BNCCORP Inc. Annual Report 2014

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CORPORATE DATA Investor Relations Daniel Collins Chief Financial Officer 612-305-2210 Timothy J. Franz President/CEO 612-305-2213 E-mail Inquiries: corp@bncbank.com General Inquiries: BNCCORP, INC. 322 East Main Avenue Bismarck, North Dakota 58501 Telephone (701) 250-3040 Facsimile (701) 222-3653 Annual Meeting The 2015 annual meeting of stockholders will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. (Central Daylight Time) at BNC National Bank, Second Floor Conference Room, 322 East Main Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501. Independent Public Accountants KPMG LLP 233 South 13th Street Suite 1600 Lincoln, NE 68508 Securities Listing BNCCORP, INC.’s common stock is traded on the OTCQX Markets under the symbol: “BNCC.” COMMON STOCK PRICES For the Years Ended December 31, Low 2013(1) High Low 2014(1) High First Quarter $13.79 $12.03 $12.89 $10.05 Second Quarter $18.00 $13.24 $12.10 $10.40 $18.40 $17.55 $14.40 $11.70 Third Quarter $18.22 $16.60 $14.00 $12.11 Fourth Quarter BNCCORP, INC. (BNCCORP or the Company) is a bank holding company registered under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. It is the parent company of BNC National Bank (the Bank). The Company operates community banking and wealth management businesses in North Dakota, Arizona and Minnesota from 15 locations. BNC also conducts mortgage banking from 14 locations in Arizona, Minnesota, North Dakota, Illinois, Kansas and Nebraska. (1) The quotes represent the high and low closing sales prices as reported by OTCQX Markets. Stock Transfer Agent and Registrar American Stock Transfer & Trust Company 59 Maiden Lane, Plaza Level New York, NY 10038 (800) 937-5449 Directors, BNCCORP, INC. Tracy Scott Chairman of the Board and Retired Co-Founder of BNCCORP, INC. Timothy J. Franz President and Chief Executive Officer of BNCCORP, INC. Nathan P. Brenna, Owner, Brenna Farm and Ranch Former Attorney Gaylen Ghylin, EVP, Secretary and CFO of Tiller Corporation d/b/a Barton Sand & Gravel Co., Commercial Asphalt Co. and Barton Enterprises, Inc. Richard M. Johnsen, Jr. Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Johnsen Trailer Sales, Inc. Michael O’Rourke Attorney / Author Directors, BNC National Bank Doug Brendel Shawn Cleveland Timothy J. Franz Dave Hoekstra Mark E. Peiler Scott Spillman Cheryl A. Stanton SUBSIDIARIES BNC National Bank Headquarters: 20175 North 67th Ave Glendale, AZ 85308 Bank Branches: Bismarck Main 322 East Main Avenue Bismarck, ND 58501 Bismarck South 219 South 3rd Street Bismarck, ND 58504 Bismarck North 801 E Century Avenue Bismarck, ND 58503 Primrose Assisted Living Apartments 1144 College Drive Bismarck, ND 58501 Touchmark on West Century 1000 W Century Avenue Bismarck, ND 58503 Crosby 107 North Main Street Crosby, ND 58730 Garrison 92 North Main Garrison, ND 58540 Kenmare 103 1st Avenue SE Kenmare, ND 58746 Linton 104 North Broadway Linton, ND 58552 Stanley 210 South Main Stanley, ND 58784 Watford City 205 North Main Watford City, ND 58854 Mandan 2711 Sunset Drive NW Mandan, ND 58554 Golden Valley 650 North Douglas Drive Golden Valley, MN 55422 Perimeter 17550 N Perimeter Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Mortgage Banking Branches: Glendale 6685 W. Beardsley Road Glendale, AZ 85383 Scottsdale 17550 North Perimeter Dr., Ste 260 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Wichita 2868 North Ridge Road Wichita, KS 67205 Andover 511 North Andover Road Andover, Kansas 67002 Overland Park 7007 College Boulevard Overland Park, KS 66211 Topeka 2110 SW Belle Avenue Topeka, KS 66614 Moline 800 36th Avenue Moline, IL 61265 Omaha 12103 Anne Street Omaha, NE 68137 BNC also provides mortgage banking services within the following bank branches: Bismarck Main 322 East Main Avenue Bismarck, ND 58501 Bismarck North 801 East Century Avenue Bismarck, ND 58503 Mandan 2711 Sunset Drive NW Mandan, ND 58554 Golden Valley 650 North Douglas Drive Golden Valley, MN 55422 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 89 Timothy J. Franz President and CEO TO OUR SHAREHOLDERS, CUSTOMERS, EMPLOYEES AND COMMUNITY: 2014 was a good, solid year for BNC. We focused on building our core banking operations, avoided the event-driven distractions of the recent past and significantly increased the value of BNC for our shareholders. With our expanded and strengthened core banking foundation, we commence 2015 better positioned to deliver reliable, higher earnings. Results Driven BNC is characterized by energetic, motivated people driven to produce results. Their hard work and commitment directly resulted in significant growth during 2014. We grew assets by 10.8%, deposits by 12.2% and loans held for investment by 13.5%. These gains resulted in a significantly improved net interest income that was 30.8% higher in 2014. This increase is impressive and few community banks delivered a similar increase in the prevailing interest rate environment. Net income in 2014 was $8.4 million, compared to $8.6 million in 2013. Diluted earnings per share were $1.91, down from 2013’s $2.11 per diluted share, primarily due to a decline in mortgage banking income and higher preferred stock costs. Nonetheless, our return on common equity and return on assets were quite healthy, at 12.37% and 0.94%, respectively. Nonperforming assets decreased significantly in 2014. We only had $314 thousand of nonperforming assets at the end of the year, which is a low 0.03% of total assets. This improvement allowed us to reverse $800 thousand previously reserved for credit losses as we demonstrated the ability to focus on credit quality and concurrently grow loans held for investment. In September we conducted our third annual wealth management conference. Each year we import nationally recognized experts to participate. Our event consistently draws an enthusiastic audience and demonstrates how our wealth management operations differ from the competition. This division is generating results as our wealth management revenues increased by approximately 10% in 2014 and assets under supervision continued to increase in early 2015. Please reserve October 29 on your calendar for the 2015 event. In addition to the valuable money management insights, the vista overlooking the Missouri River and the North Dakota landscape makes for a spectacular afternoon. In response to the threat of higher interest rates in early 2014, our mortgage banking operations successfully concentrated on purchase loan originations. By mid-year purchase originations outnumbered re-finance originations by almost two to one. Our mortgage banking group remained nimble and when interest rates dropped, they were able to capture re-finance opportunities in late 2014 and early 2015. The positive operating leverage of our mortgage banking business is evident, as the profitably of this group surges when volume spikes. After the successful transfer of our preferred stock from the U.S. Treasury to private ownership in 2014 (see a discussion in our prior year shareholder letter), we now have greater freedom to rationalize our capital structure. In mid-year we utilized this new flexibility and paid off $7.5 million of debt costing 12.05% per annum. This redemption will reduce interest expense by $900 thousand annually. Our performance in 2014 drove shareholder value as our book value per share increased in 2014 by approximately 26.5% and our share price increased from $12.20 at the beginning of the year to $17.10 at the end of 2014, or an increase of 40.2%. Oil Prices, Risk and the Current Economic Environment The price of oil roughly halved in recent months, dropping from over $100 per barrel to less than $50 per barrel. The volatility of energy prices is a newer risk for our North Dakota operations. The decrease in oil prices is expected to have a dampening effect in this region. At this writing, the impact of lower 1 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014energy prices on economic activity in North Dakota has not fully revealed itself and it may be well into the summer, or beyond, before the impact is known. However, we have assessed credit risk reasonably related to energy, and thus far the decrease in oil prices does not appear to have significantly impacted our portfolio. Over the longer term, we steadfastly believe energy resources will be very beneficial to North Dakota and it will be a good place to conduct banking business. Of course, the volatility of energy prices is only one of the risks we face. Risk is inherent to the banking business and it can take many forms: credit risk, interest rate risk, regulatory risk, technology risks (including cyber attacks and obsolescence). In the competitive capitalistic marketplace, economic reward will inevitably transfer to those who successfully identify and assume risk. Those who forego risk too often are likely to experience lower returns as reward will transfer to others. Those who take on too much risk will likely suffer loss. At BNC, we manage risk every day and strive to carefully assume the level of risk inherent in banking and necessary to generate acceptable returns for our shareholders. Our challenge is to get the correct balance. A challenging aspect of risk is that it cannot always be controlled or contained. The Great Recession of 2008-2009 and later caused economic damage to many, including those that did not purposely and knowingly take on risk. I am not convinced the United States, or the global economy, has left the effects of the Great Recession entirely in the rear view mirror. Recent reports note that approximately $1.75 trillion of global debt has traded to yield negative interest rates. What this means is uncertain. However, it is logical to conclude these abnormal interest rates may indicate there is unusual risk somewhere. Creating Value in 2015 and Beyond We know value is created by working hard, nurturing lasting relationships, being innovative and distinguishing between good ideas and bad ideas. While we made significant headway building an organization the created sustainably increasing shareholder value in 2014, more work remains. We are fortunate to have multiple paths available to create value and the availability of options is very positive for us. In recent years we have grown considerably -- particularly low cost core deposits -- and that has created value. While the intrinsic value of deposits is not reflected in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting standards, growing low cost deposits drives value creation in community banking and core deposits become more valuable when interest rates rise. Should energy prices rebound quickly, we can anticipate the North Dakota economy will be recharged and we plan to capture our share of the growth and profits in this region. However, it is possible economic events (e.g. low oil or agricultural prices) will not be conducive to the growth rates we have recently experienced. Should such conditions offer low interest rates, we can create value via our mortgage banking operations. Recall our elevated profits in 2012 and early 2013 when refinance activity propelled our mortgage banking operations. While repeating the profit level of 2012 is unlikely, the profitability of mortgage banking operations increased in late 2014 and early 2015. Mortgage banking is not our only option to create value in a low growth environment. De-levering our balance sheet may be an option. While our preferred stock is at, or near, a market rate, particularly because of its favorable regulatory capital treatment, it costs 9%. We intend to evaluate whether there is an opportunity to de-lever as the present value of 9% discounted in perpetuity could be quite valuable to our common shareholders. However, we must recognize capital spent to de-lever is capital not available to buttress unforeseen losses or support future growth. Regardless of which of the above options we exercise, our current loan to deposit ratio is low. Improving this ratio will not be easy, as the banking industry on the whole is searching for loans and our North Dakota customers have a propensity to prepay loans faster than other regions. Nonetheless, we are working to improve our loan to deposit ratio. If we are successful in deploying deposits into attractively priced loans, our net interest margin can continue to improve and higher profits should follow. Optionality is valuable and I like our options. It’s All About People Every day our most valuable assets – our employees – walk through the door. People who work at BNC are dedicated to high standards, hard work, serving clients and improving the communities where they live. I am blessed to be surrounded by an exceptional group. It is a genuine honor to publically say thank you to each and all. Our clients are equally valuable assets. Each of us at BNC truly enjoys engaging with you, and we’re committed to delivering a great banking experience. Let us know how we can make it even better. Shareholders should know that our people and our clients are the real BNC value proposition. We are proud of our recent accomplishments, driven to achieve more, and we look forward to delivering strong results in 2015 and beyond. Sincerely, Timothy J. Franz President and Chief Executive Officer 2 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014____________________________ Year End Financial Report ____________________________ For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 BNCCORP, INC. (OTCQX: BNCC) 322 East Main Bismarck, North Dakota 58501 (701) 250-3040 3 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014BNCCORP, INC. INDEX TO YEAR END FINANCIAL REPORT December 31, 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS Selected Financial Data...................................................................................................... Business ............................................................................................................................. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations ...................................................................................................................... Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk ............................................ Consolidated Financial Statements .................................................................................... 5 2 5 8 9 6 31 28 35 32 4 1 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Selected Financial Data The selected consolidated financial data presented below should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto (dollars in thousands, except share and per share data): For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Income Statement Data from Continuing Operations: Total interest income Total interest expense Net interest income Provision (reduction) for credit losses Non-interest income Fraud loss on assets serviced by others Non-interest expense, excluding fraud loss on assets serviced by others Income tax expense (benefit) Net income (loss) Preferred stock costs Net income (loss) available to common shareholders Balance Sheet Data: (at end of period) Total assets Investments securities available for sale Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank stock Loans held for sale-mortgage banking Loans and leases held for investment, net of unearned income Other loans held for sale, net Allowance for credit losses Deposits held for sale Total deposits Core deposits Short-term borrowings Long-term borrowings Guaranteed preferred beneficial interests in Company’s subordinated debentures Preferred stockholders’ equity Common stockholders’ equity Book value per common share outstanding Book value per common share outstanding, excluding accumulated other comprehensive income Tangible book value Tangible common equity ratio Earnings Performance / Share Data from Continuing Operations: Return (loss) on average total assets Return (loss) on average common stockholders’ equity Efficiency ratio Net interest margin Net interest spread Basic earnings (loss) per common share Diluted earnings (loss) per common share Average common shares outstanding Average common and common equivalent shares Shares outstanding at year end Other Key Ratios Nonperforming assets to total assets Nonperforming loans to total assets Nonperforming loans to loans and leases held for investment Net loan charge-offs to average loans and leases held for investment Allowance for credit losses to total loans $ $ $ $ $ 2 $ 29,264 $ 23,706 $ 23,992 $ 25,749 $ 3,308 25,956 (800) 20,454 - 34,683 4,071 8,456 1,796 6,660 $ $ $ $ $ 934,419 $ 449,333 2,817 47,109 360,789 - (8,601) - 811,231 773,279 16,002 - 15,018 21,098 62,390 18.28 16.72 18.28 6.67% 0.94% 12.37% 74.73% 3.07% 2.97% $ $ $ 3,861 19,845 700 29,285 - 35,981 3,822 8,627 1,320 7,307 843,123 435,719 2,729 32,870 317,928 - $ $ $ 5,521 18,471 100 42,938 - 39,965 (5,280) 26,624 1,462 25,162 $ $ 6,272 19,477 1,625 20,237 - 33,859 22 4,208 1,394 2,814 $ $ 770,776 $ 665,158 $ 300,549 2,601 95,095 289,469 - 242,630 2,750 68,622 293,211 - (9,847) (10,091) (10,630) - 723,229 678,670 19,967 - 22,432 21,098 48,767 14.45 14.89 14.45 5.78% 1.07% 15.15% 73.24% 2.65% 2.54% $ $ $ - 649,604 596,304 11,700 - 22,430 20,888 47,842 14.49 12.99 14.49 6.21% 3.74% 90.04% 65.08% 2.85% 2.63% $ $ $ - 576,255 525,071 8,635 - 22,427 20,687 21,180 6.42 5.35 6.42 3.17% 0.61% 17.32% 85.26% 3.11% 2.89% $ $ $ 1.98 1.91 $ $ 2.22 2.11 $ $ 7.64 7.52 $ $ 0.86 0.86 $ $ 3,369,021 3,491,254 3,413,854 0.03% 0.01% 0.02% (0.134)% 2.11% 3,297,235 3,468,390 3,374,601 3,294,562 3,344,280 3,300,652 3,282,182 3,282,182 3,301,007 0.79% 0.67% 1.77% 2.03% 1.36% 3.63% 2.45% 0.93% 2.10% (0.332)% (0.225)% (1.780)% 2.81% 2.62% 2.94% 33,510 10,238 23,272 5,750 23,973 26,231 37,257 72 (22,065) 1,333 (23,398) 747,069 137,032 2,862 29,116 350,501 70,501 (14,765) 107,446 661,111 608,481 16,329 - 24,134 20,486 16,835 5.09 4.44 5.09 2.24% (2.79)% (97.12)% 134.38% 3.20% 2.95% (7.13) (7.13) 3,281,719 3,281,719 3,304,339 4.09% 2.39% 5.10% (1.530)% 3.84% 5 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Quarterly Financial Data Interest income Interest expense Net interest income Provision (reduction) for credit losses Net interest income after provision (reduction) for credit losses Non-interest income Non-interest expense Income before income taxes Income tax expense NET INCOME Preferred stock costs Net income available to common shareholders Basic earnings per common share Diluted earnings per common share Average common shares: Basic Diluted First Quarter Second Quarter 2014 Third Quarter Fourth Quarter YTD $ 7,104 $ 7,271 $ 7,540 $ 7,349 $ 899 6,205 (200) 6,405 4,284 8,090 2,599 807 948 6,323 (400) 6,723 5,361 8,887 3,197 990 791 6,749 (200) 6,949 4,814 8,765 2,998 1,017 670 6,679 - 6,679 5,995 8,941 3,733 1,257 1,792 $ 2,207 $ 1,981 $ 2,476 $ 372 475 474 475 29,264 3,308 25,956 (800) 26,756 20,454 34,683 12,527 4,071 8,456 1,796 1,420 $ 1,732 $ 1,507 $ 2,001 $ 6,660 0.42 0.41 $ $ 0.51 0.50 $ $ 0.44 0.43 $ $ 0.59 0.57 $ $ 1.98 1.91 3,349,588 3,364,235 3,386,187 3,386,187 3,477,459 3,491,255 3,502,444 3,503,972 3,369,021 3,491,254 $ $ $ $ 6 3 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Interest income Interest expense Net interest income Provision for credit losses Net interest income after provision for credit losses Non-interest income Non-interest expense Income before income taxes Income tax expense (benefit) NET INCOME Preferred stock costs Net income available to common shareholders Basic earnings per common share Diluted earnings per common share Average common shares: Basic Diluted $ $ $ $ First Quarter Second Quarter 2013 Third Quarter Fourth Quarter YTD $ 5,649 $ 5,560 $ 5,560 $ 6,937 $ 1,016 4,633 700 3,933 11,324 9,397 5,860 2,075 977 4,583 - 4,583 8,352 9,059 3,876 1,400 944 4,616 - 4,616 5,001 9,451 166 (321) 924 6,013 - 6,013 4,608 8,074 2,547 668 3,785 $ 2,476 $ 487 $ 1,879 $ (324) (327) (330) (339) 23,706 3,861 19,845 700 19,145 29,285 35,981 12,449 3,822 8,627 (1,320) 3,461 $ 2,149 $ 157 $ 1,540 $ 7,307 1.05 $ 1.00 $ 0.65 0.62 $ $ 0.05 $ 0.05 $ 0.46 0.44 $ $ 2.22 2.11 3,297,352 3,297,352 3,297,004 3,314,807 3,466,884 3,467,749 3,475,269 3,481,232 3,297,235 3,468,390 4 7 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Business General BNCCORP, INC. (BNCCORP) is a registered bank holding company incorporated under the laws of Delaware. It is the parent company of BNC National Bank (together with its wholly owned subsidiary, BNC Insurance the Bank). BNCCORP operates community banking and wealth management Services, Inc., collectively, businesses in North Dakota, Arizona and Minnesota from 15 locations. The Bank also conducts mortgage banking from 14 locations in Arizona, Minnesota, North Dakota, Illinois, Kansas and Nebraska. Operating Strategy We are a community bank that focuses on business banking. We build value for shareholders by providing relationship-based financial services to small and mid-sized businesses, business owners, their employees and professionals. The key elements of our strategy include: • Providing individualized, high-level customer service. We provide a high level of customer service to establish and maintain long-term relationships. We believe that many of our competitors emphasize retail banking or focus on large companies, leaving the small and mid-sized business market underserved. Our consistent focus on the needs of such small and mid-sized businesses allows us to compete effectively in this market segment. • Diversification of products and services. We offer a wide variety of banking, mortgage banking, and wealth management products and services to meet the financial needs of our customers, establish new relationships and expand our business opportunities. We seek to leverage our existing relationships by cross-selling our products and services. • Expand opportunistically. We emphasize organic growth within the markets that we serve and look to opportunistically expand into new lines of business and attractive markets. Organic growth in North Dakota is an emphasis as we believe the need for our services is particularly strong due to increased demand generated by the energy and agricultural industries. In Arizona, our organic growth focuses on small businesses and the SBA arena. In recent years, we have expanded our mortgage banking operations. The mortgage banking business can be strategically counter cyclical to community banking and