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Organization and Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Subsequent events Subsequent events – The Company has evaluated subsequent events for potential recognition and disclosure.
Basis of Presentation and Use of Estimates
Basis of Presentation and Use of Estimates – The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Material estimates that are particularly susceptible to significant change in the near term relate to the determination of the allowance for credit losses and the fair value of MSRs.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Sound Financial Bancorp and its wholly- owned subsidiaries, the Bank and Sound Community Insurance Agency, Inc. All significant intercompany balances and transactions between Sound Financial Bancorp and its subsidiaries have been eliminated in consolidation.
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents – For purposes of reporting cash flows, cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and in banks and interest-bearing deposits. All have original maturities of three months or less and may exceed federally insured limits.
Investment securities
Investment securities – Investment securities are classified as HTM securities or AFS securities. HTM securities are those securities that the Company has the positive intent and ability to hold until maturity. These securities are carried at amortized cost, adjusted for the amortization or accretion of premiums or discounts. Securities not classified as HTM or trading are considered AFS securities. AFS securities may be sold to implement the Company's asset/liability management strategies and/or in response to changes in interest rates and similar factors. AFS securities are reported at fair value. Dividend and interest income on investment securities are recognized when earned.
Unrealized gains and losses, net of the related deferred tax effect, are reported as a net amount in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on AFS securities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Realized gains and losses on AFS securities, determined using the specific identification method, are included in earnings. Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts are recognized as adjustments to interest income using the interest method over the period to the earlier of call date or maturity.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Investment Securities
Allowance for Credit Losses on Investment Securities – The ACL on investment securities is determined for both the HTM and AFS securities in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 326 - Financial Instruments - Credit Losses. For AFS securities, we perform a quarterly qualitative evaluation for securities in an unrealized loss position to determine if, for those investments in an unrealized loss position, the decline in fair value is credit related or non-credit related. In determining whether a security’s decline in fair value is credit related, we consider a number of factors including, but not limited to: (i) the extent to which the fair value of the investment is less than its amortized cost; (ii) the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer; (iii) downgrades in credit ratings; (iv) payment structure of the security, (v) the ability of the issuer of the security to make scheduled principal and interest payments; and (vi) general market conditions, which reflect prospects for the economy as a whole, including interest rates and sector credit spreads. If it is determined that the unrealized loss can be attributed to credit loss, we record the amount of credit loss through a charge to provision for credit losses in current period earnings. However, the amount of credit loss recorded in current period earnings is limited to the amount of the total unrealized loss on the security, which is measured as the amount by which the security’s fair value is below its amortized cost.
If we intend, or it is likely we will be required, to sell the security in an unrealized loss position, the total amount of the loss is recognized in current period earnings. For unrealized losses deemed non-credit related, we record the loss, net of tax, through accumulated other comprehensive income. For HTM securities, we evaluate at the end of each quarter whether any expected credit losses exist.
We determine expected credit losses on AFS and HTM securities through a discounted cash flow approach, using the security’s effective interest rate. However, as previously mentioned, the measurement of credit losses on AFS securities only occurs when, through our qualitative assessment, all or a portion of the unrealized loss is determined to be credit related. Our discounted cash flow approach incorporates assumptions about the collectability of future cash flows. The amount of credit loss is measured as the amount by which the security’s amortized cost exceeds the present value of expected future cash flows. Credit losses on AFS securities are measured on an individual basis, while credit losses on HTM securities are measured on a collective basis according to shared risk characteristics. Credit losses on HTM securities are only recognized at the individual security level when we determine a security no longer possesses risk characteristics similar to other HTM securities in the portfolio. We do not measure credit losses on an investment’s accrued interest receivable, but rather promptly reverse from current period earnings the amount of accrued interest that is no longer deemed collectable. Accrued interest receivable for investment securities is included in accrued interest receivable balances in the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans – The ACL is measured using the current expected credit losses (“CECL”) approach for financial instruments measured at amortized cost and for other commitments to extend credit. CECL requires the immediate recognition of estimated credit losses expected to occur over the estimated remaining life of the asset. The forward-looking concept of CECL requires loss estimates to consider historical experience, current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts. The ACL consists of two elements: (1) identification of loans that do not share risk characteristics with collectively evaluated loan pools, which are individually analyzed for expected credit loss and (2) establishment of an ACL for collectively evaluated loan pools based upon loans that share similar risk characteristics.
