svbi10q33113.htm

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C.  20549

FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)

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

For the quarterly period ended March 31, 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 0-49731

SEVERN BANCORP, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Maryland
52-1726127
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
(I.R.S. employer identification no.)
200 Westgate Circle, Suite 200
 Annapolis, Maryland
 
 
21401
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)
410-260-2000
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A
(Former name, former address and formal 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 reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.  Yes þ    No  o

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Website, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).     Yes þ    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 o
 
Non- accelerated filer o (Do not check if a smaller reporting company)                       Smaller reporting company þ
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act)Yes o No þ
 
Number of shares of the registrant’s Common Stock, $0.01 par value, outstanding as of the close of business on May 8, 2013: 10,066,679 shares.
 

 
 

 

SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Table of Contents


PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Page
Item 1.
Financial Statements (Unaudited)
 
     
 
Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012
1
 
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2013 and 2012
2
 
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2013 and 2012
3
 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
5
     
Item 2.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
37
     
Item 3.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
45
     
Item 4.
Controls and Procedures
45
     
PART II – OTHER INFORMATION
 
     
Item 1.
Legal Proceedings
46
     
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
46
     
Item 2.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
46
     
Item 3.
Defaults Upon Senior Securities
46
     
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
47
     
Item 5.
Other Information
47
     
Item 6.
Exhibits
47
     
SIGNATURES
48

 
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PART I– FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.  Financial Statements

SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION (UNAUDITED)
(dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)
 
 
   
March 31,
   
December 31,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
ASSETS
     
Cash and due from banks
  $ 45,294     $ 52,781  
Interest-bearing deposits in other banks
    40,898       40,611  
Federal funds sold
    16,862       -  
   Cash and cash equivalents
    103,054       93,392  
Investment securities held to maturity
    31,940       34,066  
Loans held for sale
    12,037       11,116  
Loans receivable, net of allowance for loan losses of
               
   $15,465 and $17,478, respectively
    638,130       651,709  
Premises and equipment, net
    26,504       26,448  
Foreclosed real estate
    14,895       11,441  
Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost
    6,190       6,520  
Accrued interest receivable and other assets
    16,848       17,426  
                 
Total assets
  $ 849,598     $ 852,118  
                 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
               
Liabilities
               
Deposits
  $ 593,900     $ 599,394  
Long-term borrowings
    115,000       115,000  
Subordinated debentures
    24,119       24,119  
Accrued interest payable and other liabilities
    7,230       4,609  
                 
Total liabilities
    740,249       743,122  
                 
                 
Stockholders’ Equity
               
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized;
               
      Preferred stock series “A”, 437,500 shares issued and outstanding
    4       4  
      Preferred stock series “B”,  23,393 shares issued and outstanding
    -       -  
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 20,000,000 shares authorized;
               
      10,066,679 shares issued and outstanding
    101       101  
Additional paid-in capital
    75,086       74,996  
Retained earnings
    34,158       33,895  
                 
Total stockholders' equity
    109,349       108,996  
                 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
  $ 849,598     $ 852,118  

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

 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED)
(dollars in thousands, except per share data)
   
For the Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
             
Interest Income
           
   Loans, including fees
  $ 8,694     $ 10,037  
   Securities, taxable
    151       174  
   Other
    68       54  
      Total interest income
    8,913       10,265  
                 
Interest Expense
               
   Deposits
    1,255       2,250  
   Long-term borrowings and subordinated debentures
    1,060       1,302  
      Total interest expense
    2,315       3,552  
                 
      Net interest income
    6,598       6,713  
Provision for loan losses
    320       465  
      Net interest income after provision for loan losses
    6,278       6,248  
                 
Other Income
               
   Mortgage banking activities
    1,081       375  
   Real estate commissions
    112       208  
   Real estate management fees
    166       144  
   Other
    213       163  
      Total other income
    1,572       890  
                 
Non-Interest Expenses
               
   Compensation and related expenses
    3,524       3,060  
   Occupancy
    205       175  
   Foreclosed real estate expenses, net
    902       1,217  
   Legal fees
    190       135  
   FDIC assessments and regulatory expense
    342       364  
   Other
    1,622       1,187  
      Total non-interest expenses
    6,785       6,138  
                 
Income before income tax provision
    1,065       1,000  
Income tax provision
    444       423  
      Net income
  $ 621     $ 577  
Amortization of discount on preferred stock
    (68 )     (68 )
Dividends on preferred stock
    (292 )     (362 )
      Net income available to common stockholders
  $ 261     $ 147  
Basic income per share
  $ 0.03     $ 0.01  
Diluted income per share
  $ 0.03     $ 0.01  
                 

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

 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
(dollars in thousands)

   
For the Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
             
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
           
             
Net income
  $ 621     $ 577  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to
               
 net cash provided by operating activities:
               
     Amortization of deferred loan fees
    (227 )     (289 )
     Net amortization of premiums and
               
          discounts
    50       49  
     Provision for loan losses
    320       465  
     Provision for depreciation
    266       275  
     Provision for foreclosed real estate losses
    574       1,209  
     Gain on sale of loans
    (1,081 )     (375 )
     Loss (gain) on sale of foreclosed real estate
    9       (329 )
     Proceeds from loans sold to others
    37,970       25,257  
     Loans originated for sale
    (37,810 )     (25,640 )
     Stock-based compensation expense
    24       11  
     Deferred income tax expense
    78       422  
     Decrease in accrued interest receivable
               
          and other assets
    500       317  
     Increase in accrued interest payable and other
          liabilities
     2,329        2,006  
                 
Net cash provided by operating activities
    3,623       3,955  
                 
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
               
                 
     Purchase of investment securities held to maturity
    -       (1,045 )
     Proceeds from maturing investment securities held to maturity
    2,000       1,000  
     Principal collected on mortgage-backed securities held to maturity
    76       5  
     Net decrease in loans
    9,057       12,726  
     Proceeds from sale of foreclosed real estate
    677       3,776  
     (Investment in) divestiture of foreclosed real estate
    (285 )     23  
     Investment in premises and equipment
    (322 )     (3 )
     Redemption of Federal Home Loan Bank stock
    330       -  
Net cash provided by investing activities
    11,533       16,482  



 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED
(dollars in thousands)

   
For the Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
             
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
           
             
     Net decrease in deposits
    (5,494 )     (2,284 )
     Series “A” preferred stock dividend paid
    -       (70 )
     Series “B” preferred stock dividend paid
    -       (292 )
                 
Net cash used in financing activities
    (5,494 )     (2,646 )
 
Increase in cash and cash equivalents
    9,662       17,791  
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
    93,392       87,390  
                 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
  $ 103,054     $ 105,181  
                 
Supplemental disclosure of cash flows information:
               
     Cash paid during period for:
               
                 
          Interest
  $ 2,275     $ 3,581  
                 
          Income taxes
  $ -     $ 2  
                 
     Transfer of loans to foreclosed real estate
  $ 4,429     $ 4,600  

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


 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)

Note 1 – Restated Information

Certain amounts in the March 31, 2012 unaudited consolidated financial statements and notes to the unaudited consolidated financial statements have been restated to reflect the changes reported in Bancorp’s Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 14, 2013.

Note 2 - Principles of Consolidation

The unaudited consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Severn Bancorp, Inc. (“Bancorp”), and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, SBI Mortgage Company and  SBI Mortgage Company’s subsidiary, Crownsville Development Corporation, and its subsidiary, Crownsville Holdings I, LLC, and Severn Savings Bank, FSB (the “Bank”), and the Bank’s subsidiaries, Louis Hyatt, Inc., Homeowners Title and Escrow Corporation, Severn Financial Services Corporation, SSB Realty Holdings, LLC, SSB Realty Holdings II, LLC, and HS West, LLC.  All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.

Note 3 - Basis of Presentation

Bancorp follows accounting standards set by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, commonly referred to as the “FASB”.  The FASB sets generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”) that Bancorp follows. References to GAAP issued by the FASB in these footnotes are to the FASB Accounting Standards Codification, sometimes referred to as the Codification or ASC.

The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with GAAP for interim financial information and in accordance with the instructions to Form 10-Q.  Accordingly, they do not include all of the disclosures required by GAAP for complete consolidated financial statements. In the opinion of management, all adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of the results of operations for the interim periods presented have been made. Such adjustments were of a normal recurring nature.  The results of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2013 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2013 or any other interim period.  The unaudited consolidated financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2013 should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and related notes, which were included in Bancorp’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.  These consolidated financial statements consider events that occurred through the date the consolidated financial statements were issued.

Note 4 - Cash Flow Presentation

In the statements of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, amounts due from banks, Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (“FHLB Atlanta”) overnight deposits, and federal funds sold. Generally, federal funds are sold for one-day periods.

Note 5 – Reclassifications

Amounts in the prior year’s consolidated financial statements have been reclassified whenever necessary to conform to the current year’s presentation.  Except as referred to in Note 1, such reclassifications had no impact on net income.

 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 6 - Earnings Per Share

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding for each period.  Diluted earnings per share reflect additional common shares that would have been outstanding if dilutive potential common shares had been issued.  Potential common shares that may be issued by Bancorp relate to outstanding stock options, warrants, and convertible preferred stock, and are determined using the treasury stock method.

Not included in the diluted earnings per share calculation for the three month periods ended March 31, 2013 and March 31, 2012, because they were anti-dilutive, were 20,000 and 100,000 shares, respectively, of common stock issuable upon exercise of outstanding stock options, 556,976 shares of common stock issuable upon the exercise of a warrant and 437,500 shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of Bancorp’s Series A Preferred Stock.

 
Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
    2013
           2012
Common shares – weighted average (basic)
10,066,679
10,066,679
Common share equivalents – weighted average
33,775
-
Common shares – diluted
10,100,454
10,066,679

Note 7 - Guarantees

Bancorp does not issue any guarantees that would require liability recognition or disclosure, other than its standby letters of credit.  See Note 11.

Note 8 - Regulatory Matters

The Bank is subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies.  Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain mandatory, and possible additional discretionary actions by the regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on Bancorp’s consolidated financial statements.  Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, the Bank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of the Bank’s assets, liabilities, and certain off-balance sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices.  The Bank’s capital amounts and classifications are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings, and other factors. The following table presents the Bank’s capital position:

 
Actual
Actual
To Be Well Capitalized Under
 
at March 31 2013
at December 31, 2012
Prompt Corrective Provisions
Tangible (1)
14.7%
14.6%
N/A
Tier 1 Capital (2)
19.9%
19.6%
6.0%
Core (1)
14.7%
14.6%
5.0%
Total Capital (2)
21.2%
20.8%
10.0%

 
         (1) To adjusted total assets.
           (2) To risk-weighted assets.


 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 8 - Regulatory Matters - Continued

On April 23, 2013, the Bank was notified by the OCC that the OCC established minimum capital ratios for the Bank requiring it to immediately maintain a Tier 1 Leverage Capital Ratio to Adjusted Total Assets of at least 10% and a Total Risk-Based Capital to Risk-Weighted Assets ratio of at least 15%.
 
Note 9 - Stock-Based Compensation
 
Bancorp has a stock-based compensation plan for directors, officers, and other key employees of Bancorp.  The aggregate number of shares of common stock that may be issued with respect to the awards granted under the plan is 500,000 plus any shares forfeited under Bancorp’s old stock-based compensation plan.  Under the terms of the stock-based compensation plan, Bancorp has the ability to grant various stock compensation incentives, including stock options, stock appreciation rights, and restricted stock.  The stock-based compensation is granted under terms and conditions determined by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.  Under the stock-based compensation plan, stock options generally have a maximum term of ten years, and are granted with an exercise price at least equal to the fair market value of the common stock on the date the options are granted.  Generally, options granted to directors of Bancorp vest immediately, and options granted to officers and employees vest over a five-year period, although the Compensation Committee has the authority to provide for different vesting schedules.

Bancorp follows FASB ASC 718, “Compensation – Stock Compensation”, to account for stock-based compensation.  FASB ASC 718 requires all share-based payments to employees, including grants of employee stock options, to be recognized as compensation expense in the statement of operations at fair value.  FASB ASC 718 requires an entity to recognize the expense of employee services received in share-based payment transactions and measure the expense based on the grant date fair value of the award.  The expense is recognized over the period during which an employee is required to provide service in exchange for the award.

On March 16, 2010, Bancorp granted 100,000 options to certain officers and employees to purchase shares of Bancorp’s stock at a price ranging from $4.13 to $4.54 per share.  The options vest over a five year period from the date of grant.

On January 2, 2013, Bancorp granted 125,000 options to certain officers and employees to purchase shares of Bancorp’s stock at a price of $3.37 per share.  The options vest over a five year period from the date of grant.

