OCC Releases CRA Performance Evaluations for 20 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations

Under the CRA, the OCC assesses an institution’s record of meeting the credit needs of its entire community, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods, consistent with the safe and sound operation of such institution.

The list includes the national banks, federal savings associations, and insured federal branches of foreign banks that have received CRA ratings. Possible ratings assigned are outstanding, satisfactory, needs to improve, and substantial noncompliance. The CRA evaluations released are:

https://occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2025/nr-occ-2025-8.html

https://вконтакте.blogspot.com/2025/02/understanding-senior-housing.html

https://24open.blogspot.com/2025/02/what-are-eviction-prevention-programs.html

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Proximity to Work and Essential Services

A long daily commute can reduce quality family time. Consider how close the neighborhood is to your workplace, grocery stores, healthcare facilities, and public transportation options.

Examples of cities with balanced work-life accessibility:

• Boulder, CO – Walkable neighborhoods with easy access to downtown jobs.
• Ann Arbor, MI – Offers suburban living with short commutes to local businesses.
• Bellevue, WA – A growing job market with family-friendly amenities.

 

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