20,955       1,347       1,003       1,164       (1,217 )     23,252  
Provision for income taxes
    2,754       300       116       (256 )     -       2,914  
Net income (loss)
  $ 6,571     $ 701     $ 271     $ (1,226 )   $ -     $ 6,317  
                                                 
Total Assets
  $ 2,941,931     $ 63,034     $ 1,345     $ 464,102     $ (456,246 )   $ 3,014,166  
Average Assets
  $ 2,954,009     $ 46,052     $ 987     $ 467,465     $ (459,034 )   $ 3,009,479  
                                                 
                                                 
At and for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2012
                                 
                                                 
   
Commercial
   
Mortgage
   
Wealth
           
Intersegment
         
   
Banking
   
Banking
   
Management
   
Other
   
Elimination
   
Consolidated
 
Net interest income
  $ 24,384     $ 138     $ -     $ (342 )   $ -     $ 24,180  
Provision for loan losses
    1,400       -       -       -       -       1,400  
Noninterest income
    6,418       1,322       1,182       (583 )     (1,263 )     7,076  
Noninterest expense
    22,581       1,162       1,035       (308 )     (1,263 )     23,207  
Provision for income taxes
    1,856       89       46       (223 )     -       1,768  
Net income (loss)
  $ 4,965     $ 209     $ 101     $ (394 )   $ -     $ 4,881  
                                                 
Total Assets
  $ 2,950,582     $ 20,915     $ 499     $ 460,078     $ (452,208 )   $ 2,979,866  
Average Assets
  $ 2,913,191     $ 16,403     $ 503     $ 458,529     $ (451,235 )   $ 2,937,391  
                                                 
                                                 
At and for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2013
                                 
                                                 
   
Commercial
   
Mortgage
   
Wealth
           
Intersegment
         
   
Banking
   
Banking
   
Management
   
Other
   
Elimination
   
Consolidated
 
Net interest income
  $ 48,340     $ 808     $ 1     $ (678 )   $ -     $ 48,471  
Provision for loan losses
    315       -       -       -       -       315  
Noninterest income
    11,359       3,672       2,617       52       (2,435 )     15,265  
Noninterest expense
    42,615       2,792       2,038       1,012       (2,435 )     46,022  
Provision for income taxes
    4,807       506       174       (316 )     -       5,171  
Net income (loss)
  $ 11,962     $ 1,182     $ 406     $ (1,322 )   $ -     $ 12,228  
                                                 
Average Assets
  $ 2,948,718     $ 42,951     $ 840     $ 469,068     $ (460,397 )   $ 3,001,180  
                                                 
                                                 
At and for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2012
                                 
                                                 
   
Commercial
   
Mortgage
   
Wealth
           
Intersegment
         
   
Banking
   
Banking
   
Management
   
Other
   
Elimination
   
Consolidated
 
Net interest income
  $ 48,381     $ 378     $ -     $ (684 )   $ -     $ 48,075  
Provision for loan losses
    2,250       -       -       -       -       2,250  
Noninterest income
    12,446       2,721       2,460       (1,089 )     (2,493 )     14,045  
Noninterest expense
    44,208       2,489       2,061       (659 )     (2,493 )     45,606  
Provision for income taxes
    3,980       183       123       (404 )     -       3,882  
Net income (loss)
  $ 10,389     $ 427     $ 276     $ (710 )   $ -     $ 10,382  
                                                 
Average Assets
  $ 2,889,348     $ 20,695     $ 457     $ 456,669     $ (449,663 )   $ 2,917,506  
 
 
 
 
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9.
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income

The components of other comprehensive (loss) income and the related tax effects were (In thousands):
 
   
Three months ended June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
   
Before tax
   
Tax effect
   
Net of tax
   
Before tax
   
Tax effect
   
Net of tax
 
Investment securities available for sale:
                                   
Unrealized holding (losses) gains arising during the period
  $ (9,071 )   $ 3,175     $ (5,896 )   $ 977     $ (342 )   $ 635  
Reclassification adjustment
    -       -       -       (7 )     2       (5 )
Change in cash flow hedge
    352       (123 )     229       (420 )     147       (273 )
Other comprehensive (loss) income
  $ (8,719 )   $ 3,052     $ (5,667 )   $ 550     $ (193 )   $ 357  

 
   
Six months ended June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
   
Before tax
   
Tax effect
   
Net of tax
   
Before tax
   
Tax effect
   
Net of tax
 
Investment securities available for sale:
                                   
Unrealized holding (losses) gains arising during the period
  $ (11,241 )   $ 3,935     $ (7,306 )   $ 503     $ (176 )   $ 327  
Reclassification adjustment
    (6 )     2       (4 )     (79 )     28       (51 )
Change in post retirement liability
    (177 )     62       (115 )     3       (1 )     2  
Change in cash flow hedge
    426       (149 )     277       (462 )     162       (300 )
Other comprehensive loss
  $ (10,998 )   $ 3,850     $ (7,148 )   $ (35 )   $ 13     $ (22 )
There were no significant reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income during the periods presented.

Cumulative other comprehensive income balances were (In thousands):
 
   
Investment securities available for sale
   
Postretirement liability
   
Cash flow hedge
   
Cumulative other comprehensive income
 
Balance, January 1, 2012
  $ 11,582     $ (1,725 )   $ (523 )   $ 9,334  
Net change
    276       2       (300 )     (22 )
Balance, June 30, 2012
  $ 11,858     $ (1,723 )   $ (823 )   $ 9,312  
                                 
Balance, January 1, 2013
  $ 12,391     $ (1,532 )   $ (952 )   $ 9,907  
Net change
    (7,310 )     (115 )     277       (7,148 )
Balance, June 30, 2013
  $ 5,081     $ (1,647 )   $ (675 )   $ 2,759  

 
10.
Share Repurchase Plan

Our Board approved a share repurchase program in December of 2012, authorizing 1,500,000 shares for repurchase.  There is no stated expiration for the share repurchase program.  Since the inception of this share repurchase program, we have repurchased 448 thousand shares of our common stock for a total cash investment of $6.9 million.  This program was suspended during the second quarter when merger negotiations began with Union First Market Bankshares Corporation.

The table below presents information with respect to our common stock purchases made during the six months ended June 30, (In thousands, except per share data):
 
   
2013
 
Total number of shares purchased
    448  
Average price paid per share
  $ 15.47  
Total investment
  $ 6,938  

 
11.
New Authoritative Accounting Guidance

In February 2013, the FASB issued ASU 2013-02, Other Comprehensive Income (Topic 220) – Reporting of Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income.  The Update was issued to improve the transparency of reporting these reclassifications; the amendments do not change the current requirements for reporting net income or other comprehensive income in financial statements and all information required by this ASU was already required to be disclosed elsewhere in the financial statements.  The ASU requires presentation, either on the face of the statement where net income is presented or in the notes, of the effects on the line items of net income of significant amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income, but only if the item reclassified is required under USGAAP to be reclassified to net income in its entirety in the same reporting period.  Additionally, a company must cross-reference to other disclosures currently required under USGAAP for other reclassification items that are not required under USGAAP to be reclassified directly to net income in their entirety in the same reporting period.  This would be the case when a portion of the amount reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income is initially transferred to a balance sheet account instead of directly to income or expense.  This Update becomes effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2012.  We followed the new guidance effective first quarter of 2013 by adding the required disclosure.  This had no effect on our consolidated financial position or consolidated results of operations as a result of adoption.

