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Fair Value Measurements
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]
9. Fair Value Measurements
 
Determination of Fair Value
 
The company uses fair value measurements to record fair value adjustments for certain assets and to determine fair value disclosures. In accordance with the Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures topic of FASB ASC, the fair value of a financial instrument is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Fair value is best determined based upon 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, the fair value estimates may not be realized in an immediate settlement of the instrument.
 
The fair value guidance provides a consistent definition of fair value, which focuses on exit price in an orderly transaction (that is, not a forced liquidation or distressed sale) between market participants at the measurement date under current market conditions. If there has been a significant decrease in the volume and level of activity for the asset or liability, a change in valuation technique or the use of multiple valuation techniques may be appropriate. In such instances, determining the price at which willing market participants would transact at the measurement date under current market conditions depends on the facts and circumstances and requires the use of significant judgment. The fair value is a reasonable point within the range that is most representative of fair value under current market conditions.
 
Fair Value Hierarchy
 
In accordance with this guidance, the company groups its financial assets and financial liabilities generally measured at fair value in three levels, based on the markets in which the assets and liabilities are traded and the reliability of the assumptions used to determine fair value.
 
Level 1—Valuation is based on quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the reporting entity has the ability to access at the measurement date. Level 1 assets and liabilities generally include debt and equity securities that are traded in an active exchange market. Valuations are obtained from readily available pricing sources for market transactions involving identical assets or liabilities.
 
Level 2—Valuation is based on inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. The valuation may be based on quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.
 
         
Level 3—Valuation is based on unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities. Level 3 assets and liabilities include financial instruments whose value is determined using pricing models, discounted cash flow methodologies, or similar techniques, as well as instruments for which determination of fair value requires significant management judgment or estimation.
 
A financial instrument’s categorization within the valuation hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
 
The following methods and assumptions were used by the company in estimating fair value disclosures for financial instruments:
 
Cash and Short-Term Investments
 
The carrying amounts of cash and short-term instruments approximate fair values based on the short-term nature of the assets.
 
Securities
 
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). Certain of the equity securities with inactive markets utilize Level 3 which may include judgment or estimation.
 
Loans
 
For variable rate loans that reprice frequently and with no significant change in credit risk, fair values are based on carrying values. Fair values for other loans were estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, using interest rates currently being offered.
 
Loans held for sale
 
The fair value of loans held for sale is based on outstanding commitments from investors.
 
FHLB Stock
 
The carrying amounts of FHLB stock approximate fair value based on redemption provisions of the FHLB.
 
Bank Owned Life Insurance (BOLI)
 
The carrying amounts of BOLI approximate fair value.
 
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 fixed rate certificates of deposit is estimated using the rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.
 
Short-Term Borrowings
 
The carrying amounts of borrowings under repurchase agreements and federal funds purchased approximate fair value.
 
FHLB Advances
 
The fair values of the company’s FHLB advances are estimated using discounted cash flow analysis based on the company’s incremental borrowing rates for similar types of borrowing arrangements.
 
          Accrued Interest
 
The carrying amounts of accrued interest approximate fair value.
 
Off-Balance Sheet Financial Instruments
 
At March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the fair value of loan commitments and standby-letters of credit was immaterial. Therefore, they have not been included in the following table.
 
The carrying amounts and estimated fair values of the company’s financial instruments are as follows (in thousands):
 
Fair Value Measurements at March 31, 2012 using
Quoted Prices
in Active Significant
Markets for Other Significant
          Identical Observable Unobservable
            Assets       Inputs       Inputs      
Carrying Value Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Balance
  Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $      29 081 $      29 081 $      - $      - $      29 081
Securities available for sale 39 201 - 38 537 664 39 201
Loans, net 200 845 - 197 710 5 593 203 303
Loans held for sale 672 - 672 - 672
FHLB Stock 789 - 789 - 789
BOLI 6 990 - 6 990 - 6 990
Accrued interest receivable 819 - 819 - 819
Liabilities
Deposits $ 265 028 $ - $ 266 209 $ - $ 266 209
Securities sold under
       agreement to repurchase 4 333 - 4 333 - 4,333
FHLB advances 1 221 - 1 228 - 1 228
Accrued interest payable 168 - 168 - 168
 
          Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2011 using
Quoted Prices
in Active Significant
Markets for Other Significant
Identical Observable Unobservable
            Assets       Inputs       Inputs      
Carrying Value Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Balance
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $      13 724 $      13 724 $      - $      - $      13 724
Securities available for sale 42 331 - 41 687 644 42 331
Loans, net 202 761 - 196 240 6 497 202 737
  Loans held for sale 198 - 198 - 198
FHLB Stock 808 - 808 - 808
BOLI 6 932 - 6 932 - 6 932
Accrued interest receivable 832 - 832 - 832
Liabilities
Deposits $ 253 117 $ - $ 253 885 $ - $ 253 885
Securities sold under
       agreement to repurchase 3 415 - 3 415 - 3 415
FHLB advances 1 523 - 1 534 - 1 534
Accrued interest payable 204 - 204 - 204
 
          Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
 
  The following table presents the balances (in thousands) of financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:
 
Fair Value Measurements at March 31, 2012 Using
Quoted Prices
in Active Significant
Markets for Other Significant
      Balance as of       Identical       Observable       Unobservable
March 31 Assets Inputs Inputs
Description   2012 (Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3)
Available for sale debt securities
       U.S. Government sponsored
              agency securities $      31 658 $      - - $      31 658 $      - -
       State and municipal securities 6 691 - - 6 691 - -
 