The stock-based compensation expense amounts were derived using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model.  The following weighted average assumptions were used to value options granted in the current period presented:

Expected life of options (in years)
5.00
Risk-free interest rate
1.48%
Expected volatility
70.02%
Expected dividend yield
-%

The Black-Scholes option valuation model was developed for use in estimating the fair value of traded options, which have no vesting restrictions and are fully transferable.  In addition, option valuation models require the input of highly subjective assumptions including the expected stock price volatility.  Because Bancorp’s employee stock options have characteristics significantly different from those of traded options, and because changes in the subjective input assumptions can materially affect the fair value estimate, in management’s opinion, the existing models do not necessarily provide a reliable single measure of the fair value of its employee stock options.

 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 9 - Stock-Based Compensation - Continued

There were 125,000 options granted during the three months ended March 31, 2013 and no options granted during the three months ended March 31, 2012.

Stock-based compensation expense for the three months ended March 31, 2013 and 2012 totaled $24,000 and $11,000, respectively. There were no options exercised during the three months ended March 31, 2013 or the three months ended March 31, 2012.

Information regarding Bancorp’s stock-based compensation plan as of and for the three months ended March 31, 2013 is as follows:
   
2013
 
         
Weighted Average
 
   
Shares
   
Price
 
Options outstanding, December 31, 2012
    81,000     $ 4.23  
Options granted
    125,000     $ 3.37  
Options exercised
    -       -  
Options forfeited
    2,000     $ 4.13  
Options outstanding, March 31, 2013
    204,000     $ 3.70  
Options exercisable, March 31, 2013
    54,309     $ 4.13  

The aggregate intrinsic value of the options outstanding as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 was $325,480 and $0, respectively.  The aggregate intrinsic value of the options exercisable as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 was $63,303 and $0, respectively.

The following table summarizes the nonvested options in Bancorp’s stock option plan as of March 31, 2013.

         
Weighted
 
         
Average
 
   
Shares
   
Grant Date
Exercise Price
 
Nonvested options outstanding, December 31, 2012
    35,775     $ 4.23  
Nonvested options granted
    125,000     $ 3.37  
Nonvested options vested
    (9,084 )   $ 3.65  
Nonvested options forfeited
    (2,000 )   $ 4.13  
Nonvested options outstanding, March 31, 2013
    149,691     $ 3.55  


As of March 31, 2013, there was $333,000 of total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to nonvested stock options, which is expected to be recognized over a period of fifty-seven months.
 
 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED
 

Note 10 - Investment Securities
 
The amortized cost and fair value of investment securities held to maturity are as follows (dollars in thousands):

   
Amortized
Cost
   
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
   
Gross
Unrealized Losses
   
Fair
Value
 
March 31, 2013:
                       
US Treasury securities
  $ 28,380     $ 1,199     $ -     $ 29,579  
US Agency securities
    3,128       72       -       3,200  
US Government sponsored
                               
  mortgage-backed securities
    432       36       -       468  
     Total
  $ 31,940     $ 1,307     $ -     $ 33,247  
                                 
December 31, 2012:
                               
                                 
US Treasury securities
  $ 29,414     $ 1,278     $ -     $ 30,692  
US Agency securities
    4,142       79       -       4,221  
US Government sponsored
                               
  mortgage-backed securities
    510       40       -       550  
     Total
  $ 34,066     $ 1,397     $ -     $ 35,463  

As of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, there were $6,279,000 and $6,432,000, respectively, of US Treasury securities or mortgage-backed securities pledged by Bancorp as collateral for borrowers’ letters of credit with Anne Arundel County.

No securities were in a gross unrealized loss position at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012. The Bank does not consider any of their securities to be other than temporarily impaired at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, because none of these securities have unrealized losses.

The amortized cost and estimated fair value of debt securities at March 31, 2013, by contractual maturity are shown in the following table.  Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities, because issuers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.

   
Held to Maturity
 
   
(dollars in thousands)
 
   
Amortized
   
Estimated
 
   
Cost
   
Fair Value
 
             
  Due in one year or less
  $ 4,003     $ 4,050  
  Due from one year to five years
    24,484       25,344  
  Due from five years to ten years
    3,021       3,385  
  US Government sponsored
    mortgage-backed securities
     432       468  
    $ 31,940     $ 33,247  

 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable

Loans receivable consist of the following:
 
March 31
   
December 31
 
   
2013
   
2012
 
   
(dollars in thousands)
 
             
Residential mortgage, total
  $ 260,403     $ 269,405  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    40,805       46,218  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    219,598       223,187  
 
Construction A&D, total
    69,042       71,523  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    11,376       11,003  
 Collectively evaluated for impairment
    57,666       60,520  
 
Land, total
    49,149       50,900  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    9,008       8,953  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    40,141       41,947  
 
Lines of credit, total
    25,717       31,428  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    1,968       2,107  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    23,749       29,321  
 
Commercial real estate, total
    227,090       222,038  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    14,119       16,433  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    212,971       205,605  
 
Commercial non-real estate, total
    7,877       6,120  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    -       108  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    7,877       6,012  
 
Home equity, total
    33,957       34,609  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    1,559       1,776  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    32,398       32,833  
 
Consumer, total
    1,232       858  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    13       24  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    1,219       834  
 
Total Loans
    674,467       686,881  
  Individually evaluated for impairment
    78,848       86,622  
  Collectively evaluated for impairment
    595,619       600,259  
Less
               
     Loans in process
    (18,804 )     (15,647 )
     Allowance for loan losses
    (15,465 )     (17,478 )
     Deferred loan origination fees and costs, net
    (2,068 )     (2,047 )
    $ 638,130     $ 651,709  

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 – Loans Receivable - Continued

The inherent credit risks within the portfolio vary depending upon the loan class as follows:
 
Residential mortgage loans are secured by one to four family dwelling units. The loans have limited risk as they are secured by first mortgages on the unit, which are generally the primary residence of the borrower, at a loan to value ratio of 80% or less.

Construction, land acquisition and development loans are underwritten based upon a financial analysis of the developers and property owners and construction cost estimates, in addition to independent appraisal valuations. These loans will rely on the value associated with the project upon completion. These cost and valuation estimates may be inaccurate. Construction loans generally involve the disbursement of substantial funds over a short period of time with repayment substantially dependent upon the success of the completed project rather than the ability of the borrower or guarantor to repay principal and interest. If the Bank is forced to foreclose on a project prior to or at completion, due to a default, there can be no assurance that the Bank will be able to recover all of the unpaid balance of the loan as well as related foreclosure and holding costs.  In addition, the Bank may be required to fund additional amounts to complete the project and may have to hold the property for an unspecified period of time. Sources of repayment of these loans typically are permanent financing expected to be obtained upon completion or sales of developed property. These loans are closely monitored by onsite inspections and are considered to be of a higher risk than other real estate loans due to their ultimate repayment being sensitive to general economic conditions, availability of long-term financing, interest rate sensitivity, and governmental regulation of real property.

Land loans are underwritten based upon the independent appraisal valuations as well as the estimated value associated with the land upon completion of development. These cost and valuation estimates may be inaccurate. These loans are considered to be of a higher risk than other real estate loans due to their ultimate repayment being sensitive to general economic conditions, availability of long-term financing, interest rate sensitivity, and governmental regulation of real property.

Line of credit loans are subject to the underwriting standards and processes similar to commercial non-real estate loans, in addition to those underwriting standards for real estate loans. These loans are viewed primarily as cash flow dependent and secondarily as loans secured by real-estate and/or other assets. Repayment of these loans is generally dependent upon the successful operation of the property securing the loan or the principal business conducted on the property securing the loan. Line of credit loans may be adversely affected by conditions in the real estate markets or the economy in general. Management monitors and evaluates line of credit loans based on collateral and risk-rating criteria.

Commercial real estate loans are subject to the underwriting standards and processes similar to commercial and industrial loans, in addition to those underwriting standards for real-estate loans. These loans are viewed primarily as cash flow dependent and secondarily as loans secured by real estate. Repayment of these loans is generally dependent upon the successful operation of the property securing the loan or the principal business conducted on the property securing the loan. Commercial real estate loans may be adversely affected by conditions in the real estate markets or the economy in general. Management monitors and evaluates commercial real estate loans based on collateral and risk-rating criteria. The Bank also utilizes third-party experts to provide environmental and market valuations. The nature of commercial real estate loans makes them more difficult to monitor and evaluate.




 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 – Loans Receivable - Continued

Commercial non-real estate loans are underwritten after evaluating historical and projected profitability and cash flow to determine the borrower's ability to repay their obligation as agreed. Commercial and industrial loans are made primarily based on the identified cash flow of the borrower and secondarily on the underlying collateral supporting the loan facility. Accordingly, the repayment of a commercial and industrial loan depends primarily on the creditworthiness of the borrower (and any guarantors), while liquidation of collateral is a secondary and often insufficient source of repayment.
 
Home equity loans are subject to the underwriting standards and processes similar to residential mortgages and are secured by one to four family dwelling units. Home equity loans have greater risk than residential mortgages as a result of the Bank being in a second lien position in the event collateral is liquidated.

Consumer loans consist of loans to individuals through the Bank's retail network and are typically unsecured or secured by personal property. Consumer loans have a greater credit risk than residential loans because of the difference in the underlying collateral, if any. The application of various federal and state bankruptcy and insolvency laws may limit the amount that can be recovered on such loans.
 
The loan portfolio segments and loan classes disclosed above are the same because this is the level of detail management uses when the original loan is recorded and is the level of detail used by management to assess and monitor the risk and performance of the portfolio.  Management has determined that this level of detail is adequate to understand and manage the inherent risks within each portfolio segment and loan class.
 
Allowance for Loan Losses - An allowance for loan losses is provided through charges to income in an amount that management believes will be adequate to absorb losses on existing loans that may become uncollectible, based on evaluations of the collectability of loans and prior loan loss experience.  The evaluations take into consideration such factors as changes in the nature and volume of the loan portfolio, overall portfolio quality, review of specific problem loans, and current economic conditions that may affect the borrowers' ability to pay.  Determining the amount of the allowance for loan losses requires the use of estimates and assumptions, which is permitted under GAAP. Actual results could differ significantly from those estimates.  Management believes the allowance for losses on loans is adequate. While management uses available information to estimate losses on loans, future additions to the allowances may be necessary based on changes in economic conditions, particularly in the state of Maryland.  In addition, various regulatory agencies, periodically review the Bank's allowance for losses on loans as an integral part of their examination process.  Such agencies may require the Bank to recognize additions to the allowance based on their judgments about information available to them at the time of their examination.

The allowance consists of specific and general components.  The specific component relates to loans that are classified as impaired.  When a real estate secured loan becomes impaired, a decision is made as to whether an updated certified appraisal of the real estate is necessary.  This decision is based on various considerations, including the age of the most recent appraisal, the loan-to-value ratio based on the original appraisal and the condition of the property.  Appraised values are discounted to arrive at the estimated selling price of the collateral, which is considered to be the estimated fair value.  The discounts also include estimated costs to sell the property.


 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 – Loans Receivable - Continued

For loans secured by non-real estate collateral, such as accounts receivable, inventory and equipment, estimated fair values are determined based on the borrower’s financial statements, inventory reports, accounts receivable aging or equipment appraisals or invoices.  Indications of value from these sources are generally discounted based on the age of the financial information or the quality of the assets.

For such loans that are classified as impaired, an allowance is established when the current market value of the underlying collateral less its estimated disposal costs is lower than the carrying value of that loan.  For loans that are not solely collateral dependent, an allowance is established when the present value of the expected
future cash flows of the impaired loan is lower than the carrying value of that loan.  The general component relates to loans that are classified as doubtful, substandard or special mention that are not considered impaired, as well as non-classified loans. The general reserve is based on historical loss experience adjusted for qualitative factors. These qualitative factors include:

·  
Levels and trends in delinquencies and nonaccruals;
·  
Inherent risk in the loan portfolio;
·  
Trends in volume and terms of the loan;
·  
Effects of any change in lending policies and procedures;
·  
Experience, ability and depth of management;
·  
National and local economic trends and conditions; and
·  
Effect of any changes in concentration of credit.

A loan is considered impaired if it meets either of the following two criteria:

·  
Loans that are 90 days or more in arrears (nonaccrual loans); or
·  
Loans where, based on current information and events, it is probable that a borrower will be unable to pay all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.