 
The following discussion provides management’s analysis of the consolidated financial results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and capital resources of StellarOne Corporation and our affiliates.  This discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and footnotes appearing elsewhere in this report.

Critical Accounting Policies

General

Our financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“USGAAP”).  The financial information contained within our statements is, to a significant extent, financial information that is based on measures of the financial effects of transactions and events that have already occurred.  A variety of factors could affect the ultimate value that is obtained either when earning income, recognizing an expense, recovering an asset or relieving a liability.  We use historical loss factors as one factor in determining inherent losses in our loan portfolio.  Actual losses could differ significantly from the historical factors that we use.

Investment Securities

Debt securities that management has the positive intent and ability to hold to maturity are classified as “held to maturity” and recorded at amortized cost.  Securities not classified as held to maturity, including equity securities with readily determinable fair values, are classified as “available for sale” and recorded at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses excluded from earnings and reported in other comprehensive income.  The initial classification of securities is determined at the date of purchase.

Based on management’s interpretations of related authoritative accounting guidance, management has determined that other-than-temporary impairment on equity securities exists and should be recorded if the fair value of an equity security represents (1) less than 70% of the carrying value of a security regardless of loss period, or (2) if the loss period has been more than 18 months regardless of the fair value’s relationship to carrying value.  If either of these conditions does not exist, but management becomes aware of possible impairment outside of this scope, management will conduct additional research to determine if market price recoveries can reasonably be expected to occur within an acceptable forecast period.  For purposes of this analysis, a near term recovery period has been defined as 3-6 months.

Purchase premiums and discounts are recognized in interest income using the effective interest method over the terms of the securities.  Declines in the fair value of held to maturity and available for sale securities below their cost that are deemed to be other than temporary are reflected in earnings as realized losses.  In estimating other-than-temporary impairment losses, management considers (1) the length of time and the extent to which the fair value has been less than cost, (2) the financial condition and near term prospects of the issuer, and (3) the intent and ability of us to retain our investment in the issuer for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated increase in fair value.  Gains and losses on the sale of securities are recorded on the trade date and are determined using the specific identification method.  Please see Note 2 of Notes to Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information related to investment securities.

Allowance for Loan Losses

The allowance for loan losses is established as losses are estimated to have been incurred, but not realized through a provision for loan losses charged to earnings.  Loan losses are charged against the allowance when management believes the uncollectibility of a loan balance is confirmed.  Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance.

Our banking subsidiary conducts an analysis of the loan portfolio on a regular basis.  This analysis is used in assessing the sufficiency of the allowance for loan losses and in the determination of the necessary provision for loan losses.  The review process generally begins with lenders identifying problem loans to be reviewed on an individual basis for impairment.  When a loan has been identified as impaired (i.e. it is probable that we will be unable to collect amounts due according to the original contractual terms), a specific reserve may be established based on management’s calculation of the loss embedded in the individual loan.  Loans meeting the criteria for impairment are segregated for analysis from performing loans within the portfolio.  In addition to impairment testing, the banking subsidiary has a grading system which is applied to each non-homogeneous loan in the portfolio.  Loans are then grouped by loan type and, in the case of commercial and construction loans, by risk rating.  Each loan type is assigned an allowance factor based on historical loss experience, economic conditions, overall portfolio quality including delinquency rates and commercial real estate loan concentrations. The total of specific reserves required for impaired classified loans and the calculated reserves by loan category are then used to compute an estimated range of losses which is then compared to the recorded allowance for loan losses.  This evaluation is inherently subjective as it requires estimates that are susceptible to significant revision as more information becomes available.

A loan is considered impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that we will be unable to collect the scheduled payments of principal or interest when due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  Factors considered by management for impaired loans include payment status, collateral value, and the probability of collecting scheduled principal and interest payments when due.  Loans that experience insignificant payment delays and payment shortfalls generally are not classified as impaired.  Management determines the significance of payment delays and payment shortfalls on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration all of the circumstances surrounding the loan and the borrower, including the length of the delay, the reasons for the delay, the borrower’s prior payment record, and the amount of the shortfall in relation to the principal and interest owed.  Impairment is measured on a loan-by-loan basis for commercial and construction loans by either the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate, the loan’s obtainable market price, or the fair value of the collateral if the loan is collateral dependent. Larger groups of smaller balance homogeneous loans are collectively evaluated for impairment.

In situations where, for economic or legal reasons related to a borrower’s financial difficulties, we grant a concession for other than an insignificant period of time to the borrower than we would otherwise consider, the related loan is classified as a troubled debt restructuring (“TDR”).  We strive to identify borrowers in financial difficulty early and work with them to modify to more affordable terms before their loan reaches nonaccrual status.  These modified terms may include rate reductions, principal forgiveness, payment forbearance and other actions intended to minimize the economic loss and to avoid foreclosure or repossession of the collateral.

Accrued Losses Associated With Mortgage Indemnifications and Repurchases

In certain loan sales, we provide recourse to the buyer whereby we are required to repurchase loans at par value plus accrued interest on the occurrence of certain credit-related events within a certain time period.  The maximum exposure to loss represents the outstanding principal balance of the loans sold that are subject to recourse provisions, but the likelihood of the repurchase of the entire balance is remote and amounts paid can be recovered in whole or in part from the sale of collateral.

We enter into other types of indemnification agreements in the ordinary course of business under which we agree to indemnify third parties against any damages, losses and expenses incurred in connection with legal and other proceedings arising from relationships or transactions with us.  These relationships or transactions include those arising from service as a director or officer of the company, acquisition agreements and various other business transactions or arrangements.  Because the extent of our obligations under these agreements depends entirely upon the occurrence of future events, our potential future liability under these agreements has been estimated based on our recent historic run rate.

Goodwill

Goodwill and intangible assets that have indefinite useful lives are evaluated for impairment annually or more frequently if events and circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. Our annual impairment measurement date is October 1.  This annual assessment will be completed during the fourth quarter. Since our most recent annual impairment test, there have been no significant negative changes in market conditions or forecasted future income; and actual earnings have improved. As such, management determined there were no additional indicators of potential impairment and no interim goodwill impairment test was performed.