Total available for sale debt securities 38 349 - - 38 349 - -
 
Available for sale equity securities
       Financial services industry 852 - - 188 664
 
Total available for sale securities $ 39 201 $ - - $ 38 537 $ 664
 
Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2011 Using
Quoted Prices
in Active Significant
Markets for Other Significant
Balance as of Identical Observable Unobservable
December 31 Assets Inputs Inputs
Description         2011       (Level 1)       (Level 2)       (Level 3)
Available for sale debt securities
       U.S. Government sponsored
              agency securities $      34 823 $      - - $      34 823 $      - -
       State and municipal securities 6 715 - - 6 715 - -
 
Total available for sale debt securities 41 538 - - 41 538 - -
 
Available for sale equity securities
       Financial services industry 793 - - 149 644
 
Total available for sale securities $ 42 331 $ - - $ 41 687 $ 644
 
          Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis Using Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) (in thousands)
 
Quantitative information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurement for March 31, 2012
      Fair                   Range
Value Valuation Technique(s) Unobservable Input (Weighted Average)
Asset
 
Available for sale equity securities
       Financial services industry $      664 Discounted Market Price Lack of marketability 10% - 30% (20%)
to approximate book value
 
              Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
    ($ in thousands)
                     
       
Available for Sale Equity Securities
Beginning Balance January 1, 2012   $     644                              
                           
       Transfers into Level 3     - -                  
       Transfers out of Level 3     - -                  
       Total gains (unrealized)                        
              included in other                        
                     comprehensive income     20                
                         
Ending Balance March 31, 2012   $      664                  
 
 
           
Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis
 
Certain assets are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. 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 assets recorded at fair value on a nonrecurring basis in the financial statements:
 
Loans held for sale: Loans held for sale are carried at the lower of cost or market 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 periods ended March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011. Gains and losses on the sale of loans are recorded within other operating income on the consolidated statements of operations.
 
Impaired Loans: Loans are generally designated as impaired when, in the judgment of management based on current information and events, it is probable that some amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement may not be collected. The measurement of loss associated with impaired loans can be based on either the observable market price of the loan or the fair value of the collateral. Fair value is measured based on the value of the collateral securing the loans. Collateral may be in the form of real estate or business assets including equipment, inventory, and accounts receivable. The vast majority of the collateral is real estate. The value of real estate collateral is determined utilizing an income or market valuation approach based on an appraisal conducted by an independent, licensed appraiser outside of the company using observable market data (Level 2). However, if the collateral is a house or building in the process of construction or if an appraisal of the real estate property is over two years old, then the fair value is considered (Level 3). The value of business equipment is based upon an outside appraisal if deemed significant, or the net book value on the applicable business’ financial statements if not considered significant using observable market data. Likewise, values for inventory and accounts receivable are based on financial statement balances or aging reports (Level 3). Impaired loans allocated to the Allowance for Loan Losses are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. Any fair value adjustments are recorded in the period incurred as provision for loan losses on the consolidated statements of operations.
 
Other Real Estate Owned: Certain assets such as other real estate owned (OREO) are measured at fair value less cost to sell. The value of real estate collateral is determined by internal evaluation or an appraisal outside of the company or a comparative market analysis (Level 2). However, if the collateral is a house or building in the process of construction or if an appraisal of the real estate property is over two years old, or property is in the process of being appraised then the fair value is considered Level 3.
 
The following table summarizes the company’s financial assets that were measured at fair value (in thousands) on a nonrecurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011.
 
          Carrying Value at March 31, 2012
Quoted Prices  
In Active Significant
  Markets for Other Significant
Identical Observable Unobservable
      Balance as of       Assets       Input       Input
Description   March 31, 2012 (Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3)
Assets
       Loans Held For Sale $      672 $      - - $      672 $      --
       Impaired loans with a
              valuation allowance 7 907 - - 2 314 5 593
 
       OREO 6 782 - - 6 381 401
 
 
 
Carrying Value at December 31, 2011
Quoted Prices
      In Active Significant
            Markets for       Other       Significant
Identical Observable Unobservable
Balance as of Assets Input Input
Description   December 31, 2011 (Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3)
Assets
       Loans Held For Sale $      198 $      - - $      198 $      - -
       Impaired loans with a
              valuation allowance 6 805 - - 308 6 497
 
       OREO 6 393 - - 4 365 2 028
 
Quantitative information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurement for March 31, 2012
Fair Range
      Value (000s)       Valuation Technique(s)       Unobservable Input       (Weighted Average)
Asset
 
Impaired loans with a
       Valuation allowance $      5 593 Appraisal and income or Market discount 0% - 100% (10%)
market valuation
 
OREO 401 Appraisal, internal evaluation or Market discount 0% - 5% (5%)
market analysis
 
Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
          ($ in thousands)
 
      Impaired Loans         Other Real Estate Owned  
  Beginning Balance January 1, 2012 $                      6 497 2 028                              
 
       Transfers into Level 3 645 - -
       Transfers out of Level 3 (1 521 ) (1 223 )
       Realized and unrealized gains and (losses)
              included in earnings 25 (44 )
       Settlements (53 ) (360 )
 
Ending Balance March 31, 2012 $ 5 593 $                                   401