We maintain a loan review system that periodically assesses our loan portfolio and identifies individually analyzed loans. For loans that do not share risk characteristics with other loans, expected credit loss is measured as the difference between the discounted value of expected future cash flows (based on the original effective interest rate) and the loan’s amortized cost basis. The amortized cost basis is net of previous charge-offs and deferred loan fees and costs. If the net realizable value of the loan is less than its amortized cost basis, we recognize an expected credit loss for the difference. For collateral-dependent loans, where the borrower is experiencing financial difficulty and repayment is expected to be provided substantially through the operation
or sale of the collateral, we have elected the practical expedient under ASC 326. Under this approach, expected credit losses are measured based on the fair value of the collateral, considering estimated selling costs when a sale is expected.
We estimate the ACL using relevant information from internal and external sources, related to past events, current conditions, and a reasonable and supportable forecast. The ACL is measured on a collective (segment) basis when similar risk characteristics exist. Historical credit loss experience for both the Company and segment-specific peers provides the basis for the estimate of expected credit losses. Segments are based upon federal call report segmentation. The reserve was applied on a loan-by-loan basis and condensed into the applicable segments reported in “Note 5— Loans.”
The ACL is measured on a collective basis for pools of loans with similar risk characteristics. We have identified the following pools of financial assets with similar risk characteristics for measuring expected credit losses:
•Construction — While secured by real estate, construction loans carry greater risk than term real estate loans due to additional uncertainties, including the timely and cost-effective completion of construction, as well as the ability to sell the building or achieve stabilized occupancy sufficient to generate necessary cash flows for debt service and operating costs. Some loans are originated for borrowers who intend to occupy the property, creating a risk that they may be unable to secure permanent financing upon construction completion. To mitigate these risks, we require borrowers to adhere to lower loan-to-value ratios and additional covenants and demonstrate strong financial support from guarantors or borrowers.
•One-to-four family residential closed end loans secured by first liens — The primary drivers of potential loss in our residential real estate portfolio included general, regional, or individual economic conditions that effect employment and borrowers’ cash flows. Risk in this portfolio is best measured through changes in borrower credit scores and loan-to-value ratios. Loss estimates are based on credit score trends, economic outlook, home values, and historical loss experience, adjusted for economic conditions and unemployment rates.
•One-to-four family residential secured by junior liens — Similar to first-lien residential real estate loans, the performance of junior lien loans is primarily influenced by borrower cash flow and employment status. However, junior lien loans carry additional risk because they are typically secured by a deed of trust subordinate to the primary lien holder. For home equity lines of credit (“HELOCs”), there is an added risk that, as a borrower's financial condition deteriorates, the outstanding balance may increase since the Company can only cancel these credit lines under specific, limited conditions. In addition to the ACL maintained as a percentage of the outstanding loan balance, we maintain additional reserves for the unfunded portion of HELOCs.
•Commercial and multifamily real estate — Non-owner-occupied commercial and multifamily properties typically consist of leased buildings, where rental income serves as the primary source of repayment. Owner-occupied commercial properties generally rely on the financial condition of the business operating within the property. The portfolio primarily includes loans secured by office, retail, light industrial, and multifamily properties, along with some special-use properties. The risk of loss is primarily driven by economic changes that affect tenants’ or business owners’ ability to pay rent. These properties require more intensive management due to potential tenant turnover, which can impact occupancy rates and rental income. Additional risks include oversupply from new construction, rising operating costs, and changes in interest rates. These loans typically have maturities of five to ten years at origination, with amortization periods ranging from 15 to 25 years.
•Commercial and industrial — Repayment of these loans is primarily based on the borrower’s cash flow and secondarily on the underlying collateral. Borrower cash flows may be unpredictable, and collateral (often accounts receivable, inventory, or equipment) can fluctuate in value. Such collateral may depreciate, be difficult to appraise, or be illiquid. Losses in this portfolio tend to be closely correlated with actual and forecasted changes in gross domestic product.
•Floating homes — The primary drivers of potential loss in our floating homes portfolio included general, regional, or individual economic conditions that effect employment and borrowers’ cash flows. Risk in this portfolio is best measured through changes in borrower credit scores and loan-to-value ratios. Loss estimates are based on credit score trends, economic outlook, floating home values, and historical loss experience, adjusted for economic conditions and unemployment rates.