Additionally, acquired intangible assets (such as core deposit intangibles) are separately recognized if the benefit of the asset can be sold, transferred, licensed, rented, or exchanged, and amortized over their useful life.   The cost of purchased deposit relationships and other intangible assets, based on independent valuation, are being amortized over their estimated lives not to exceed fifteen years.  These intangible assets will be evaluated for impairment if a triggering event occurs; no such event was identified during the quarter.

Deferred Taxes

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined using the liability (or balance sheet) method.  Under this method, the net deferred tax asset or liability is determined based on the tax effects of the temporary differences between the book and tax bases of the various balance sheet assets and liabilities and gives current recognition to changes in tax rates and laws.  Deferred taxes are reduced by a valuation allowance when, in the opinion of management, it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.  No such valuation is deemed necessary as of June 30, 2013, as management has not taken any tax positions that it deems to be considered uncertain.
 
 
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Stock-Based Compensation

We have a stock-based employee compensation plan under which nonqualified stock options may be granted periodically to certain employees.  Our stock options typically have an exercise price equal to at least the fair value of the stock on the date of grant, and vest based on continued service with the company for a specified period, generally five years. We recognize the associated compensation cost relating to share-based payment transactions in the consolidated financial statements. The cost is measured based on the fair value of the equity or liability instruments issued.

New awards to employees eligible for retirement prior to the award becoming fully vested are recognized as compensation cost over the period through the date that the employee first becomes eligible to retire and is no longer required to provide service to earn the award.

Foreclosed Assets

Real estate acquired through, or in lieu of, foreclosure are held for sale and are initially recorded at fair value less costs to sell, establishing a new cost basis.  Subsequent to foreclosure, valuations are periodically performed by management and the assets are carried at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less cost to sell.  Revenues and expenses from operations and changes in the valuation are included in other operating expenses.
 
About StellarOne Corporation
 
Headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, StellarOne Corporation is the holding company for StellarOne Bank, which has 56 branches and more than 75 ATMs throughout Central and Southwest Virginia.
 
Additional information is available on the Company’s website at http://stellarone.com under the tab “investor relations”. The information contained on the Company’s website is not a part of this report. Shares of the Company’s common stock are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol STEL.

Union Merger

On June 9, 2013, StellarOne Corporation (“StellarOne”) and Union First Market Bankshares Corporation (“Union”) entered into an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (the “Merger Agreement”) pursuant to which StellarOne will merge with and into Union (the “Merger”).   As a result of the Merger, the holders of shares of StellarOne common stock will receive 0.9739 shares of Union common stock for each share of StellarOne common stock held immediately prior to the effective date of the Merger. After the Merger and at a time to be determined by Union, StellarOne Bank, StellarOne’s wholly-owned bank subsidiary, will be merged with and into Union First Market Bank, Union’s wholly-owned bank subsidiary (“Union Bank”). 

At the effective date of the Merger, Union’s Board of Directors will be comprised of not more than nineteen directors consisting of not more than eleven current Union directors, including Union’s current chief executive officer, G. William Beale, and eight former StellarOne directors.  Following the Merger, Raymond D. Smoot, Jr., current Chairman of the Board of Directors of StellarOne, will serve as Union’s Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Ronald L. Hicks, Union’s current Chairman of the Board, will serve as Vice Chairman.  The current executive officers of Union will be the executive officers of Union after the Merger.

The completion of the Merger is subject to various closing conditions, including obtaining the requisite approvals of Union’s and StellarOne’s stockholders, receiving certain regulatory approvals and the effectiveness of Union's registration statement on Form S-4 for the Union common stock to be issued in the Merger. The transaction is expected to close around January 1, 2014.

Results of Operations

Our second quarter 2013 earnings were $6.3 million, or $0.28 net income per diluted share. This represents a 29.4% increase over net income of $4.9 million or $0.21 per diluted share recognized during the same quarter in the prior year, and represents a 6.9% increase over net income of $5.9 million or $0.26 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2013. Revenue growth, improvement in asset quality and reduced operating expenses contributed to this increase.

For the six months ended June 30, 2013, earnings were $12.2 million or $0.53 per diluted share, up 17.8% compared to $10.4 million or $0.45 per diluted share in 2012. Continuing improvements in asset quality, non-interest revenue growth and reduced operating expenses contributed to the growth in earnings.

Operating Segment Results

Mortgage banking-related fees totaled $1.9 million for the second quarter of 2013, or up $92 thousand or 5.0% compared to $1.8 million for the first quarter of 2013 and up $546 thousand, or 39.5%, compared to $1.4 million in the same quarter in 2012.  Loans sold in the second quarter of 2013 totaled $76.6 million or down $2.4 million or 3.0% from the $79.0 million sold during the first quarter of 2013. The mortgage segment contributed after-tax earnings of $701 thousand for the current quarter, compared to $482 thousand last quarter, and $209 thousand for same quarter last year.

Period end loans associated with our Commercial Banking segment increased $41.5 million sequentially or 1.94% compared to the first quarter of 2013, while average loans for the second quarter of 2013 were $2.16 billion, up $47.1 million or 2.23% compared to the first quarter of 2013.

Retail banking fee income associated with the Commercial Banking segment totaled $3.5 million for the second quarter of 2013, an increase of $404 thousand or 13.2% sequentially and increased $190 thousand or 5.8% over the same quarter in 2012.  An increase in overdraft revenue led to the sequential and increase while all other retail banking revenue streams remained stable. For the six month period ended June 30, retail banking fees amounted to $6.5 million, down $85 thousand or 1.3% compared to same period in 2012 on less interchange fee income for the cumulative period.

Wealth management revenues from trust and brokerage fees for the second quarter of 2013 were $1.39 million or up $161 thousand or 13.1% on a sequential quarter basis and up $207 thousand or 17.5% when compared to the second quarter of 2012. Revenue increases for both comparisons are a result of higher fee realizations and growth in assets. For the six month period ended June 30, wealth management fee amounted to $2.6 million, up $207 thousand or 8.6% compared to same period in 2012 on higher fee realizations and asset growth.

Fiduciary assets amounted to $539.7 million at June 30, 2013, compared to $456.6 million at December 31, 2013. After-tax earnings were $271 thousand for the quarter, compared to $135 thousand sequentially and $101 thousand for the same quarter last year.
 
Net Interest Income

The net interest margin was 3.73% for the second quarter of 2013, compared to 3.78% for the first quarter of 2013 and 3.84% for the second quarter of 2012.  The average yield on earning assets for the current quarter decreased 10 basis points to 4.27% on a sequential basis.  Loan and investment yields contracted 15 basis points and 3 basis points, respectively, on a sequential basis.  Loan yields contracted due to re-pricing within the current portfolio and reduced yields on new production.  Investment yields contracted due to lower yields realized on the recent investment activity in the current low rate environment.  Continued reductions in deposit costs are reflected by the 6 basis point improvement in the cost of interest bearing liabilities noted sequentially, moving from 0.72% during the first quarter of 2013 to 0.66% during the second quarter of 2013.  Revenue associated with net interest income on a tax-equivalent basis remained stable at $25.0 million for the second quarter of 2013, compared to $24.9 million for the second quarter last year and $24.9 million in the first quarter of 2013.

