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Note 15 - Fair Value Measurements

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2021

Notes to Financial Statements

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Note 15: Fair Value Measurements

Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. GAAP requires that valuation techniques maximize the use of the observable inputs and minimize the use of the unobservable inputs. GAAP also establishes a fair value hierarchy which prioritizes the valuation inputs into three broad levels. Based on the underlying inputs, each fair value measurement in its entirety is reported in one of the three levels. These levels are:

Level 1

–

Valuation is based on quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.

Level 2

–

Valuation is based on observable inputs including:

● quoted prices in active markets for similar assets and liabilities,

● quoted prices for identical or similar assets and liabilities in less active markets,

● inputs other than quoted prices that are observable, and

● model-based valuation techniques for which significant assumptions can be derived primarily from or corroborated by observable data in the market.

Level 3

–

Valuation is based on model-based techniques that use one or more significant inputs or assumptions that are unobservable in the market.

Fair value is best determined by quoted market prices. However, in many instances, there are no quoted market prices for the Company’s various financial instruments. In cases where quoted market prices are not available, fair values are based on estimates using present value or other valuation techniques. Those techniques are significantly affected by the assumptions used, including the discount rate and estimates of future cash flows. Accordingly, fair value estimates may not be realized in an immediate settlement of the instrument. Accounting guidance for fair value excludes certain financial instruments and all nonfinancial instruments from disclosure requirements. Consequently, the aggregate fair value amounts presented may not necessarily represent the underlying fair value of the Company.

The following describes the valuation techniques used by the Company to measure certain financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value on a recurring basis in the consolidated financial statements:

Financial Instruments Measured At Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

Securities Available for Sale

Securities available for sale are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Fair value measurement is based upon quoted market prices, when available (Level 1). If quoted market prices are not available, fair values are measured utilizing independent valuation techniques of identical or similar securities for which significant assumptions are derived primarily from or corroborated by observable market data. Third party vendors compile prices from various sources and may determine the fair value of identical or similar securities by using pricing models that consider observable market data (Level 2). The carrying value of restricted Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond and Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta stock approximates fair value based upon the redemption provisions of each entity and is therefore excluded from the following tables.

The following tables present the balances of financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of December 31, 2021 and 2020:

December 31, 2021

Fair Value Measurement Using

Description

Balance

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

U.S. Government agencies and corporations

$

278,019

$

-

$

278,019

$

-

States and political subdivisions

198,672

-

198,672

-

Mortgage-backed securities

206,174

-

206,174

-

Corporate debt securities

3,215

-

3,215

-

Total securities available for sale

$

686,080

$

-

$

686,080

$

-

December 31, 2020						Fair Value Measurement Using
Description		Balance				Level 1				Level 2				Level 3
U.S. Government agencies and corporations		$	91,163			$	-			$	91,163			$	-
States and political subdivisions			203,961				-				203,961				-
Mortgage-backed securities			249,175				-				249,175				-
Corporate debt securities			2,443				-				2,443				-
Total securities available for sale		$	546,742			$	-			$	546,742			$	-

The Company’s securities portfolio is valued using Level 2 inputs. The Company relies on an independent third party vendor to provide market valuations. The inputs used to determine value include: benchmark yields, reported trades, broker/dealer quotes, issuer spreads, two-sided markets, benchmark securities, bids, offers and reference data including market research publications. The third party vendor also monitors market indicators, industry activity and economic events as part of the valuation process. Central to the final valuation is the assumption that the indicators used are representative of the fair value of securities held within the Company’s portfolio. Level 2 inputs are subject to a certain degree of uncertainty and changes in these assumptions or methodologies in the future, if any, may impact securities fair value, deferred tax assets or liabilities, or expense.

Interest Rate Loan Contracts and Forward Contracts

The Company originates consumer real estate loans which it intends to sell to a correspondent lender. Interest rate loan contracts and forward contracts result from originating loans held for sale and are derivatives reported at fair value. The Company enters interest rate lock commitments with customers who apply for a loan which the Company intends to sell to a correspondent lender. The interest rate loan contract ends when the loan closes or the customer withdraws their application. Fair value of the interest rate loan contract is based upon the correspondent lender’s pricing quotes at the report date. Fair value is adjusted for the estimated probability of the loan closing with the borrower.