it has been a good example of opportunistic expansion. • Managing risk. Community banking is inherently faced with several forms of risk. We strive to manage risk by balancing the potential costs of various risks and the various rewards of banking opportunities. • Emphasize deposit growth. Growing low-cost core deposits is a key strategy. Our platforms and technology offers us a strategic opportunity to deliver high level deposit services to the businesses and professionals we serve and permits us to attract funds at a low cost. 8 5 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Overview The following table summarizes selected income statement data and earnings per share data (in thousands, except per share data): 2014 2013 SELECTED INCOME STATEMENT DATA Interest income Interest expense Net interest income Provision (reduction) for credit losses Non-interest income Non-interest expense Income before income taxes Income tax expense Net income Preferred stock costs Net income available to common shareholders EARNINGS PER SHARE DATA Basic earnings per common share Diluted earnings per common share The following is a brief overview of recent periods: $ $ $ $ 29,264 3,308 25,956 (800) 20,454 34,683 12,527 4,071 8,456 1,796 6,660 1.98 1.91 $ $ $ $ 23,706 3,861 19,845 700 29,285 35,981 12,449 3,822 8,627 1,320 7,307 2.22 2.11 • In 2014 the Company increased net interest income over 2013 through a combination of loan and deposit growth, disciplined product pricing, and effective cash deployment. • Excluding the impact of non-recurring insurance proceeds, aggregating $1.055 million in 2013, non- interest income declined in 2014 due to reduced mortgage banking revenue and gains on the sale of securities. Mortgage banking revenue declined in 2014 as interest rates rose in the second half of 2013 and remained elevated throughout most of 2014. Our bank charges and service fees, wealth management revenue, and gain on sale of loans all posted double digit increases in 2014. • Credit quality continued to improve in 2014. At December 31, 2014 our non-performing assets were 0.03% of total assets. Non-performing assets decreased from $6.6 million at December 31, 2013 to $317 thousand at December 31, 2014. • Non-interest expense declined in 2014 by $1.3 million or 4%. Excluding the impact of a non-recurring impairment charge and reductions in post-retirement benefits, 2014 expenses were flat to 2013. Salary expense increased in response to higher loan and deposit production while professional expenses declined with mortgage volume. In 2014, the effective tax rate increased to 32.50% from 30.70% in 2013 as the prior year’s tax expense benefited from non-taxable, non-recurring tax exempt insurance proceeds. • 6 9 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014General Net income in 2014 was $8.456 million, or $1.91 per diluted share, compared to net income of $8.627 million, or $2.11 per diluted share in 2013. Net Interest Income The following table sets forth information relating to our average balance sheet information, yields on interest- earning assets and costs on interest-bearing liabilities (dollars are in thousands): For the Year ended December 31, 2014 Interest Average yield or earned cost or owed Average balance For the Year ended December 31, 2013 Interest earned or owed Average yield or cost Average balance For the Year ended December 31, 2012 Interest Average yield or earned cost or owed Average balance Assets Federal funds sold/interest-bearing due from banks $ 41,896 $ $ $ 381,253 68,097 30,513 331,982 (9,184) 844,557 10,994 43,858 899,409 409,519 24,249 113,769 77,812 625,349 20,575 425 899 19,693 666,941 147,884 814,825 7,589 822,414 76,995 Taxable investments Tax-exempt investments Loans held for sale-mortgage banking Loans and leases held for investment Allowance for credit losses Total interest-earning assets Non-interest-earning assets: Cash and due from banks Other Total assets Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity Deposits: Interest checking and money market accounts Savings Certificates of deposit: Under $100,000 $100,000 and over Total interest-bearing deposits Borrowings: Short-term borrowings FHLB advances Long-term borrowings Subordinated debentures Total interest-bearing liabilities Non-interest-bearing demand accounts Total deposits and interest-bearing liabilities Other non-interest-bearing liabilities Total liabilities Stockholders’ equity Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity Net interest income Net interest spread Net interest margin 98 9,311 2,241 1,143 16,471 - 29,264 0.23% $ 2.44% 3.29% 3.75% 4.96% 3.47% $ 54,726 $ 315,722 46,086 56,779 284,344 (9,928) 747,729 10,337 49,483 807,549 144 5,948 1,496 1,890 14,228 - 23,706 0.26% $ 1.88% 3.25% 3.33% 5.00% 3.17% $ 35,172 $ 241,923 31,096 66,288 284,507 (10,560) 648,426 11,155 51,597 711,178 80 6,195 967 2,263 14,487 - 23,992 0.23% 2.56% 3.11% 3.41% 5.09% 3.70% 541 9 0.13% $ 0.04% 341,128 19,857 576 15 0.17% $ 0.08% 271,089 15,549 645 16 0.24% 0.10% 1,442 421 2,413 36 1 36 822 3,308 - 1.27% 0.54% 0.39% 0.17% 0.24% 4.00% 4.17% 0.50% 0.00% 125,641 81,196 567,822 18,948 - - 22,431 609,201 118,783 727,984 9,093 737,077 70,472 1,535 534 2,660 41 - - 1,160 3,861 - 1.22% 0.66% 0.47% 0.22% 0.00% 0.00% 5.17% 0.63% 0.00% 127,446 65,563 479,647 13,329 203 - 22,428 515,607 125,367 640,974 16,636 657,610 53,568 2,368 828 3,857 70 1 - 1,593 5,521 - 1.86% 1.26% 0.80% 0.53% 0.49% 0.00% 7.10% 1.07% 0.00% $ 899,409 $ 807,549 $ 711,178 $ 25,956 $ 19,845 $ 18,471 2.97% 3.07% 2.54% 2.65% 2.63% 2.85% Ratio of average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities 126.63% 122.74% 125.76% 10 7 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table allocates changes in our interest income and interest expense between the changes related to volume and rates (in thousands): For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 Compared to 2013 For the Years Ended December 31, 2013 Compared to 2012 Change Due to Change Due to Volume Rate Total Volume Rate Total $ Interest Earned on Interest- Earning Assets Federal funds sold/interest- bearing due from banks Taxable investments Tax-exempt investments Participating interests in mortgage loans Loans held for sale- mortgage banking Loans held for investment Total increase (decrease) in interest income Interest Expense on Interest- Bearing Liabilities Interest checking and money market accounts Savings Certificates of Deposit: Under $100,000 $100,000 and over Short-term borrowings FHLB advances Long-term borrowings Subordinated debentures Total increase (decrease) in interest expense Increase (decrease) in net interest (31) 1,385 724 - (961) 2,364 3,481 103 3 (149) (22) 3 1 36 (189) (214) $ $ (15) 1,978 21 - 214 (121) $ (46) 3,363 745 - (747) 2,243 50 1,622 485 - (318) (8) $ $ 14 (1,869) 44 (55) (251) 2,077 5,558 1,831 (2,117) (138) (9) 56 (91) (8) - - (149) (35) (6) (93) (113) (5) 1 36 (338) 144 4 (33) 166 22 - - - (213) (5) (800) (460) (51) (1) - (433) 64 (247) 529 - (373) (259) (286) (69) (1) (833) (294) (29) (1) - (433) (339) (553) 303 (1,963) (1,660) income $ 3,695 $ 2,416 $ 6,111 $ 1,528 $ (154) $ 1,374 Net interest income was $25.956 million in 2014 compared to $19.845 million in 2013, an increase of $6.111 million or 30.8%. The net interest margin increased to 3.07% for the year ended December 31, 2014 from 2.65% in 2013. In 2014, net interest income was higher as the impact of lower interest rates was offset by the impact of higher balances of assets and liabilities. Our ability to lower our cost of funds in the future may be limited because interest rates are currently historically low. In 2014, earning assets increased as loans held for investment and investments available for sale increased as we deployed funds from new deposits and liquidity built in prior periods. As 2014 progressed, we continued to increase loans held for investment. Net interest income was $19.845 million in 2013 compared to $18.471 million in 2012, an increase of $1.374 million or 7.4%. The net interest margin decreased to 2.65% for the year ended December 31, 2013 from 2.85% in 2012. In 2013, net interest income was higher as the impact of lower interest rates was offset by the impact of higher balances of assets and liabilities. Our ability to lower our cost of funds in the future may be limited because interest rates are currently historically low. In 2013, earning assets increased as loans held for investment and investments available for sale increased as we deployed funds from new deposits and liquidity built in prior periods. In 2013, we increased the loans held for investment, particularly in North Dakota. 8 11 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Non-interest Income The following table presents the major categories of our non-interest income (dollars are in thousands): Bank charges and service fees Wealth management revenues Mortgage banking revenues Gains on sales of loans, net Gains on sales of securities, net Other Subtotal non-interest income Life insurance benefits received Total non-interest income For the Years Ended December 31, Increase ( Decrease) 2014 – 2013 2014 2013 $ % $ $ 2,962 1,384 11,818 1,915 53 2,322 20,454 - 20,454 $ $ 2,675 1,260 19,344 1,632 1,247 2,072 28,230 1,055 29,285 $ $ 287 124 (7,526) 283 (1,194) 250 (7,776) (1,055) (8,831) 11 % (a) 10 % (39) % (b) 17 % (c) (96) % (d) 12 % (e) (28) % (100) % (f) (30) % (a) These fees are growing as we continue to grow deposits, and open new accounts. (b) Mortgage banking revenues were significantly impacted in 2014 by the increase in interest rates. Revenues began to decline mid-year 2013 as interest rates rose and loan production remained subdued through the first three quarters of 2014. (c) Gains and losses on sales will vary significantly from period to period. The secondary market for SBA loans is currently acquisitive and loans can be sold at attractive prices. (d) Gains and losses on sales of securities will vary significantly from period to period. (e) In 2014, the Company recorded revenue of $1.718 million from SBIC investments compared with $1.587 million in 2013.While it is difficult to predict the timing, or amount of distributions, we currently anticipate further distributions in future periods. In the third quarter of 2013 the Company recognized life insurance benefits of $1.055 million. (f) 12 9 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Non-interest Expense The following table presents the major categories of our non-interest expense (dollars are in thousands): Salaries and employee benefits Professional services Data processing fees Marketing and promotion Occupancy Regulatory costs Depreciation and amortization Office supplies and postage Other real estate costs Other Subtotal non-interest expense Impairment charge Post retirement benefits reduction Total non-interest expense Efficiency ratio For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 2013 Increase (Decrease) 2014– 2013 $ % $ $ 17,783 3,032 2,932 2,974 2,064 640 1,268 687 72 3,231 34,683 - - 34,683 74.73% $ $ 16,842 3,610 3,070 2,708 2,394 830 1,232 613 126 3,230 34,481 1,500 (174) 35,981 73.24% $ $ 941 (578) (138) 266 (330) (190) 36 74 (54) 1 28 (1,500) 174 (1,298) 1.49% 6 % (a) (16) % (b) (4) % 10 % (c) (14) % (d) (23) % (e) 3 % 12 % (43) % (f) 0 % 0 % (100) % (g) 100 % (4) % (a) Salary expense increased in response to higher loan and deposit production and the addition of talent to support the company’s growth. (b) The reduction of professional services is primarily due to the decline in the mortgage production volume. (c) Marketing costs have increased for the banking and mortgage banking operations to drive volume and support the opening of a new branch in North Dakota. (d) Occupancy costs decreased in 2014 after investing in facility improvements and office relocations in 2013. (e) The decrease is due to lower regulatory assessments. (f) Other real estate costs will vary from period to period depending on valuation adjustments on our foreclosed (g) properties– see Note 8. At December 31, 2014 the Company held only one remaining property in other real estate. In the third quarter 2013 we consolidated all Minnesota operations to one location to reduce operating costs and decided to sell a branch building which was underutilized. This resulted in an impairment charge of $1.5 million to reflect the fair market value of the property, which was sold in the fourth quarter of 2014. Income Tax Expense During 2014, we recorded tax expense of $4.071 million which resulted in an effective tax rate of 32.50%. The Company is able to carry forward state tax net operating losses aggregating $1.9 million as of December 31, 2014. The state net operating losses expire between 2015 and 2032. During 2013, we recorded tax expense of $3.822 million which resulted in an effective tax rate of 30.70%. The Company is able to carry forward state tax net operating losses aggregating $6.7 million as of December 31, 2013. The state net operating losses expire between 2014 and 2032. 10 13 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Financial Condition Assets The following table presents our assets by category (dollars are in thousands): As of December 31, 2014 2013 Increase (Decrease) 2014 – 2013 $ % Cash and cash equivalents $ 41,124 $ 18,871 $ Investment securities available for sale 449,333 435,719 Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines stock Loans held for sale-mortgage banking Loans and leases held for investment, net Other real estate, net Premises and equipment, net Interest receivable Other assets Total assets 2,817 47,109 352,188 256 16,228 3,931 21,433 2,729 32,870 308,081 1,056 14,870 3,554 25,373 $ 934,419 $ 843,123 $ 22,253 13,614 88 14,239 44,107 (800) 1,358 377 (3,940) 91,296 118 % (a) 3 % (b) 3 % 43 % (c) 14 % (d) (76) % (e) 9 % (f) 11 % (16) % (g) 11 % (a) Cash balances can fluctuate significantly, but we generally emphasize liquidity. (b) The increase in investments has primarily been funded by deposit growth. (c) Loans held for sale increased as production increased late in 2014 as rates declined. (d) In 2013, with stable credit quality, we implemented measures to increase our loan portfolio and enjoyed double-digit loan growth in 2013 and 2014. (e) Decrease is due to the sale of a bank owned property in the fourth quarter of 2014. (f) Premises and equipment increased largely due to the construction of a new bank branch in Mandan, ND. (g) Other assets decreased primarily due to reduction in net deferred tax assets as an OREO property was sold and the available for sale investment portfolio migrated from an unrealized loss to an unrealized gain in 2014. 14 11 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Investment Securities Available for Sale The following table presents the composition of the available-for-sale investment portfolio (in thousands): December 31, 2014 2013 Amortized cost Estimated fair market value Amortized cost Estimated fair market value $ 19,861 $ 19,921 $ - $ - 101,833 101,637 74,247 73,466 - - 32,065 31,678 83,990 84,379 47,882 47,824 96,988 98,188 141,552 140,557 U.S. Treasury securities U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by GNMA U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities issued by FNMA or FHLMC U.S. government agency small business administration pools guaranteed by SBA Collateralized mortgage obligations guaranteed by GNMA/VA Collateralized mortgage obligations issued by FNMA or FHLMC Other collateralized mortgage obligations 62,638 63,334 77,286 State and municipal bonds 76,958 81,874 - - 1,746 64,733 76,629 1,794 63,771 Total investments $ 442,268 $ 449,333 $ 439,511 $ 435,719 There were no securities that management concluded were other-than-temporarily impaired during 2014 or 2013. See Note 3 of our Consolidated Financial Statements. 12 15 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table presents contractual maturities for securities available for sale and yields thereon at December 31, 2014 (dollars are in thousands): After 1 but within 5 years Amount Yield (1) Amount Yield (1) Amount Yield (1) After 5 but within 10 years Within 1 year After 10 years Total Amount Yield (1) Amount Yield (1) $ U.S. Treasury securities(2) U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by GNMA(2) (3) U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities issued by FNMA or FHLMC(2) (3) U.S. government agency small business administration pools guaranteed by SBA(2) (3) Collateralized mortgage obligations guaranteed by GNMA/VA(2) (3) Collateralized mortgage obligations issued by FNMA or FHLMC(2) (3) Other collateralized mortgage obligations(2) (3) State and municipal bonds(1) (2) Total book value of investment securities $ Net unrealized gain on securities available for sale Total investment in securities available for sale - - - - - - - - - 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% - - - - - - - 0.00% $ 19,861 1.66% $ - - - 0.00% $ - 0.00% $ 19,861 1.66% 0.00% 101,833 1.88% 101,833 1.88% 0.00% - 0.00% - 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 24,106 2.68% 59,884 1.40% 83,990 1.77% 0.00% 2,038 1.90% 94,950 2.83% 96,988 2.81% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% - - - 0.00% 62,638 2.48% 62,638 2.48% 0.00% 0.00% - 76,958 0.00% 5.34% - 0.00% 76,958 5.34% 0.00% $ 19,861 1.66% $ 26,144 2.62% $ 396,263 2.80% 442,268 2.74% 7,065 $ 449,333 2.70% (1) Yields include adjustments for tax-exempt income. (2) Based on amortized cost rather than fair value. (3) Maturities of mortgage-backed securities and collateralized obligations are based on contractual maturities. Actual maturities may vary because obligors may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties. As of December 31, 2014, we had $449.3 million of available-for-sale securities in the investment portfolio compared to $435.7 million at December 31, 2013. In 2014, available-for-sale investment securities increased as we have deployed cash and funds from new deposits. The net unrealized gain of investment securities increased as of December 31, 2014 as compared to December 31, 2013 due to the general decrease in interest rates and flattening of the yield curve over the course of 2014. In 2013, available-for-sale investment securities increased as we have deployed cash and funds from new deposits. The net unrealized gain (loss) of investment securities decreased as of December 31, 2013 as compared to December 31, 2012 due to the general increase in interest rates and steepening of the yield curve since the middle of the second quarter 2013. At December 31, 2014, we held no securities, other than U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. Government Agency mortgage-backed securities, U.S. Government agency small business administration pools, and U.S. Government Agency collateralized mortgage obligations that exceeded 10% of stockholders’ equity. A portion of our investment securities portfolio was pledged as collateral. See Note 3 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for more information about investment securities. 16 13 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Stock Our equity securities consisted of $1.8 million of Federal Reserve Bank (“FRB”) stock as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and $1.0 million and $922 thousand of FHLB of Des Moines stock as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. 14 17 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Loans The following table presents our loan portfolio (dollars are in thousands): 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Amount % Amount % Amount % Amount % Amount % $ 47,109 100.0 $ 32,870 100.0 $ 95,095 100.0 $ 68,622 100.0 $ 29,116 29.2 - - - - - - - - 70,501 70.8 47,109 100.0 32,870 100.0 95,095 100.0 68,622 100.0 99,617 100.0 132,229 36.6 132,983 108,122 26,972 40,470 28,220 24,916 30.0 7.5 11.2 7.8 6.9 93,330 18,215 32,612 27,582 13,286 41.8 29.3 5.7 10.3 8.7 4.2 116,891 40.4 109,746 37.4 120,620 87,258 15,823 26,614 31,065 11,814 30.1 5.5 9.2 10.7 4.1 115,704 39.4 152,287 9,958 23,038 29,350 5,545 3.4 7.9 10.0 1.9 11,064 25,841 37,761 3,225 34.4 43.4 3.2 7.4 10.8 0.9 360,929 100.0 318,008 100.0 289,465 100.0 293,341 100.0 350,798 100.1 (140) - (80) - 4 - (130) - (297) (0.1) $ 360,789 100.0 $ 317,928 100.0 $ 289,469 100.0 $ 293,211 100.0 $ 350,501 100.0 Loans held for sale- mortgage banking Other loans held for sale Loans held for sale, net Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction Unearned income and net unamortized deferred fees and costs Loans, net of unearned income and unamortized fees and costs The following table presents the change in our loan portfolio (dollars are in thousands): Increase (Decrease) December 31, 2014 – 2013 2014 2013 $ % Loans held for sale-mortgage banking $ 47,109 $ 32,870 $ 14,239 43.3 % (a) Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction 132,229 108,122 26,972 40,470 28,220 24,916 132,983 93,330 18,215 32,612 27,582 13,286 360,929 318,008 (754) 14,792 8,757 7,858 638 11,630 42,921 (0.6) % 15.8 % 48.1 % 24.1 % 2.3 % 87.5 % 13.5 % Unearned income and net unamortized deferred fees and costs Loans, net of unearned income and unamortized fees and costs (140) (80) (60) 75.0 % $ 360,789 $ 317,928 $ 42,861 13.5 % (b) (a) Loans held for sale increased as production increased late in 2014 as interest rates declined. (b) In 2013 we implemented measures to increase our loan portfolio and have enjoyed double-digit loan growth in 2013 and 2014. 