The net interest margin was 3.75% for the six months ended June 30, 2013, compared to 3.84% for the first six months of 2012.  Revenue associated with net interest income on a tax-equivalent basis remained stable at $49.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2013, compared to $49.6 million for the first six months of 2012. Similar trends were noted for the six month period as indicated for the three month period above.
 
 
 
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STELLARONE CORPORATION (NASDAQ: STEL)
                                   
CONSOLIDATED AVERAGE BALANCES, YIELDS AND RATES (UNAUDITED)
                               
THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2013 AND 2012
                                   
(Dollars in thousands)
                                   
                                     
                                     
   
For the Three Months Ended June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
   
Average
   
Interest
   
Average
   
Average
   
Interest
   
Average
 
 
 
Balance
   
Inc/Exp
   
Rates
   
Balance
   
Inc/Exp
   
Rates
 
                                     
Assets
                                   
Loans receivable, net (1)
  $ 2,181,889     $ 25,403       4.67 %   $ 2,051,477     $ 25,931       5.08 %
Investment securities
                                               
Taxable
    363,335       1,364       1.49 %     373,959       1,719       1.82 %
Tax exempt (1)
    124,358       1,784       5.68 %     137,336       2,008       5.78 %
Total investments
    487,693       3,148       2.55 %     511,295       3,727       2.88 %
                                                 
Federal funds sold and deposits in other banks
    14,249       11       0.33 %     50,506       31       0.24 %
      501,942       3,159       2.49 %     561,801       3,758       2.64 %
                                                 
Total earning assets
    2,683,831     $ 28,562       4.27 %     2,613,278     $ 29,689       4.57 %
                                                 
Total nonearning assets
    325,648                       324,113                  
                                                 
Total assets
  $ 3,009,479                     $ 2,937,391                  
                                                 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
                                               
Interest-bearing deposits
                                               
    Interest checking
  $ 624,335     $ 154       0.10 %   $ 592,218     $ 396       0.27 %
    Money market
    459,774       391       0.34 %     414,588       501       0.49 %
    Savings
    315,081       76       0.10 %     310,126       249       0.32 %
    Time deposits:
                                               
        Less than $100,000
    455,691       1,370       1.20 %     495,670       1,785       1.45 %
        $100,000 and more
    229,502       859       1.50 %     255,600       1,065       1.68 %
Total interest-bearing deposits
    2,084,383       2,850       0.55 %     2,068,202       3,996       0.78 %
                                                 
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase
    4,216       9       0.84 %     862       6       2.95 %
Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    60,143       411       2.70 %     55,000       409       2.94 %
Subordinated debt
    32,991       342       4.10 %     32,991       343       4.11 %
                                                 
      97,350       762       3.10 %     88,853       758       3.38 %
                                                 
    Total interest-bearing liabilities
    2,181,733       3,612       0.66 %     2,157,055       4,754       0.89 %
                                                 
    Total noninterest-bearing liabilities
    401,680                       359,630                  
                                                 
Total liabilities
    2,583,413                       2,516,685                  
Stockholders' equity
    426,066                       420,706                  
                                                 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
  $ 3,009,479                     $ 2,937,391                  
                                                 
                                                 
Net interest income (tax equivalent)
          $ 24,950                     $ 24,935          
    Average interest rate spread
                    3.60 %                     3.68 %
    Interest expense as percentage of average earning assets
                    0.54 %                     0.73 %
    Net interest margin
                    3.73 %                     3.84 %
 
(1)  
Income and yields are reported on a taxable equivalent basis using a 35% tax rate.
 
 
 
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STELLARONE CORPORATION (NASDAQ: STEL)
                                   
CONSOLIDATED AVERAGE BALANCES, YIELDS AND RATES (UNAUDITED)
                                   
SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2013 AND 2012
                                   
(Dollars in thousands)
                                   
                                     
                                     
   
For the Six Months Ended June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
   
Average
   
Interest
   
Average
   
Average
   
Interest
   
Average
 
 
 
Balance
   
Inc/Exp
   
Rates
   
Balance
   
Inc/Exp
   
Rates
 
                                     
Assets
                                   
Loans receivable, net (1)
  $ 2,161,974     $ 50,879       4.75 %   $ 2,053,153     $ 51,971       5.09 %
Investment securities
                                               
Taxable
    371,190       2,808       1.50 %     348,165       3,329       1.89 %
Tax exempt (1)
    125,625       3,608       5.71 %     138,100       4,008       5.74 %
Total investments
    496,815       6,416       2.57 %     486,265       7,337       2.98 %
                                                 
Federal funds sold and deposits in other banks
    18,917       30       0.32 %     54,914       65       0.23 %
      515,732       6,446       2.49 %     541,179       7,402       2.70 %
                                                 
Total earning assets
    2,677,706     $ 57,325       4.32 %     2,594,332     $ 59,373       4.60 %
                                                 
Total nonearning assets
    323,474                       323,174                  
                                                 
Total assets
  $ 3,001,180                     $ 2,917,506                  
                                                 
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
                                               
Interest-bearing deposits
                                               
    Interest checking
  $ 625,683     $ 354       0.11 %   $ 588,618     $ 791       0.27 %
    Money market
    461,860       875       0.38 %     413,664       1,045       0.51 %
    Savings
    314,481       181       0.12 %     303,249       581       0.39 %
    Time deposits:
                                               
        Less than $100,000
    457,747       2,809       1.24 %     501,733       3,682       1.48 %
        $100,000 and more
    230,193       1,748       1.53 %     257,482       2,174       1.70 %
Total interest-bearing deposits
    2,089,964       5,967       0.58 %     2,064,746       8,273       0.81 %
                                                 
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreements to repurchase
    2,809       16       1.13 %     848       13       2.95 %
Federal Home Loan Bank advances
    57,587       816       2.82 %     56,181       847       2.98 %
Subordinated debt
    32,991       678       4.09 %     32,991       684       4.10 %
                                                 
      93,387       1,510       3.22 %     90,020       1,544       3.39 %
                                                 
    Total interest-bearing liabilities
    2,183,351       7,477       0.69 %     2,154,766       9,817       0.92 %
                                                 
    Total noninterest-bearing liabilities
    389,438                       343,888                  
                                                 
Total liabilities
    2,572,789                       2,498,654                  
Stockholders' equity
    428,391                       418,852                  
                                                 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
  $ 3,001,180                     $ 2,917,506                  
                                                 
                                                 
Net interest income (tax equivalent)
          $ 49,848                     $ 49,556          
    Average interest rate spread
                    3.63 %                     3.68 %
    Interest expense as percentage of average earning assets
                    0.56 %                     0.76 %
    Net interest margin
                    3.75 %                     3.84 %
 
(1)  
Income and yields are reported on a taxable equivalent basis using a 35% tax rate.