•Other consumer loans (excluding floating homes) — These loans are subject to three primary risks: non-payment due to income loss, over-extension of credit, and collateral shortfall in the event of default. Non-payment is typically driven by job loss and follows general economic trends, particularly increases in unemployment. Collateral values may decline due to market demand shifts, physical damage, or a combination of factors. Revolving lines of credit, which are unsecured, generally offer limited recovery opportunities in the event of default.
The ACL quantitative allowance for each segment is measured using a discounted cash flow methodology incorporating a gross historical loss rate. Required cash flows over the contractual life of the loans are the basis for the cash flows utilized in the model, adjusted for defaults, recoveries, and expected prepayments. The contractual term excludes expected extensions, renewals, and modifications.
The quantitative analysis utilizes macroeconomic variables to establish a quantitative relationship between economic conditions and loan performance through an economic cycle. Using the historical relationship between economic conditions and loan performance, our expectation of future loan performance is incorporated using an economic forecast based upon unemployment. The forecast is applied over a period that we determined to be reasonable and supportable. Beyond the period over which we can develop or source a reasonable and supportable forecast, the model reverts to long-term average historical loss rates using a straight-line, time-based methodology over the next four quarters. Our current forecast period is four quarters, with a four-quarter reversion period to long-term average historical loss rates.
After quantitative considerations, we apply additional qualitative adjustments that consider the expected impact of certain factors not fully captured in the quantitative reserve. The qualitative considerations are constructed within a framework that ranges from zero expected losses (minimum) to a maximum historical loss rate. The maximum historical loss rate is the highest two-year loss rate produced by the base historical loss rate model. Qualitative adjustments include but are not limited to changes in lending policies; changes in nature and volume of the portfolio; change in staff experience level; changes in the volume or trends of classified loans, delinquencies, and nonaccrual loans; concentration risk; value of underlying collateral; competitive, legal, and regulatory factors; changes in the loan review system; and economic conditions. Management has assigned weightings for each qualitative factor as to the relative importance of that factor to each segment. The qualitative factors are evaluated using a five-point scale ranging from improvement to major risk. Improvement represents an adjustment down to the minimum historical loss rate. Major risk represents an adjustment up to the maximum historical loss rate. The rating of the qualitative factor and the allocated weighting determines the adjustment to the historical loss rate. Management utilizes a scorecard approach in the determination of what level of the five-point scale to assign to each qualitative adjustment. This includes, but is not limited to, differences between local and national unemployment rates, quantitative changes in inflation, introduction of new product lines, level of past due loans, risk rating of certain loan portfolios, loan review downgrades or upgrades, and quantitative approaches to measuring the risk of underlying collateral.
The ACL is established through the provision for credit losses that is reported in the Consolidated Statements of Income, which is based upon an evaluation of estimated losses in the current loan portfolio, including the evaluation of individually analyzed loans. Charge-offs against the ACL are taken on loans where we determine that the collection of loan principal and interest is unlikely. Recoveries made on loans that have been charged-off are credited to the ACL. Although we believe we have established and maintained the ACL on loans at appropriate levels, changes in reserves may be necessary if actual economic and other conditions differ substantially from the forecast used in estimating the ACL.
We evaluate our ACL policy and judgments on an ongoing basis and update them as necessary based on changing conditions. As part of our continuous enhancement to the ACL methodology, during the year ended December 31, 2023, an assessment of the loss rates utilized for each segment was performed and updated to use peer loss rates. Additionally, we enhanced the inputs related to our reasonable and supportable forecast through the inclusion of a quantitative model as part of our forecast which replaced a previous qualitative method. This change in the ACL is considered a change in accounting estimate as per ASC 250-10, where adjustments should be made prospectively.
Accrued interest receivable for loans is reported in accrued interest receivable balances in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. We elected not to measure an ACL for accrued interest receivable and instead elected to reverse interest income on loans that are placed on nonaccrual status, which is generally when the instrument is 90 days past due, or earlier if we believe the collection of interest is doubtful. We concluded that this policy results in the timely reversal of uncollectable interest.