At the time the Company enters into an interest rate loan contract with a customer, it also enters into a best efforts forward sales commitment with the correspondent lender. If the loan has been closed and funded, the best efforts commitment converts to a mandatory forward sales commitment. Fair value is based on the gain or loss that would occur if the Company were to pair-off the transaction with the investor at the measurement date. This is a Level 3 input. The Company has elected to measure and report best efforts commitments at fair value.

Interest rate loan contracts and forward contracts are valued based on quotes from the correspondent lender at the reporting date. Pricing changes daily and if a loan has not been sold to the correspondent by the next reporting date, the fair value may be different from that reported currently. Changes in fair value measurement impacts net income.

The Company did not have any interest rate loan contracts or forward contracts at December 31, 2021. The following tables present information on interest rate loan contracts and forward contracts at December 31, 2020:

December 31, 2020						Fair Value Measurements Using
Description		Balance				Level 1				Level 2				Level 3
Interest rate loan contracts		$	1			$	-			$	-			$	1
Forward contracts		$	(11	)		$	-			$	-			$	(11	)

December 31, 2020		Valuation Technique		Unobservable Input		Range (Weighted Average)
Interest rate loan contracts		Market approach		Pull-through rate			87.02%			⁽¹⁾
Forward contracts		Market approach		Pull-through rate			87.02%			⁽¹⁾

Interest rate loan contracts		Market approach		Current reference price			101.91%	-	103.02% (102.55%)	⁽²⁾
Forward contracts		Market approach		Current reference price			101.91%	-	103.19% (102.67%)	⁽²⁾

(1)

All contracts are valued using the same pull-through rate.

(2)

Current reference prices were weighted by the relative amount of the loan.

Financial Instruments Measured at Fair Value on a Non-Recurring Basis

Certain financial assets are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis in accordance with GAAP. Adjustments to the fair value of these assets usually result from the application of lower-of-cost-or-market accounting or write-downs of individual assets.

The following describes the valuation techniques used by the Company to measure certain financial assets recorded at fair value on a nonrecurring basis in the consolidated financial statements:

Loans Held for Sale

Loans held for sale are carried at the lower of cost or fair value. These loans currently consist of one-to-four family residential loans originated for sale in the secondary market. Fair value is based on the price secondary markets are currently offering for similar loans using observable market data which is not materially different than cost due to the short duration between origination and sale (Level 2). As such, the Company records any fair value adjustments on a nonrecurring basis. No nonrecurring fair value adjustments were recorded on loans held for sale during the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020.

Impaired Loans

Impaired loans are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. If an individually evaluated impaired loan’s balance exceeds fair value, the amount is allocated to the allowance for loan losses. Any fair value adjustments are recorded in the period incurred as provision for loan losses on the Consolidated Statements of Income.

The fair value of an impaired loan may be measured using one of three methods. Each method falls within a different level of the fair value hierarchy. The observable market price of a loan is categorized as a Level 1 input. The present value of projected cash flows method results in a Level 3 categorization because the calculation relies on the Company’s judgment to determine projected cash flows, which are then discounted at the current rate of the loan, or the rate prior to modification if the loan is a TDR. Loans measured using the fair value of collateral may be categorized in Level 2 or Level 3.

Loans valued using the collateral method may be secured by real estate or business assets including equipment, inventory, and accounts receivable. Real estate collateral secures most loans and valuation is based upon the “as-is” value of independent appraisals or evaluations. Appraisals are used to value loans secured by residential 1-4 family properties with outstanding principal balances greater than $250 and commercial real estate loans with outstanding principal balances greater than $500. Appraisals or real estate evaluations prepared by a third party may be used to value loans with principal balances below these thresholds.