18 15 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 Loan Participations Pursuant to our lending policy, loans may not exceed 85% of the Bank’s legal lending limit (except to the extent collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities or Bank deposits and, accordingly, excluded from the Bank’s legal lending limit) unless the Chief Credit Officer and the Executive Credit Committee grant prior approval. To accommodate customers whose financing needs exceed lending limits and internal loan concentration limits, the Bank sells loan participations to outside participants without recourse. Loan participations sold on a nonrecourse basis to outside financial institutions were as follows as of December 31 (in thousands): 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 $ 180,192 222,765 218,068 220,177 259,939 Concentrations of Credit The following table summarizes the location of our borrowers as of December 31 (dollars are in thousands): North Dakota Minnesota Arizona Other Total gross loans 2014 2013 $ 228,145 63 % $ 206,315 65 % 34,029 52,679 46,076 9 15 13 32,198 34,043 45,452 10 11 14 held for investment $ 360,929 100 % $ 318,008 100 % Our borrowers use loan proceeds for projects in various geographic areas. The following table summarizes the locations where our borrowers are using loan proceeds as of December 31 (dollars are in thousands): North Dakota Arizona California Minnesota Ohio Colorado Wisconsin Other $ 2014 232,533 63,463 15,609 11,045 9,000 8,922 5,391 14,966 2013 64 % $ 211,789 18 4 3 3 3 2 3 43,750 18,314 16,372 - 9,164 5,787 12,832 67% 14 6 5 - 3 2 3 Total gross loans held for investment $ 360,929 100 % $ 318,008 100 % 16 19 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table presents loans by type within our three primary states as of December 31 (in thousands): North Dakota Commercial and industrial Construction Agricultural Land and land development Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate Small business administration Consumer Subtotal Arizona Commercial and industrial Construction Agricultural Land and land development Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate Small business administration Consumer Subtotal Minnesota Commercial and industrial Construction Agricultural Land and land development Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate Small business administration Consumer Subtotal 20 2014 Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment 2013 Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment $ $ $ $ $ $ 73,277 13,082 16,847 10,611 28,435 35,654 2,188 31,695 211,789 3,021 - - 5,102 1,571 16,306 15,502 2,248 43,750 794 - 21 578 - 15,589 91 1,241 18,314 $ $ $ $ $ $ 56,681 20,894 16,732 10,468 38,035 55,349 1,247 33,127 232,533 11,798 2,242 - 3,778 2,581 14,396 25,586 3,082 63,463 121 - 18 708 - 8,861 104 1,233 11,045 17 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Loan Maturities(1) The following table sets forth the remaining maturities of loans in our portfolio as of December 31, 2014 (in thousands): Over 1 year through 5 years Commercial and industrial $ 41,409 $ 13,969 $ One year or less Fixed rate Floating rate 14,113 $ Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction 9,806 2,443 1,953 250 13,418 18,758 41 5,099 6,269 612 10,245 1,239 3,548 7,121 10,886 Over 5 years Fixed rate 36,448 9,911 2,317 22,566 6,932 - Floating rate $ 26,290 59,402 20,932 7,304 7,648 - Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment 132,229 $ 108,122 26,972 40,470 28,220 24,916 Total principal amount of loans $ 69,279 $ 44,748 $ 47,152 $ 78,174 $ 121,576 $ 360,929 (1) Maturities are based on contractual maturities. Floating rate loans include loans that would reprice prior to maturity if base rates change. Actual maturities may differ from the contractual maturities shown above as a result of renewals and prepayments. Loan renewals are evaluated in substantially the same manner as new credit applications. Provision for Credit Losses We provide for credit losses to maintain our allowance for credit losses at a level adequate to cover estimated probable losses inherent in the portfolio as of each balance sheet date. In 2014, we reversed previously recorded provisions for credit losses aggregating $800 thousand as a result of improved credit quality. This compared to a provision of $700 thousand in 2013, which was recorded in the first quarter of the year. The provision for credit losses continues to remain low due to credit quality stabilization. Allowance for Credit Losses See Notes 1 and 6 of our Consolidated Financial Statements and “Accounting Policies” for further information concerning accounting policies associated with the allowance for credit losses. 18 21 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table summarizes activity in the allowance for credit losses and certain ratios (dollars are in thousands): Analysis of Allowance for Credit Losses Balance of allowance for credit losses, beginning of period Charge-offs: Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction Total charge-offs Recoveries: Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction Total recoveries Net charge-offs Provision (reduction) for credit losses charged to operations Transferred (to) from other loans held for sale Balance of allowance for credit losses, end of 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 For the Years ended December 31, $ 9,847 $ 10,091 $ 10,630 $ 14,765 $ 18,047 - (439) (109) (42) (190) - (780) - 8 5 21 300 - 334 (446) (800) 8,601 - (916) (87) - (106) - - (1,109) 69 8 2 15 71 - 165 (944) 700 9,847 - (70) (767) (10) (58) - - (905) 11 38 12 18 187 - 266 (639) 100 10,091 - (83) (4,549) (105) (1,049) (731) - (6,517) 49 506 21 34 67 - 677 (5,840) 1,625 10,550 80 (3,112) (283) (620) (533) (3,238) - (7,786) 14 - 5 319 127 - 465 (7,321) 5,750 16,476 (1,711) period $ 8,601 $ 9,847 $ 10,091 $ 10,630 $ 14,765 Ratio of net charge-offs to average total loans Ratio of net charge-offs to average loans and leases held for investment Average gross loans and leases held for (0.123)% (0.277)% (0.182)% (1.611)% (1.387)% (0.134)% (0.332)% (0.225)% (1.780)% (1.530)% investment $ 331,982 $ 284,344 $ 284,507 $ 328,091 $ 478,492 Ratio of allowance for credit losses to loans and leases held for investment Allowance for credit losses to total loans Ratio of nonperforming loans to total assets 2.38% 2.11% 0.01% 3.10% 2.81% 0.67% 3.49% 2.62% 1.36% 3.63% 2.94% 0.93% 4.21% 3.84% 2.39% In 2014, the level of nonperforming loans decreased to $61 thousand from $5.6 million at December 31, 2013. The decrease in nonperforming primarily relates to one significant relationship returning to performing status. The table below presents an allocation of the allowance for credit losses among the various loan categories and sets forth the percentage of loans in each category to gross loans. The allocation of the allowance for credit losses as shown in the table should neither be interpreted as an indication of future charge-offs, nor as an indication that charge-offs in future periods will necessarily occur in these amounts or in the indicated proportions as of December 31 (dollars are in thousands). 22 19 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Allocation of the Allowance for Loan Losses 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Loans in Category as a Percentage of Total Gross Loans and Leases Held for Investment Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment Allowance Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment Allowance Loans in Category as a Percentage of Total Gross Loans and Leases Held for Investment Loans in Category as a Percentage of Total Gross Loans and Leases Held for Investment Loans in Category as a Percentage of Total Gross Loans and Leases Held for Investment Loans in Category as a Percentage of Total Gross Loans and Leases Held for Investment Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment Allowance Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment Allowance Total Loans and Leases Held for Investment Allowance Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction $ 2,686 37% $ 2,215 42% $ 2,546 40% $ 1,639 37% $ 1,362 2,496 1,190 516 1,436 277 30% 4,041 29% 4,790 30% 5,518 40% 9,818 7% 579 6% 616 11% 478 10% 382 8% 2,371 7% 163 9% 4% 1,609 148 6% 9% 11% 4% 436 448 2,532 57 3% 8% 10% 2% 407 1,182 1,939 57 34% 44% 3% 7% 11% 1% Total $ 8,601 100% $ 9,847 100% $ 10,091 100% $ 10,630 100% $ 14,765 100% The amount of the allowance for losses can vary depending on macroeconomic conditions and risk in the portfolio. The allocation of the allowance for losses can vary depending on relative volume of asset groups in the portfolio and risks therein. Allowance for Credit Losses; Impact on Earnings We have established the allowance for credit losses to cover for estimated losses inherent to the loans and lease portfolio at December 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013. The allowance for credit losses is an estimate based upon several judgmental factors. We are not aware of known trends, commitments or other events that could reasonably occur that would materially affect our methodology or the assumptions used to estimate the allowance for credit losses. However, changes in qualitative and quantitative factors could occur at any time and such changes could be of a material nature. In addition, economic situations change, financial conditions of borrowers morph and other factors we consider in arriving at our estimates may evolve. To the extent that these matters have negative developments, our future earnings could be reduced by high provisions for credit losses. 20 23 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Nonperforming Loans and Assets The following table sets forth nonperforming assets, the allowance for credit losses and certain related ratios (dollars are in thousands): Nonperforming loans: $ $ $ Loans 90 days or more delinquent and still accruing interest Non-accrual loans Total nonperforming loans Other real estate, net Total nonperforming assets Allowance for credit losses Ratio of total nonperforming loans to total loans Ratio of total nonperforming loans to loans and leases held for investment Ratio of total nonperforming assets to total assets Ratio of nonperforming loans to total assets Ratio of allowance for credit losses to total nonperforming loans 2014 2013 As of December 31, 2012 2011 2010 $ 5 56 61 256 317 8,601 0.01% 0.02% 0.03% 0.01% $ $ $ 961 4,656 5,617 1,056 6,673 9,847 1.60% 1.77% 0.79% 0.67% 12 10,500 10,512 5,131 15,643 10,091 2.73% 3.63% 2.03% 1.36% $ $ $ - 6,169 6,169 10,145 16,314 10,630 1.70% 2.10% 2.45% 0.93% $ $ $ - 17,862 17,862 12,706 30,568 14,765 3.93% 5.10% 4.09% 2.39% 14,100% 175% 96% 172% 83% Nonperforming Loans The following table sets forth information concerning our nonperforming loans as of December 31 (in thousands): Balance, beginning of period Additions to nonperforming Charge-offs Reclassified back to performing Principal payments received Transferred to repossessed assets Transferred to other real estate Balance, end of period $ $ 2014 2013 5,617 203 (692) (3,235) (1,135) - (697) 61 $ $ 10,512 2,231 (935) (5,830) (337) (24) - 5,617 The following table indicates the effect on income if interest on non-accrual and restructured loans outstanding at year end had been recognized at original contractual rates during the year ended December 31 (in thousands): Interest income that would have been recorded Interest income recorded Effect on interest income 2014 2013 $ $ 483 145 338 $ $ 848 223 625 Loans 90 days or more delinquent and still accruing interest include loans over 90 days past due which we believe, based on our specific analysis of the loans, do not present doubt about the collection of interest and principal in accordance with the loan contract. Loans in this category must be well secured and in the process of collection. Non-accrual loans include loans on which the accrual of interest has been discontinued. Accrual of interest is discontinued when we believe that the borrower’s financial condition is such that the collection of interest is doubtful. A delinquent loan is generally placed on non-accrual status when it becomes 90 days or more past due 24 21 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 unless the loan is well secured and in the process of collection. When a loan is placed on non-accrual status, accrued but uncollected interest income applicable to the current reporting period is reversed against interest income. Accrued but uncollected interest income applicable to previous reporting periods is charged against the allowance for credit losses. No additional interest is accrued on the loan balance until the collection of both principal and interest becomes reasonably certain. Troubled Debt Restructuring (TDR) The table below summarizes the amounts of restructured loans as of December 31 (in thousands): Total Accrual Non-accrual $ 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 $ $ 5,105 8,544 12,368 12,848 34,264 5,105 4,356 7,871 7,270 18,482 - 4,188 4,497 5,578 15,782 See Note 6 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for information on troubled debt restructuring. Other real estate owned and repossessed assets represent properties and other assets acquired through, or in lieu of, loan foreclosure, and property transferred from premises and equipment. They are initially recorded at fair value less cost to sell at the date of acquisition establishing a new cost basis. Write-downs to fair value at the time of acquisition are charged to the allowance for credit losses. After foreclosure, we perform valuations periodically and the real estate is recorded at fair value less cost to sell. Reductions to other real estate owned and repossessed assets are considered valuation allowances. Expenses incurred to record valuation allowances subsequent to foreclosure are charged to non-interest expense. See Note 7 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for information on other real estate owned. Impaired loans See Note 6 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for information on impaired loans. Potential Problem Loans We attempt to quantify potential problem loans with more immediate credit risk. We estimate there are loans risk rated “watch list” which are not impaired aggregating $473,000 and $176,000 at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Also, we estimate there are loans risk rated “substandard” which are not impaired aggregating $9.1 million and $8.1 million at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. A significant portion of these potential problem loans are not in default but may have characteristics such as recent adverse operating cash flows or general risk characteristics that the loan officer feels might jeopardize the future timely collection of principal and interest payments. The ultimate resolution of these credits is subject to changes in economic conditions and other factors. These loans are closely monitored to ensure that our position as creditor is protected to the fullest extent possible. 22 25 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity The following table presents our liabilities and stockholders’ equity (dollars are in thousands): Deposits: Non-interest-bearing Interest-bearing- Savings, interest checking and money market Time deposits under $100,000 Time deposits $100,000 and over Short-term borrowings Long-term borrowings Guaranteed preferred beneficial interests in Company's subordinated debentures Accrued interest payable Accrued expenses Other liabilities Total liabilities Stockholders' equity Total liabilities and As of December 31, 2014 2013 Increase (Decrease) 2014 – 2013 $ % $ 187,400 $ 141,788 $ 45,612 32 % (a) 455,282 107,668 60,881 16,002 - 15,018 338 7,279 1,063 850,931 83,488 378,355 123,058 80,028 19,967 - 22,432 771 6,307 552 773,258 69,865 76,927 (15,390) (19,147) (3,965) - (7,414) (433) 972 511 77,673 13,623 20 % (a) (13) % (a) (24) % (a) (20) % (b) - % (33) % (c) (56) % (c) 15 % (d) 93 % (e) 10 % 19 % (f) stockholders’ equity $ 934,419 $ 843,123 $ 91,296 11 % (a) Total deposits have increased primarily due to growth in our North Dakota branches. (b) Short term borrowings will vary depending on our customers need to use repurchase agreements. (c) The Company redeemed $7.5 million of subordinate debentures in the third quarter of 2014. (d) Increased due to higher incentive compensation accruals and mortgage banking reserve. (e) Other liabilities increased due to mortgage banking derivatives. (f) The increase in stockholder equity relates primarily to earnings as well as the increase in the fair value of the available for sale investment portfolio. Managing capital has been a focus of management in recent periods and this will continue in the future. Mortgage Banking Obligations Included in accrued expenses, is an estimate of mortgage banking reimbursement obligations which aggregated $1.9 million and $1.7 million at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Although we sell mortgage banking loans without recourse, industry standards require standard representations and warranties which require sellers to reimburse investors for economic losses if loans default or prepay after the sale. Repurchase risk is also evident within the mortgage banking industry as continued disputes arise between lenders and investors. Such requests for repurchase are commonly requested due to fraudulent or faulty representation and generally emerge at varied timeframes subsequent to the original sale of the loan. To estimate the obligation, we track historical reimbursements and calculate the ratio of reimbursement to loan production volumes. Using reimbursement ratios and recent production levels, we estimate the future reimbursement amounts and record the estimated obligation. See Note 17 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for a description of financial instruments with off-balance- sheet risk. 26 23 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Deposits The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, the distribution of our average deposit account balances and average cost of funds rates on each category of deposits (dollars are in thousands): For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 Percent of deposits Average balance Wgtd. avg. rate Average balance 2013 Percent of deposits Wgtd. avg. rate Average balance 2012 Percent of deposits Wgtd. avg. rate $ 409,519 24,249 52.96% 3.14% 0.13% $ 0.04% 341,128 19,857 49.68% 2.89% 0.17% $ 0.08% 271,089 15,549 44.81% 0.24% 2.57% 0.10% 113,769 77,812 191,581 14.71% 10.06% 24.78% 1.27% 0.54% 0.97% 125,641 81,196 206,837 18.30% 11.83% 30.12% 1.22% 0.66% 1.39% 127,446 65,563 193,009 21.06% 1.86% 10.84% 1.26% 31.90% 1.66% 625,349 80.87% 0.39% 567,822 82.70% 0.47% 479,647 79.28% 0.80% 147,884 19.13% 0.00% 118,783 17.30% - 125,367 20.72% - Interest checking and MMDAs Savings deposits Time deposits (CDs): CDs under $100,000 CDs $100,000 and over Total time deposits Total interest-bearing deposits Non-interest-bearing demand deposits Total deposits (1) $ 773,233 100.00% 0.31% $ 686,605 100.00% 0.39% $ 605,014 100.00% 0.64% (1) Included in average total deposits are $57.0 million, $65.0 million, and $64.0 million of brokered deposits for years ending 2014, 2013, and 2012, respectively. The brokered deposits are callable at the Company’s discretion and are maintained as a hedge against rising interest rates. Excluding brokered deposits our weighted average rate of total deposits would be 0.23%, 0.27%, and 0.36% for 2014, 2013, and 2012, respectively. In recent years we have grown deposits, primarily by capitalizing on strong relationships built over time in North Dakota. Time deposits, in denominations of $100,000 and over, totaled $60.9 million at December 31, 2014 as compared to $80.0 million at December 31, 2013. The following table sets forth the amount and maturities of time deposits of $100,000 and over as of December 31, 2014 (in thousands): Maturing in: 3 months or less Over 3 months through 6 months Over 6 months through 12 months Over 12 months $ $ 14,542 18,714 14,708 12,917 60,881 Borrowed Funds The following table provides a summary of our short-term borrowings and related cost information as of, or for the years ended, December 31 (dollars are in thousands): Short-term borrowings outstanding at period end Weighted average interest rate at period end Maximum month end balance during the period Average borrowings outstanding for the period Weighted average interest rate for the period $ $ $ 2014 16,002 0.15% 24,833 20,575 0.17% $ $ $ 2013 19,967 0.17% 27,071 18,948 0.22% $ $ $ 2012 11,700 0.38% 16,949 13,329 0.53% Note 10 of our Consolidated Financial Statements summarizes the general terms of our short-term borrowings outstanding at December 31, 2014 and 2013. 24 27 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014FHLB advances totaled $0 at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Notes 11 and 12 of our Consolidated Financial Statements summarize the general terms of our FHLB advances and other borrowings at December 31, 2014 and 2013. Guaranteed Preferred Beneficial Interests in Company’s Subordinated Debentures See Note 13 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for a description of the subordinated debentures. Capital Resources Tier 1 leverage (Consolidated) Tier 1 risk-based capital (Consolidated) Total risk-based capital (Consolidated) Tangible common equity (Consolidated) Tier 1 leverage (BNC National Bank) Tier 1 risk-based capital (BNC National Bank) Total risk-based capital (BNC National Bank) 2014 2012 2013 9.94% 10.94% 11.17% 2010 2011 6.17% 7.59% 19.85% 21.67% 20.49% 13.71% 9.46% 21.10% 23.15% 22.43% 17.56% 12.89% 2.24% 6.67% 6.21% 5.79% 7.53% 9.13% 10.06% 10.68% 18.48% 20.13% 19.80% 16.95% 11.53% 19.73% 21.40% 21.06% 18.22% 12.80% 3.17% 9.41% See Note 2 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of regulatory capital and the current operating environment. Improving capital ratios has been a focus of management in recent years. In July of 2013, the Federal Reserve issued new regulatory capital standards for community banks which incorporate some of the capital requirements addressed in the Basel III framework and begin to be effective January 1, 2015. We have reviewed estimates of our regulatory capital ratios under the new Basel III framework and expect to be in compliance with these standards. The Company routinely evaluates the need to raise capital to comply with regulatory capital standards and for other corporate purposes. Off-Balance-Sheet Arrangements In the normal course of business, we are a party to various financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk. These instruments include commitments to extend credit, commercial letters of credit, performance and financial standby letters of credit and interest rate swaps, caps and floors. Such instruments help us to meet the needs of our customers, manage our interest rate risk and effectuate various transactions. These instruments and commitments, which we enter into for purposes other than trading, carry varying degrees of credit, interest rate or liquidity risk. See Notes 17 and 18 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for a detailed description of each of these instruments. Contractual Obligations, Contingent Liabilities and Commitments We are a party to financial instruments with risks that can be subdivided into two categories: Cash financial instruments, generally characterized as on-balance-sheet items, include investments, loans, mortgage-backed securities, deposits and debt obligations. Credit-related financial instruments, generally characterized as off-balance-sheet items, include such instruments as commitments to extend credit, commercial letters of credit and performance and financial standby letters of credit. See Note 17 of our Consolidated Financial Statements. 