Credit quality risk ratings include regulatory classifications of special mention, substandard, doubtful and loss.  Loans classified special mention have potential weaknesses that deserve management’s close attention.  If uncorrected, the potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects.  Loans classified substandard have a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that jeopardize the liquidation of the debt.  They include loans that are inadequately protected by the current sound net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged, if any.  Loans classified doubtful have all the weaknesses inherent in loans classified substandard with the added characteristic that collection or liquidation in full, on the basis of current conditions and facts, is highly improbable.  Loans classified as a loss are considered uncollectible and are charged to the allowance for loan losses.  Loans not classified are rated pass.

A loan is considered a troubled debt restructuring when for economic or legal reasons relating to the borrowers financial difficulties Bancorp grants a concession to the borrower that it would not otherwise consider.  Loan modifications made with terms consistent with current market conditions that the borrower could obtain in the open market are not considered troubled debt restructurings.

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 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.

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 – Loans Receivable - Continued

 
With respect to all loan segments, management does not charge off a loan, or a portion of a loan, until one of the following conditions have been met:
 
·  
The loan has been foreclosed on. Once the loan has been transferred from the Loans Receivable to Foreclosed Real Estate, a charge off is recorded for the difference between the recorded amount of the loan and the net value of the underlying collateral.
 
·  
An agreement to accept less than the recorded balance of the loan has been made with the borrower.  Once an agreement has been finalized, and any proceeds from the borrower are received, a charge off is recorded for the difference between the recorded amount of the loan and the net value of the underlying collateral.
 
·  
The loan is considered to be impaired collateral dependent and its collateral valuation is less than the recorded balance.  The loan is written down for accounting purposes by the amount of the difference between the recorded balance and collateral value.
 
Prior to the above conditions, a loan is assessed for impairment when: (i) a loan becomes 90 days or more in arrears or (ii) based on current information and events, it is probable that the borrower will be unable to pay all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  If a loan is considered to be impaired, it is then determined to be either cash flow or collateral dependent. For a cash flow dependent loan, if based on management’s calculation of discounted cash flows, a reserve is needed, a specific reserve is recorded.  That reserve is included in the Allowance for Loan Losses in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Condition.

Bancorp has experienced an increase in the number of extension requests for commercial real estate and construction loans, some of which have related repayment guarantees. An extension may be granted to allow for the completion of the project, marketing or sales of completed units, or to provide for permanent financing, and is based on a re-underwriting of the loan and management's assessment of the borrower's ability to perform according to the agreed-upon terms. Typically, at the time of an extension, borrowers are performing in accordance with contractual loan terms. Extension terms generally do not exceed 12 to 18 months and typically require that the borrower provide additional economic support in the form of partial repayment, additional collateral or guarantees. In cases where the fair value of the collateral or the financial resources of the borrower are deemed insufficient to repay the loan, reliance may be placed on the support of a guarantee, if applicable. However, such guarantees are not relied on when evaluating a loan for impairment and never considered the sole source of repayment.

Bancorp evaluates the financial condition of guarantors based on the most current financial information available. Most often, such information takes the form of (i) personal financial statements of net worth, cash flow statements and tax returns (for individual guarantors) and (ii) financial and operating statements, tax returns and financial projections (for legal entity guarantors). Bancorp’s evaluation is primarily focused on various key financial metrics, including net worth, leverage ratios, and liquidity. It is Bancorp's policy to update such information annually, or more frequently as warranted, over the life of the loan.


 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 – Loans Receivable – Continued

While Bancorp does not specifically track the frequency with which it has pursued guarantor performance under a guarantee, its underwriting process, both at origination and upon extension, as applicable, includes an assessment of the guarantor's reputation, creditworthiness and willingness to perform. Historically, when Bancorp has found it necessary to seek performance under a guarantee, it has been able to effectively mitigate its losses. As stated above, Bancorp’s ability to seek performance under a guarantee is directly related to the guarantor's reputation, creditworthiness and willingness to perform. When a loan becomes impaired, repayment is sought from both the underlying collateral and the guarantor (as applicable). In the event that the guarantor is unwilling or unable to perform, a legal remedy is pursued.

Construction loans are funded, at the request of the borrower, typically not more than once per month, based on the extent of work completed, and are monitored, throughout the life of the project, by independent professional construction inspectors and Bancorp's commercial real estate lending department. Interest is advanced to the borrower, upon request, based upon the progress of the project toward completion. The amount of interest advanced is added to the total outstanding principal under the loan commitment. Should the project not progress as scheduled, the adequacy of the interest reserve necessary to carry the project through to completion is subject to close monitoring by management. Should the interest reserve be deemed to be inadequate, the borrower is required to fund the deficiency. Similarly, once a loan is fully funded, the borrower is required to fund all interest payments.

Construction loans are reviewed for extensions upon expiration of the loan term. Provided the loan is performing in accordance with contractual terms, extensions may be granted to allow for the completion of the project, marketing or sales of completed units, or to provide for permanent financing. Extension terms generally do not exceed 12 to 18 months.

In general, Bancorp's construction loans are used to finance improvements to commercial, industrial or residential property. Repayment is typically derived from the sale of the property as a whole, the sale of smaller individual units, or by a take-out from a permanent mortgage. The term of the construction period generally does not exceed two years. Loan commitments are based on established construction budgets which represent an estimate of total costs to complete the proposed project including both hard (direct) costs (building materials, labor, etc.) and soft (indirect) costs (legal and architectural fees, etc.). In addition, project costs may include an appropriate level of interest reserve to carry the project through to completion. If established, such interest reserves are determined based on (i) a percentage of the committed loan amount, (ii) the loan term, and (iii) the applicable interest rate. Regardless of whether a loan contains an interest reserve, the total project cost statement serves as the basis for underwriting and determining which items will be funded by the loan and which items will be funded through borrower equity. Bancorp has not advanced additional interest reserves to keep a loan from becoming nonperforming.

Bancorp recognized $10,000 and $11,000 of interest income and capitalized interest in its loan portfolio from interest reserves during the three months ended March 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.  None of the loans where interest reserves were recorded as capitalized interest were non-performing.



 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED
 
 
Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

The following is a summary of the allowance for loan losses for the three month periods ended March 31, 2013 and 2012 (dollars in thousands):

   
 
Total
   
Residential Mortgage
   
Construction
A&D
   
 
Land
   
Lines of Credit
   
Commercial Real Estate
   
Commercial Non-Real Estate
   
Home Equity
   
 
Consumer
 
Three months March 2013
 
                                                     
Beginning Balance
  $ 17,478     $ 8,418     $ 2,120     $ 2,245     $ 87     $ 3,295     $ 46     $ 1,254     $ 13  
Provision
    320       (234 )     190       547       (60 )     (223 )     285       (204 )     19  
Charge-offs
    (2,386 )     (1,174 )     (450 )     (357 )     -       (105 )     (109 )     (159 )     (32 )
Recoveries
    53       40       -       -       13       -       -       -       -  
Ending Balance
  $ 15,465     $ 7,050     $ 1,860     $ 2,435     $ 40     $ 2,967     $ 222     $ 891     $ -  
 
Ending balance related to:
                                                                       
Loans individually evaluated for impairment
  $  6,899     $  3,318     $  1,460     $ 1,199     $ 32     $ 806     $  -     $ 84     $  -  
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment
  $  8,566     $  3,732     $  400     $  1,236     $  8     $  2,161     $  222     $  807     $  -  
                                                                         
Three months March 2012
                                                                       
                                                                         
Beginning Balance
  $ 25,938     $ 12,303     $ 3,916     $ 2,405     $ 725     $ 4,157     $ 169     $ 2,257     $ 6  
Provision
    465       (721 )     (287 )     1,125       (113 )     261       12       178       10  
Charge-offs
    (718 )     (154 )     (462 )     (40 )     -       (62 )     -       -       -  
Recoveries
    110       -       -       -       -       -       110       -       -  
Ending Balance
  $ 25,795     $ 11,428     $ 3,167     $ 3,490     $ 612     $ 4,356     $ 291     $ 2,435     $ 16  
 
Ending balance related to:
                                                                       
 
Loans individually evaluated for impairment
  $  13,204     $  5,409     $  1,813     $ 2,438     $ 361     $ 913     $  135     $ 2,125     $  10  
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment
  $  12,591     $  6,019     $  1,354     $  1,052     $  251     $  3,443     $  156     $  310     $  6  
 

 
 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED
 
 
Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

The following is a summary of the allowance for loan losses for the twelve month period ended December 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):

   
 
Total
   
Residential Mortgage
   
Construction
A&D
   
 
Land
   
Lines of Credit
   
Commercial Real Estate
   
Commercial Non-Real Estate
   
Home Equity
   
 
Consumer
 
Year ended
December 2012
 
                                                     
Beginning Balance
  $ 25,938     $ 12,303     $ 3,916     $ 2,405     $ 725     $ 4,157     $ 169     $ 2,257     $ 6  
Provision
    765       396       (401 )     1,464       (456 )     (446 )     (213 )     404       17  
Charge-offs
    (9,353 )     (4,299 )     (1,395 )     (1,624 )     (182 )     (416 )     (20 )     (1,407 )     (10 )
Recoveries
    128       18       -       -       -       -       110       -       -  
Ending Balance
  $ 17,478     $ 8,418     $ 2,120     $ 2,245     $ 87     $ 3,295     $ 46     $ 1,254     $ 13  
 
Ending balance related to:
                                                                       
Loans individually evaluated for impairment
  $  7,594     $  4,196     $  1,663     $ 551     $ 32     $ 975     $  5     $ 160     $  12  
Loans collectively evaluated for impairment
  $  9,884     $  4,222     $  457     $  1,694     $  55     $  2,320     $  41     $  1,094     $  1  
                                                                         
 

 
 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

The accrual of interest on loans is discontinued at the time the loan is 90 days past due.  Past due status is based on contractual terms of the loan.  In all cases, loans are placed on non-accrual or charged-off at an earlier date if collection of principal or interest is considered doubtful.

All interest accrued but not collected for loans that are placed on non-accrual 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 payments are reasonably assured. Bancorp’s policy for recording payments received on non-accrual financing receivables is to record the payment towards principal and interest on a cash basis until such time as the loan is returned to accrual status.

The following table presents Bancorp’s non-performing assets as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):


   
March 31,
 2013
   
Number of loans
   
December 31, 2012
   
Number
 of loans
 
   
 
   
 
             
Loans accounted for on a non-accrual basis:
                       
    Residential  mortgage
  $ 11,562       42     $ 14,436       46  
    Construction A&D
    5,723       8       8,564       17  
    Land
    6,323       12       4,688       13  
    Lines of credit
    1,739       3       1,877       4  
    Commercial real estate
    8,074       9       5,793       10  
    Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       111       3  
    Home equity
    1,630       7       2,000       9  
    Consumer
    13       1       26       2  
Total non-accrual loans
  $ 35,064       82     $ 37,495       104  
Accruing loans greater than 90 days past due
  $ -             $ -          
Foreclosed real-estate
  $ 14,895             $ 11,441          
Total non-performing assets
  $ 49,959             $ 48,936          
Nonaccrual troubled debt restructures (included above)
  $ 6,774       32     $ 5,635       28  
Accruing troubled debt restructures
  $ 46,945       118     $ 56,448       119  
Total non-accrual loans to net loans
    5.5 %             5.8 %        
Allowance for loan losses
  $ 15,465             $ 17,478          
Allowance to total gross loans receivable
    2.4 %             2.6 %        
Allowance for loan losses to total non-performing loans,
                               
    including loans contractually past due 90 days or more
    44.1 %             46.6 %        
Total non-accrual and accruing loans greater than
                               
    90 days past due to total assets
    4.1 %             4.4 %        
Total non-performing assets to total assets
    5.9 %             5.7 %        




 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

The following tables summarize impaired loans at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):

   
 
Impaired Loans with
 Specific Allowance
   
Impaired
Loans with
No Specific
Allowance
   
 
 
Total Impaired Loans
 
   
Recorded Investment
   
Related Allowance
   
Recorded Investment
   
Recorded Investment
   
Unpaid Principal Balance
 
March 31, 2013
                             
  Residential mortgage
  $ 26,480     $ 3,318     $ 14,325     $ 40,805     $ 43,306  
  Construction A&D
    7,473       1,460       3,903       11,376       12,489  
  Land
    3,655       1,199       5,353       9,008       9,790  
  Lines of credit
    146       32       1,822       1,968       1,969  
  Commercial real estate
    6,312       806       7,807       14,119       14,294  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       125  
  Home equity
    1,086       84       473       1,559       3,041  
  Consumer
    -       -       13       13       44  
     Total impaired loans
  $ 45,152     $ 6,899     $ 33,696     $ 78,848     $ 85,058  
                                         
   
 