Allowance for Credit Losses on Unfunded Commitments – We are required to include unfunded commitments that are expected to be funded in the future within the ACL calculation, other than for those that are unconditionally cancellable. To arrive at that reserve, the reserve percentage for each applicable segment is applied to the unused portion of the expected commitment balance and is multiplied by the expected funding rate. To determine the expected funding rate, we utilize a peer-based historical utilization rate for each segment. The ACL for off-balance-sheet exposures is reported in other liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The liability represents an estimate of expected credit losses arising from off-balance-sheet exposures such as unfunded commitments.
Modified Loans to Borrowers Experiencing Financial Difficulty – Modified loans are reviewed to determine if the modification was done for borrowers experiencing financial difficulty. Concessions may be granted in various forms, including a reduction in the stated interest rate, reduction in the loan balance or accrued interest, extension of the maturity date, or a combination of these. We refer to these loan modifications to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty as modified loans to troubled borrowers. Such loans are typically placed on nonaccrual status when there is doubt concerning the full repayment of principal and interest or the loan has been past due for a period of 90 days or more. Such loans may be returned to accrual status when all contractual amounts past due have been brought current, and the borrower’s performance under the modified terms of the loan agreement and the ultimate collectability of all contractual amounts due under the modified terms is no longer in doubt.
We typically measure the ACL on modified loans to troubled borrowers on an individual basis when the loans are deemed to no longer share risk characteristics that are similar with other loans in the portfolio.
Loans held-for-sale
Loans held-for-sale – To mitigate interest-rate sensitivity, from time to time, certain fixed-rate mortgage loans are identified as held-for-sale in the secondary market. Accordingly, such loans are classified as held-for-sale in the Consolidated Balance Sheets and are carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair market value. Net unrealized losses, if any, are recognized through a valuation allowance by charges to income. Mortgage loans held-for-sale are generally sold with the mortgage servicing rights retained by the Company. Gains or losses on sales of loans are recognized based on the difference between the selling price and the carrying value of the related loans sold based on the specific identification method.
Loans held-for-portfolio
Loans held-for-portfolio – The Company originates mortgage, commercial, and consumer loans to clients. A substantial portion of the loan portfolio is represented by loans secured by real estate located throughout the Puget Sound region, especially King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties, and in Clallam and Jefferson Counties of Washington State. The ability of the Company’s debtors to honor their contracts can be affected by employment, real estate and general economic conditions in these areas.
Loans that management has the intent and ability to hold for the foreseeable future or until maturity or pay-off generally are reported at their outstanding unpaid principal balance adjusted for any charge-offs, the ACL, and any premiums, discounts, deferred fees or costs on origination of loans. Interest income is accrued on the unpaid principal balance. Loan origination fees, net of certain direct origination costs, are deferred and recognized as an adjustment of the related loan yield using the interest method over the contractual life of the loan for term loans or the straight-line method for open-ended loans.
The accrual of interest is discontinued at the time the loan is 90 days past due or if, in management's opinion, the borrower may be unable to meet payment of obligations as they become due, as well as when required by regulatory provisions. Loans are typically charged off no later than 120 days past due, unless secured by collateral. Past due status is based on the contractual terms of the loan. In all cases, loans are placed on nonaccrual 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 nonaccrual or charged-off is reversed against interest income. The interest on these loans is accounted for on the cash-basis or cost-recovery method, until qualifying for return to accrual. Loans are returned to accrual status when all of the principal and interest amounts contractually due are brought current, future payments are reasonably assured and payments have been received for six consecutive months.
Transfers of financial assets
Transfers of financial assets – Transfers of an entire financial asset, or a participating interest in an entire financial asset, are accounted for as sales when control over the assets has been surrendered. Control over transferred assets is deemed to be surrendered when: (1) a group of financial assets or a participating interest in an entire financial asset has been isolated from the Company, (2) the transferee obtains the right (free of conditions that constrain it from taking advantage of that right) to pledge or exchange the transferred assets, and (3) the Company does not maintain effective control over the transferred assets through an agreement to repurchase them before their maturity.