 
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS


Noninterest Income

On an operating basis, which excludes gains and losses from sales and impairments of securities and other assets, total non-interest income amounted to $7.8 million for the second quarter of 2013, up $397 thousand or 5.3% on a sequential basis compared to $7.4 million for the first quarter of 2013, and up $1.3 million or 9.4% compared to the second quarter last year. The sequential quarter increase in operating noninterest income stemmed largely from continued strong production volumes from our mortgage segment.  The majority of the increase for the same quarter compared to the prior year is related to increases in wealth management fee income, insurance income, retail banking fees and loan swap fee income.

Total non-interest income on an operating basis amounted to $15.3 million for the first six months of 2013, or up $1.3 million or 9.4% compared to the same period in the prior year. Strong performance from our wealth and mortgage banking lines contributed $811 thousand to the increase, paired with a $779 thousand reduction in losses associated with mortgage indemnifications and other real estate owned.

Noninterest Expense

Noninterest expenses were $23.3 million for the second quarter of 2013, up sequentially by $483 thousand or 2.1% compared to $22.8 million in the first quarter of 2013, and up $45 thousand or 0.2% compared to second quarter of 2012.

The sequential quarter increase in noninterest expense was driven by $871 thousand in merger related costs associated with pending merger with Union. Excluding the non-recurring merger costs, operating expenses would have been $22.4 million, down $389 thousand or 1.7% sequentially, and down $826 thousand or 3.6% compared to same quarter last year. Compensation and benefits were $12.0 million for the second quarter of 2013, down sequentially by $444 thousand or 3.6% compared to $12.4 million in the first quarter of 2013, and down $843 thousand or 6.6% compared to second quarter of 2012. The decrease sequentially was attributable to a reduction in incentive costs and ongoing efficiency efforts. The decrease relative to 2012 was related to $824 thousand in severance pay incurred in second quarter 2012, along with ongoing efficiency initiatives.

The efficiency ratio was 66.81% for the second quarter of 2013, compared to 69.19% for the first quarter of 2013 and 70.74% for the same quarter in 2012.  The sequential quarter improvement reflects revenue growth for the quarter coupled with lower operating expenses.   The year over year decrease reflects similar trends improved revenue and operating expenses, but also reflects the impact of severance costs on the second quarter 2012 efficiency ratio.

The efficiency ratio was 67.99% for the first six months in 2013, compared to 69.76% for the same period in 2012. The improvement in the efficiency ratio reflects an increase in revenues offset by a decrease in operating noninterest expense associated with our efficiency initiatives. Noninterest expense, adjusted to exclude merger costs and amortization of intangibles, for the first six months of 2013 amounted to $49.8 million, or down $261 thousand or 0.5% when compared to $46.6 million for the same period in the prior year.
 
Income Taxes  

The provision for income taxes was $2.9 million for the second quarter of 2013 compared to $2.3 million for the first quarter of 2013, and $1.8 million for the same quarter last year. This produced an effective tax rate for the second quarter of 2013 of 31.6% compared to 27.6% for the prior quarter and 26.6% for same quarter last year. The increase in the tax rate as compared to sequential and prior year effective tax rates was due to the impact of $758 thousand in merger costs incurred during the quarter which are non-deductible for tax purposes.

For the six month period ended June 30, 2013, income tax expense was $5.2 million, or an effective rate of 29.7% compared to $3.9 million, or an effective rate of 27.2% for the same period in 2012. The increase in effective rate is attributable to the aforementioned non-deductible merger costs and the impact of proportionally higher income levels relative to permanent differences.  Our effective tax rate for the first six months of 2013 represents our anticipated effective rate for the remainder of 2013, however, changes in anticipated merger costs and the income stream could cause shifts in this anticipated effective rate.

Asset Quality

Non-performing assets totaled $30.2 million at June 30, 2013, down $7.7 million or 20.3% sequentially from $37.9 million at March 31, 2013 and down $12.3 million or 29.0% compared to $42.5 million at June 30, 2012.  The ratio of non-performing assets as a percentage of total assets dropped to 1.0% as of June 30, 2013, compared to 1.36% as of March 31, 2013 and was also down when compared to 1.43% at June 30, 2012.  

Net charge-offs for the second quarter of 2013 totaled $1.3 million, decreased $175 thousand or 11.9% compared to the $1.5 million for the first quarter of 2013 and down $1.6 million or 54.8% when compared to $2.9 million for the second quarter of 2012.  Annualized net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans receivable amounted to 0.24% for the second quarter of 2013, down from 0.28% for the first quarter of 2013 and down from 0.56% for the second quarter of 2012.  

The allowance as a percentage of non-performing loans was 104.7% at June 30, 2013, improved from the 92.3% at March 31, 2013. The allowance for loan losses was $27.4 million at June 30, 2013, compared to $29.1 million at March 31, 2013. The allowance as a percentage of total loans was 1.25% at June 30, 2013, compared to 1.36% at March 31, 2013.

Foreclosed assets totaled $4.1 million at June 30, 2013, down $2.3 million or 35.9% compared to $6.4 million at March 31, 2013 and down $2.9 million or 41.6% compared to $7.0 million at June 30, 2012.

Included in the loan portfolio at June 30, 2013, are loans classified as troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”) totaling $20.6 million or 0.9% of total loans.  TDRs were reduced sequentially by 10.7% or $2.4 million as compared to $23.0 million at March 31, 2013. At June 30, 2013, $18.5 million or 89.8% of total TDRs were performing under the modified terms.  

StellarOne recorded a credit to the provision for loan losses of $385 thousand for the second quarter of 2013, a decrease of $1.1 million compared to the $700 thousand charged for the first quarter of 2013 and a decrease of $1.8 million compared to the second quarter of 2012.  The decreased provisioning throughout 2013 is reflective of the continued improvement in underlying credit quality metrics used in measuring the risk inherent in the loan portfolio.  During the first half of 2013, we have seen a net reduction of $3.5 million in individually impaired nonperforming loans with a corresponding decline of $536 thousand in specific reserves.  Additionally, we have also noted a $6.3 million decline in nonperforming loans accounted for within the pooled portion of the reserve.  These credit quality improvements combined with the substantial improvement in charge-offs have led to a lower reserve requirement and decreased provisioning.
 