Impaired Loans with
 Specific Allowance
   
Impaired
Loans with
No Specific
Allowance
   
 
 
Total Impaired Loans
 
   
Recorded Investment
   
Related Allowance
   
Recorded Investment
   
Recorded Investment
   
Unpaid Principal Balance
 
December 31, 2012
                                       
  Residential mortgage
  $ 33,300     $ 4,196     $ 12,918     $ 46,218     $ 48,239  
  Construction A&D
    5,204       1,663       5,799       11,003       11,614  
  Land
    2,583       551       6,370       8,953       9,373  
  Lines of credit
    149       32       1,958       2,107       2,119  
  Commercial real estate
    10,304       975       6,129       16,433       16,504  
  Commercial non-real estate
    5       5       103       108       138  
  Home equity
    259       160       1,517       1,776       3,100  
  Consumer
    24       12       -       24       23  
     Total impaired loans
  $ 51,828     $ 7,594     $ 34,794     $ 86,622     $ 91,110  


 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

The following tables summarize average impaired loans for the three month periods ended March 31, 2013 and 2012 (dollars in thousands):

   
Impaired Loans with
Specific Allowance
   
Impaired Loans with No
Specific Allowance
   
Total Impaired Loans
 
   
Average
Recorded
Investment
   
Interest
Income
Recognized
   
Average
Recorded
Investment
   
Interest
Income
Recognized
   
Average
Recorded
Investment
   
Interest
Income
Recognized
 
Three months ended March 31, 2013
                                   
  Residential mortgage
  $ 26,669     $ 255     $ 14,336     $ 121     $ 41,005     $ 376  
  Construction A&D
    7,876       44       3,984       39       11,860       83  
  Land
    3,884       35       6,230       27       10,114       62  
  Lines of credit
    149       2       1,822       1       1,971       3  
  Commercial real estate
    6,414       69       7,822       65       14,236       134  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Home equity
    1,086       1       473       5       1,559       6  
  Consumer
    -       -       20       -       20       -  
    Total impaired loans
  $ 46,078     $ 406     $ 34,687     $ 258     $ 80,765     $ 664  
                                                 
                                                 
   
Impaired Loans with
Specific Allowance
   
Impaired Loans with No
Specific Allowance
   
Total Impaired Loans
 
   
Average
Recorded
Investment
   
Interest
Income
Recognized
   
Average
Recorded
Investment
   
Interest
Income
Recognized
   
Average
Recorded
Investment
   
Interest
Income
Recognized
 
                                                 
Three months ended March 31, 2012
                                               
  Residential mortgage
  $ 26,988     $ 351     $ 23,984     $ 260     $ 50,972     $ 611  
  Construction A&D
    15,641       139       18,906       191       34,547       327  
  Land
    4,987       47       6,430       34       11,417       81  
  Lines of credit
    1,447       21       4,419       39       5,866       60  
  Commercial real estate
    3,962       51       20,323       215       24,285       266  
  Commercial non-real estate
    136       -       4       -       140       -  
  Home equity
    2,298       16       241       2       2,539       18  
  Consumer
    10       -       34       -       44       -  
    Total impaired loans
  $ 55,469     $ 622     $ 74,341     $ 741     $ 129,810     $ 1,363  




 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

Changes in impaired loans during the three months ended March 31, 2013 and 2012 is as follows (dollars in thousands):

 
 
 
 
Impaired loans at beginning of period
 
For the three months ended March 31, 2013
 
$86,622
   
For the three
months ended
March 31, 2012
 
 $130,274
 
     Added to impaired loans
    9,411       5,728  
     Gross loans transferred to foreclosed real estate
    (4,602 )     (6,060 )
     Paid off prior to foreclosure
    (12,583 )     (788 )
Impaired loans at end of period
  $ 78,848     $ 129,154  

Bancorp recognized $664,000 and $1,363,000 of interest income on impaired loans using a cash-basis method of accounting for the three months ended March 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Bancorp did not record any interest income attributable to the change in present value attributable to the passage of time.  Bancorp evaluates its impaired loans and assesses them based on either discounted cash flows or if it deems its loans to be collateral based, assesses impairment based on the net value of the underlying collateral.

Included in the above impaired loans amount at March 31, 2013 was $45,799,000 of loans that are not in non-accrual status. In addition, there was a total of $40,804,000 of residential real estate loans included in impaired loans at March 31, 2013, of which $33,978,000 were to consumers and $6,826,000 to builders. The collateral supporting impaired collateral dependent loans is individually reviewed by management to determine its estimated fair market value, less estimated disposal cost and a charge off is taken, if necessary, for the difference between the carrying amount of any loan and the estimated fair value of the collateral less estimated disposal cost.
 
 
 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

The following table presents the classes of the loan portfolio summarized by the aggregate Pass and the criticized categories of Special Mention, Substandard and Doubtful within the internal risk rating system as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):

   
Pass
   
Special
Mention
   
Substandard
   
Doubtful
   
Total
 
                               
March 31, 2013
                             
  Residential mortgage
  $ 224,953     $ 11,523     $ 23,927     $ -     $ 260,403  
  Construction A&D
    41,495       8,643       18,904       -       69,042  
  Land
    29,270       11,483       8,396       -       49,149  
  Lines of credit
    21,744       470       3,503       -       25,717  
  Commercial real estate
    191,909       17,113       18,068       -       227,090  
  Commercial non-real estate
    5,872       600       1,405       -       7,877  
  Home equity
    30,964       424       2,569       -       33,957  
  Consumer
    1,219       -       -       13       1,232  
    Total loans
  $ 547,426     $ 50,256     $ 76,772     $ 13     $ 674,467  
                                         
                                         
   
Pass
   
Special
Mention
   
Substandard
   
Doubtful
   
Total
 
                                         
December 31, 2012
                                       
  Residential mortgage
  $ 228,200     $ 15,338     $ 25,818     $ 49     $ 269,405  
  Construction A&D
    41,165       7,750       22,598       10       71,523  
  Land
    29,830       13,317       7,753       -       50,900  
  Lines of credit
    24,059       2,270       5,099       -       31,428  
  Commercial real estate
    197,752       10,399       13,887       -       222,038  
  Commercial non-real estate
    5,990       -       22       108       6,120  
  Home equity
    32,163       496       1,950       -       34,609  
  Consumer
    835       -       -       23       858  
    Total loans
  $ 559,994     $ 49,570     $ 77,127     $ 190     $ 686,881  




 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

Management further monitors the performance and credit quality of the loan portfolio by analyzing the age of the portfolio as determined by the length of time a recorded payment is past due.  The following table presents the classes of the loan portfolio summarized by the aging categories of performing loans and nonaccrual loans as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):



   
 
Current
   
30-59
Days Past Due
   
60-89
Days Past Due
   
Total
Past Due
   
Non-
Accrual
   
Total Loans
 
March 31, 2013
                                   
  Residential mortgage
  $ 237,666     $ 9,801     $ 1,374     $ 11,175     $ 11,562     $ 260,403  
  Construction A&D
    63,211       108       -       108       5,723       69,042  
  Land
    40,583       406       1,837       2,243       6,323       49,149  
  Lines of credit
    23,978       -       -       -       1,739       25,717  
  Commercial real estate
    215,423       1,884       1,709       3,593       8,074       227,090  
  Commercial non-real estate
    7,874       3       -       3       -       7,877  
  Home equity
    32,024       95       208       303       1,630       33,957  
  Consumer
    1,219       -       -       -       13       1,232  
    Total loans
  $ 621,978     $ 12,297     $ 5,128     $ 17,425     $ 35,064     $ 674,467  


   
 
Current
   
30-59
Days Past Due
   
60-89
Days Past Due
   
Total
Past Due
   
Non-
Accrual
   
Total Loans
 
December 31, 2012
                                   
  Residential mortgage
  $ 245,193     $ 8,202     $ 1,574     $ 9,776     $ 14,436     $ 269,405  
  Construction A&D
    62,091       868       -       868       8,564       71,523  
  Land
    45,961       251       -       251       4,688       50,900  
  Lines of credit
    27,635       440       1,476       1,916       1,877       31,428  
  Commercial real estate
    212,468       3,777       -       3,777       5,793       222,038  
  Commercial non-real estate
    5,746       263       -       263       111       6,120  
  Home equity
    32,301       308       -       308       2,000       34,609  
  Consumer
    821       11       -       11       26       858  
    Total loans
  $ 632,216     $ 14,120     $ 3,050     $ 17,170     $ 37,495     $ 686,881  

     Bancorp does not have any greater than 90 days and still accruing loans as of the periods ended March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012.
 
 
 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

Bancorp offers a variety of modifications to borrowers.  The modification categories offered can generally be described in the following categories:

·  
Rate Modification – A modification in which the interest rate is changed.
·  
Term Modification – A modification in which the maturity date, timing of payments or frequency of payments is changed.
·  
Interest Only Modification – A modification in which the loan is converted to interest only payments for a period of time.
·  
Payment Modification – A modification in which the dollar amount of the payment is changed, other than an interest only modification above.
·  
Combination Modification – Any other type of modification, including the use of multiple categories above.

The following tables summarize troubled debt restructurings at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):

March 31, 2013
 
 
Number of
Contracts
   
Pre-Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
   
Post-Modification
Outstanding
 Recorded
Investment
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings
That Have Not Subsequently Defaulted:
                 
  Residential mortgage
    91     $ 34,570     $ 31,399  
  Construction A&D
    6       6,070       3,780  
  Land
    16       5,130       3,939  
  Lines of credit
    3       362       279  
  Commercial real estate
    13       16,137       8,875  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -  
  Home equity
    1       100       100  
  Consumer
    -       -       -  
    Total loans
    130     $ 62,369     $ 48,372  

   
 
Number of
Contracts
   
Pre-Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
   
Post-Modification
Outstanding 
Recorded
Investment
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings That Subsequently Defaulted:
                 
  Residential mortgage
    16     $ 4,592     $ 3,724  
  Construction A&D
    1       1,564       1,054  
  Land
    2       455       442  
  Lines of credit
    -       -       -  
  Commercial real estate
    1       140       127  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       -  
  Consumer
    -       -       -  
    Total loans
    20     $ 6,751     $ 5,347  


 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued


December 31, 2012
 
 
Number of
Contracts
   
Pre-Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
   
Post-Modification
Outstanding 
Recorded
Investment
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings
That Have Not Subsequently Defaulted:
                 
  Residential mortgage
    85     $ 34,257     $ 31,310  
  Construction A&D
    7       9,523       7,183  
  Land
    16       5,130       4,127  
  Lines of credit
    3       362       280  
  Commercial real estate
    14       20,032       12,842  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -  
  Home equity
    1       100       100  
  Consumer
    -       -       -  
    Total loans
    126     $ 69,404     $ 55,842  

   
 
Number of
Contracts
   
Pre-Modification
Outstanding
Recorded
Investment
   
Post-Modification
Outstanding 
Recorded
Investment
 
Troubled Debt Restructurings That Subsequently Defaulted:
                 
  Residential mortgage
    17     $ 5,095     $ 4,112  
  Construction A&D
    1       2,090       1,550  
  Land
    2       455       443  
  Lines of credit
    1       140       136  
  Commercial real estate
    -       -       -  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       -  
  Consumer
    -       -       -  
    Total loans
    21     $ 7,780     $ 6,241  

Bancorp has not purchased, sold or reclassified any loans to held for sale during the periods discussed.  Only loans originated specifically for sale are recorded as held for sale at the period ended March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012.

 
 
Bancorp considers a modification of a loan term a troubled debt restructuring or “TDR” if Bancorp for economic or legal reasons related to the borrower’s financial difficulties grants a concession to the debtor that it would not otherwise consider.  Prior to entering into a loan modification, Bancorp assesses the borrower’s financial condition to determine if the borrower has the means to meet the terms of the modification.  This includes obtaining a credit report on the borrower as well as the borrower’s tax returns and financial statements.
 