28 25 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014At December 31, 2014, the aggregate contractual obligations (excluding bank deposits) and commitments were as follows (in thousands): Contractual Obligations: year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years After 5 years Total Payments due by period Less than 1 Total borrowings Commitments to sell loans Annual rental commitments under non-cancelable operating leases Total $ $ 16,002 45,705 885 62,592 $ $ - - 1,069 1,069 $ $ - - 351 351 $ $ 15,018 - 1,297 16,315 $ $ 31,020 45,705 3,602 80,327 Other Commitments: Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years After 5 years Total Amount of Commitment - Expiration by Period Commitments to lend Standby and commercial letters of credit Total $ 102,023 1,322 $ 103,345 $ $ 21,853 - 21,853 $ $ 3,648 13 3,661 $ $ 105 - 105 $ $ 127,629 1,335 128,964 Liquidity Risk Management Liquidity risk is the possibility of being unable to meet all present and future financial obligations in a timely manner. Liquidity risk management encompasses our ability to meet all present and future financial obligations in a timely manner. The objectives of liquidity management policies are to maintain adequate liquid assets, liability diversification among instruments, maturities and customers and a presence in both the wholesale purchased funds market and the retail deposit market. The Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows in the Consolidated Financial Statements present data on cash and cash equivalents provided by and used in operating, investing and financing activities. In addition to liquidity from core deposit growth, together with repayments and maturities of loans and investments, we utilize brokered deposits, sell securities under agreements to repurchase and borrow overnight Federal funds. The Bank is a member of the FHLB of Des Moines. Advances from the FHLB are collateralized by the Bank’s mortgage loans and various investment securities. We have also obtained funding through the issuance of subordinated notes, subordinated debentures and long-term borrowings. Our liquidity is defined by our ability to meet our cash and collateral obligations at a reasonable cost and with a minimum loss of income. Given the uncertain nature of our customers’ demands as well as our desire to take advantage of earnings enhancement opportunities, we must have adequate sources of on- and off-balance-sheet funds that can be acquired in time of need. We measure our liquidity position on an as needed basis, but no less frequently than monthly. We measure our liquidity position using the total of the following items: 1. Estimated liquid assets less estimated volatile liabilities using the aforementioned methodology ($266.2 million as of December 31, 2014); 2. Borrowing capacity from the FHLB ($77.6 million as of December 31, 2014); and 3. Capacity to issue brokered deposits with maturities of less than 12 months ($132.8 million as of December 31, 2014). 26 29 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014On an on-going basis, we use a variety of factors to assess our liquidity position including, but not limited to, the following items: • Stability of our deposit base, • Amount of pledged investments, • Amount of unpledged investments, • Liquidity of our loan portfolio, and • Potential loan demand. Our liquidity assessment process segregates our balance sheet into liquid assets and short-term liabilities assumed to be vulnerable to non-replacement over a 30 day horizon in abnormally stringent conditions. Assumptions for the vulnerable short-term liabilities are based upon historical factors. We have a targeted range for our liquidity position over this horizon and manage operations to achieve these targets. We further project cash flows over a 12 month horizon based on our assets and liabilities and sources and uses of funds for anticipated events. Pursuant to our contingency funding plan, we also estimate cash flows over a 12 month horizon under a variety of stressed scenarios to identify potential funding needs and funding sources. Our contingency plan identifies actions that could be taken in response to adverse liquidity events. We believe this process, combined with our policies and guidelines, should provide for adequate levels of liquidity to fund the anticipated needs of on- and off- balance sheet items. 30 27 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Forward-Looking Statements Statements included in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” which are not historical in nature are intended to be, and are hereby identified as “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We caution readers that these forward-looking statements, including without limitation, those relating to our future business prospects, revenues, working capital, liquidity, capital needs, interest costs, income and expenses, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements due to several important factors. These factors include, but are not limited to: risks of loans and investments, including dependence on local and regional economic conditions, including the impact of lower oil prices in our major market; competition for our customers from other providers of financial services; possible adverse effects of changes in interest rates including the effects of such changes on derivative contracts and associated accounting consequences; risks associated with our acquisition and growth strategies; and other risks which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. Recently Issued and Adopted Accounting Pronouncements Note 1 of our Consolidated Financial Statements includes a summary of recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements and their related or anticipated impact on the Company. Accounting Policies Note 1 of our Consolidated Financial Statements includes a summary of our accounting policies and their related impact on the Company. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Market risk arises from changes in interest rates, exchange rates, and commodity prices and equity prices and represents the possibility that changes in future market rates or prices will have a negative impact on our earnings or value. Our principal market risk is interest rate risk. Interest rate risk arises from changes in interest rates. Interest rate risk can result from: (1) Repricing risk – timing differences in the maturity/repricing of assets, liabilities, and off-balance-sheet contracts; (2) Options risk – the effect of embedded options, such as loan prepayments, interest rate caps/floors, and deposit withdrawals; (3) Basis risk – risk resulting from unexpected changes in the spread between two or more different rates of similar maturity, and the resulting impact on the behavior of lending and funding rates; and (4) Yield curve risk – risk resulting from unexpected changes in the spread between two or more rates of different maturities from the same type of instrument. We have risk management policies to monitor and limit exposure to interest rate risk. To date we have not conducted trading activities as a means of managing interest rate risk. Our asset/liability management process is utilized to manage our interest rate risk. The measurement of interest rate risk associated with financial instruments is meaningful only when all related and offsetting on-and off-balance-sheet transactions are aggregated, and the resulting net positions are identified. Our interest rate risk exposure is actively managed with the objective of managing the level and potential volatility of net interest income in addition to the long-term growth of equity, bearing in mind that we will always be in the business of taking on rate risk and that rate risk immunization is not entirely possible. Also, it is recognized that as exposure to interest rate risk is reduced, so too may the overall level of net interest income and equity. In general, the assets and liabilities generated through ordinary business activities do not naturally create offsetting positions with respect to repricing or maturity characteristics. Access to the derivatives market can be an important element in maintaining our interest rate risk position within policy guidelines. Using derivative instruments, principally interest rate floors, caps, and interest rate swaps, the interest rate sensitivity of specific transactions, as well as pools of assets or liabilities, can be adjusted to maintain the desired interest rate risk profile. See Note 1 of our Consolidated Financial Statements for a summary of our accounting policies pertaining to such instruments. Our primary tool for measuring and managing interest rate risk is net interest income simulation. This exercise includes our assumptions regarding the changes in interest rates and the impact on our current balance sheet. 28 31 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Interest rate caps and floors are included to the extent that they are exercised in the 12-month simulation period. Additionally, changes in prepayment behavior of the residential mortgage, CMOs, and mortgage-backed securities portfolios in each rate environment are captured using industry estimates of prepayment speeds for various coupon segments of the portfolio. For purposes of this simulation, projected month end balances of the various balance sheet accounts are held constant at their December 31, 2014 levels. Cash flows from a given account are reinvested back into the same account so as to keep the month end balance constant at its December 31, 2014 level. The static balance sheet assumption is made so as to project the interest rate risk to net interest income embedded in the existing balance sheet. With knowledge of the balance sheet’s existing net interest income profile, more informed strategies and tactics may be developed as it relates to the structure/mix of growth. We monitor the results of net interest income simulation on a regular basis. Net interest income is generally simulated for the upcoming 12-month horizon in seven interest rate scenarios. The scenarios generally modeled are parallel interest rate ramps of +/- 100bp, 200bp, and 300bp along with a rates unchanged scenario. Given the current low absolute level of interest rates as of December 31, 2014, the downward scenarios for interest rate movements is limited to -100bp but a +400bp scenario has been added. The parallel movement of interest rates means all projected market interest rates move up or down by the same amount. A ramp in interest rates means that the projected change in market interest rates occurs over the 12-month horizon on a pro-rata basis. For example, in the +100bp scenario, the projected Prime rate is projected to increase from 3.25% to 4.25% 12 months later. The Prime rate in this example will increase 1/12th of the overall increase of 100 basis points each month. The net interest income simulation result for the 12-month horizon that covers the calendar year of 2015 is shown below: Net Interest Income Simulation Movement in interest rates -100bp Unchanged +100bp +200bp +300bp +400bp Projected 12-month net interest income Dollar change from unchanged scenario Percentage change from unchanged scenario $ $ 25,549 $ 26,522 (973) (3.67)% - - $ $ 26,528 6 $ $ 26,522 - $ $ 26,467 (55) $ $ 26,366 (156) 0.02% 0.00% (0.21)% (0.59)% Since there are limitations inherent in any methodology used to estimate the exposure to changes in market interest rates, these analyses are not intended to be a forecast of the actual effect of changes in market interest rates such as those indicated above on the Company. Further, these analyses are based on our assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2014 (without forward adjustments for planned growth and anticipated business activities) and do not contemplate any actions we might undertake in response to changes in market interest rates. Static gap analysis is another tool that may be used for interest rate risk measurement. The net differences between the amount of assets, liabilities, equity and off-balance-sheet instruments repricing within a cumulative calendar period is typically referred to as the “rate sensitivity position” or “gap position.” The following table sets forth our rate sensitivity position as of December 31, 2014. Assets and liabilities are classified by the earliest possible repricing date or maturity, whichever occurs first. 32 29 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 Interest Sensitivity Gap Analysis Estimated maturity or repricing at December 31, 2014 0–3 months 4–12 months 1–5 years Over 5 years Total Interest-earning assets: Interest-bearing deposits with banks $ 41,124 $ - $ - $ - $ 41,124 Investment securities (a) FRB and FHLB stock Fed Funds Sold Loans held for sale-mortgage banking, fixed rate Loans held for sale-mortgage banking, floating rate Loans held for investment, fixed rate Loans held for investment, floating rate 66,553 2,817 - - - 20,379 117,325 30,872 173,412 149,423 420,260 - - 47,109 - 29,684 8,248 - - - - - - - - 64,442 87,231 26,625 6,855 2,817 - 47,109 - 141,130 219,659 Total interest-earning assets $ 248,198 $ 115,913 $ 325,085 $ 182,903 $ 872,099 Interest-bearing liabilities: Interest checking and money market accounts $ 429,824 $ Savings Time deposits under $100,000 Time deposits $100,000 and over Short-term borrowings FHLB advances Long-term borrowings Subordinated debentures Total interest-bearing liabilities Interest rate gap Cumulative interest rate gap at December 31, 2014 Cumulative interest rate gap to total assets 25,458 9,135 14,542 16,002 - - $ $ $ 15,000 509,961 (261,763) (261,763) (28.01)% $ - - $ - - 26,562 33,421 42,696 12,614 - - - - - - - - - - 29,275 304 - - - 18 $ $ $ $ $ $ 59,983 55,930 (205,833) (22.03)% $ $ $ 55,310 269,775 63,942 6.84% 29,597 153,306 217,248 23.25% $ 429,824 25,458 107,668 60,881 16,002 - - 15,018 654,851 217,248 $ $ (a) Values for investment securities reflect the timing of the estimated principal cash flows from the securities based on par values, which vary from the amortized cost and fair value of our investments. 30 33 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The table assumes that all savings and interest-bearing demand deposits reprice in the earliest period presented, however, we believe a significant portion of these accounts constitute a core component and are generally not rate sensitive. Our position is supported by the fact that reductions in interest rates paid on these deposits historically have not caused notable reductions in balances in net interest income because the repricing of certain assets and liabilities is discretionary and is subject to competitive and other pressures. As a result, assets and liabilities indicated as repricing within the same period may in fact reprice at different times and at different rate levels. Static gap analysis does not fully capture the impact of embedded options, lagged interest rate changes, administered interest rate products, or certain off-balance-sheet sensitivities to interest rate movements. Therefore, this tool generally cannot be used in isolation to determine the level of interest rate risk exposure in banking institutions. Since there are limitations inherent in any methodology used to estimate the exposure to changes in market interest rates, these analyses are not intended to be a forecast of the actual effect of changes in market interest rates such as those indicated above on the Company. Further, these analyses are based on our assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2014 and do not contemplate any actions we might undertake in response to changes in market interest rates. 34 31 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Independent Auditors’ Report Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2014 and 2013 Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements Page 33 36 35 38 36 39 40 37 41 38 42 39 41 44 32 35 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 Independent Auditors’ Report The Board of Directors BNCCORP, INC. Report on the Financial Statements We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of BNCCORP, INC., and its subsidiaries, which comprise the consolidated balance sheets as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes to the consolidated financial statements. Management’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles; this includes the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. Auditors’ Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditors’ judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion. 36 33 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014KPMG LLPSuite 3001212 N. 96th StreetOmaha, NE 68114-2274Suite 1600233 South 13th StreetLincoln, NE 68508-2041KPMG LLPis aDelaware limited liability partnership,the U.S. member firm of KPMG International Cooperative(“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity.Opinion In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of BNCCORP, INC., and its subsidiaries as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for the years then ended, in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Omaha, Nebraska March 25, 2015 /s/ KPMG LLP 34 37 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014FINANCIAL INFORMATION Financial Statements BNCCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Balance Sheets As of December 31 (In thousands, except share data) ASSETS 2014 2013 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS INVESTMENT SECURITIES AVAILABLE FOR SALE FEDERAL RESERVE BANK AND FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK STOCK LOANS HELD FOR SALE-MORTGAGE BANKING LOANS AND LEASES HELD FOR INVESTMENT ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES Net loans and leases held for investment OTHER REAL ESTATE, net PREMISES AND EQUIPMENT, net ACCRUED INTEREST RECEIVABLE OTHER ASSETS Total assets LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY DEPOSITS: Non-interest-bearing Interest-bearing – Savings, interest checking and money market Time deposits under $100,000 Time deposits $100,000 and over Total deposits SHORT-TERM BORROWINGS LONG-TERM BORROWINGS GUARANTEED PREFERRED BENEFICIAL INTERESTS IN COMPANY’S SUBORDINATED DEBENTURES ACCRUED INTEREST PAYABLE ACCRUED EXPENSES OTHER LIABILITIES Total liabilities STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY: Preferred stock, $.01 par value – Authorized 2,000,000 shares: Preferred Stock - 9% Series A 20,093 shares outstanding; Preferred Stock - 9% Series B 1,005 shares outstanding; Common stock, $.01 par value – Authorized 35,000,000 shares; 3,413,854 and 3,374,601 shares issued and outstanding Capital surplus – common stock Retained earnings Treasury stock (254,799 and 294,052 shares, respectively) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net Total stockholders’ equity Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ $ $ $ 41,124 449,333 2,817 47,109 360,789 (8,601) 352,188 256 16,228 3,931 21,433 934,419 187,400 455,282 107,668 60,881 811,231 16,002 - 15,018 338 7,279 1,063 850,931 20,093 1,005 34 25,831 34,622 (3,421) 5,324 83,488 934,419 $ $ $ $ 18,871 435,719 2,729 32,870 317,928 (9,847) 308,081 1,056 14,870 3,554 25,373 843,123 141,788 378,355 123,058 80,028 723,229 19,967 - 22,432 771 6,307 552 773,258 20,093 1,005 34 26,133 27,962 (3,894) (1,468) 69,865 843,123 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 38 35 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014BNCCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Operations For the Years Ended December 31 (In thousands, except per share data) INTEREST INCOME: Interest and fees on loans Interest and dividends on investments Taxable Tax-exempt Dividends Total interest income INTEREST EXPENSE: Deposits Short-term borrowings Long-term borrowings Subordinated debentures Total interest expense Net interest income PROVISION (REDUCTION) FOR CREDIT LOSSES NET INTEREST INCOME AFTER PROVISION (REDUCTION) FOR CREDIT LOSSES NON-INTEREST INCOME: Bank charges and service fees Wealth management revenues Mortgage banking revenues Gains on sales of loans, net Gains on sales of securities, net Other Life insurance benefit received Total non-interest income NON-INTEREST EXPENSE: Salaries and employee benefits Professional services Data processing fees Marketing and promotion Occupancy Regulatory costs Depreciation and amortization Office supplies and postage Other real estate costs Other Impairment charge Total non-interest expense Income before income taxes Income tax expense Net income Preferred stock costs Net income available to common shareholders Basic income per common share Diluted income per common share 2014 2013 $ 17,614 $ 9,295 2,241 114 29,264 2,413 37 36 822 3,308 25,956 (800) 26,756 2,962 1,384 11,818 1,915 53 2,322 - 20,454 17,783 3,032 2,932 2,974 2,064 640 1,268 687 72 3,231 - 34,683 12,527 4,071 8,456 1,796 6,660 1.98 1.91 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 16,118 5,979 1,496 113 23,706 2,660 41 - 1,160 3,861 19,845 700 19,145 2,675 1,260 19,344 1,632 1,247 2,072 1,055 29,285 16,668 3,610 3,070 2,708 2,394 830 1,232 613 126 3,230 1,500 35,981 12,449 3,822 8,627 1,320 7,307 2.22 2.11 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 36 39 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014BNCCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income For the Years Ended December 31 (In thousands) NET INCOME Unrealized gain (loss) on securities available for sale Reclassification adjustment for gain included in net income Other comprehensive income (loss), before tax Income tax (expense) benefit related to items of other comprehensive income (loss) Other comprehensive income (loss) TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME 2014 2013 $ 8,456 $ 8,627 $ 10,910 $ (9,025) (53) 10,857 (4,065) 6,792 6,792 $ 15,248 (1,247) (10,272) 3,843 (6,429) (6,429) $ 2,198 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 