Our nonaccrual loans are composed of the following (in thousands):

   
June 30, 2013
 
   
Loans Outstanding
   
Nonaccrual Loans
   
Nonaccrual Loans to Loans Outstanding
 
Construction and land development
  $ 225,269     $ 6,649       2.95 %
Commercial real estate:
                       
  Commercial real estate - owner occupied
    368,291       1,582       0.43 %
  Commercial real estate - non-owner occupied
    488,408       779       0.16 %
  Multifamily, nonresidential, farmland and junior liens
    126,920       4,595       3.62 %
      Total commercial real estate
    983,619       6,956       0.71 %
Consumer real estate:
                       
  Home equity lines
    237,538       2,769       1.17 %
  Secured by 1-4 family residential, secured by deeds of trust
    482,173       8,763       1.82 %
      Total consumer real estate
    719,711       11,532       1.60 %
Commercial and industrial loans (except those secured by real estate)
    207,841       945       0.45 %
Consumer and other
    46,986       12       0.03 %
Total loans
  $ 2,183,426     $ 26,094       1.20 %

The following table provides information on asset quality statistics for the periods presented (in thousands):
 
   
June 30,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
Non accrual loans
  $ 23,987     $ 30,511  
Non accrual TDR's
    2,107       4,971  
Total non-performing loans
    26,094       35,482  
Foreclosed assets
    4,095       7,014  
Total non-performing assets
  $ 30,189     $ 42,496  
Nonperforming assets as a % of total assets
    1.00 %     1.43 %
Nonperforming assets as a % of loans plus foreclosed assets
    1.38 %     2.08 %
Allowance for loan losses as a % of total loans
    1.25 %     1.48 %
Annualized net charge-offs as a % of average loans outstanding - 3 months
    0.24 %     0.56 %
Annualized net charge-offs as a % of average loans outstanding - year to date
    0.26 %     0.46 %
 
 
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Capital Resources

The management of capital in a regulated financial services industry must properly balance return on equity to stockholders while maintaining sufficient capital levels and related risk-based capital ratios to satisfy regulatory requirements.  Additionally, capital management must also consider acquisition opportunities that may exist, and the resulting accounting treatment.  Our capital management strategies have been developed to provide attractive rates of returns to stockholders, while maintaining our “well-capitalized” position at the banking subsidiary.

Our primary source of additional capital is earnings retention, which represents net income less dividends declared.  We paid $4.1 million in common dividends during the six month period ended June 30, 2013.  These dividends combined with net income of $12.2 million resulted in an increase to retained earnings of $8.1 million during the period.  Future dividends will be dependent upon our ability to generate earnings in future periods.

We, along with our banking subsidiary, are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies.  Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandatory and possibly additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on us and the subsidiary bank’s financial statements.  Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act of 1991 (“FDICIA”), we and our banking subsidiary must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of our assets, liabilities and certain off-balance sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices.  The capital amounts and reclassifications are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings and other factors.

Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require our banking subsidiary and us to maintain minimum amounts and ratios of total and Tier 1 capital to average assets.  The most recent notification from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond categorized our subsidiary bank and us as “well capitalized” under FIDICIA.  There are no conditions or events that we believe have changed our subsidiary bank’s or our well capitalized position.

The following table includes information with respect to our risk-based capital and equity levels as of June 30, 2012 (in thousands):
   
Consolidated
   
Bank
 
Tier 1 capital
  $ 342,542     $ 325,694  
Tier 2 capital
    27,366       27,366  
Total risk-based capital
    369,908       353,060  
Total risk-weighted assets
    2,271,764       2,265,907  
Average adjusted total assets
    2,893,451       2,885,799  
Capital ratios:
               
   Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio
    15.08 %     14.37 %
   Total risk-based capital ratio
    16.28 %     15.58 %
   Leverage ratio (Tier 1 capital to average adjusted total assets)
    11.84 %     11.29 %
   Equity to assets ratio
    14.14 %     14.80 %
   Tangible common equity to assets ratio
    10.65 %     11.32 %

Liquidity

Liquidity is identified as the ability to generate or acquire sufficient amounts of cash when needed and at a reasonable cost to accommodate withdrawals, payments of debt, and increased loan demand.  These events may occur daily or at other short-term intervals in the normal operation of the business.  Experience helps management predict time cycles in the amount of cash required.  In assessing liquidity, management gives consideration to relevant factors including stability of deposits, quality of assets, economic conditions in the market served, concentrations of business and industry, competition, and our overall financial condition.  Our  bank subsidiary has available a $162.9 million line of credit with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta, uncollateralized, unused lines of credit totaling $76 million with nonaffiliated banks and access to the Federal Reserve discount window to support liquidity as conditions dictate.

The liquidity of our parent company also represents an important aspect of liquidity management. The parent company’s cash outflows consist of overhead associated with corporate expenses, executive management, finance, marketing, human resources, loan and deposit operations, information technology, audit, compliance and credit administration functions. It also includes outflows associated with dividends to common shareholders, dividends to preferred shareholders and interest on subordinated debt. The main sources of funding for the parent company are the management fees and dividends it receives from its banking subsidiary and availability on the equity market as deemed necessary.  As of June 30, 2013 there was $8.0 million in unrestricted funds that could be transferred from the bank subsidiary to us without prior regulatory approval.

In the judgment of management, we maintain the ability to generate sufficient amounts of cash to cover normal requirements and any additional funds as needs may arise.

Off Balance Sheet Items

There have been no material changes to the off balance sheet items disclosed in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis” in our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.

Contractual Obligations

There have been no material changes outside the ordinary course of business to the contractual obligations disclosed in our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.

Effects of Inflation

The effect of changing prices on financial institutions is typically different from other industries as our assets and liabilities are monetary in nature. Interest rates and thus our asset liability management are impacted by changes in inflation, but there is not a direct correlation between the two measures. Management monitors the impact of inflation on the financial markets.

Access to Filings

We file annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and other filings with the SEC.  The public may read and copy any documents the Company files at the SEC’s Public Reference Room at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549.  The public may obtain information on the operation of the Public Reference Room by calling the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330.  Our SEC filings can also be obtained on the SEC’s website on the internet at http://www.sec.gov.  Annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and amendments to those reports are posted on the Company’s website at http://www.stellarone.com under the “Investor Relations” tab as soon as reasonably practical after filing electronically with the SEC.



 
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This report refers to the efficiency ratio, which is computed by dividing noninterest expense less amortization of intangibles,  goodwill impairments and merger expenses as a percent of the sum of net interest income on a tax equivalent basis and noninterest income excluding gains on securities and losses on foreclosed assets.  The efficiency ratio is not a recognized reporting measure under USGAAP.  Management believes this measure provides investors with important information regarding our operational efficiency.  Management believes such financial information is meaningful to the reader in understanding operating performance, but cautions that such information not be viewed as a substitute for USGAAP. We, in referring to our net income, are referring to income under USGAAP.  Comparison of the efficiency ratio with those of other companies may not be possible, because other companies may calculate the efficiency ratio differently.