 

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued
 
 
The following tables present newly restructured loans that occurred during the three months ended March 31, 2013 (dollars in thousands):
 

 
   
Three months ended March 31, 2013
 
   
Rate Modification
   
Contracts
   
Combination Modifications
   
Contracts
   
Total
   
Total Contracts
 
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment:
                         
                                     
  Residential mortgage
    -       -     $ 3,115       5     $ 3,115       5  
  Construction A&D
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Land
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Lines of credit
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
    Total loans
    -       -     $ 3,115       5     $ 3,115       5  
                                   
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment:
                                 
                                                 
  Residential mortgage
    -       -     $ 2,401       5     $ 2,401       5  
  Construction A&D
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Land
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Lines of credit
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
    Total loans
    -       -     $ 2,401       5     $ 2,401       5  

 
 
 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued
 
 
The following tables present newly restructured loans that occurred during the three months ended March 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):
 

 
   
Three months ended March 31, 2012
 
   
Rate Modification
   
Contracts
   
Combination Modifications
   
Contracts
   
Total
   
Total Contracts
 
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment:
                         
                                     
  Residential mortgage
    -       -     $ 2,188       6     $ 2,188       6  
  Construction A&D
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Land
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Lines of credit
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       100       1       100       1  
  Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
    Total loans
    -       -     $ 2,288       7     $ 2,288       7  
                                   
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment:
                                 
                                                 
  Residential mortgage
    -       -     $ 2,108       6     $ 2,108       6  
  Construction A&D
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Land
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Lines of credit
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       100       1       100       1  
  Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
    Total loans
    -       -     $ 2,208       7     $ 2,208       7  

 
 
In addition, the TDR is evaluated for impairment.  A determination is made as to whether an impaired TDR is cash flow or collateral dependent.  If the TDR is cash flow dependent, an allowance for loan losses specific reserve is calculated based on the difference in net present value of future cash flows between the original and modified loan terms.  If the TDR is collateral dependent, the collateral securing the TDR, which is always real estate, is evaluated for impairment based on either an appraisal or broker price opinion.  If a TDR’s collateral valuation is less than its current loan balance, the TDR is written down for accounting purposes by the amount of the difference between the current loan balance and the collateral value.  If the borrower performs under the terms of the modification, generally six consecutive months, and the ultimate collectability of all amounts contractually due under the modified terms is not in doubt, the loan is returned to accrual status.  There are no loans that have been modified due to the financial difficulties of the borrower that are not considered a TDR.
 

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

 
 
Interest on TDRs was accounted for under the following methods as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):
 
   
Number of
Contracts
   
 
Accrual
Status
   
Number
of Contracts
   
Non- Accrual Status
   
Total
Number of
Contracts
   
 
Total
Modifications
 
March 31, 2013
                                   
  Residential mortgage
    88     $ 31,038       19     $ 4,084       107     $ 35,122  
  Construction A&D
    3       3,719       4       1,115       7       4,834  
  Land
    14       3,763       4       618       18       4,381  
  Lines of credit
    3       280       -       -       3       280  
  Commercial real estate
    10       8,145       4       857       14       9,002  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       1       100       1       100  
  Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
    Total loans
    118     $ 46,945       32     $ 6,774       150     $ 53,719  
 
December 31, 2012
                                               
  Residential mortgage
    88     $ 33,143       14     $ 2,279       102     $ 35,422  
  Construction A&D
    4       7,075       4       1,658       8       8,733  
  Land
    14       3,783       5       787       19       4,570  
  Lines of credit
    3       280       1       136       4       416  
  Commercial real estate
    10       12,167       3       675       13       12,842  
  Commercial non-real estate
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
  Home equity
    -       -       1       100       1       100  
  Consumer
    -       -       -       -       -       -  
    Total loans
    119     $ 56,448       28     $ 5,635       147     $ 62,083  

 

 

 
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SEVERN BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued
 
 
Bancorp performs A note/B note workout structures as a subset of Bancorp’s troubled debt restructuring strategy.  The amount of loans restructured using this structure was $407,000 at March 31, 2013 and $1,457,000 at December 31, 2012.
 
 
Under an A note/B note workout structure, the new A note is underwritten in accordance with customary troubled debt restructuring underwriting standards and is reasonably assured of full repayment while the B note is not.  The B note is immediately charged off upon restructuring.
 
 
If the loan was on accrual prior to the troubled debt restructuring being documented with the loan legally bifurcated into an A note fully supporting accrual status and a B note or amount contractually forgiven and charged off, the A note may remain on accrual status.  If the loan was on nonaccrual status at the time the troubled debt restructuring was documented with the loan legally bifurcated into an A note fully supporting accrual status and a B note or amount contractually forgiven and fully charged off, the A note may be returned to accrual status, and risk rated accordingly, after a reasonable period of performance under the troubled debt restructuring terms.  Six months of payment performance is generally required to return these loans to accrual status.
 
 
The A note will continue to be classified as a troubled debt restructuring and may only be removed from impaired status in years after the restructuring if (a) the restructuring agreement specifies an interest rate equal to or greater than the rate that Bancorp was willing to accept at the time of the restructuring for a new loan with a comparable risk and (b) the loan is not impaired based on the terms specified by the restructuring agreement.
 
 
The Bank is a party to financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk in the normal course of business to meet the financial needs of its customers. These financial instruments include commitments to extend credit and standby letters of credit, which involve, to varying degrees, elements of credit risk in excess of the amount recognized in the consolidated statement of financial condition. The contract amounts of these instruments express the extent of involvement the Bank has in each class of financial instruments.  
 
 
The Bank's exposure to credit loss from non-performance by the other party to the above mentioned financial instruments is represented by the contractual amount of those instruments.
 
 
The Bank uses the same credit policies in making commitments and conditional obligations as it does for on-balance-sheet instruments.
 

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

Unless otherwise noted, the Bank requires collateral or other security to support financial instruments with off-balance-sheet credit risk (dollars in thousands).


Financial Instruments Whose Contract
 
Contract Amount At
 
Amounts Represent Credit Risk
 
March 31, 2013
   
December 31, 2012
 
Standby letters of credit
  $ 16,615     $ 16,309  
Home equity lines of credit
    11,937       13,025  
Unadvanced construction commitments
    18,820       15,598  
Mortgage loan commitments
    9,929       13,601  
Lines of credit
    32,206       31,480  
Loans sold with limited repurchase
               
   provisions
    36,030       31,591  

Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by the Bank guaranteeing performance by a customer to various municipalities. These guarantees are issued primarily to support performance arrangements, limited to real estate transactions.  The majority of these standby letters of credit expire within the next twelve months.  The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending other loan commitments.  The Bank requires collateral supporting these letters of credit as deemed necessary.  Management believes that the proceeds obtained through a liquidation of such collateral would be sufficient to cover the maximum potential amount of future payments required under the corresponding guarantees.  The current amount of the liability as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 for guarantees under standby letters of credit issued is not material.

Home equity lines of credit are loan commitments to individuals as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Commitments under home equity lines expire ten years after the date the loan closes and are secured by real estate. The Bank evaluates each customer's credit worthiness on a case-by-case basis.

Unadvanced construction commitments are loan commitments made to borrowers for both residential and commercial projects that are either in process or are expected to begin construction shortly.

Mortgage loan commitments not reflected in the accompanying statements of financial condition at March 31, 2013 included $7,971,000 at a fixed range of 2.875% to 4.75% and $1,958,000 at floating rates and at December 31, 2012 included $13,601,000 at a fixed interest rate range of 2.75% to 4.875% and none at floating interest rates.

Lines of credit are loan commitments to individuals and companies as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Lines of credit have a fixed expiration date. The Bank evaluates each customer's credit worthiness on a case-by-case basis.

The Bank has entered into several agreements to sell mortgage loans to third parties. The loans sold under these agreements for the period ended March 31, 2013 and year ended December 31, 2012 were $37,810,000 and $105,674,000, respectively. These agreements contain limited provisions that require the Bank to repurchase a loan if the loan becomes delinquent within the terms specified by the agreement. The credit risk involved in these financial instruments is essentially the same as that involved in extending loan facilities to customers.

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 11 - Loans Receivable - Continued

No amount was recognized in the consolidated statement of financial condition at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 as a liability for credit loss related to these loans.  The Bank had to repurchase one loan under these agreements in 2012.

Note 12 - Fair Values of Financial Instruments

A fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation methods is used to measure fair value.  The hierarchy gives the highest priority to unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1 measurements) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3 measurements).  The three levels of the fair market hierarchy are as follows:

Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for identical, unrestricted assets or liabilities.

Level 2:  Quoted prices in markets that are not active, or inputs that are observable either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.

Level 3:  Prices or valuation techniques that require inputs that are both significant to the fair value measurement and unobservable (i.e. supported with little or no market activity).

An asset or liability’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.

The following information should not be interpreted as an estimate of the fair value of Bancorp since a fair value calculation is only provided for a limited portion of Bancorp’s assets and liabilities.  Due to a wide range of valuation techniques and the degree of subjectivity used in making the estimates, comparisons between Bancorp’s disclosures and those of other companies may not be meaningful.  The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair values of Bancorp’s financial instruments at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012.

Impaired Loans:
Impaired loans are carried at the lower of cost or the fair value of the collateral for collateral-dependent loans.  Collateral may be in the form of real estate or business assets including equipment, inventory and accounts receivable.  The use of independent appraisals and management’s best judgment are significant inputs in arriving at the fair value measure of the underlying collateral and impaired loans are therefore classified within level 3 of the fair value hierarchy.

Impaired loans are those for which Bancorp has measured impairment generally based on the fair value of the loan’s collateral.  Fair value is generally determined based upon independent third-party appraisals of the properties, or discounted cash flows based upon the expected proceeds.  These assets are included as Level 3 fair values, based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurements. The fair value consisted of the loan balances of $45,152,000 and $51,828,000 at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, less their valuation allowances of $6,899,000 and $7,594,000 at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 12 - Fair Values of Financial Instruments - Continued

Foreclosed Real Estate:
Real estate acquired through foreclosure is included in the following disclosure at the lower of carrying value or fair value less estimated disposal costs. Management periodically evaluates the recoverability of the carrying value of the real estate acquired through foreclosure using current estimates of fair value. In the event of a subsequent decline, management provides a specific allowance to reduce real estate acquired through foreclosure to fair value less estimated disposal cost. Expenses incurred on foreclosed real estate prior to disposition are charged to expense. Gains or losses on the sale of foreclosed real estate are recognized upon disposition of the property.

The following table sets forth financial assets that were accounted for at fair value on a nonrecurring basis by level within the fair value hierarchy as of March, 31, 2013:

       
March 31, 2013
Fair Value Measurement Using:
 
   
March 31, 2013
   
Quoted Prices in Active Markets
For Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
   
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
   
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
   
(dollars in thousands)
 
Nonrecurring fair value measurements
                       
Impaired loans
  $ 38,253     $ -     $ -     $ 38,253  
Foreclosed real estate
    14,895       -       -       14,895  
Total nonrecurring fair value measurements
  $ 53,148     $ -     $ -     $ 53,148  

The following table sets forth financial assets that were accounted for at fair value on a nonrecurring basis by level within the fair value hierarchy as of December, 31, 2012:

       
December 31, 2012
Fair Value Measurement Using:
 
   
December 31,2012
   
Quoted Prices in Active Markets
For Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
   
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
   
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
   
(dollars in thousands)
 
Nonrecurring fair value measurements
                       
Impaired loans
  $ 44,234     $ -     $ -     $ 44,234  
Foreclosed real estate
    11,441       -       -       11,441  
Total nonrecurring fair value measurements
  $ 55,675     $ -     $ -     $ 55,675  




 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 12 - Fair Values of Financial Instruments - Continued


Bancorp did not have any financial assets or liabilities that were required to be measured on a recurring basis at March 31, 2013 or December 31, 2012.  There were no liabilities that were required to be re-measured on a nonrecurring basis at March 31, 2013 or December 31, 2012.

All appraisals are reviewed by the credit department, however, no modifications or adjustments are made to the appraisals received.

The following table presents additional quantitative information about assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis and for which Bancorp has utilized Level 3 inputs to determine fair value:

Quantitative Information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurements
(dollars in thousands)
 
Fair Value Estimate
 
Valuation Techniques
Unobservable Input
 
Range (Weighted Average)
March 31, 2013
       
Impaired loans
  $ 38,253  
Appraisal of  
collateral (1)
Liquidation
expenses (2)
    -6.00%  
                     
Foreclosed real estate
  $ 14,895  
Appraisal of  
collateral (1),(3)
Appraisal
adjustments (2)
 
-5.07% to -79.55%
(-18.46%)
                     
 
(1)  
Fair value is generally determined through independent appraisals for the underlying collateral, which generally include various level 3 inputs which are not identifiable.
(2)  
Appraisals may be adjusted by management for qualitative factors such as economic conditions and estimated liquidation expenses.  The range and weighted average of liquidation expenses and other appraisal adjustments are presented as a percent of the appraisal.
(3)  
Includes qualitative adjustments by management and estimated liquidation expenses.