Mortgage servicing rights
Mortgage servicing rights – MSRs represent the value associated with servicing residential mortgage loans when the mortgage loans have been sold into the secondary market and the related servicing has been retained by the Company. The Company may also purchase MSRs. The value is determined through a discounted cash flow analysis, which uses interest rates, prepayment speeds and delinquency rate assumptions as inputs. The Company measures its MSRs at fair value and reports changes in fair value through earnings under the caption fair value adjustment on MSRs in other income in the period in which the change occurs. Changes in the fair values of MSRs occur primarily due to the collection/realization of expected cash flows, as well as changes in valuation inputs and assumptions. Currently, we do not hedge the effects of changes in fair value of our MSRs.
Premises and equipment
Premises and equipment – Premises, leasehold improvements and furniture and equipment are carried at cost, less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Furniture and equipment are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, which range from 1 to 10 years. The cost of leasehold improvements is amortized using the straight-line method over the terms of the related leases. The cost of premises is amortized using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the building, up to 39 years. Management reviews premises, leasehold improvements and furniture and equipment for impairment when factors exist indicating potential impairment.
Bank-owned life insurance, net
Bank-owned life insurance, net – The carrying amount of BOLI approximates its fair value, and is estimated using the cash surrender value, net of any surrender charges.
Federal Home Loan Bank stock Federal Home Loan Bank stock – The Company is a member of the FHLB of Des Moines. FHLB stock represents the Company's investment in the FHLB and is carried at cost, which reasonably approximates its fair value. As a member of the FHLB, the Company is required to maintain a minimum level of investment in FHLB stock based on specific percentages of its outstanding mortgages, total assets, or FHLB advances. Typically, the Company may request redemption at par value of any stock in excess of the minimum required investment. Stock redemptions are at the discretion of the FHLB.
Other real estate owned and repossessed assets
Other real estate owned and repossessed assets – OREO and repossessed assets represent real estate and other assets which the Company has taken control of in partial or full satisfaction of loans. At the time of foreclosure, OREO and repossessed assets are recorded at fair value less estimated costs to sell, which becomes the new basis. Any write-downs based on the asset's fair value at the date of acquisition are charged to the allowance for credit losses. After foreclosure, management periodically performs valuations such that the property is carried at the lower of its new cost basis or fair value, net of estimated costs to sell. Revenue and expenses from operations and subsequent adjustments to the carrying amount of the property are included in other noninterest expense in the Consolidated Statements of Income.
In some instances, the Company may make loans to facilitate the sales of OREO. Management reviews all sales for which the Company is the lending institution. Any gains related to sales of other real estate owned may be deferred until the buyer has a sufficient investment in the property.
Leases
Leases – We determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception. Operating leases are included in operating lease right-of-use assets and operating lease liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Right-of-use assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities are recognized at commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. As most of our leases do not provide an implicit rate, we generally use our incremental borrowing rate based on the estimated rate of interest for collateralized borrowing over a similar term of the lease payments at commencement date. The operating lease right-of-use asset also includes any lease payments made and excludes lease incentives. Our lease terms may include options to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option. Lease expense for lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Additionally, for equipment leases, we apply a portfolio approach to effectively account for the operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities. The Company has not entered into leases that meet the definition of a financing lease.
Income Taxes
Income Taxes – Income taxes are accounted for using the asset and liability method. Under this method a deferred tax asset or liability is determined based on the enacted tax rates which will be in effect when the differences between the financial statement carrying amounts and tax basis of existing assets and liabilities are expected to be reported in the Company's income
tax returns. The effect on deferred taxes of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. Valuation allowances are established to reduce the net carrying amount of deferred tax assets if it is determined to be more likely than not that all or some portion of the potential deferred tax asset will not be realized.
Segment reporting Segment reporting – The Company operates in one segment and makes management decisions based on consolidated results. The Company's operations are solely in the financial services industry and include providing to its clients traditional banking and other financial services. For additional information regarding our segments, see “Note 21 - Business Segments.”
Off-balance-sheet credit-related financial instruments
Off-balance-sheet credit-related financial instruments – In the normal course of operations, the Company engages in a variety of financial transactions that are not recorded in our financial statements. These transactions involve varying degrees of off-balance sheet credit, interest rate and liquidity risks. These transactions are used primarily to manage customers' requests for funding and take the form of loan commitments, letters of credit and lines of credit. Such financial instruments are recorded when they are funded. The Company also maintains a separate ACL for off-balance sheet credit commitments. Management estimates anticipated losses using expected loss factors consistent with those used for the ACL methodology for loans described above, and utilization assumptions based on historical experience. The ACL for off-balance sheet credit commitments totaled $234 thousand and $193 thousand at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, and is included in other liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Provision for credit losses for off-balance sheet credit commitments is included in provision for credit losses in the Consolidated Statements of Income.