40 37 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014BNCCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity For the Years Ended December 31 (In thousands, except share data) Capital Surplus Accumulated Other Preferred Stock Common Stock Common Retained Treasury Comprehensive Shares Amount Shares Amount Stock Earnings Stock Income (Loss) Total BALANCE, December 31, 2012 21,098 $ 20,888 3,300,652 $ 33 $ 27,257 $ 20,655 $ (5,064) $ 4,961 $ 68,730 Net income Other comprehensive income (loss) Preferred stock amortization, net Accrued dividends on preferred stock Impact of share-based compensation - - - - - - - 210 - - - - - - 73,949 - - - - 1 - - - - 8,627 - (210) (1,110) - - - - (1,124) - 1,170 - 8,627 (6,429) (6,429) - - - - (1,110) 47 BALANCE, December 31, 2013 21,098 $ 21,098 3,374,601 $ 34 $ 26,133 $ 27,962 $ (3,894) $ (1,468) $ 69,865 Net income Other comprehensive income Preferred stock amortization, net Accrued dividends on preferred stock Impact of share-based compensation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 39,253 - - - - - - - - - 8,456 - - (1,796) - - - - (302) - 473 - 6,792 - - - 8,456 6,792 - (1,796) 171 BALANCE, December 31, 2014 21,098 $ 21,098 3,413,854 $ 34 $ 25,831 $ 34,622 $ (3,421) $ 5,324 $ 83,488 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements 38 41 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014BNCCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows For the Years Ended December 31 (In thousands) OPERATING ACTIVITIES: Net income 2014 2013 $ 8,456 $ 8,627 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities - Provision (reduction) for credit losses Provision (reduction) for other real estate losses Depreciation and amortization Net amortization of premiums and (discounts) on investment securities and subordinated debentures Share-based compensation Impairment charge Change in interest receivable and other assets, net Gains on sale of other real estate Loss on sale of bank premises and equipment Net realized gain on sales of investment securities Decrease in deferred taxes Change in other liabilities, net Funding of loans held for sale, mortgage banking Proceeds from sales of loans held for sale, mortgage banking Fair value adjustment for loans held for sale, mortgage banking Fair value adjustment on mortgage banking derivatives Proceeds from sales of loans Gains on sales of loans, net Net cash provided by operating activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES: Purchases of investment securities Proceeds from sales of investment securities Proceeds from maturities of investment securities Purchases of Federal Reserve and Federal Home Loan Bank Stock Sales of Federal Reserve and Federal Home Loan Bank Stock Net increase in loans held for investment Proceeds from sales of other real estate Proceeds from sales of bank premises and equipment Additions to bank premises and equipment Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (800) - 1,268 6,023 171 - 5,093 (90) 4 (53) 1,606 (2,598) (651,310) 637,669 (598) (882) 17,321 (1,915) 19,365 (164,844) 100,066 53,367 (1,284) 1,196 (59,410) 1,587 788 (3,418) (71,952) See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 700 (14) 1,232 8,259 47 1,500 (4,005) (8) 118 (1,247) 1,925 (4,650) (947,823) 1,007,926 2,122 3,519 16,132 (1,632) 92,728 (269,235) 58,109 61,135 (129) 1 (43,903) 4,898 14 (2,748) (191,858) 42 39 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014BNCCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, continued For the Years Ended December 31 (In thousands) FINANCING ACTIVITIES: Net increase in deposits Net (decrease) increase in short-term borrowings Decrease in subordinate debentures Increase in long-term borrowings Decrease in long-term borrowings Repayments of Federal Home Loan Bank advances Proceeds from Federal Home Loan Bank advances Dividends paid on preferred stock Net cash provided by financing activities NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, beginning of year CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, end of year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION: Interest paid Income taxes paid SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES: Additions to other real estate in settlement of loans and transfers of premises and equipment See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 2014 2013 88,003 (3,965) (7,500) 2,700 (2,700) (29,900) 29,900 (1,698) 74,840 22,253 18,871 41,124 $ 73,625 8,267 - - - (20) 20 (4,681) 77,211 (21,919) 40,790 18,871 3,742 $ 2,493 $ 8,135 1,748 697 $ 800 $ $ $ $ 40 43 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014BNCCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements NOTE 1. Description of Business and Significant Accounting Policies Description of Business BNCCORP, INC. (BNCCORP) is a registered bank holding company incorporated under the laws of Delaware. It is the parent company of BNC National Bank (together with its wholly owned subsidiary, BNC Insurance Services, Inc., collectively, the Bank). BNCCORP operates community banking and wealth management businesses in North Dakota, Arizona and Minnesota from 15 locations. The Bank also conducts mortgage banking from 14 locations in Arizona, Minnesota, North Dakota, Illinois, Kansas and Nebraska. The consolidated financial statements included herein are for BNCCORP and its subsidiaries. The accounting and reporting policies of BNCCORP and its subsidiaries (collectively, the Company) conform to U.S. generally accepted accounting principles and general practices within the financial services industry. The more significant accounting policies are summarized below. Principles of Consolidation The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of BNCCORP and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. Use of Estimates The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Significant items subject to such estimates and assumptions include the allowance for credit losses, valuation of other real estate, reserve for potential mortgage banking obligations, fair values of financial instruments (including derivatives), fair value of investments, impairments and income taxes. Ultimate results could differ from those estimates. ACCOUNTING POLICIES Accounting policies are significantly dependent on subjective assessments or estimates that may be susceptible to significant change. The following items have been identified as “accounting policies”. Allowance for Credit Losses The Bank maintains its allowance for credit losses at a level considered adequate to provide for probable losses related to the loan and lease portfolio as of the balance sheet dates. The loan and lease portfolio and other credit exposures are reviewed regularly to evaluate the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses. The methodology used to establish the allowance for credit losses incorporates quantitative and qualitative risk considerations. Quantitative factors include our historical loss experience, delinquency information, charge-off trends, collateral values, changes in nonperforming loans and other factors. Quantitative factors also incorporate known information about individual borrowers, including sensitivity to interest rate movements or other quantifiable external factors. Qualitative factors include the general economic environment, the state of certain industries and factors unique to our market areas. Size, complexity of individual credits, loan structure, variances from loan policies and pace of portfolio growth are other qualitative factors that are considered when we estimate the allowance for credit losses. Our methodology has been consistently applied. However, we enhance our methodology as circumstances dictate to keep pace with the complexity of the portfolio. The allowance for credit losses has three components as follows: 44 41 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Specific Reserves. The amount of specific reserves is determined through a loan-by-loan analysis of problematic loans over a minimum size. Included in problem loans are non-accrual or restructured loans that meet the impairment criteria in FASB ASC 310. A loan is impaired when, based on current information, it is probable that a creditor will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Any allowance on impaired loans is generally based on one of three methods: the present value of expected cash flows at the loan’s effective interest rate, the loan’s observable market price or the fair value of the collateral of the loan. Specific reserves may also be established for credits that have been internally classified as credits requiring management’s attention due to underlying problems in the borrower’s business or collateral concerns. Reserves for Homogeneous Loan Pools. The Bank makes a significant number of loans and leases that, due to their underlying similar characteristics, are assessed for loss as “homogeneous” pools. Included in the homogeneous pools are loans which have been excluded from the specific reserve allocation. Qualitative Reserve. Management also allocates reserves for other circumstances pertaining to the measurement period. The factors considered include, but are not limited to, prevailing trends, economic conditions, geographic influence, industry segments within the portfolio, management’s assessment of credit risk inherent in the loan portfolio, delinquency data, historical loss experience and peer-group information. Monitoring loans and analysis of loss components are the principal means by which management determines estimated credit losses are reflected in the Bank’s allowance for credit losses on a timely basis. Management also considers regulatory guidance in addition to the Bank’s own experience. Various regulatory agencies, as an integral part of their examination process, periodically review the allowance for credit losses. Such agencies may require additions to the allowance based on their judgment about information available to them at the time of their examination. Loans, leases and other extensions of credit deemed uncollectible are charged off against the allowance for losses. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. The allowance for credit losses is highly dependent upon variables affecting valuation, including appraisals of collateral, evaluations of performance as well as the amounts and timing of future cash flows expected to be received on impaired loans. These variables are reviewed periodically. Actual losses may vary from the current estimated allowance for credit losses. For nonperforming or impaired loans, appraisals are generally performed annually or whenever circumstances warrant a new appraisal. Management regularly evaluates the appraised value and costs to liquidate in order to estimate fair value. A provision for credit losses is made to adjust the allowance to the amount determined appropriate through application of the above processes. Income Taxes The Company files consolidated federal and unitary state income tax returns where allowed. The determination of current and deferred income taxes is based on analyses of many factors including interpretation of federal and state income tax laws, differences between tax and financial reporting basis of assets and liabilities, expected reversals of temporary differences, estimates of amounts due or owed and current financial accounting standards. Actual results could differ significantly from the estimates and interpretations used in determining the current and deferred income taxes. Deferred income taxes are accounted for using the asset and liability method. Under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of a change in tax rates on deferred tax assets and liabilities is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. Management assesses net deferred tax assets to determine whether they are realizable based upon accounting standards and specific facts and circumstances. A valuation allowance is established to reduce net deferred tax assets to amounts that are more likely than not expected to be realized. 42 45 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 Other-Than-Temporary Impairment Declines in the fair value of individual available-for-sale or held-to-maturity securities below amortized cost, which are deemed other-than-temporary, could result in a charge to earnings and establishment of a new cost basis. The Company assesses available information about our securities to determine whether impairment is other- than-temporary. The information we consider includes, but is not limited to, the following: • Recent and expected performance of the securities; • Financial condition of issuers or guarantors; • Recent cash flows; • Seniority of invested tranches and subordinated credit support; • Vintage of origination; • Location of collateral; • Ratings of securities (ratings are not relied upon); • Value of underlying collateral; • Delinquency and foreclosure data; • Historical losses and estimated severity of future losses; • Credit surveillance data which summarize retrospective performance; and • Anticipated future cash flows and prospective performance assessments. Determining whether other-than-temporary impairment has occurred requires judgment of factors that may indicate an impairment loss has incurred. The Company follows the guidance on other-than-temporary impairments Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 320, Investments-Debt and Equity Securities. Any credit- related impairments are realized through a charge to earnings. The amount of non-credit related impairments is recognized through comprehensive income, net of income taxes. Note 3 to these consolidated financial statements includes a summary of investment securities in a loss position at December 31, 2014 and 2013. Fair Value Several accounting standards require recording assets and liabilities based on their fair values. Determining the fair value of assets and liabilities can be highly subjective. The Company utilizes valuation techniques that maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent possible. The Company determines fair value based on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability in the principal or most advantageous market. FASB ASC 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures, defines fair value and establishes a framework for measuring fair value of assets and liabilities using a hierarchy system consisting of three levels based on the markets in which the assets and liabilities are traded and the reliability of the assumptions used to determine fair value. These levels are: Level 1: Valuation is based upon quoted prices for identical instruments traded in active markets that the Company has the ability to access. Level 2: Valuation is based upon quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active, and model-based valuation techniques for which significant assumptions are observable in the market. Level 3: Valuation is generated from model-based techniques that use significant assumptions not observable in the market and are used only to the extent that observable inputs are not available. These unobservable assumptions reflect our own estimates of assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Management assigns a level to assets and liabilities accounted for at fair value and uses the methodologies prescribed by ASC 820 to determine fair value. 46 43 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014OTHER SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Investment Securities Investment securities that the Bank intends to hold indefinitely as part of its asset/liability strategy, or that may be sold in response to changes in interest rates or prepayment risk are classified as available for sale. Available for sale securities are carried at fair value. Net unrealized gains and losses, net of deferred income taxes, on securities available for sale are reported as a separate component of stockholders’ equity until realized (see Comprehensive Income). All securities were classified as available for sale as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, except for Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) and the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) stock, which have an indeterminable maturity. Investment securities that the Bank intends to hold until maturity are carried at cost, adjusted for amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts using a level yield method over the period to maturity. There were no such securities as of December 31, 2014 or 2013. Premiums and discounts are amortized or accreted over the life of the related security as an adjustment to yield using the effective interest method. Dividend and interest income is recognized when earned. Realized gains and losses on the sale of investment securities are determined using the specific-identification method and recognized in non-interest income on the trade date. Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Stock Investments in FRB and FHLB stock are carried at cost, which approximates fair value. Loans Held For Sale-Mortgage Banking Loans held for sale-mortgage banking are accounted for at fair value pursuant to the fair value option permitted by FASB ASC 825, Financial Instruments. Gains and losses from the changes in fair value are included in mortgage banking revenue. Loans and Leases Loans and leases held for investment are stated at their outstanding principal amount net of unearned income, net of unamortized deferred fees and costs and an allowance for credit losses. Interest income is recognized on the accrual basis using the interest method prescribed in the loan agreement except when collectability is in doubt. Loans and leases are reviewed regularly by management and are placed on non-accrual status when the collection of interest or principal is 90 days or more past due, unless the loan or lease is adequately secured and in the process of collection. When a loan or lease is placed on non-accrual status, uncollected interest accrued in prior years is charged off against the allowance for credit losses, unless collection of the principal and interest is assured. Interest accrued in the current year is reversed against interest income in the current period. Interest payments received on non-accrual loans and leases are generally applied to principal unless the remaining principal balance has been determined to be fully collectible. Accrual of interest may be resumed when it is determined that all amounts due are expected to be collected and the loan has exhibited a sustained level of performance, generally at least six months. A loan is considered impaired when it is probable that a creditor will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Loans are reviewed for impairment on an individual basis. Impaired loans are measured at the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s initial effective interest rate. The fair value of collateral of an impaired collateral-dependent loan or an observable market price is also used as an alternative to discounting cash flows. If the measure of the impaired loan is less than the recorded investment in the loan, impairment will be recognized as a charge-off through the allowance for credit losses. Restructured loans are loans for which concessions, including a reduced interest rate or a deferral of interest or principal, have been granted due to the borrower’s weakened financial condition. Once a loan is restructured, interest is accrued at the restructured rates when no loss of principal is anticipated. A loan that has performed in accordance with restructured terms for one year is no longer reported as a restructured loan. 44 47 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Cash receipts on impaired loans are generally applied to principal except when the loan is well collateralized or there are other circumstances that support recognition of interest. When an impaired loan is in non-accrual status, cash receipts are applied to principal. Loan Origination Fees and Costs; Other Lending Fees For Loans and Leases Held for Investment, origination fees and costs incurred to extend credit are deferred and amortized over the term of the loan as an adjustment to yield using the interest method, except where the net amount is deemed to be immaterial. The Company occasionally originates lines of credit where the customer is charged a non-usage fee if the line of credit is not used. In such instances, we periodically review use of lines on a retrospective basis and recognize non-usage fees in non-interest income. Loan Servicing and Transfers of Financial Assets The Bank sells commercial business loans to third parties. The loans are generally sold on a non-recourse basis. Sold loans are not included in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. The sales of loans are accounted for pursuant to FASB ASC 860, Transfers and Servicing. Premises and Equipment Land is carried at cost. Premises and equipment are reported at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization for financial reporting purposes is charged to operating expense using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. Estimated useful lives are up to 40 years for buildings and three to 10 years for furniture and equipment. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the shorter of the lease term or the estimated useful life of the improvement. The costs of improvements are capitalized. Maintenance and repairs, as well as gains and losses on dispositions of premises and equipment, are included in non-interest income or expense as incurred. Other Real Estate Owned and Repossessed Property Real estate properties and other assets acquired through loan foreclosures are recorded at fair value less estimated costs to sell. If the carrying amount of an asset acquired through foreclosure is in excess of the fair value less estimated costs to sell, the excess amount is charged to the allowance for credit losses. Fair value is primarily determined based upon appraisals of the assets involved and management periodically assesses appraised values to ascertain continued relevancy of the valuation. Subsequent declines in the estimated fair value, net operating results and gains and losses on disposition of the asset are included in other non-interest expense. Operating expenses of properties are charged to other real estate costs. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets The Company reviews long-lived assets for impairment periodically or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of any such asset may not be recoverable. If impairment is identified, the assets are written down to their fair value through a charge to non-interest expense. There were impairment charges of $0 and $1.5 million in 2014 and 2013, respectively. 48 45 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase From time to time, the Bank enters into sales of securities under agreements to repurchase, generally for periods of less than 90 days. These agreements are treated as financings, and the obligations to repurchase securities sold are reflected as a liability in the consolidated balance sheets as short-term borrowings. The costs of securities underlying the agreements remain in the asset accounts. Fair Values of Financial Instruments The Company is required to disclose the estimated fair value of financial instruments. Fair value estimates are subjective in nature, involving uncertainties and matters of significant judgment, and therefore cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates. The following methods and assumptions are used by the Company in estimating fair value disclosures for its financial instruments. Cash and Cash Equivalents, Non-interest-Bearing Deposits and Demand Deposits. The carrying amounts approximate fair value due to the short maturity of the instruments. The fair value of deposits with no stated maturity, such as interest checking, savings and money market accounts, is equal to the amount payable on demand at the reporting date. The intangible value of long-term customer relationships with depositors is not taken into account in the fair values disclosed. Investment Securities Available for Sale. The fair value of the Company’s securities are based upon quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active, and model-based valuation techniques for which significant assumptions are observable in the market. Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank Stock. The carrying amount of FRB and FHLB stock is their cost, which approximates fair value. Loans Held for Sale-Mortgage Banking. Loans held for sale-mortgage banking are accounted for at fair value pursuant to the fair value option permitted by FASB ASC 825, Financial Instruments. Accrued Interest Receivable. The fair value of accrued interest receivable equals the amount receivable due to the current nature of the amounts receivable. Derivative Financial Instruments. The fair value of the Company’s derivatives are based upon quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active, and model-based valuation techniques for which significant assumptions are observable in the market. Interest-Bearing Deposits. Fair values of interest-bearing deposit liabilities are estimated by discounting future cash flow payment streams using rates at which comparable current deposits with comparable maturities are being issued. Borrowings and Advances. The carrying amount of short-term borrowings approximates fair value due to the short maturity and the instruments’ floating interest rates, which are tied to market conditions. The fair values of long-term borrowings are estimated by discounting future cash flow payment streams using rates at which comparable borrowings are currently being offered. Accrued Interest Payable. The fair value of accrued interest payable equals the amount payable due to the current nature of the amounts payable. Guaranteed Preferred Beneficial Interests in Company’s Subordinated Debentures. The fair values of the Company’s subordinated debentures are estimated by discounting future cash flow payment streams using discount rates estimated to reflect those at which comparable instruments could currently be offered. 46 49 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Financial Instruments with Off-Balance-Sheet Risk. The fair values of the Company’s commitments to extend credit and commercial and standby letters of credit are estimated using fees currently charged to enter into similar agreements. Derivative Financial Instruments FASB ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging, establishes accounting and reporting standards for derivative instruments, including certain derivative instruments embedded in other contracts, and for hedging activities. Accordingly, the Company records all derivatives at fair value. The Company enters into interest rate lock commitments on certain mortgage loans related to our mortgage banking operations on a best efforts basis, which are commitments to originate loans whereby the interest rate on the loan is determined prior to funding. The Company also has corresponding forward sales contracts related to these interest rate lock commitments. Both the mortgage loan commitments and the related forward sales contracts are accounted for as derivatives and carried at fair value with changes in fair value recorded in income. The Company also commits to originate and sell certain loans related to our mortgage banking operations on a mandatory delivery basis. To hedge interest rate risk the Company sells short positions in mortgage backed securities related to the loans sold on a mandatory delivery basis. The commitments to originate and short positions are accounted for as derivatives and carried at fair value with changes in fair value recorded in income. Earnings Per Share Basic earnings per share (EPS) excludes dilution and is computed by dividing income available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the applicable period. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution that could occur if securities or other contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted into common stock or resulted in the issuance of common stock that then shared in the earnings of the Company. Such potential dilutive instruments include stock options and contingently issuable stock. Note 21 to these consolidated financial statements includes disclosure of the Company’s EPS calculations. Comprehensive Income (Loss) Comprehensive income (loss) is the total of net income and accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), which for the Company, is generally comprised of unrealized gains and losses on securities available for sale and unrealized gains and losses on hedging instruments qualifying for cash flow hedge accounting treatment pursuant to FASB ASC 815. Cash and Cash Equivalents For purposes of the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, cash due from banks and federal funds sold. Share-Based Compensation FASB ASC 718 requires the Company to measure the cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the fair value of the award on the grant date. At December 31, 2014, the Company had four stock-based employee compensation plans, which are described more fully in Note 24 to these consolidated financial statements. RECENTLY ISSUED OR ADOPTED ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS ASU 2014-14, Receivables - Troubled Debt Restructuring by Creditors (Subtopic 310-40) – Classification of Certain Government-Guaranteed Mortgage Loans upon Foreclosure, will require creditors to derecognize certain foreclosed government-guaranteed mortgage loans and to recognize a separate other receivable that is measured at the amount the creditor expects to recover from the guarantor, and to treat the guarantee and the receivable as a single unit of account. ASU 2014-14 is effective for entities other than public business entities, for annual periods ending after December 15, 2015, and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2015. An entity can elect a prospective or a modified retrospective transition method, but must use the same transition method that it elected 50 47 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014under FASB ASU No. 2014-04, Reclassification of Residential Real Estate Collateralized Consumer Mortgage Loans upon Foreclosure. Early adoption, including adoption in an interim period, is permitted if the entity already adopted ASU 2014-04. The Company does not expect the application of this guidance to have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements. ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606), which requires an entity to recognize the amount of revenue to which it expects to be entitled for the transfer of promised goods or services to customers. The ASU will replace most existing revenue recognition guidance in GAAP when it becomes effective. The new standard is effective for the Company for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017 and interim periods within annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017. The standard permits the use of either the retrospective or cumulative effect transition method. The Company is evaluating the effect that ASU 2014-09 will have on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures. ASU No. 2014-04, Receivables – Troubled Debt Restructuring by Creditors (Subtopic 310-40): Reclassification of Residential Real Estate Collateralized Consumer Mortgage Loans Upon Foreclosure, was issued to clarify that when an in substance repossession or foreclosure occurs, a creditor is considered to have received physical possession of residential real estate property collateralizing a consumer mortgage loan, upon either (1) the creditor obtaining legal title to the residential real estate property upon completion of a foreclosure or (2) the borrower conveying all interest in the residential real estate property to the creditor to satisfy that loan through completion of a deed in lieu of foreclosure or through a similar legal agreement. Additionally, the amendments require interim and annual disclosure of both (1) the amount of foreclosed residential real estate property held by the creditor and (2) the recorded investment in consumer mortgage loans collateralized by residential real estate property that are in the process of foreclosure according to local requirements of the applicable jurisdiction. ASU 2014-04 is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2014. The Company does not expect the application of this guidance to have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements. FASB ASU 2011-02, Receivables (Topic 310), A Creditor’s Determination of Whether a Restructuring is a Troubled Debt Restructuring, clarifies when the restructuring of a receivable should be considered a troubled debt restructuring (TDR). FASB issued the guidance in response to constituents’ concerns that creditors were inconsistently applying the guidance for identifying TDRs. The ASU provides additional guidance for determining whether the creditor has granted a concession and whether the debtor is experiencing financial difficulty. For nonpublic companies, this ASU is effective for annual periods ending after December 15, 2012, including interim periods within those annual periods. Information related to this ASU and the related disclosures are included in Note 6 in the Company’s notes to the consolidated financial statements. In June 2011, the FASB issued ASU 2011-05, Presentation of Comprehensive Income (Topic 220), which requires companies to report total net income, each component of comprehensive income, and total comprehensive income on the face of the income statement, or as two consecutive statements. The components of comprehensive income are not changed, nor does the ASU affect how earnings per share is calculated or reported. The adoption of this ASU in 2013 did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. In December 2012, the FASB issued for public comment a draft proposal designed to improve financial reporting about expected credit losses on loans and other financial assets held by banks, financial institutions and other organizations. The proposed ASU, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses, proposes a new accounting model which would change the definition from inherent credit losses to expected credit losses, which could result in more timely recognition of credit losses, and also would provide additional transparency about credit risk. The FASB has not yet established a proposed effective date, but a final standard is expected to be issued in the second half of 2015. In February 2013, the FASB issued ASU 2013-02, Reporting of Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income. This update requires entities to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by component. In addition, entities are required to present, either on the face of the statement where net income is presented or in the notes, significant amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by the respective line items of net income. This ASU is effective for 48 51 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014fiscal years and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2013 for non-public companies. The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. In July 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-10, Inclusion of the Fed Funds Effective Swap Rate (or Overnight Index Swap Rate) as a Benchmark Interest Rate for Hedge Accounting Purposes (a consensus of the FASB Emerging Issues Task Force), which permits the use of the Fed Funds Effective Swap Rate (also referred to as the Overnight Index Swap Rate), in addition to the U.S. government rate (UST) and London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR), as a U.S. benchmark interest rate for hedge accounting purposes under FASB ASC Topic 815, Derivatives and Hedging. Entities should apply the ASU prospectively for qualifying new or redesignated hedging relationships entered into on or after July 17, 2013. The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. In July 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-11, Presentation of an Unrecognized Tax Benefit When a Net Operating Loss Carryforward, a Similar Tax Loss, or a Tax Credit Carryforward Exists (a consensus of the FASB Emerging Issues Task Force), which requires an entity to present an unrecognized tax benefit as a reduction of a deferred tax asset for an net operating loss (NOL) carryforward, or similar tax loss or tax credit carryforward, rather than as a liability when (1) the uncertain tax position would reduce the NOL or other carryforward under the tax law of the applicable jurisdiction and (2) the entity intends to use the deferred tax asset for that purpose. The ASU does not require new recurring disclosures. It is effective prospectively for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2013 and December 15, 2014, for public and nonpublic entities, respectively. Early adoption and retrospective application are permitted. The adoption of this ASU in 2015 is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. In December 2011, the FASB issued ASU 2011-11, Disclosures about Offsetting Assets and Liabilities. The ASU is a joint requirement by the FASB and International Accounting Standards Board to enhance current disclosures and increase comparability of GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards financial statements. Under the ASU, an entity will be required to disclose both gross and net information about instruments and transactions eligible for offset in the balance sheet, as well as instruments and transactions subject to an agreement similar to a master netting agreement. The scope of the ASU includes derivatives, sale and repurchase agreements, reverse sale and repurchase agreements, and securities borrowing and securities lending arrangements. The ASU was effective for annual and interim periods beginning January 1, 2013. Adoption of the ASU did not have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. RECLASSIFICATIONS Certain amounts in the consolidated financial statements for the prior year have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation. These reclassifications had no effect on net income or stockholders’ equity. 52 49 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 2. Regulatory Capital and Current Operating Environment BNCCORP and the Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the Federal banking agencies. Failure to meet capital requirements mandated by regulators can initiate certain mandatory and discretionary actions by regulators. Such actions, if undertaken, could have a direct material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition and results of operations. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, BNCCORP and the Bank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of their assets, liabilities and certain off-balance-sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. With increasing frequency, regulators are imposing capital requirements that are specific to individual institutions. The requirements are generally above the statutory ratios. Actual capital amounts and ratios of BNCCORP and the Bank as of December 31 are presented in the tables below (dollars in thousands): Actual For Capital Adequacy Purposes To be Well Capitalized Amount in Excess of Well Capitalized Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio Amount Ratio 2014 Total Capital (to risk-weighted assets): Consolidated BNC National Bank Tier 1 Capital (to risk-weighted assets): Consolidated BNC National Bank Tier 1 Capital (to average assets): Consolidated BNC National Bank Tangible Equity (to total assets): Consolidated tangible equity BNC National Bank Tangible Common Equity (to total assets): Consolidated tangible common equity 2013 Total Capital (to risk-weighted assets): Consolidated BNC National Bank Tier 1 Capital (to risk-weighted assets): Consolidated BNC National Bank Tier 1 Capital (to average assets): Consolidated BNC National Bank Tangible Equity (to total assets): Consolidated tangible equity BNC National Bank Tangible Common Equity (to total assets): Consolidated tangible common equity $ 99,085 21.10 % $ 37,562 ≥8.0 % $ N/A N/A $ N/A N/A % 91,967 19.73 37,285 ≥8.0 46,606 10.0 % 45,361 9.73 93,182 86,107 93,182 86,107 83,412 91,806 19.85 18.48 9.94 9.13 8.93 9.83 18,781 18,642 37,485 37,725 N/A N/A ≥4.0 ≥4.0 ≥4.0 ≥4.0 N/A N/A N/A 27,964 N/A 47,157 N/A N/A N/A 6.0 N/A 5.0 N/A N/A N/A N/A 58,143 12.48 N/A 38,950 N/A N/A N/A 4.13 N/A N/A 62,314 6.67 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $ 97,354 88,922 23.15 % 21.40 $ 33,644 33,245 ≥8.0 % ≥8.0 $ N/A 41,556 N/A % 10.0 $ N/A 47,366 N/A % 11.40 91,150 83,670 91,150 83,670 69,800 82,592 21.67 20.13 10.94 10.06 8.30 9.82 16,822 16,622 33,316 33,271 N/A N/A ≥4.0 ≥4.0 ≥4.0 ≥4.0 N/A N/A N/A 24,934 N/A 41,589 N/A N/A N/A 6.0 N/A 5.0 N/A N/A N/A 58,736 N/A 14.13 N/A 42,081 N/A N/A N/A 5.06 N/A N/A 48,702 5.79 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A In the current operating environment, management believes banking entities are regularly required to maintain capital ratios in excess of the statutory amounts required to be considered well capitalized. We are managing capital accordingly. 50 53 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Although Tangible Common Equity (TCE) is not a regulatory capital measure, TCE is a ratio that is commonly used to assess the capital strength of banking entities. Accordingly, we have included the ratio in the preceding table. The most recent notifications from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) categorized the Bank as well capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. Management believes the Bank remains well capitalized through the date for which subsequent events have been evaluated. 