 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 12 - Fair Values of Financial Instruments – Continued

The following table summarizes the roll forward of level 3 assets for the three months ended March 31, 2013 and March 31, 2012 (dollars in thousands):

   
Impaired Loans
   
Foreclosed Real Estate
 
Balance at December 31, 2012
  $ 44,234     $ 11,441  
  Transfer to foreclosed real estate
    (3,979 )     4,429  
  Additions
    4,281       285  
  (Increase) decrease in additional reserves
    694       (574 )
  Paid off/sold
    (6,977 )     (686 )
Balance at March 31, 2013
  $ 38,253     $ 14,895  



   
Impaired Loans
   
Foreclosed Real Estate
 
Balance at December 31, 2011
  $ 43,055     $ 19,932  
  Transfer to foreclosed real estate
    (1,829 )     4,600  
  Additions
    8,607       (22 )
  Increase in additional reserves
    (210 )     (1,209 )
  Paid off/sold
    (4,494 )     (3,448 )
Balance at March 31, 2012
  $ 45,129     $ 19,853  

The $694,000 decrease in reserves recorded against impaired loans was included in the provision for loan losses on the statement of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2013.  The $574,000 of additional reserves recorded against foreclosed real estate was included in non-interest expenses on the statement of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2013.  Included in the $4,429,000 of loans transferred to foreclosed real estate was one loan totaling $622,000 that did not require a specific reserve at the date of transfer from loans to foreclosed assets.

The $210,000 in additional reserves recorded against impaired loans was included in the provision for loan losses on the statement of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2012.  The $1,209,000 of additional reserves recorded against foreclosed real estate was included in non-interest expenses on the statement of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2012.  Included in the $4,600,000 of loans transferred to foreclosed real estate were three loans totaling $995,000 that did not require a specific reserve at the date of transfer from loans to foreclosed assets.

 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 12 - Fair Values of Financial Instruments – Continued

The estimated fair values of Bancorp's financial instruments as of March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 were as follows:
                                                                                   Fair Value Measurement at
         
March 31, 2013
 
   
Carrying
Amount
   
Fair
Value
   
Quoted Prices in Active Markets
For Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
   
Significant Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
   
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
   
(dollars in thousands)
 
Financial Assets
                             
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 103,054     $ 103,054     $ 103,054     $ -     $ -  
Investment securities (HTM)
    31,940       33,247       -       33,247       -  
Loans held for sale
    12,037       12,037       -       12,037       -  
Loans receivable, net
    638,130       684,064       -       -       684,064  
FHLB stock
    6,190       6,190       -       6,190       -  
Accrued interest receivable
    2,556       2,556       -       2,556       -  
                                         
Financial Liabilities
                                       
Deposits
  $ 593,900     $ 596,087       -       596,087       -  
FHLB advances
    115,000       103,359       -       103,359       -  
Subordinated debentures
    24,119       24,119       -       -       24,119  
Accrued interest payable
    886       886       -       886       -  
                                         
Off Balance Sheet Commitments
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  

         
Fair Value Measurement At
December 31, 2012
 
   
Carrying
Amount
   
Fair
Value
   
Quoted Prices in Active Markets
For Identical
Assets
(Level 1)
   
Significant Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
   
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
   
(dollars in thousands)
 
Financial Assets
                             
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 93,392     $ 93,392     $ 93,392     $ -     $ -  
Investment securities (HTM)
    34,066       35,463       -       35,463       -  
Loans held for sale
    11,116       11,116       -       11,116       -  
Loans receivable, net
    651,709       703,363       -       -       703,363  
FHLB stock
    6,520       6,520       -       6,520       -  
Accrued interest receivable
    2,510       2,510       -       2,510       -  
                                         
Financial Liabilities
                                       
Deposits
  $ 599,394     $ 601,834       -       601,834       -  
FHLB advances
    115,000       103,455       -       103,455       -  
Subordinated debentures
    24,119       24,119       -       -       24,119  
Accrued interest payable
    846       846       -       846       -  
                                         
Off Balance Sheet Commitments
  $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -     $ -  
 
 

 
 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 12 - Fair Values of Financial Instruments – Continued

The following methods and assumptions were used to measure the fair value of financial instruments recorded at cost on Bancorp’s consolidated balance sheet:

Cash and cash equivalents:
The carrying amount reported in the consolidated statements of financial condition for cash and cash equivalents approximate those assets’ fair values.

Investment Securities:
Bancorp utilizes a third party source to determine the fair value of its securities.  The methodology consists of pricing models based on asset class and includes available trade, bid, other market information, broker quotes, proprietary models, various databases and trading desk quotes.  All Bancorp’s investments are considered Level 2.

Loans held for sale:
The fair value of loans held for sale is based primarily on investor quotes.

Loans receivable:
The fair values of loans receivable were estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, using market interest rates currently being offered for loans with similar terms to borrowers of similar credit quality. These rates were used for each aggregated category of loans as reported on the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Quarterly Report.

FHLB stock:
The carrying amount of FHLB stock approximates fair value based on the redemption provisions of the FHLB.  There have been no identified events or changes in circumstances that may have a significant adverse effect on the FHLB stock.  Based on our evaluation, we have concluded that our FHLB stock was not impaired at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012.

Accrued interest receivable and payable:
The carrying amounts of accrued interest receivable and accrued interest payable approximates their fair values.

Deposit liabilities:
The fair values disclosed for demand deposit accounts, savings accounts and money market deposits are, by definition, equal to the amount payable on demand at the reporting date (i.e., their carrying amounts). Fair values for fixed-rate certificates of deposit are estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation that applies market interest rates currently being offered in the market on certificates to a schedule of aggregated expected monthly maturities on time deposits.

FHLB advances:
Fair values of long-term debt are estimated using discounted cash flow analysis, based on rates currently available for advances from the FHLB with similar terms and remaining maturities.

 
 
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Annapolis, Maryland

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) CONTINUED

Note 12 - Fair Values of Financial Instruments – Continued

Subordinated debentures:
Current economic conditions have rendered the market for this liability inactive.  As such, Bancorp is unable to determine a good estimate of fair value.  Since the rate paid on the debentures held is lower than what would be required to secure an interest in the same debt at year end and we are unable to obtain a current fair value, Bancorp has disclosed that the carrying value approximates the fair value.

Off-balance sheet financial instruments:
Fair values for Bancorp’s off-balance sheet financial instruments (lending commitments and letters of credit) are not significant and are based on fees currently charged to enter into similar agreements, taking into account the remaining terms of the agreements and the counterparties’ credit standing.

Note 13 - Recent Accounting Pronouncements

There were no new accounting pronouncements affecting the Bancorp during the period that were not already incorporated into the disclosures.

Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Restated Information

Certain 2012 comparative financial information has been restated to reflect the changes described in the Bancorp’s Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 14, 2013.

The Company

Bancorp is a savings and loan holding company chartered as a corporation in the state of Maryland in 1990.  It conducts business primarily through two subsidiaries, Severn Savings Bank, FSB (“Bank”) and SBI Mortgage Company (“SBI”).  The Bank’s principal subsidiary Louis Hyatt, Inc. (“Hyatt Commercial”), conducts business as Hyatt Commercial, a commercial real estate brokerage and property management company.  SBI holds mortgages that do not meet the underwriting criteria of the Bank, and is the parent company of Crownsville Development Corporation (“Crownsville”), which is doing business as Annapolis Equity Group, which acquires real estate for syndication and investment purposes.  The Bank has four branches in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, which offer a full range of deposit products, and originate mortgages in its primary market of Anne Arundel County, Maryland and, to a lesser extent, in other parts of Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.

Bank Competition

The Annapolis, Maryland area has a high density of financial institutions, many of which are significantly larger and have greater financial resources than the Bank, and all of which are competitors of the Bank to varying degrees.  The Bank’s competition for loans comes primarily from savings and loan associations, savings banks, mortgage banking companies, insurance companies and commercial banks.  Its most direct competition for deposits has historically come from savings and loan associations, savings banks, commercial banks and credit unions.  The Bank faces additional competition for deposits from money market mutual funds and corporate and government securities funds and investments.  The Bank also faces increased competition for deposits from other financial institutions such as brokerage firms and insurance companies.  The Bank is a community-oriented financial institution serving its market area with a wide selection of mortgage loan products.  Management considers the Bank’s reputation and customer service to be a major competitive advantage in attracting and retaining customers in its market area.  The Bank also believes it benefits from its community orientation.
 

 
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Forward Looking Statements

In addition to the historical information contained herein, the discussion in this report contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties and may be affected by various factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements.  The forward-looking statements contained herein include, but are not limited to, those with respect to the Bank’s strategy; management’s determination of the amount of the loan loss allowance; the effect of changes in interest rates;  changes in deposit insurance premiums; ability to meet obligations; and legal proceedings.  The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “will,” “would,” “could,” “should,” “guidance,” “potential,” “continue,” “project,” “forecast,” “confident,” and similar expressions are typically used to identify forward-looking statements.  Bancorp’s operations and actual results could differ significantly from those discussed in the forward-looking statements.  Some of the factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to: changes in general economic conditions and political conditions and by governmental monetary and fiscal policies; changes in the economic conditions of the geographic areas in which Bancorp conducts business; changes in interest rates; a downturn in the real estate markets in which Bancorp conducts business; the high degree of risk exhibited by Bancorp’s loan portfolio; environmental liabilities with respect to properties Bancorp has title; changes in federal and state regulation; the effects of the supervisory agreements entered into by each of Bancorp and the Bank; Bancorp’s ability to estimate loan losses; competition; breaches in security or interruptions in Bancorp’s information systems; Bancorp’s ability to timely develop and implement technology; Bancorp’s ability to retain its management team; perception of Bancorp in the market place; Bancorp’s ability to maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting and disclosure controls and procedures; and terrorist attacks and threat of actual war; and other factors detailed from time to time in Bancorp’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including “Item 1A. Risk Factors” contained in Bancorp’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.
 
Critical Accounting Policies

Bancorp’s significant accounting policies are set forth in Note 1 of the audited consolidated financial statements as of December 31, 2012 which were included in Bancorp’s Annual Report on Form 10-K.  Of these significant accounting policies, Bancorp considers its policies regarding the allowance for loan losses and the fair value of foreclosed real estate to be its most critical, because they require management’s most subjective and complex judgments.  In addition, changes in economic conditions can have a significant impact on the allowance for loan losses and the fair value of foreclosed real estate and therefore on the provision for loan losses and the provision for losses on foreclosed real estate and, ultimately, on results of operations.  Bancorp has developed policies and procedures for assessing the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses and the fair value of foreclosed real estate, recognizing that this process requires a number of assumptions and estimates with respect to its loan portfolio and estimated value of foreclosed real estate.  Bancorp’s assessments may be impacted in future periods by changes in economic conditions, the impact of regulatory examinations, and the discovery of information with respect to borrowers that is not known to management at the time of the issuance of the consolidated financial statements.

Overview

Bancorp provides a wide range of personal and commercial banking services. Personal services include various lending services as well as checking, individual retirement accounts, money market, savings and time deposit accounts. Commercial services include commercial secured and unsecured lending services as well as business internet banking, corporate cash management services and deposit services. Bancorp also provides ATMs, debit cards, internet banking including on-line bill pay, mortgage lending, safe deposit boxes, and telephone banking, among other products and services.

Bancorp had net income of $621,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2013, primarily due to increased mortgage banking activity, a decrease in interest expense and management’s decision to add only a modest amount to the loan loss reserves during the first quarter.  Bancorp continues to experience challenges it and many other financial institutions face as a result of the sluggish economic recovery, including elevated non-performing assets and loan delinquency levels, slowly recovering real estate values and continuing financial stress on borrowers.  The interest rate spread between Bancorp’s cost of funds and what it earns on loans has remained relatively constant from 2012 levels.

 
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If interest rates increase, demand for borrowing may decrease and Bancorp’s interest rate spread could decrease.  Bancorp will continue to manage loan and deposit pricing against the risks of rising costs of its deposits and borrowings.  Interest rates are outside the control of Bancorp, so it must attempt to balance its pricing and duration of its loan portfolio against the risks of rising costs of its deposits and borrowings.

The continued success and attraction of Anne Arundel County, Maryland, and vicinity, will also be important to Bancorp’s ability to originate and grow mortgage loans and deposits, as will Bancorp’s continued focus on maintaining a low overhead.

If the volatility in the market and the economy continues or worsens, our business, financial condition, results of operations, access to funds and the price of our stock could be materially and adversely impacted.

Results of Operations

Net income increased by $44,000 to net income of $621,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to net income of $577,000 for the first quarter of 2012.  Basic and diluted income per share increased to $0.03 for the first quarter of 2013 compared to $0.01 for the first quarter of 2012.
 