Advertising costs Advertising costs – The Company expenses advertising costs as they are incurred.
Comprehensive income
Comprehensive income – Accounting principles generally require that recognized revenue, expenses, gains, and losses be included in net income. Certain changes in assets and liabilities, such as unrealized gains and losses on AFS securities, are reported as a separate component of the stockholders’ equity section of the Consolidated Balance Sheets, net of tax. Such items, along with net income, are components of comprehensive income.
Intangible assets
Intangible assets –Identifiable intangible assets are included in other assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets and include goodwill and intangibles related to the acquisition of core deposits from other financial institutions. Typically, these assets are amortized using the straight-line method over a period of eight to ten years; however, goodwill is not amortized. Goodwill on the Company’s balance sheet is not material and resulted from the acquisition of branches in 2014 and 2017. The core deposit intangible was fully amortized as of December 31, 2024. Management reviews intangible assets for impairment on an annual basis or whenever events or circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an intangible asset may not be recoverable. No impairment losses have been recognized in the periods presented. At both December 31, 2024, and 2023, the Company had $777 thousand of goodwill.
Employee stock ownership plan Employee stock ownership plan (“ESOP”) – The Company sponsors an ESOP. As shares are committed to be released, compensation expense is recorded equal to the market price of the shares, and the shares become outstanding for purposes of earnings per share calculations. Cash dividends on allocated shares (those credited to ESOP participants' accounts) are recorded as a reduction of stockholders' equity and distributed directly to participants' accounts. Cash dividends on unallocated shares (those held by the ESOP not yet credited to participants' accounts) are used to pay administrative expenses and debt service requirements of the ESOP. See "Note 14—Employee Benefits" for further information.
Earnings per common share
Earnings per common share – Earnings per share is computed using the two-class method. Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period, excluding any participating securities. Participating securities include unvested restricted shares. Unvested restricted shares are considered participating securities because holders of these securities receive non-forfeitable dividends at the same rate as the holders of the Company's common stock. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing net income available to common stockholders adjusted for reallocation of undistributed earnings of unvested restricted shares by the weighted average number of common shares determined for the basic earnings per share plus the dilutive effect of common stock equivalents using the treasury stock method based on the average market price for the period. Anti-dilutive shares or stock options are excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share.
Fair value
Fair value – Fair value is the price that would be received when an asset is sold or a liability is transferred in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.
Fair values of the Company's financial instruments are based on the fair value hierarchy which requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs, typically market data obtained from third parties, and minimize the use of unobservable inputs, which reflects its estimates for market assumptions, when measuring fair value.
Three levels of valuation inputs are ranked in accordance with the prescribed fair value hierarchy as follows:
Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
Level 2: Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active.
Level 3: Assets or liabilities whose significant value drivers are unobservable.
In determining the appropriate levels, the Company performs a detailed analysis of the assets and liabilities that are subject to fair value measurements. In certain cases, the inputs used to measure the fair value of an asset or liability may fall into different levels of the fair value hierarchy. The level within which the fair value measurement is categorized is based on the lowest level unobservable input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety. Therefore, an item may be classified in Level 3 even though there may be some significant inputs that are readily observable.
Share-Based Compensation
Share-Based Compensation – The Company measures the cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant date fair value of the award. These costs are recognized on a straight-line basis over the vesting period during which an employee is required to provide services in exchange for the award, also known as the requisite service period. The Company uses the Black-Scholes option pricing model to estimate the fair value of stock options granted. When determining the estimated fair value of stock options granted, the Company utilizes various assumptions regarding the expected volatility of the stock price, the risk-free interest rate for periods within the contractual life of the stock option, and the expected dividend yield that the Company expects over the expected life of the options granted. Reductions in compensation expense associated with forfeited options are expensed based on actual forfeiture experience. In the case of restricted stock grants, the Company measures the fair value of the restricted stock using the closing market price of the Company's common stock on the date of grant. The Company expenses the grant date fair value of the Company's stock options and restricted stock with a corresponding increase in equity. When shares are required to be issued under share-based awards, it is typically the Company’s policy to issue new shares of stock.