The following table presents a reconciliation to provide a more detailed analysis of this non-USGAAP performance measure:
 
                               
   
For the Three Months Ended
   
For the Six Months Ended
 
   
June 30, 2013
   
March 31, 2013
   
June 30, 2012
   
June 30, 2013
   
June 30, 2012
 
Noninterest expense
  $ 23,252     $ 22,770     $ 23,207     $ 46,022     $ 45,606  
Less:
                                       
   Merger expense
    871       -       -       871       -  
   Amortization of intangible assets
    320       311       413       631       825  
     Adjusted noninterest expense
    22,061       22,459       22,794       44,520       44,781  
                                         
Net interest income (tax equivalent)
    24,950       24,897       24,935       49,848       49,556  
Noninterest income
    7,826       7,439       7,076       15,265       14,045  
Less:
                                       
   Gains on sale of securities available for sale
    -       6       7       6       79  
   Losses / impairments on foreclosed assets
    (244 )     (130 )     (219 )     (375 )     (670 )
      Net revenues
  $ 33,020     $ 32,460     $ 32,223     $ 65,482     $ 64,192  
                                         
Efficiency ratio
    66.81 %     69.19 %     70.74 %     67.99 %     69.76 %


 
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The report also refers to the tangible common equity to assets ratio, which is computed by dividing total stockholders’ equity less core deposit intangibles, goodwill and preferred stock by total assets less core deposit intangibles and goodwill.  The tangible common equity to assets ratio is not a recognized reporting measure under USGAAP.  Management believes it provides investors with important information about the strength of the balance sheet by removing the intangible items from the equity to assets ratio.  The table below presents a reconciliation of this non-USGAAP measure.
 
   
Consolidated
   
Bank
 
Total stockholders' equity
  $ 426,329     $ 444,792  
Less:
               
Core deposit intangibles, net
    3,048       3,048  
Goodwill
    114,167       114,167  
Net other intangibles
    708       708  
Tangible common equity
    308,406       326,869  
                 
Total assets
    3,014,166       3,006,310  
Core deposit intangibles, net
    3,048       3,048  
Goodwill
    114,167       114,167  
Net other intangibles
    708       708  
Tangible assets
  $ 2,896,243     $ 2,888,387  
                 
Tangible common equity to assets ratio
    10.65 %     11.32 %
 
The report also refers to operating noninterest income, which is computed by subtracting gains on securities available for sale and gains (losses) on sale of premises and equipment from noninterest income.  Operating noninterest income is not a recognized reporting measure under USGAAP.  Management believes it provides investors with important information about core business earnings by removing the income from nonoperational items.  The table below presents a reconciliation of this non-USGAAP measure.
 
   
For the three months ended
 
   
June 30, 2013
   
June 30, 2012
 
Noninterest income
  $ 7,826     $ 7,076  
Less:
               
   Gains on securities available for sale
    -       7  
   Losses on sale of premises and equipment
    (14 )     8  
Noninterest income on an operating basis
  $ 7,840     $ 7,061  
                 
                 
   
For the six months ended
 
   
June 30, 2013
   
June 30, 2012
 
Noninterest income
  $ 15,265     $ 14,045  
Less:
               
   Gains on securities available for sale
    6       79  
   Losses on sale of premises and equipment
    (24 )     (7 )
Noninterest income on an operating basis
  $ 15,283     $ 13,973  


There have been no significant changes to the quantitative and qualitative market risk disclosures in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012.
 

We are required to include in our periodic reports, information regarding controls and procedures for complying with the disclosure requirements of the federal securities laws.  These disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to management, including the principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

We have established disclosure controls and procedures to ensure that material information related to us is made known to the principal executive officer and principal financial officer on a regular basis, in particular during the periods in which quarterly and annual reports are being prepared.  The principal executive officer and principal financial officer evaluated the effectiveness of these disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report and, based on their evaluation, concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures are operating effectively.

Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that disclosure controls and procedures will detect or uncover every situation involving the failure of persons within the organization to disclose material information otherwise required to be set forth in the period reports.

Management is also responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal controls over financial reporting and control of assets to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. In the normal course of business, we review and change internal controls to reflect changes in business including acquisition related improvements. There have been no changes in internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter ended June 30, 2013 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, internal control over financial reporting.

 
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STELLARONE CORPORATION
PART II   OTHER INFORMATION


LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.

From time to time, StellarOne is subject to various legal proceedings and claims which arise in the ordinary course of business. StellarOne Corporation (“StellarOne”) believes that such litigation will not materially affect StellarOne’s consolidated financial position or results of operations.

In June 2013, a purported shareholder of StellarOne filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia captioned “Jaclyn Crescente v. StellarOne Corporation, et als.” This lawsuit names StellarOne, members of StellarOne’s board of directors, and Union First Market Bankshares Corporation as defendants, and is purportedly brought on behalf of a putative class of StellarOne’s common shareholders and seeks a declaration that the lawsuits are properly maintainable as a class action with the named plaintiff as the proper class representative. The lawsuit alleges that StellarOne, StellarOne’s board of directors, and Union First Market Bankshares Corporation breached duties and/or aided and abetted such breaches by failing to properly value the shares of StellarOne and agreeing to certain terms of the transaction. StellarOne believes that the claims are without merit.
 
RISK FACTORS.
 
Other than the additional items disclosed below, there have been no material changes to the risk factors as previously disclosed in Part I, Item IA of our Annual Report on Form 10K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.

Combining Union and StellarOne may be more difficult, costly or time-consuming than we expect.

The success of the Merger will depend, in part, on Union’s ability to realize the anticipated benefits and cost savings from combining the businesses of Union and StellarOne and to combine the businesses of Union and StellarOne in a manner that permits growth opportunities and cost savings to be realized without materially disrupting the existing customer relationships of StellarOne or decreasing revenues due to loss of customers.  However, to realize these anticipated benefits and cost savings, Union must successfully combine the businesses of Union and StellarOne.  If Union is not able to achieve these objectives, the anticipated benefits and cost savings of the Merger may not be realized fully or at all or may take longer to realize than expected.

Union and StellarOne have operated, and, until the completion of the Merger, will continue to operate, independently.  The success of the Merger will depend, in part, on Union’s ability to successfully combine the businesses of Union and StellarOne. To realize these anticipated benefits, after the completion of the Merger, Union expects to integrate StellarOne’s business into its own.  The integration process in the Merger could result in the loss of key employees, the disruption of each party’s ongoing business, inconsistencies in standards, controls, procedures and policies that affect adversely either party’s ability to maintain relationships with customers and employees or achieve the anticipated benefits of the Merger.  The loss of key employees could adversely affect Union’s ability to successfully conduct its business in the markets in which StellarOne now operates, which could have an adverse effect on Union’s financial results and the value of its common stock. If Union experiences difficulties with the integration process, the anticipated benefits of the Merger may not be realized fully or at all, or may take longer to realize than expected.  As with any merger of financial institutions, there also may be disruptions that cause Union and StellarOne to lose customers or cause customers to withdraw their deposits from StellarOne’s or Union’s banking subsidiaries, or other unintended consequences that could have a material adverse effect on Union’s results of operations or financial condition after the Merger.  These integration matters could have an adverse effect on StellarOne during this transition period and on Union for an undetermined period after consummation of the Merger.