Net interest income, which is interest earned net of interest expense, decreased by $115,000, or 1.7%, to $6,598,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $6,713,000 for the first quarter of 2012. The primary reason for the decrease in net interest income was a decrease in Bancorp’s loan portfolio and a decrease in yield on the loan portfolio, partially offset by a lower cost of funds.

Bancorp’s loan portfolio is subject to varying degrees of credit risk and an allowance for loan losses is maintained to absorb losses inherent in its loan portfolio.  Credit risk includes, but is not limited to, the potential for borrower default and the failure of collateral to be worth what Bancorp determined it was worth at the time of the granting of the loan.  Bancorp monitors its loan delinquencies at least monthly.  All loans that are delinquent and all loans within the various categories of Bancorp’s portfolio as a group are evaluated.  Bancorp’s Board, with the advice and recommendation of Bancorp’s management, estimates an allowance to be set aside for loan losses.  Included in determining the calculation are such factors as historical losses for each loan portfolio, current market value of the loan’s underlying collateral, inherent risk contained within the portfolio after considering the state of the general economy, economic trends, consideration of particular risks inherent in different kinds of lending and consideration of known information that may affect loan collectability.

The provision for loan losses decreased by $145,000, or 31.2%, to $320,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $465,000 for the first quarter of 2012.  This decrease was a result of management’s decision to slightly decrease the provision for loan losses during the quarter ended March 31, 2013, compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2012, primarily due to a decrease in balance of loan portfolio in the first quarter 2013 compared to the first quarter 2012.
 
 
Total other income increased by $682,000, or 76.6%, to $1,572,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $890,000 for the first quarter of 2012. The primary reason for the increase in non-interest income was an increase in mortgage banking activities. Mortgage banking activities increased $706,000, or 188.3%, to $1,081,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $375,000 for the first quarter of 2012.  This increase in activity was the result of management’s decision to sell additional loans on the secondary market generated from an expanded residential mortgage department. Real estate commissions by Hyatt Commercial decreased by $96,000, or 46.2%, to $112,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $208,000 for the first quarter of 2012.

 
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Total non-interest expenses increased $647,000, or 10.5%, to $6,785,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $6,138,000 for the first quarter of 2012.  Compensation and related expenses increased by $464,000, or 15.2%, to $3,524,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $3,060,000 for the first quarter of 2012. This increase was primarily because of vacated positions being filled by newly hired employees during the first quarter of 2013, higher compensation paid on increased mortgage banking activities and increases in salaries and health care.  Net occupancy costs increased by $30,000, or 17.1%, to $205,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $175,000 for the first quarter of 2012. This increase was the result of a decrease in rents collected from tenants and increased maintenance costs. Foreclosed real estate expenses, net decreased by $315,000, or 25.9%, to $902,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $1,217,000 for the first quarter of 2012.  This decrease was due to decreased foreclosure activity during 2013. Legal fees increased by $55,000, or 40.7%, to $190,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $135,000 for the first quarter of 2012. This increase was primarily due to Bancorp’s need during 2013 to utilize certain services provided by outside legal firms. FDIC assessments and regulatory expense decreased by $22,000, or 6.0% to $342,000 for the first quarter of 2013, compared to $364,000 for the first quarter of 2012. This decrease was primarily due to a decrease in the risk-based assessment charged by the FDIC.  Other non-interest expenses increased by $435,000, or 36.6%, to $1,622,000 for the first quarter of 2013 compared to $1,187,000 for the first quarter of 2012. This increase was primarily due to increases in advertising, online charges, credit reports, office expense and consulting fees.

Income Taxes

Income tax expense increased by $21,000 to $444,000 for the first quarter of 2013 compared to $423,000 for the first quarter of 2012.  The effective tax rate for the first quarter of 2013 was 41.7% compared to 42.3% for the first quarter of 2012.  The decrease in the effective tax rates for 2013 was primarily due to a decrease in a valuation allowance placed on a portion of the deferred tax asset resulting from current state operating loss carryforwards.

Analysis of Financial Condition

Total assets decreased $2,520,000 to $849,598,000 at March 31, 2013, compared to $852,118,000 at December 31, 2012.  Cash and cash equivalents increased by $9,662,000, or 10.3%, to $103,054,000 at March 31, 2013, compared to $93,392,000 at December 31, 2012.  This increase was primarily in federal funds sold balances. The loan portfolio decreased, as net loans receivable decreased $13,579,000, or 2.1%, to $638,130,000 at March 31, 2013, compared to $651,709,000 at December 31, 2012.  This decrease was the result of the continued general slowdown in loan demand during the first three months of 2013 and the transfer of $4,429,000 of net loans to foreclosed real estate.  Loans held for sale increased $921,000, or 8.3%, to $12,037,000 at March 31, 2013, compared to $11,116,000 at December 31, 2012.  This increase was primarily due to the timing of loans pending sale as of March 31, 2013.  Foreclosed real estate increased $3,454,000, or 30.2%, to $14,895,000 at March 31, 2013 compared to $11,441,000 at December 31, 2012. This increase was the result of the timing of foreclosed property sales and new foreclosures.  Total deposits decreased $5,494,000, or 0.9%, to $593,900,000 at March 31, 2013 compared to $599,394,000 at December 31, 2012.  These changes were primarily the result of Bancorp’s continued monitoring of the deposit portfolio and allowing higher rate deposits to leave.  Long-term borrowings remained at $115,000,000 at March 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012.  These borrowings do not mature until 2016 or later and would incur prepayment penalties if paid earlier.

Stockholders’ Equity

Total stockholders’ equity increased $353,000 to $109,349,000 at March 31, 2013 compared to $108,996,000 as of December 31, 2012.  This increase was primarily a result of net income for the first three months of 2013 partially offset by the dividends declared to Bancorp’s preferred stockholders.

Liquidity

Bancorp’s liquidity is determined by its ability to raise funds through several sources including borrowed funds, capital, deposits, loan repayments, maturing investments and the sale of loans.

In assessing its liquidity, the management of Bancorp considers operating requirements, anticipated deposit flows, expected funding of loans, deposit maturities and borrowing availability, so that sufficient funds may be available on short notice to meet obligations as they arise or to permit Bancorp to take advantage of business opportunities.

 
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Management believes Bancorp has sufficient cash flow and liquidity to meet its current commitments through the next 12 months.  Certificates of deposit, which are scheduled to mature in less than one year, totaled $121,362,000 at March 31, 2013. Based on past experience, management believes that a significant portion of such deposits will remain with Bancorp. At March 31, 2013, Bancorp had commitments to originate mortgage loans of $9,929,000, unadvanced home equity lines of credit of $11,937,000, unadvanced construction commitments of $18,820,000, unused lines of credit of $32,206,000 and commitments under standby letters of credit of $16,615,000.  Bancorp has the ability to reduce its commitments for new loan originations, adjust other cash outflows, and borrow from FHLB Atlanta should the need arise.  As of March 31, 2013, outstanding FHLB Atlanta borrowings totaled $115,000,000, and Bancorp had available to it an additional $54,160,000 in borrowing availability from FHLB Atlanta.

Net cash provided by operating activities decreased $332,000 to $3,623,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2013, compared to $3,955,000 for the same period in 2012. This decrease was primarily the result of an increase in accrued interest payable and other liabilities, offset by an increase in gain on sale of loans in 2013.  Net cash provided by investing activities decreased $4,949,000 to $11,533,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2013, compared to $16,482,000 provided by investing activities for the same period in 2012.  This decrease was primarily due to a net decrease in loans in 2013.  Net cash used in financing activities increased $2,848,000 to $5,494,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2013, compared to $2,646,000 used in financing activities for the same period in 2012.  This increase was primarily due to a larger decrease in deposits in 2013 compared to the decrease in deposits during the same period in 2012.

Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Line of Credit

The Bank has an available line of credit, secured by various loans in its portfolio, in the amount of twenty percent of its total assets, with the FHLB Atlanta.  As of March 31, 2013, the total available line of credit with the FHLB Atlanta was approximately $169,160,000, of which $115,000,000 was outstanding in the form of long-term borrowings.  The Bank, from time to time, utilizes the line of credit when interest rates are more favorable than obtaining deposits from the public.

The following table sets forth information concerning the interest rates and maturity dates of the advances from the FHLB Atlanta as of March 31, 2013 (dollars in thousands):
 
Principal Amount
 
     Rate
 
Maturity
 
$ 15,000  
1.81% to 1.83%
    2016  
  70,000  
2.43% to 4.05%
    2017  
  30,000  
2.58% to 4.00%
 
Thereafter
 
$ 115,000            

Subordinated Debentures

As of March 31, 2013, Bancorp had outstanding $20,619,000 principal amount of Junior Subordinated Debt Securities Due 2035 (the “2035 Debentures”).  The 2035 Debentures were issued pursuant to an Indenture dated as of December 17, 2004 (the “2035 Indenture”) between Bancorp and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee.  The 2035 Debentures pay interest quarterly at a floating rate of interest of LIBOR (0.28% as of March 31, 2013) plus 200 basis points, and mature on January 7, 2035.  Payments of principal, interest, premium and other amounts under the 2035 Debentures are subordinated and junior in right of payment to the prior payment in full of all senior indebtedness of Bancorp, as defined in the 2035 Indenture.  The 2035 Debentures became redeemable, in whole or in part, by Bancorp on January 7, 2010.

The 2035 Debentures were issued and sold to Severn Capital Trust I (the “Trust”), of which 100% of the common equity is owned by Bancorp.  The Trust was formed for the purpose of issuing corporation-obligated mandatorily redeemable Capital Securities (“Capital Securities”) to third-party investors and using the proceeds from the sale of such Capital Securities to purchase the 2035 Debentures.  The 2035 Debentures held by the Trust are the sole assets of the Trust.  Distributions on the Capital Securities issued by the Trust are payable quarterly at a rate per annum equal to the interest rate being earned by the Trust on the 2035 Debentures.  The Capital Securities are subject to mandatory redemption, in whole or in part, upon repayment of the 2035 Debentures.  Bancorp has entered into an agreement which, taken collectively, fully and unconditionally guarantees the Capital Securities subject to the terms of the guarantee.  Under the terms of the 2035 Indenture, Bancorp is permitted to defer the payment of interest on the 2035 Debentures for up to 20 consecutive quarterly periods provided that no event of default has occurred and is continuing.  As of March 31, 2013, Bancorp has deferred the payment of four quarters of interest and the cumulative amount of interest in arrears not paid, including interest on unpaid interest, was $503,000.

 
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Under the terms of Bancorp’s 2035 Indenture, if Bancorp has deferred payments of interest on the 2035 Debentures, the Bancorp may not, among other things, declare or pay any dividends or distributions on, or redeem, purchase, acquire, or make a liquidation payment with respect to, any of its capital stock, including common stock until all such deferred interest has been paid.  Accordingly, Bancorp will not be able to pay dividends on its common stock until the deferred interest on the 2035 Debentures has been paid in full.
  
On November 15, 2008, Bancorp completed a private placement offering consisting of a total of 70 units, at an offering price of $100,000 per unit, for gross proceeds of $7.0 million. Each unit consists of 6,250 shares of Bancorp's Series A 8.0% Non-Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock and Bancorp's Subordinated Note in the original principal amount of $50,000.
 
The aggregate principal amount of Subordinated Notes outstanding at March 31, 2013 was $3,500,000.  The Subordinated Notes earn interest at an annual rate of 8.0%, payable quarterly in arrears on the last day of March, June, September and December commencing December 31, 2008.  The Subordinated Notes are redeemable in whole or in part at the option of Bancorp at any time beginning on December 31, 2009 until maturity, which is December 31, 2018.  Debt issuance costs totaled $245,000 and are being amortized over 10 years.

Preferred Stock
 
Bancorp issued a total of 437,500 shares of its Series A 8.0% Non-Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock (“Series A Preferred Stock”) as part of the private placement offering completed on November 15, 2008.  The liquidation preference is $8.00 per share.  Each share of Series A Preferred Stock is convertible at the option of the holder into one share of Bancorp’s common stock, subject to adjustment upon certain corporate events. The initial conversion rate is equivalent to an initial conversion price of $8.00 per share of Bancorp’s common stock. At the option of Bancorp, on and after December 31, 2013, at any time and from time to time, some or all of the Series A Preferred Stock may be converted into shares of Bancorp’s common stock at the then-applicable conversion rate.  Costs related to the issuance of the preferred stock totaled $247,000 and were netted against the proceeds.

If declared by Bancorp's board of directors, cash dividends at an annual rate of 8.0% will be paid quarterly in arrears on the last day of March, June, September and December commencing December 31, 2008. Dividends will not be paid on Bancorp’s common stock in any quarter until the dividend on the Series A Preferred Stock has been paid for such quarter; however, there is no requirement that Bancorp's board of directors declare any dividends on the Series A Preferred Stock and any unpaid dividends shall not be cumulative.