Reclassifications Reclassifications – Certain amounts reported in prior years consolidated financial statements may be reclassified to conform to the current presentation. The results of the reclassifications are typically not considered material and have no effect on previously reported net income, earnings per share or stockholders' equity. There were no reclassifications to prior year amounts in the current year.
Accounting Pronouncements Recently Issued or Adopted Accounting Pronouncements Recently Issued or Adopted
In June 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments and subsequent amendments to the initial guidance in November 2018, ASU No. 2018-19, April 2019, ASU 2019-04, May 2019, ASU 2019-05, November 2019, ASU 2019-11, February 2020, ASU 2020-02, and March 2020, ASU 2020-03, all of which clarify the codification and correct unintended application of the guidance. This ASU replaces the incurred loss impairment methodology that recognizes credit losses when a probable loss has been incurred with new methodology where loss estimates are based upon lifetime expected credit losses. The amendments in this ASU require a financial asset that is measured at amortized cost to be presented at the net amount expected to be collected. The income statement would then reflect the measurement of credit losses for newly recognized financial assets as well as changes to the expected credit losses that have taken place during the reporting period.
The Company adopted the provisions of ASC 326 through the application of the modified retrospective transition approach and recorded a net decrease of approximately $1.1 million to the beginning balance of retained earnings as of January 1, 2023 for the cumulative effect adjustment, reflecting an initial adjustment to the ACL of $1.5 million, net of related deferred tax assets arising from temporary differences of $305 thousand, commonly referred to as the “Day 1” adjustment. The Day 1 adjustment to the ACL is reflective of expected lifetime credit losses associated with the composition of financial assets within the scope of ASC 326 as of January 1, 2023, which is comprised of loans held for investment and off-balance sheet credit exposures at January 1, 2023, as well as management’s expectation of future economic conditions.
The following table presents the impact of adopting ASU 2016-13 on January 1, 2023:
(dollars in thousands)As Reported
Under
ASC 326		Prior to Adopting
ASC 326		Impact of ASC 326
Adoption
ACL - loans
Real estate loans:
One- to four- family$2,126 $1,771 $355 
Home equity201 132 69 
Commercial and multifamily2,181 2,501 (320)
Construction and land2,568 1,209 1,359 
Total real estate loans7,075 5,613 1,462 
Consumer loans:
Manufactured homes282 462 (180)
Floating homes622 456 166 
Other consumer161 324 (163)
Total consumer loans1,065 1,242 (177)
Commercial business loans221 256 (35)
Unallocated(3)488 (491)
Total loans8,359 7,599 760 
ACL - unfunded commitments
Reserve for unfunded commitments1,030 335 695 
Total$9,389 $7,934 $1,455 
In March 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2022-02, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Troubled Debt Restructurings and Vintage Disclosures. This ASU eliminates the accounting guidance for troubled debt restructured loans (“TDRs”) by creditors while enhancing disclosure requirements for certain loan refinancings and restructurings by creditors when a borrower is experiencing financial difficulty. Additionally, this ASU requires public business entities to disclose current-period gross write-offs by year of origination for financing receivables and net investments in leases. This ASU was effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal years, upon the Company’s adoption of the amendments in ASU 2016-13, which is commonly referred to as the current expected credit loss methodology. The Company adopted ASU 2022-02 on January 1, 2023 using the prospective transition guidance which allows the entity to continue estimating expected credit losses in accordance with legacy GAAP for receivables modified in a TDR until the receivables are subsequently modified or settled. Once a legacy TDR is modified after adoption of ASU 2022-02, the prospective transition guidance no longer applies and the impact to the ACL is recognized in earnings in the period of modification. The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated results of operations, financial position or cash flows. As a result of the election to adopt this ASU on a prospective basis, the impact in future periods is not expected to be material.