The Merger may distract management of StellarOne from its other responsibilities.

The Merger could cause the management of StellarOne to focus its time and energies on matters related to the Merger that otherwise would be directed to its business and operations. Any such distraction on the part of StellarOne’s management, if significant, could affect its ability to service existing business and develop new business and adversely affect the business and earnings of StellarOne before the Merger, or the business and earnings of Union after the Merger.

Termination of the Merger Agreement could negatively impact StellarOne.

If the Merger Agreement is terminated, StellarOne’s business may be impacted adversely by the failure to pursue other beneficial opportunities due to the focus of management on the Merger, without realizing any of the anticipated benefits of completing the Merger. Additionally, if the Merger Agreement is terminated, the market price of StellarOne’s common stock could decline to the extent that the current market prices reflect a market assumption that the Merger will be completed. Furthermore, costs relating to the Merger, such as legal, accounting and financial advisory fees, must be paid even if the Merger is not completed.  If the Merger Agreement is terminated under certain circumstances, including circumstances involving a change in recommendation by StellarOne’s board of directors, StellarOne may be required to pay to Union a termination fee of $21.8 million.

The Merger Agreement limits the ability of StellarOne to pursue alternatives to the Merger.
 
The Merger Agreement contains “no-shop” provisions that, subject to limited exceptions, limit the ability of StellarOne to discuss, facilitate or commit to competing third-party proposals to acquire all or a significant part of StellarOne.  In addition, under certain circumstances, if the Merger Agreement is terminated and StellarOne, subject to certain restrictions, consummates a similar transaction other than the Merger, StellarOne must pay to Union a termination fee of $21.8 million.  These provisions might discourage a potential competing acquiror that might have an interest in acquiring all or a significant part of StellarOne from considering or proposing the acquisition even if it were prepared to pay consideration, with respect to StellarOne, with a higher per share market price than that proposed in the Merger.

Regulatory approvals may not be received, may take longer than expected, or may impose conditions that are not presently anticipated or that could have an adverse effect on the combined company following the Merger.
 
Before the Merger may be completed, Union and StellarOne must obtain approvals from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Virginia State Corporation Commission. Other approvals, waivers or consents from regulators may also be required. These regulators may impose conditions on the completion of the Merger or require changes to the terms of the Merger. Although Union and StellarOne do not currently expect that any such conditions or changes would be imposed, there can be no assurance that they will not be, and such conditions or changes could have the effect of delaying or preventing completion of the Merger or imposing additional costs on or limiting the revenues of the combined company following the Merger, any of which might have an adverse effect on the combined company following the Merger.

StellarOne will be subject to business uncertainties and contractual restrictions while the Merger is pending.
 
Uncertainty about the effect of the Merger on employees and customers may have an adverse effect on StellarOne. These uncertainties may impair StellarOne’s ability to attract, retain and motivate key personnel until the Merger is completed, and could cause customers and others that deal with StellarOne to seek to change existing business relationships with StellarOne. Retention of certain employees by StellarOne may be challenging while the Merger is pending, as certain employees may experience uncertainty about their future roles with StellarOne or the combined company following the Merger. If key employees depart because of issues relating to the uncertainty and difficulty of integration or a desire not to remain with StellarOne or the combined company following the Merger, StellarOne’s business, or the business of the combined company following the Merger, could be harmed. In addition, subject to certain exceptions, StellarOne has agreed to operate its business in the ordinary course prior to the closing of the Merger and from taking certain specified actions until the Merger occurs.

If the Merger is not completed, StellarOne will have incurred substantial expenses without realizing the expected benefits of the Merger.
 
StellarOne has incurred and will incur substantial expenses in connection with the negotiation and completion of the transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement. If the Merger is not completed, StellarOne would have to recognize these expenses without realizing the expected benefits of the Merger.

Pending litigation against StellarOne and Union could result in an injunction preventing the completion of the Merger or a judgment resulting in the payment of damages.
 
In connection with the Merger, a purported StellarOne shareholder has filed a class action complaint against StellarOne, its current directors, StellarOne Bank and Union.  Among other remedies, the plaintiff seeks to enjoin the Merger.  The outcome of any such litigation is uncertain.  If the case is not resolved, the lawsuit could prevent or delay completion of the Merger and result in substantial costs to StellarOne, including any costs associated with the indemnification of directors and officers. The plaintiff and other potential shareholder plaintiffs may file additional lawsuits against Union, StellarOne and/or the directors and officers of either company in connection with the Merger.  The defense or settlement of any lawsuit or claim that remains unresolved at the time the Merger is completed may adversely affect the business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the combined company following the Merger.
 
UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS.

We announced a share repurchase program on December 19, 2012, authorizing 1,500,000 shares for repurchase.  The program was suspended in April in conjunction with the announced merger with Union.  Since the inception of this share repurchase program, we have repurchased 448 thousand shares of our common stock for a total cash investment of $6.9 million.

The table below presents information with respect to our common stock purchases made during the three months ended June 30, 2013.
 
Period
 
Total Number of Shares Purchased
   
Average Price Paid per Share
   
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plan
   
Maximum Number of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plan
 
April 2013
    75,928     $ 15.47       448,394       1,051,606  
May 2013
    -       -       448,394       1,051,606  
June 2013
    -       -       448,394       1,051,606  
      75,928     $ 15.45       448,394       1,051,606  

DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES.

None.
 
MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.
 
Not applicable.

OTHER INFORMATION.

Not applicable.

 
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EXHIBITS:
 
(a) The following exhibits either are filed as part of this Report or are incorporated herein by reference:
 
 
Exhibit No. 2.1
Agreement and Plan of Reorganization, dated as of June 9, 2013, between the Union First Market Bankshares Corporation and StellarOne Corporation. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to Current Report on Form 8-K filed on June 12, 2013)

 
Exhibit No. 3.1
Articles of Incorporation of StellarOne Corporation, as amended. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Form 8-K filed on May 10, 2010)

 
Exhibit No. 3.2
Bylaws of StellarOne Corporation, as amended and restated. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to Current Report on Form 8-K filed on May 28, 2010)

 
Exhibit No. 4.1
Warrant to purchase up to 302,623 shares of Common Stock. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Current Report on Form 8-K filed on December 23, 2008)

 
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

 
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

 
Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

 
Exhibit No. 101
Pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T, the following financial information from the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2013 is formatted in XBRL interactive data files: (i) Consolidated Statements of Income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012; (ii) Consolidated Balance Sheets at June 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012; (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012; (iv) Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity for the six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012; (v) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the six months ended June 30, 2013 and 2012; and (vi) Notes to Financial Statements.

 
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SIGNATURES

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


/s/ O. R. Barham, Jr.
O.R. Barham, Jr.
President and Chief Executive Officer
August 8, 2013



/s/ Jeffrey W. Farrar
Jeffrey W. Farrar, CPA
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
August 8, 2013


 
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