On November 21, 2008, Bancorp entered into an agreement with the United States Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”), pursuant to which Bancorp issued and sold (i) 23,393 shares of its Series B Fixed Rate Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share and liquidation preference $1,000 per share, (the “Series B Preferred Stock”) and (ii) a warrant (the “Warrant”) to purchase 556,976 shares of Bancorp’s common stock, par value $0.01 per share, for an aggregate purchase price of $23,393,000.  Costs related to the issuance of the preferred stock and warrants totaled $45,000 and were netted against the proceeds.

The Series B Preferred Stock qualifies as Tier 1 capital and will pay cumulative dividends at a rate of 5% per annum for the first five years, and 9% per annum thereafter.  The Series B Preferred Stock has no maturity date and ranks pari passu with Bancorp’s existing Series A Preferred Stock, in terms of dividend payments and distributions upon liquidation, dissolution and winding up of Bancorp.

The Series B Preferred Stock is non-voting, other than class voting rights on certain matters that could adversely affect the Series B Preferred Stock. If dividends on the Series B Preferred Stock have not been paid for an aggregate of six quarterly dividend periods or more, whether consecutive or not, Bancorp’s authorized number of directors will be automatically increased by two and the holders of the Series B Preferred Stock, voting together with holders of any then outstanding voting parity stock, will have the right to elect those directors at Bancorp’s next annual meeting of stockholders or at a special meeting of stockholders called for that purpose. These preferred share directors will be elected annually and serve until all accrued and unpaid dividends on the Series B Preferred Stock have been paid.

 
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The Warrant has a 10-year term and is immediately exercisable at an exercise price of $6.30 per share of Common Stock.   The exercise price and number of shares subject to the Warrant are both subject to anti-dilution adjustments.  Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, Treasury has agreed not to exercise voting power with respect to any shares of Common Stock issued upon exercise of the Warrant.

Bancorp’s ability to declare dividends on its common stock are limited by the terms of Bancorp’s Series A preferred stock and Series B preferred stock.  Bancorp may not declare or pay any dividend on, make any distributions relating to, or redeem, purchase, acquire or make a liquidation payment relating to, or make any guarantee payment with respect to its common stock in any quarter until the dividend on the Series A Preferred Stock has been declared and paid for such quarter, subject to certain minor exceptions.  Additionally Bancorp may not declare or pay any dividend or distribution on its common stock, and Bancorp may not purchase, redeem or otherwise acquire for consideration any of its common stock, unless all accrued and unpaid dividends for all past dividend periods, including the latest completed dividend period, on all outstanding shares of Series B Preferred Stock have been or are contemporaneously declared and paid in full (or have been declared and a sum sufficient for the payment thereof has been set aside), subject to certain minor exceptions.  Dividends on the Series A Preferred Stock and Series B Preferred Stock have not been paid since the first quarter of 2012 because Bancorp did not receive approval from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond to pay such dividends.  As of March 31, 2013, Bancorp has unpaid cumulative dividends and interest in arrears on the Series B Preferred Stock of $1,192,000.  Accordingly, Bancorp will not be able to pay dividends on its common stock until the dividend in arrearage on its Series B Preferred Stock has been paid in full.

On November 23, 2009, Bancorp and the Bank entered into supervisory agreements with their respective regulators.  Bancorp is currently under its original agreement which is now enforced by the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.  On April 23, 2013, the Bank entered into a new agreement with the OCC, which supersedes and terminates the supervisory agreement entered into on November 23, 2009.  A copy of the new supervisory agreement is included as Exhibit 10.1 hereto. The agreements require, among other things, that Bancorp and the Bank must obtain prior regulatory approval before any dividends or capital distributions can be made.

Effects of Inflation

The consolidated financial statements and related consolidated financial data presented herein have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and practices within the banking industry which require the measurement of financial condition and operating results in terms of historical dollars, without considering the changes in the relative purchasing power of money over time due to inflation.  Unlike industrial companies, virtually all of the assets and liabilities of a financial institution are monetary in nature.  As a result, interest rates have a more significant impact on a financial institution’s performance than the effects of general levels of inflation.

Average Balance Sheet

The following table presents Bancorp’s distribution of the average consolidated balance sheets and net interest analysis for the three months ended March 31, 2013 and March 31, 2012:

 
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Three Months Ended March 31, 2013
   
Three Months Ended March 31, 2012
 
   
Average
Volume
   
Interest
   
Yield/Cost
   
Average
Volume
   
Interest
   
Yield/Cost
 
   
(dollars in thousands)
 
ASSETS
                                   
   Loans (1)
  $ 672,255     $ 8,694       5.17 %   $ 711,350     $ 10,037       5.64 %
   Held to maturity securities (2)
    33,540       151       1.80 %     40,093       174       1.73 %
   Other interest-earning assets (3)
    54,491       68       0.50 %     68,803       54       0.31 %
                                                 
   Total interest-earning assets
    760,286       8,913       4.69 %     820,246       10,265       5.01 %
                                                 
Non-interest earning assets
    85,033                       80,095                  
                                                 
Total assets
  $ 845,319                     $ 900,341                  
                                                 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
                                               
   Savings and checking deposits
  $ 276,316       210       0.30 %   $ 271,416       344       0.51 %
   Certificates of deposit
    315,576       1,045       1.32 %     379,989       1,906       2.01 %
   Borrowings
    139,119       1,060       3.05 %     139,119       1,302       3.74 %
                                                 
   Total interest-bearing liabilities
    731,011       2,315       1.27 %     790,524       3,552       1.80 %
                                                 
Non-interest bearing liabilities
    5,558                       3,930                  
                                                 
Stockholders' equity
    108,750                       105,887                  
                                                 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
  $ 845,319                     $ 900,341                  
                                                 
Net interest income and interest rate spread
          $ 6,598       3.42 %           $ 6,713       3.21 %
                                                 
Net interest margin
                    3.47 %                     3.27 %
                                                 
Average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities
              104.00 %                     103.76 %

(1)  
Non-accrual loans are included in the average balances and in the computation of yields.
(2)  
Bancorp does not have any tax-exempt securities.
(3)  
Other interest-earning assets includes interest-bearing deposits in other banks, federal funds sold and FHLB stock investments.

 
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Recent Accounting Pronouncements

For information concerning recent accounting pronouncements, see Note 13 to the unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.

Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

There has been no material change in market risk since December 31, 2012, as reported in Bancorp’s Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 14, 2013.

Item 4. Controls and Procedures

Disclosure Controls and Procedures

Under the supervision and with the participation of Bancorp's management, including its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, Bancorp has evaluated the effectiveness of its disclosure controls and procedures as of March 31, 2013.  Disclosure controls and procedures are defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act as those controls and other procedures of an issuer that are designed to ensure that the information required to be disclosed by the issuer in the reports it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms.  Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by an issuer in the reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to the issuer’s management, including its principal executive officer and principal financial officer, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.  Based upon this evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of the period covered by this report, Bancorp’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective because management implemented processes and procedures that it believes remediated the material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting discussed below that was previously reported in Bancorp’s Annual Report in Form 10-K for the year ended December 2012.

Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

Bancorp’s management, with the participation of its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, also conducted an evaluation of Bancorp’s internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(f), to determine whether any changes occurred during the quarter ended March 31, 2013, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, Bancorp’s internal control over financial reporting.  Based on that evaluation, there was such a change during the quarter ended March 31, 2013 because of actions taken to remediate the material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting discussed below.

Remediation of Material Weakness

As reported in Item 9A of Bancorp’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 2012, management concluded that as of December 31, 2012, Bancorp’s internal control over financial reporting was not effective because of the material weakness described below.  A material weakness is a control deficiency, or a combination of control deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of Bancorp’s annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected on a timely basis.

In the preparation of Bancorp’s December 31, 2012 audited financial statements, management found an error in the method of amortization being used to account for its FDIC prepaid insurance assessment which resulted in a material misstatement for years ended December 31, 2011 and 2010 and quarterly periods in each of 2010, 2011 and 2012.  In 2009, Bancorp paid an estimated FDIC insurance assessment in advance for fiscal years 2010, 2011 and 2012 based on the level of net assets as of June 30, 2009, and began expensing the prepayment evenly over the three year period covered by the prepayment.  During the course of the preparation of the 2012 year-end financial statements and audit, management determined that this method of amortization was incorrect and that Bancorp should have amortized the prepayment based on the actual reduced level of net assets over that period.  As previously reported, management determined that this control deficiency constituted a material weakness.  Management corrected the error and restated prior year financial statements and related information for those periods in its Annual Report on Form 10-K.

 
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Management has taken certain actions to remediate the material weakness in its internal controls over financial reporting that included: a thorough review of the processes and procedures used in the Bancorp’s prepaid expense accounting; adding more experienced accounting staff at Bancorp; directing all accounting and finance personnel to formal training programs so that they remain current with accounting rules, regulations and trends; and a thorough review of the finance and accounting department to ensure that the areas of responsibilities are properly matched to the staff competencies and that the lines of communication and processes are as effective as possible.

A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met.  Further, the design of a control system must reflect the fact that there are resource constraints, and the benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs.  Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within Bancorp have been detected.  Because of the inherent limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected.

PART II – OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1. Legal Proceedings

There are various claims pending involving Bancorp, arising in the normal course of business.  Management believes, based upon consultation with legal counsel, that liabilities arising from these proceedings, if any, will not be material to Bancorp’s consolidated financial condition and consolidated results of operations.

Item 1A. Risk Factors

The risk factors discussed in Part I, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012 should be carefully considered by you. If any of the risks actually occur, Bancorp’s business, financial condition or results of operations could be materially and adversely affected.  The risks described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K are not the only risks facing Bancorp.  Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and/or results of operations.  This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties.  Bancorp’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including the risks faced by Bancorp described in Bancorp’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

None.

Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities

As noted above, Bancorp and the Bank entered into supervisory agreements with the regulators that require, among other things, that Bancorp and Bank obtain prior regulatory approval before paying any dividends or distribution.  During the first quarter of 2013, Bancorp did not receive approval from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond to pay dividends on the Series B Preferred Stock in the amount of $293,000 due on February 15, 2013 and Series A Preferred Stock in the amount of $70,000 due on March 30, 2013.  As of March 31, 2013, Bancorp has unpaid cumulative dividends and interest in arrears on the Series B Preferred Stock of $1,192,000.

 
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Also as noted above, as permitted under the terms of the 2035 Indenture, as of March 31, 2013, Bancorp has deferred the payment of four quarters of interest on its 2035 Debentures and the cumulative amount of interest in arrears not paid, including interest on unpaid interest, was $503,000.

Bancorp and Bank continue to work with the regulators to obtain approval for dividends and interest payments.

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

Item 5. Other Information

None.

Item 6.  Exhibits

Exhibit No.       Description

 
10.1
Formal Agreement between Severn Savings Bank, FSB and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, dated April 23, 2013.

 
31.1
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

 
31.2
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

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

 
101
The following financial statements from the Severn Bancorp, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q as of March 31, 2013 and for the three months ended March 31, 2013, formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language): (i) the Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition; (ii) the Consolidated Statements of Operations; (iii) the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows; and (iv) the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.  Pursuant to Rule 406T of Regulation S-T, the Interactive Data Files on Exhibit 101 hereto are deemed not filed or part of a registration statement or prospectus for purposes of Sections 11 or 12 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, are deemed not filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and otherwise are not subject to liability under those sections.

 
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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.

   
SEVERN BANCORP, INC.
     
     
May 8, 2013
 
Alan J. Hyatt___
   
Alan J. Hyatt, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer
   
(Principal Executive Officer)
     
     
May 8, 2013
 
Stephen W. Lilly  
   
Stephen W. Lilly,
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
   
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)


 
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Exhibit Index


Exhibit No.
Description
   
10.1
 
31.1
Formal Agreement between Severn Savings Bank, FSB and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, dated April 23, 2013.
 
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
   
31.2
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
   
32
 
101
Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
 
The following financial statements from the Severn Bancorp, Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q as of March 31, 2013 and for the three months ended March 31, 2013, formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language): (i) the Consolidated Statements of Financial Condition; (ii) the Consolidated Statements of Operations; (iii) the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows; and (iv) the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.  Pursuant to Rule 406T of Regulation S-T, the Interactive Data Files on Exhibit 101 hereto are deemed not filed or part of a registration statement or prospectus for purposes of Sections 11 or 12 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, are deemed not filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and otherwise are not subject to liability under those sections.


 
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