Appraisals of less than 24 months of age, conducted by independent, licensed appraisers using observable market data analyzed through an income or sales valuation approach result in Level 2 categorization. If a current appraisal cannot be obtained prior to a reporting date and an existing appraisal is discounted to obtain an estimated value, or if declines in value are identified after the date of the appraisal, or if an appraisal is discounted for estimated selling costs, or if the appraisal uses unobservable market data, the valuation of real estate collateral is categorized as Level 3. Valuations based on evaluations are categorized as Level 3. The value of business equipment is based upon an outside appraisal (Level 2) if deemed significant, or the net book value on the applicable business’ financial statements (Level 3) if not considered significant. Likewise, values for inventory and accounts receivables collateral are based on financial statement balances or aging reports (Level 3). If a current appraisal uses unobservable data as part of the assessment, the value of the collateral is classified as Level 3.

At December 31, 2021, measurement of the Company’s impaired loans did not result in any specific allocations. The following table summarizes the Company’s financial assets that were measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as of December 31, 2020.

December 31, 2020						Carrying value
Description		Balance				Level 1				Level 2				Level 3
Impaired loans net of valuation allowance		$	970				-				-			$	970

The following table presents information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurements for impaired loans as of December 31, 2020.

Valuation Technique

Unobservable Input

Range

(Weighted Average⁽¹⁾)

Present value of cash flows

Discount rate

5.50%

-

6.50%(5.78%)

(1)

Unobservable inputs were weighted by the relative fair value of the impaired loans.

As of December 31, 2020, fair value measurements for impaired loans with specific allocations were based upon the present value of expected future cash flows. The loans are TDRs and the discount rate is the contractual rate that was in effect prior to modification to TDR status. Inherent in the measurement of impaired loans using the present value of cash flows method are judgements and assumptions, including the appropriateness of the discount rate and the projections of cash flows. Cash flows in the future may differ from those used in the measurement. Future changes in cash flow assumptions, a change in the measurement basis from the present value of cash flows to the collateral method, or if the loans are fully or partially charged off may result in greater losses than estimated at the reporting dates. An increase in the impairment measurement or a charge-off would increase the provision for loan losses.

Other Real Estate Owned

Certain assets such as OREO are measured at fair value less cost to sell. Valuation of OREO is determined using current appraisals from independent parties, a Level 2 input. If current appraisals cannot be obtained prior to reporting dates, or if declines in value are identified after a recent appraisal is received, appraisal values are discounted, resulting in Level 3 estimates. If the Company markets the property with a realtor, estimated selling costs reduce the fair value, resulting in a valuation based on Level 3 inputs. The following table summarizes the Company’s OREO that were measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as of the dates indicated.

							Carrying Value
Date	Description		Balance				Level 1				Level 2				Level 3
December 31, 2021	OREO net of valuation allowance		$	957			$	-			$	-			$	957
December 31, 2020	OREO net of valuation allowance			1,553				-				-				1,553

The following table presents information about OREO and Level 3 Fair Value Measurements as of the dates indicated.

Date		Valuation Technique		Unobservable Input		Range (Weighted Average⁽¹⁾)
December 31, 2021		Discounted appraised value		Selling cost			6.20%			⁽³⁾

December 31, 2020		Discounted appraised value		Selling cost			4.00%	–	9.23%(4.54%)	⁽²⁾
December 31, 2020		Discounted appraised value		Discount for lack of marketability and age of appraisal			0.00%	–	7.66%(0.62%)	⁽¹⁾

⁽¹⁾

Discounts were weighted by the relative appraised value of the OREO properties.

⁽²⁾

The appraised value is discounted by selling costs if the OREO property is listed with a realtor and if appraised value exceeds the list price, less estimated selling costs. Selling costs do not discount appraised value if the Company markets the OREO property independently or if the OREO property is listed with a realtor and the list price less estimated selling costs exceeds appraised value.

⁽³⁾

As of December 31, 2021, the Company held one OREO property

At December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020, OREO properties were measured using appraised value, and if applicable, discounted by selling costs, lack of marketability and age of appraisal. Determining the discount to appraisals for selling cost and lack of marketability and age of the appraisal relies on certain key assumptions and judgements.