In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures, which expands disclosures about a public entity’s reportable segments and requires more enhanced information about a reportable segment’s expenses, interim segment profit or loss, and how a public entity’s chief operating decision maker uses reported segment profit or loss information in assessing segment performance and allocating resources. The Company adopted this ASU on January 1, 2024. ASU 2023-07 did not have an impact on the Company's financial position or results of operation as it impacts disclosures only. The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s disclosures as the Company operates under one segment.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures. This ASU requires public business entities to annually (1) disclose specific categories in the rate reconciliation and (2) provide additional information for reconciling items that meet a quantitative threshold. This ASU was released in response to stakeholder feedback indicating that the existing income tax disclosures should be enhanced to provide information to better assess how an entity’s operations and
related tax risks and tax planning and operational opportunities affect its tax rate and prospects for future cash flows. This ASU’s amendments are effective for public business entities for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated results of operations, financial position or cash flows.
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, Income Statement—Reporting Comprehensive Income—Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40), which will change the disclosures about a public business entity’s expenses and address requests from investors for more detailed information about the types of expenses (for example, employee compensation, depreciation and amortization) in expense captions. This ASU’s amendments are effective for public business entities for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2026, and for interim reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2027. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this guidance.
Fair Value Measurements
The Company determines the fair values of its financial instruments based on the requirements established in ASC 820, Fair Value Measurements, which provides a framework for measuring fair value in accordance with GAAP and requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. ASC 820 defines fair values for financial instruments as the exit price, the price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability, in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date under current market conditions. The Company’s fair values for financial instruments at December 31, 2024 and 2023 were determined based on these requirements.
The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of other financial instruments:
Cash and cash equivalents - The estimated fair value is equal to the carrying amount.
Available-for-sale securities – AFS securities are recorded at fair value based on quoted market prices, if available (Level 1).  If quoted market prices are not available, management utilizes third-party pricing services or broker quotations from dealers in the specific instruments (Level 2).  Level 2 securities include those traded on an active exchange, as well as U.S. government securities. 
Held-to-maturity securities – The fair value is based on quoted market prices, if available.  If quoted market prices are not available, management utilizes third-party pricing services or broker quotations from dealers in the specific instruments.  Level 2 securities include those traded on an active exchange, as well as U.S. government securities.   
Loans held-for-sale - The fair value of fixed-rate one-to-four family loans is based on whole loan forward prices obtained from government sponsored enterprises. At December 31, 2024 and 2023, loans held-for-sale were carried at cost, as no impairment was required.
Loans held-for-portfolio - The estimated fair value of loans-held-for portfolio consists of a credit adjustment to reflect the estimated adjustment to the carrying value of the loans due to credit-related factors and a yield adjustment to reflect the estimated adjustment to the carrying value of the loans due to a differential in yield between the portfolio loan yields and
estimated current market rate yields on loans with similar characteristics. The estimated fair values of loans held-for-portfolio reflect exit price assumptions. The liquidity premium/discounts are part of the valuation for exit pricing.
Mortgage servicing rights –The fair value of MSRs is determined through a discounted cash flow analysis, which uses interest rates, prepayment speeds, discount rates, and delinquency rate assumptions as inputs.
Time deposits - The estimated fair value of time deposits is based on the difference between interest costs paid on the Company’s time deposits and current market rates for time deposits with comparable characteristics.
Borrowings - The fair value of borrowings is estimated using the contractual cash flows of each debt instrument discounted using the Company’s current incremental borrowing rates for similar types of borrowing arrangements.
Subordinated notes - The fair value of subordinated notes is estimated using discounted cash flows based on current lending rates for similar long-term debt instruments with similar terms and remaining time to maturity.
A description of the valuation methodologies used for impaired loans and OREO is as follows:
Collateral dependent loans - The fair value of collateral dependent loans is based on the current appraised value of the collateral less estimated costs to sell.
OREO and repossessed assets – The fair value of OREO and repossessed assets is based on the current appraised value of the collateral less estimated costs to sell. 
Off-balance sheet financial instruments - The fair value of off-balance sheet financial instruments, which consisted entirely of loan commitments at December 31, 2024 and 2023, is estimated based on fees charged to others to enter into similar agreements, taking into account the remaining terms of the agreements and credit standing of the Company’s clients. The estimated fair value of these commitments was not significant at December 31, 2024 and 2023.
In certain cases, the inputs used to measure fair value may fall into different levels of the hierarchy. In such cases, the lowest level of inputs that is significant to the measurement is used to determine the hierarchy for the entire asset or liability. Transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy are recognized on the actual date of the event or circumstances that caused the transfer, which generally coincides with the Company’s quarterly valuation process. There were no transfers between levels during the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.