Discounts for selling costs and in some instances, marketability, result when the Company markets OREO properties via local realtors. The Company works with the realtor to determine the list price, which may be set at appraised value or at a different amount based on the realtor’s advice and management’s judgement of marketability. Selling costs for improved land generally are estimated at 6% of the list price, and for raw land at 10% of the list price. If the final sale price is different from the list price, the amount of selling costs will also be different from those estimated. Discounts for age may be applied if current appraisals cannot be obtained prior to reporting dates. The most recent appraised value available may be discounted based upon management judgement.

There is uncertainty in determining discounts to appraised value. Future changes to marketability assumptions or updated appraisals may indicate a lower fair value, with a corresponding impact to net income. Ultimate proceeds from the sale of OREO property may be less than the estimated fair value, reducing net income.

Fair Value Summary

The following presents the carrying amount, fair value, and placement in the fair value hierarchy of the Company’s financial instruments as of December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020. For short-term financial assets such as cash and cash equivalents, the carrying amount is a reasonable estimate of fair value due to the relatively short time between the origination of the instrument and its expected realization. For non-marketable equity securities such as FHLB and Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond stock, the carrying amount is a reasonable estimate of fair value as these securities can only be redeemed or sold at their par value and only to the respective issuing government-supported institution or to another member institution. For financial liabilities such as noninterest-bearing demand, interest-bearing demand, and savings deposits, the carrying amount is a reasonable estimate of fair value due to these products having no stated maturity. Fair values are estimated using the exit price notion.

		December 31, 2021
						Estimated Fair Value
		Carrying Amount				Level 1				Level 2				Level 3
Financial assets:
Cash and due from banks		$	8,768			$	8,768			$	-			$	-
Interest-bearing deposits			130,021				130,021				-				-
Securities			686,080				-				686,080				-
Restricted securities			845				-				845				-
Mortgage loans held for sale			615				-				615				-
Loans, net			795,574				-				-				791,335
Accrued interest receivable			5,104				-				5,104				-
Bank-owned life insurance			42,354				-				42,354				-
Financial liabilities:
Deposits		$	1,494,587			$	-			$	1,415,619			$	79,115
Accrued interest payable			48				-				48				-

		December 31, 2020
						Estimated Fair Value
		Carrying Amount				Level 1				Level 2				Level 3
Financial assets:
Cash and due from banks		$	13,147			$	13,147			$	-			$	-
Interest-bearing deposits			120,725				120,725				-				-
Securities			546,742				-				546,742				-
Restricted securities			1,279				-				1,279				-
Mortgage loans held for sale			866				-				866				-
Loans, net			760,318				-				-				752,624
Accrued interest receivable			5,028				-				5,028				-
Bank-owned life insurance			36,444				-				36,444				-
Interest rate loan contracts			1				-				-				1
Financial liabilities:
Deposits		$	1,297,143			$	-			$	1,207,561			$	89,681
Accrued interest payable			56				-				56				-
Forward contracts			11				-				56				11

The entire disclosure for the fair value of financial instruments (as defined), including financial assets and financial liabilities (collectively, as defined), and the measurements of those instruments as well as disclosures related to the fair value of non-financial assets and liabilities. Such disclosures about the financial instruments, assets, and liabilities would include: (1) the fair value of the required items together with their carrying amounts (as appropriate); (2) for items for which it is not practicable to estimate fair value, disclosure would include: (a) information pertinent to estimating fair value (including, carrying amount, effective interest rate, and maturity, and (b) the reasons why it is not practicable to estimate fair value; (3) significant concentrations of credit risk including: (a) information about the activity, region, or economic characteristics identifying a concentration, (b) the maximum amount of loss the entity is exposed to based on the gross fair value of the related item, (c) policy for requiring collateral or other security and information as to accessing such collateral or security, and (d) the nature and brief description of such collateral or security; (4) quantitative information about market risks and how such risks are managed; (5) for items measured on both a recurring and nonrecurring basis information regarding the inputs used to develop the fair value measurement; and (6) for items presented in the financial statement for which fair value measurement is elected: (a) information necessary to understand the reasons for the election, (b) discussion of the effect of fair value changes on earnings, (c) a description of [similar groups] items for which the election is made and the relation thereof to the balance sheet, the aggregate carrying value of items included in the balance sheet that are not eligible for the election; (7) all other required (as defined) and desired information.

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