54 51 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 3. Investment Securities Available For Sale Investment securities have been classified in the consolidated balance sheets according to management’s intent. The Company had no securities designated as trading or held-to-maturity in its portfolio at December 31, 2014 or 2013. The carrying amount of available-for-sale securities and their approximate fair values were as follows as of December 31 (in thousands): U.S. Treasury securities U.S. government agency mortgage- backed securities guaranteed by GNMA U.S. government agency mortgage- backed securities issued by FNMA or FHLMC U.S. government agency small business administration pools guaranteed by SBA Collateralized mortgage obligations guaranteed by GNMA/VA Collateralized mortgage obligations issued by FNMA or FHLMC Other collateralized mortgage obligations State and municipal bonds U.S. Treasury securities U.S. government agency mortgage- backed securities guaranteed by GNMA U.S. government agency mortgage- backed securities issued by FNMA or FHLMC U.S. government agency small business administration pools guaranteed by SBA Collateralized mortgage obligations guaranteed by GNMA/VA Collateralized mortgage obligations issued by FNMA or FHLMC Other collateralized mortgage obligations State and municipal bonds 2014 Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Estimated Fair Value $ 19,861 $ 70 $ (10) $ 19,921 101,833 - 83,990 96,988 62,638 - 76,958 442,268 $ 667 - 687 1,500 923 - 4,990 8,837 (863) 101,637 - (298) (300) (227) - (74) (1,772) $ $ - 84,379 98,188 63,334 - 81,874 449,333 2013 Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Estimated Fair Value - $ - $ - $ - 591 210 111 968 514 48 521 2,963 $ $ (1,372) 73,466 (597) 31,678 (169) (1,963) (1,171) - (1,483) (6,755) 47,824 140,557 76,629 1,794 63,771 435,719 $ 74,247 32,065 47,882 141,552 77,286 1,746 64,733 439,511 52 55 $ $ $ BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The amortized cost and estimated fair market value of available-for-sale securities classified according to their contractual maturities at December 31, 2014, were as follows (in thousands): Due in one year or less Due after one year through five years Due after five years through ten years Due after ten years Total $ $ Amortized Cost Estimated Fair Value - 19,861 26,144 396,263 442,268 $ $ - 19,921 26,540 402,872 449,333 For many types of investments, the actual payments will vary significantly from contractual maturities. Securities carried at approximately $76.6 million and $71.8 million at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively, were pledged as collateral for public and trust deposits and borrowings, including borrowings from the FHLB and repurchase agreements with customers. Sales proceeds and gross realized gains and losses on available-for-sale securities were as follows for the years ended December 31 (in thousands): Sales proceeds Gross realized gains Gross realized losses Net realized gains 2014 2013 $ $ 100,066 911 (858) 53 $ $ 58,109 1,759 (512) 1,247 56 53 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table shows the Company’s investments’ gross unrealized losses and fair value aggregated by investment category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position at December 31 (in thousands): Less than 12 months 2014 12 months or more Description of Securities # Fair Value Unrealized Loss # Fair Value Unrealized Loss # Total Fair Value Unrealized Loss U.S. Treasury securities 1 $ 7,949 $ (10) - $ - $ - 1 $ 7,949 $ (10) U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by GNMA U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities issued by FNMA or FHLMC U.S. government agency small business administration pools guaranteed by SBA Collateralized mortgage obligations guaranteed by GNMA/VA Collateralized mortgage obligations issued by FNMA or FHLMC Other collateralized mortgage obligations State and municipal bonds Total temporarily impaired securities 7 - 8 5 3 - 4 47,031 (275) - - 32,354 (241) 12,874 (99) 14,453 (149) - 10,430 - (74) 28 $ 125,091 $ (848) 2 - 3 3 1 - - 9 16,853 (588) - - 9 - 63,884 (863) - - 6,246 (57) 11 38,600 (298) 13,239 (201) 3,799 (78) - 8 4 - 4 26,113 (300) 18,252 (227) - 10,430 - (74) $ 40,137 $ (924) 37 $ 165,228 $ (1,772) Less than 12 months 12 months or more 2013 Description of Securities U.S. Treasury securities U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by GNMA U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities issued by FNMA or FHLMC U.S. government agency small business administration pools guaranteed by SBA Collateralized mortgage obligations guaranteed by GNMA/VA Collateralized mortgage obligations issued by FNMA or FHLMC Other collateralized mortgage obligations State and municipal bonds Total temporarily impaired securities # - 7 6 7 13 6 - 24 63 Fair Value Unrealized Loss $ - $ - 34,534 (889) 27,265 (597) 17,741 (169) 49,531 (1,478) 24,740 (529) - - 46,609 (1,483) $ 200,420 $ (5,145) 54 # - 1 - - 4 3 - - 8 Fair Value Unrealized Loss $ - $ - 8,891 (483) - - - - Total Fair Value Unrealized Loss $ - $ - 43,425 (1,372) 27,265 (597) 17,741 (169) # - 8 6 7 16,373 (485) 17 65,904 (1,963) 14,452 (642) - - - - 9 - 24 39,192 (1,171) - - 46,609 (1,483) $ 39,716 $ (1,610) 71 $ 240,136 $ (6,755) 57 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Management regularly evaluates each security with unrealized losses to determine whether losses are other–than- temporary. When determining whether a security is other-than-temporarily impaired, management assesses whether it has the intent to sell the security or whether it is more likely than not that it will be required to sell the security prior to its anticipated recovery. When evaluating a security, management considers several factors including, but not limited to, the amount of the unrealized loss, the length of time the security has been in a loss position, guarantees provided by third parties, ratings on the security, cash flow from the security, the level of credit support provided by subordinate tranches, and the collateral underlying the security. There were no securities that were other-than-temporarily impaired during 2014 or 2013. NOTE 4. Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank Stock The carrying amounts of FRB and FHLB stock, which approximate their fair values, consisted of the following as of December 31 (in thousands): Federal Reserve Bank Stock, at cost Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Stock, at cost Total 2014 2013 1,807 1,010 2,817 $ $ 1,807 922 2,729 $ $ There is no contractual maturity on these investments; the investments are required by counterparties. NOTE 5. Loans and Leases The composition of loans and leases is as follows at December 31 (in thousands): Loans held for sale-mortgage banking Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction Unearned income and net unamortized deferred (fees) and costs Loans, net of unearned income and unamortized (fees) and costs Allowance for credit losses Net loans and leases held for investment $ $ 2014 47,109 132,229 108,122 26,972 40,470 28,220 24,916 360,929 (140) 360,789 (8,601) $ $ 2013 32,870 132,983 93,330 18,215 32,612 27,582 13,286 318,008 (80) 317,928 (9,847) $ 352,188 $ 308,081 Loans to Related Parties Note 19 to these consolidated financial statements includes information relating to loans to executive officers, directors, principal shareholders and associates of such persons. 58 55 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Loans Pledged as Collateral The table below presents loans pledged as collateral to the Federal Home Loan Bank, Federal Reserve Bank, and the Bank of North Dakota as of December 31(in thousands): Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate Consumer Construction 2014 2013 $ 27,004 $ 20,922 64,938 20,185 1,099 51,064 17,181 - $ 113,226 $ 89,167 NOTE 6. Allowance for Credit Losses Transactions in the allowance for credit losses were as follows for the years ended December 31 (in thousands): Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate 2014 Land and land SBA Consumer development Construction Total Balance, beginning of period Provision (reduction) Loans charged off Loan recoveries Balance, end of period $ 2,215 $ 4,041 $ 579 $ 478 $ 2,371 $ 163 $ 9,847 471 - - (1,114) (439) 8 715 (109) 5 59 (42) 21 (1,045) (190) 300 114 - - (800) (780) 334 $ 2,686 $ 2,496 $ 1,190 $ 516 $ 1,436 $ 277 $ 8,601 Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate 2013 Land and land SBA Consumer development Construction Total Balance, beginning of period Provision (reduction) Loans charged off Loan recoveries Balance, end of period $ 2,546 $ 4,790 $ 616 $ 382 $ 1,609 $ 148 $ 10,091 516 (916) 69 (670) (87) 8 (39) - 2 187 (106) 15 691 - 71 15 - - 700 (1,109) 165 $ 2,215 $ 4,041 $ 579 $ 478 $ 2,371 $ 163 $ 9,847 56 59 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table shows the balance in the allowance for credit losses at December 31, 2014, and December 31, 2013, and the related loan balances, segregated on the basis of impairment methodology (in thousands). Loans evaluated under ASC 310-10-35 include loans on nonaccrual status and troubled debt restructurings, which are individually evaluated for impairment, and other impaired loans deemed to have similar risk characteristics. All other loans are collectively evaluated for impairment under ASC 450-20. Allowance For Credit Losses Gross Loans and Leases Held for Investment Under ASC 310-10-35 Under ASC 450-20 Total Evaluated for Impairment Under ASC 310-10-35 Evaluated for Impairment Under ASC 450-20 Total $ $ $ $ $ $ 18 574 - - - - 592 30 1,030 - - - - $ 1,060 $ 2,668 1,922 1,190 516 1,436 277 8,009 2,185 3,011 579 478 2,371 163 8,787 $ $ $ $ 2,686 2,496 1,190 516 1,436 277 8,601 2,215 4,041 579 478 2,371 163 9,847 $ $ $ 90 $ 4,741 - 330 - - 5,161 430 4,188 - 38 - - $ $ $ $ $ 132,139 103,381 26,972 40,140 28,220 24,916 355,768 132,553 89,142 18,215 32,574 27,582 13,286 132,229 108,122 26,972 40,470 28,220 24,916 360,929 132,983 93,330 18,215 32,612 27,582 13,286 $ 4,656 $ 313,352 $ 318,008 December 31, 2014 Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction Total December 31, 2013 Commercial and industrial Commercial real estate SBA Consumer Land and land development Construction Total Performing and non-accrual loans The Bank’s key credit quality indicator is the loan’s performance status, defined as accrual or non-accrual. Performing loans are considered to have a lower risk of loss and are on accrual status. Non-accrual loans include loans on which the accrual of interest has been discontinued. Accrual of interest is discontinued when we believe that the borrower’s financial condition is such that the collection of principal and interest is doubtful. A delinquent loan is generally placed on non-accrual status when it becomes 90 days or more past due unless the loan is well secured and in the process of collection. When a loan is placed on non-accrual status, accrued but uncollected interest income applicable to the current reporting period is reversed against interest income. Accrued but uncollected interest income applicable to previous reporting periods is charged against the allowance for credit losses. No additional interest is accrued on the loan balance until the collection of both principal and interest becomes reasonably certain. Delinquent balances are determined based on the contractual terms of the loan adjusted for charge-offs and payments applied to principal. 60 57 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table sets forth information regarding the Bank’s performing and non-accrual loans at December 31 (in thousands): Current 31-89 Days Past Due 90 Days or More Past Due and Accruing Total Performing Non-accrual Total 2014 Commercial and industrial: Business loans $ 67,335 $ 161 $ Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Total loans held for investment 17,478 47,218 108,122 26,972 6,343 9,798 9,790 14,470 28,220 24,916 360,662 Loans held for sale 47,109 - - - - 25 - - 20 - - 206 - - - - - - - - - 5 - - 5 - $ 67,496 $ 37 $ 17,478 47,218 108,122 26,972 6,368 9,798 9,790 14,495 28,220 24,916 360,873 47,109 - - - - 19 - - - - - 56 - 67,533 17,478 47,218 108,122 26,972 6,387 9,798 9,790 14,495 28,220 24,916 360,929 47,109 Total gross loans $ 407,771 $ 206 $ 5 $ 407,982 $ 56 $ 408,038 58 61 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 201431-89 Days Past Due 90 Days or More Past Due and Accruing Total Performing Current Non-accrual Total 2013 Commercial and industrial: Business loans Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Total loans held for investment Loans held for sale $ 78,137 $ 88 $ 17,499 36,829 89,142 18,215 6,634 4,292 11,612 10,012 26,621 13,286 312,279 32,870 - - - - 17 - - 7 - - 112 - - - - - - - - - - 961 - 961 - $ 78,225 $ 17,499 36,829 89,142 18,215 6,651 4,292 11,612 10,019 27,582 13,286 $ - - 430 4,188 - 38 - - - - - 78,225 17,499 37,259 93,330 18,215 6,689 4,292 11,612 10,019 27,582 13,286 313,352 4,656 318,008 32,870 - 32,870 Total gross loans $ 345,149 $ 112 $ 961 $ 346,222 $ 4,656 $ 350,878 The following table indicates the effect on income if interest on non-accrual loans outstanding at year end had been recognized at original contractual rates during the year ended December 31 (in thousands): Interest income that would have been recorded Interest income recorded Effect on interest income 2014 2013 $ $ 20 - 20 $ $ 265 - 265 Impaired loans Impaired loans include loans the Bank will not be able to collect all amounts due in accordance with the terms of the loan agreement. Impaired loans include non-accruing and loans that have been modified in a troubled debt restructuring. All loans are individually reviewed for impairment. 59 62 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014The following table summarizes impaired loans and related allowances as of and for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 (in thousands): Impaired loans with an allowance recorded: Commercial and industrial: Business loans Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate $ Commercial real estate SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Loans held for sale Total impaired loans with an allowance recorded Impaired loans without an allowance recorded: Commercial and industrial: Business loans Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate $ SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Loans held for sale Total impaired loans without an allowance recorded TOTAL IMPAIRED LOANS 2014 Unpaid Principal Recorded Investment Related Allowance Average Recorded Balance Interest Income Recognized 90 - - 8,642 - - - 1,878 - - - - $ $ 90 - - 4,741 - - - 311 - - - - $ 18 - - 574 - - - - - - - - $ 93 - - 5,077 - - - 395 - - - - 4 - - 136 - - - 16 - - - - $ 10,610 $ 5,142 $ 592 $ 5,565 $ 156 $ - - - - - $ - - - - - 35 19 - - - - - - - - - - - - $ $ 35 10,645 $ $ 19 5,161 $ $ 60 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 592 $ $ - - - - - 23 - - - - - - $ $ 23 5,588 $ $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - 156 63 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 20142013 Unpaid Principal Recorded Investment Related Allowance Average Recorded Balance Interest Income Recognized Impaired loans with an allowance recorded: Commercial and industrial: Business loans Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Loans held for sale Total impaired loans with an allowance recorded Impaired loans without an allowance recorded: Commercial and industrial: Business loans Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Loans held for sale Total impaired loans without an allowance recorded TOTAL IMPAIRED LOANS $ $ $ $ - - 514 6,857 - - $ - 430 4,188 - $ - - 30 1,030 - $ - - 430 4,347 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7,371 $ 4,618 $ 1,060 $ 4,777 $ $ - - - - - 64 - - - - - - - $ - - - - 38 - - - - - - $ - - - - - - - - - - - - $ - - - - - 44 - - - - - - $ $ 64 7,435 $ $ 38 $ 4,656 $ - 1,060 $ $ 44 4,821 $ $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 64 61 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Troubled Debt Restructuring (TDR) Included in loans receivable, net, are certain loans that have been modified in order to maximize collection of loan balances. If the Company, for legal or economic reasons related to the borrower’s financial difficulties, grants a concession compared to the original terms and conditions of the loan, the modified loan is considered a troubled debt restructuring. The Company follows FASB ASU No. 2011-02, Receivables (Topic 310), A Creditor’s Determination of Whether a Restructuring is a Troubled Debt Restructuring, which modified guidance for identifying restructurings of receivables that constitute a TDR. The table below summarizes the amounts of restructured loans as of December 31 (in thousands): Accrual Non-accrual Total Allowance 2014 Commercial and industrial: Business loans Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Loans held for sale Commercial and industrial: Business loans Agriculture Owner-occupied commercial real estate Commercial real estate SBA Consumer: Automobile Home equity 1st mortgage Other Land and land development Construction Loans held for sale $ $ $ $ 53 - - 4,741 - - - 311 - - - - 5,105 $ $ 53 - - 4,741 - - - 311 - - - - 5,105 - - - - - - - - - - - - - $ $ 2013 Accrual Non-accrual Total - - - 4,188 - - - - - - - - 4,188 $ $ 93 - - 7,958 - - - 493 - - - - 8,544 $ $ 93 - - 3,770 - - - 493 - - - - 4,356 62 $ $ $ $ 10 - - 574 - - - - - - - - 584 Allowance 14 - - 1,124 - - - 12 - - - - 1,150 65 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014TDR concessions can include reduction of interest rates, extension of maturity dates, forgiveness of principal and/or interest due, or acceptance of real estate or other assets in full or partial satisfaction of the debt. Loan modifications are not reported as TDR’s after 12 months if the loan was modified at a market rate of interest for comparable risk loans, and the loan is performing in accordance with the terms of the restructured agreement for at least six months. When a loan is modified as a TDR, there may be a direct, material impact on the loans within the Balance Sheet, as principal balances may be partially forgiven. There were no new TDRs for the year ending December 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013. Loans that were non-accrual prior to modification remain on non-accrual for at least six months following modification. Non-accrual TDR loans that have performed according to the modified terms for six months may be returned to accruing status. Loans that were accruing prior to modification remain on accrual status after the modification as long as the loan continues to perform under the new terms. The following table indicates the effect on income if interest on restructured loans outstanding at year end had been recognized at original contractual rates during the year ended December 31 (in thousands): Interest income that would have been recorded Interest income recorded Effect on interest income 2014 2013 $ $ 463 145 318 $ $ 583 223 360 The amount of additional funds committed to borrowers who are in TDR status was $0 at December 31, 2014 and $232,000 at December 31, 2013. TDRs are evaluated separately in the Bank’s allowance methodology based on the expected cash flows or collateral values for loans in this status. As of December 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Bank had $0 of restructured loans that were modified in a troubled-debt restructuring within the previous 12 months for which there was a payment default (i.e. 90 days delinquent). 66 63 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 7. Other Real Estate, net Other real estate (ORE), net includes property acquired through foreclosure, property in judgment and in- substance foreclosures, and property transferred from premises and equipment. ORE is carried at fair value less estimated selling costs. Each property is evaluated regularly and the amounts provided to decrease the carrying amount are included in non-interest expense. A summary of the activity related to ORE is presented below for the years ended December 31 (in thousands): Balance, beginning of year Transfers from nonperforming loans Transfers from premises and equipment Real estate sold Net gains on sale of assets Provision Balance, end of year 2014 2013 1,056 697 - (1,587) 90 - 256 $ $ 5,131 - 800 (4,897) 8 14 1,056 $ $ The following is a summary of ORE as of December 31 (in thousands): Other real estate Valuation allowance Other real estate, net 2014 2013 $ $ 954 (698) 256 $ $ 3,250 (2,194) 1,056 NOTE 8. Premises and Equipment, net Premises and equipment, net consisted of the following at December 31 (in thousands): Land and improvements Buildings and improvements Leasehold improvements Furniture, fixtures and equipment Total cost Less accumulated depreciation and amortization Net premises and equipment 2014 2013 4,417 12,459 510 10,076 27,462 (11,234) 16,228 $ $ 5,083 10,768 491 9,391 25,733 (10,863) 14,870 $ $ Depreciation and amortization expense totaled approximately $1.3 million and $1.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. 64 67 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 9. Deposits The scheduled maturities of time deposits as of December 31, 2014 are as follows (in thousands): $ 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Thereafter 83,661 14,701 10,426 22,886 7,297 29,578 $ 168,549 At December 31, 2014 and 2013, the Bank had $54.0 million and $64.5 million, respectively, of time deposits that had been acquired through a broker. The following table shows a summary of interest expense by product type as of December 31 (in thousands): Savings Interest checking Money market Time deposits 2014 2013 $ $ 9 75 467 1,862 2,413 $ $ 15 134 442 2,069 2,660 Deposits Received from Related Parties Note 19 to these consolidated financial statements includes information relating to deposits received from executive officers, directors, principal shareholders and associates of such persons. NOTE 10. Short-Term Borrowings The following table sets forth selected information for short-term borrowings (borrowings with an original maturity of less than one year) as of December 31 (in thousands): Federal reserve borrowings - U. S. Treasury tax and loan retainer Repurchase agreements with customers, renewable daily, interest payable monthly, rates ranging from 0.05% to 0.40% in 2014, and from 0.10% to 0.60% in 2013, secured by government agency collateralized mortgage obligations and general obligations of municipalities 2014 2013 - $ - 16,002 16,002 19,967 19,967 $ $ $ The weighted average interest rate on short-term borrowings outstanding as of December 31, 2014 and 2013 was 0.15% and 0.17%, respectively. Customer repurchase agreements are used by the Bank to acquire funds from customers where the customers are required, or desire, to have their funds supported by collateral consisting of government, government agency or other types of securities. The repurchase agreement is a promise to sell these securities to a customer at a certain price and repurchase them at a future date at that same price plus interest accrued at an agreed upon rate. The Bank uses customer repurchase agreements in its liquidity plan as well as an accommodation to customers. At December 31, 2014, $16.0 million of securities sold under repurchase agreements, with a weighted average interest rate of 0.15%, were collateralized by government agency collateralized mortgage obligations and general 68 65 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014obligations of municipalities having a market value of $30.3 million and unamortized principal balances of $31.3 million. At December 31, 2013, $20.0 million of securities sold under repurchase agreements, with a weighted average interest rate of 0.17%, were collateralized by government agency collateralized mortgage obligations and general obligations of municipalities having a market value of $30.3 million and unamortized principal balances of $31.3 million. NOTE 11. Federal Home Loan Bank Advances As of December 31, 2014, the Bank had $0 of FHLB advances outstanding. At December 31, 2014, the Bank has mortgage loans pledged as collateral to the FHLB with unamortized principal balances of approximately $109.6 million. The Bank has the ability to draw advances up to approximately $77.6 million based upon the mortgage loans that are currently pledged, subject to a requirement to purchase additional FHLB stock. As of December 31, 2013, the Bank had $0 of FHLB advances outstanding. At December 31, 2013, the Bank has mortgage loans with unamortized principal balances of approximately $83.1 million and securities with unamortized principal balances of approximately $2.3 million which were pledged as collateral to the FHLB. The Bank had the ability to draw advances up to approximately $58.1 million based upon the mortgage loans and securities that are currently pledged, subject to a requirement to purchase additional FHLB stock. NOTE 12. Other Borrowings The following table presents selected information regarding other borrowings at December 31 (in thousands): Unsecured Borrowing Lines: Bank of North Dakota (1) US Bank (1) Zions First National Bank (1) Total Secured Borrowing Lines: Federal Borrower-In-Custody Line (1) Bank of North Dakota (1) Bank of North Dakota (2) Total (1) BNC National Bank Line (2) BNCCORP, INC. Line 2014 Collateral Pledged $ $ 2,113 311 91,882 94,306 Line 10,000 10,000 12,000 32,000 Line 1,241 249 10,000 11,490 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Outstanding Available 10,000 $ 10,000 12,000 32,000 $ - - - - Outstanding - - - - Available 1,241 $ 249 10,000 11,490 $ At December 31, 2014, the pledged collateral for the BNC National Bank line was comprised of collateralized mortgage obligations and the pledged collateral for the BNCCORP, INC. line is the common stock of BNC National Bank. 66 69 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Unsecured Borrowing Lines: Bank of North Dakota (1) US Bank (1) Zions First National Bank (1) Total Secured Borrowing Lines: Federal Borrower-In-Custody Line (1) Bank of North Dakota (1) Total (1) BNC National Bank Line Collateral Pledged $ $ 3,777 1,397 5,174 2013 $ $ $ $ Line 5,000 10,000 12,000 27,000 Outstanding $ $ Line Outstanding 2,247 1,118 3,365 $ $ Available 5,000 10,000 12,000 27,000 Available 2,247 1,118 3,365 $ $ $ $ - - - - - - - At December 31, 2013, the pledged collateral was comprised of collateralized mortgage obligations. NOTE 13. Guaranteed Preferred Beneficial Interest’s in Company’s Subordinated Debentures In July 2000, BNCCORP issued $7.5 million of subordinated debentures at a fixed rate of 12.05%. In the third quarter of 2014, these subordinated debentures were redeemed and the corresponding debentures were prepaid. The debentures were redeemed using available cash and the Bank of North Dakota line of credit. Redemption costs totaling $356 thousand were recorded in the second quarter of 2014. In July 2007, BNCCORP issued $15.0 million of floating rate subordinated debentures. The interest rate paid on the securities is equal to the three month LIBOR plus 1.40%. The interest rate at December 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 1.64% and 1.65%, respectively. The subordinated debentures mature on October 1, 2037. The subordinated debentures may be redeemed at par and the corresponding debentures may be prepaid at the option of BNCCORP, subject to approval by the FRB. 70 67 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 14. Stockholders’ Equity On January 16, 2009, BNCCORP received net proceeds of approximately $20.1 million through the sale of shares of non-voting senior preferred stock to the U.S. Department of the Treasury under the Capital Purchase Program (CPP). The Treasury Department also received a warrant exercisable for shares of an additional class of BNCCORP, INC. preferred stock, which had an aggregate liquidation preference of approximately $1.0 million. The Treasury Department exercised this warrant on January 16, 2009. The U.S. Department of the Treasury successfully auctioned BNCCORP’s preferred stock and transferred ownership to private investors effective March 17, 2014. The Company has issued two series of preferred stock. Both series of preferred stock are perpetual and classified as non-voting. The first series of preferred stock paid dividends at 5%, of its liquidation preference, per annum until February 2014 and thereafter pays a dividend of 9%. There were 20,093 shares of this series outstanding as of December 31, 2014 and 2013. Each share has a liquidation preference of $1,000 per share. This series of shares can not be redeemed without prior approval from regulatory authorities. The second series of preferred stock paid dividends at 9%, of its liquidation preference, per annum and may not be redeemed until the first series has been redeemed. There were 1,005 shares of this series outstanding at December 31, 2014 and 2013. BNCCORP and the Bank are subject to certain minimum capital requirements (see Note 2 to these consolidated financial statements). BNCCORP is subject to certain restrictions on the amount of dividends it may declare without prior regulatory approval pursuant to the Federal Reserve Act. Regulatory restrictions exist regarding the ability of the Bank to transfer funds to BNCCORP in the form of cash dividends. Approval of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Bank’s principal regulator, is required for the Bank to pay dividends to BNCCORP in excess of the Bank’s net profits from the current year plus retained net profits for the preceding two years. On May 30, 2001, BNCCORP’s Board of Directors adopted a rights plan intended to protect stockholder interests in the event BNCCORP becomes the subject of a takeover initiative that BNCCORP’s Board believes could deny BNCCORP’s stockholders the full value of their investment. This plan does not prohibit the Board from considering any offer that it deems advantageous to its stockholders. The rights were issued to each common stockholder of record on May 30, 2001, and they will be exercisable only if a person acquires, or announces a tender offer, that would result in ownership of, 15% or more of BNCCORP’s outstanding common stock. The rights plan was amended in 2011 such that it now expires on May 30, 2021. 68 71 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 15. Fair Value Measurements The following table summarizes the financial assets and liabilities of the Company for which fair values are determined on a recurring basis as of December 31 (in thousands): Carrying Value at December 31, 2014 Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2014 Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total gains/(losses) ASSETS Securities available for sale Loans held for sale Commitments to originate mortgage loans Commitments to sell mortgage loans Mortgage banking short positions Total assets at fair value $ 449,333 47,109 $ 19,921 - 2,015 - - $ 498,457 - - - $ 19,921 LIABILITIES Commitments to sell mortgage loans Mortgage banking short positions Total liabilities at fair value $ $ 295 185 480 $ $ - - - $ $ $ $ 429,412 47,109 2,015 - - 478,536 295 185 480 $ $ $ $ - - - - - - - - - $ $ $ $ 53 622 1,122 - - 1,797 (403) (459) (862) Carrying Value at December 31, 2013 Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2013 Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total gains/(losses) ASSETS Securities available for sale Loans held for sale Commitments to originate mortgage loans Commitments to sell mortgage loans Mortgage banking short positions Total assets at fair value $ 435,719 32,870 706 107 274 $ 469,676 LIABILITIES Commitments to sell mortgage loans Mortgage banking short positions Total liabilities at fair value $ $ - - - $ $ $ $ - - - - - - - - - $ $ $ $ 435,719 32,870 706 107 274 469,676 - - - $ $ $ $ - - - - - - - - - $ $ $ $ 1,247 (2,032) (4,153) 2,341 326 (2,271) - - - Prior to 2012, the Company has delivered loans on a best efforts delivery basis. In 2012, we began to deliver loans on a mandatory delivery basis as it generally improves margins in the mortgage banking operations. We also sell short positions in mortgage-backed securities to hedge interest rate risk on the loans committed for mandatory delivery. The commitments to originate and sell mortgage banking loans and our short positions are derivatives and are recorded at fair value. The Company may also be required from time to time to measure certain other assets at fair value on a nonrecurring basis in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. These adjustments to fair value usually result from the application of the lower of cost or market accounting or write-down of individual assets. For assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis the following table provides the level of valuation assumptions used to determine the carrying value at December 31 (in thousands): 72 69 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 20142014 Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 $ $ $ $ 4,569 256 4,825 Total 3,596 1,056 4,652 $ $ $ $ Level 1 - - - - - - $ $ $ $ 4,569 256 4,825 2013 Level 2 3,596 1,056 4,652 $ $ $ $ Level 3 Total gains/ (losses) $ $ (75) 90 15 Total gains/ (losses) $ $ 140 22 162 - - - - - - Impaired loans(1) Other real estate(2) Total Impaired loans(1) Other real estate(2) Total (1) Represents the carrying value and related write-downs of loans based on the appraised value of the collateral. (2) Represents the fair value of the collateral less estimated selling costs and are based upon appraised values. 70 73 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 16. Fair Value of Financial Instruments The estimated fair values of the Company’s financial instruments are as follows as of December 31 (in thousands): Assets: Cash and cash equivalents Investment securities available for sale Investment securities available for sale Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank stock Loans held for sale-mortgage banking Commitments to originate mortgage loans Commitments to sell mortgage loans Mortgage banking short positions Loans and leases held for investment, net Accrued interest receivable Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity: Deposits, noninterest-bearing Deposits, interest-bearing Short-term borrowings Accrued interest payable Accrued expenses Commitments to sell mortgage loans Mortgage banking short positions Guaranteed preferred beneficial interests in Company’s subordinated debentures Net Fair Value of Financial Instruments Financial instruments with off- balance-sheet risk: Commitments to extend credit Standby and commercial letters of credit Level in Fair Value Measurement Hierarchy 2014 2013 Carrying Amount Fair Value Carrying Amount Fair Value Level 1 $ 41,124 $ 41,124 $ 18,871 $ 18,871 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 19,921 19,921 - - 429,412 429,412 435,719 435,719 2,817 47,109 2,015 - - 352,188 3,931 898,517 187,400 623,831 16,002 338 7,279 295 185 15,018 850,348 - - $ $ $ $ $ 2,817 47,109 2,015 - - 352,506 3,931 898,835 187,400 624,044 16,002 338 7,279 295 185 2,729 32,870 706 107 274 308,081 3,554 802,911 141,788 581,441 19,967 771 6,307 - - $ $ 9,125 844,668 22,432 772,706 $ 54,167 265 13 $ $ - - $ $ $ $ $ $ 2,729 32,870 706 107 274 308,932 3,554 803,762 141,788 583,626 19,967 771 6,307 - - 16,908 769,367 34,395 254 14 $ $ $ $ $ $ The Company is required to disclose the estimated fair value of financial instruments. Fair value estimates are subjective in nature, involving uncertainties and matters of significant judgment, and therefore cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates. 74 71 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 17. Financial Instruments with Off-Balance-Sheet Risk In the normal course of business, the Company is a party to various financial instruments with off-balance-sheet risk, primarily to meet the needs of our customers as well as to manage our interest rate risk. These instruments, which are issued by the Company for purposes other than trading, carry varying degrees of credit, interest rate or liquidity risk in excess of the amounts reflected in the consolidated balance sheets. Commitments to Extend Credit Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer, which are binding, provided there is no violation of any condition in the contract, and generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses. The contractual amount represents the Bank’s exposure to credit loss in the event of default by the borrower. At December 31, 2014, based on current information, no losses were anticipated as a result of these commitments. The Bank manages this credit risk by using the same credit policies it applies to loans. Collateral is obtained to secure commitments based on management’s credit assessment of the borrower. The collateral may include marketable securities, receivables, inventory, equipment or real estate. Since the Bank expects many of the commitments to expire without being drawn, total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent the Bank’s future liquidity requirements related to such commitments. In our mortgage banking operations, we commit to extend credit for purposes of originating residential loans. We underwrite these commitments to determine whether each loan meets criteria established by the secondary market for residential loans. See Note 1 and 15 to these consolidated financial statements for more information on financial instruments and derivatives related to our mortgage banking operations. Standby and Commercial Letters of Credit Standby letters of credit are conditional commitments issued by the Bank to guarantee the performance of a customer to a third party. Commercial letters of credit are issued on behalf of customers to ensure payment or collection in connection with trade transactions. In the event of a customer’s nonperformance, the Bank’s credit loss exposure is up to the letter’s contractual amount. At December 31, 2014, based on current information, no losses were anticipated as a result of these commitments. Management assesses the borrower’s credit to determine the necessary collateral, which may include marketable securities, real estate, accounts receivable and inventory. Since the conditions requiring the Bank to fund letters of credit may not occur, the Bank expects our liquidity requirements related to such letters of credit to be less than the total outstanding commitments. The contractual amounts of these financial instruments were as follows as of December 31 (in thousands): 2014 2013 Fixed Rate Variable Rate Fixed Rate Variable Rate Commitments to extend credit $ 19,515 $ 62,728 $ 18,723 $ 57,815 Standby and commercial letters of credit 604 731 597 841 In addition to the amounts in the table above, our mortgage banking commitments to fund loans totaled $91.1 million at December 31, 2014 and $57.8 million at December 31, 2013. Also, our mortgage banking commitments to sell loans totaled $136.8 million at December 31, 2014 and $90.0 million at December 31, 2013. Mortgage Banking Obligations Through its mortgage banking operations, the Company originates and sells residential mortgage loans servicing released to third parties. These loans are sold without recourse to the Company. However, standard industry practices require representations and warranties which generally require sellers to reimburse a portion of the sales proceeds if a sold loan defaults or pays off shortly after the sale of the loan (i.e. generally within four months of the sale). The following is a summary of activity related to mortgage banking reimbursement obligations at December 31 (in thousands): 72 75 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Balance, beginning of period Provision Write offs Balance, end of period $ $ 2014 2013 1,679 552 (352) 1,879 $ $ 1,500 745 (566) 1,679 NOTE 18. Guarantees and Contingent Consideration Guaranteed Preferred Beneficial Interests in Company’s Subordinated Debentures BNCCORP fully and unconditionally guarantees the Company’s subordinated debentures. Performance and Financial Standby Letters of Credit As of December 31, 2014 and 2013, the Bank had outstanding $190 thousand and $789 thousand, respectively, of performance standby letters of credit and $5.9 million and $4.9 million, respectively, of financial standby letters of credit. Performance standby letters of credit are irrevocable obligations to the beneficiary on the part of the Bank to make payment on account in an event of default by the account party in the performance of a nonfinancial or commercial obligation. Financial standby letters of credit are irrevocable obligations to the beneficiary on the part of the Bank to repay money for the account of the account party or to make payment on account of any indebtedness undertaken by the account party, in the event that the account party fails to fulfill its obligation to the beneficiary. Under these arrangements, the Bank could, in the event of the account party’s nonperformance, be required to pay a maximum of the amount of issued letters of credit. The Bank has recourse against the account party up to and including the amount of the performance standby letter of credit. The Bank evaluates each account party’s creditworthiness on a case-by-case basis and the amount of collateral obtained varies and is based on management’s credit evaluation of the account party. NOTE 19. Related-Party/Affiliate Transactions The Bank has entered into transactions with related parties, such as opening deposit accounts for and extending credit to employees of the Company. The related party transactions have been made under terms substantially the same as those offered by the Bank to unrelated parties. In the normal course of business, loans are granted to, and deposits are received from, executive officers, directors, principal stockholders and associates of such persons. The aggregate dollar amount of these loans was $3.2 million and $3.1 million at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Advances of loans to related parties in 2014 and 2013 totaled $503,000 and $1.0 million, respectively. Loan pay downs by related parties in 2014 and 2013 were $353,000 and $570,000, respectively. Commitments to extend credit to related parties increased to $605,000 at December 31, 2014 from $229,000 at December 31, 2013. The total amount of deposits received from these parties was $2.6 million and $2.2 million at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Loans to, and deposits received from, these parties were made on substantially the same terms, including interest rates and collateral, as those prevailing at the time for comparable transactions with unrelated persons and do not involve more than the normal risk of collection. The Federal Reserve Act limits amounts of, and requires collateral on, extensions of credit by the Bank to BNCCORP, and with certain exceptions, its non-bank affiliates. There are also restrictions on the amounts of investment by the Bank in stocks and other subsidiaries of BNCCORP and such affiliates and restrictions on the acceptance of their securities as collateral for loans by the Bank. As of December 31, 2014, BNCCORP and its affiliates were in compliance with these requirements. 76 73 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 20. Income Taxes The expense for income taxes on operations consists of the following for the years ended December 31 (in thousands): Current: Federal State Deferred: Federal State Valuation allowance Total 2014 2013 $ $ 2,113 353 2,466 1,174 431 - 1,605 4,071 $ $ 1,719 166 1,885 1,356 574 7 1,937 3,822 The expense for federal income taxes on operations expected at the statutory rate differs from the actual expense for the years ended December 31 (in thousands): Tax expense at 34% statutory rate State taxes (net of Federal benefit) Tax-exempt interest Life insurance proceeds Cash surrender values of bank-owned life insurance Other, net Deferred tax valuation allowance 2014 2013 $ $ 4,259 517 (727) - (149) 171 4,071 - 4,071 $ $ 4,233 610 (470) (359) (170) (29) 3,815 7 3,822 74 77 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Temporary differences between the financial statement carrying amounts and tax bases of assets and liabilities that result in significant portions of the Company’s deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows as of December 31 (in thousands): Deferred tax asset: Loans, primarily due to credit losses Unrealized loss on securities available for sale Acquired intangibles Net operating loss carryforwards Alternative minimum tax credits Other real estate owned Other Deferred tax asset Deferred tax liability: Unrealized gain on securities available for sale Discount accretion on securities Premises and equipment Other Deferred tax liability Valuation allowance Net deferred tax asset 2014 2013 $ $ 3,968 - 204 111 179 95 454 5,011 2,691 221 816 232 3,960 1,051 (14) 1,037 $ $ 4,451 1,374 211 414 959 665 376 8,450 - 656 732 340 1,728 6,722 (14) 6,708 The Company is able to carry forward state tax net operating losses aggregating $1.9 million as of December 31, 2014. The state net operating losses expire between 2015 and 2032. The Company files consolidated federal and unitary state income tax returns where allowed. Tax years ended December 31, 2011 through 2014 remain open to federal examination. Tax years ended December 31, 2010 through 2014 remain open to state examinations. 78 75 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 21. Earnings Per Share The following table shows the amounts used in computing per share results (in thousands, except share and per share data): Net income per share was calculated as follows: Denominator for basic earnings per share: Average common shares outstanding Dilutive common stock options Denominator for diluted earnings per share Numerator (in thousands): Net income Preferred stock costs Net income available to common shareholders Basic earnings per common share Diluted earnings per common share NOTE 22. Benefit Plans 2014 2013 3,369,021 122,233 3,491,254 3,297,235 171,155 3,468,390 $ $ $ $ 8,456 (1,796) 6,660 1.98 1.91 $ $ $ $ 8,627 (1,320) 7,307 2.22 2.11 BNCCORP has a qualified 401(k) savings plan covering all employees of BNCCORP and its subsidiaries who meet specified age and service requirements. Under the plan, eligible employees may elect to defer up to 75% of compensation each year not to exceed the dollar limits set by law. At their discretion, BNCCORP and its subsidiaries may provide matching contributions to the plan. In 2014 and 2013, BNCCORP and its subsidiaries made matching contributions of up to 50% of eligible employee deferrals up to a maximum employer contribution of 5% of employee compensation. Generally, all participant contributions and earnings are fully and immediately vested. The Company makes its matching contribution during the first calendar quarter following the last day of each calendar year and an employee must be employed by the Company on the last day of the calendar year in order to receive the current year’s employer match. The anticipated matching contribution is expensed monthly over the course of the calendar year based on employee contributions made throughout the year. The Company made matching contributions of $466,000 and $476,000 for 2014 and 2013, respectively. Under the investment options available under the 401(k) savings plan, prior to January 28, 2008, employees could elect to invest their salary deferrals in BNCCORP common stock. At December 31, 2014, the assets in the plan totaled $18.3 million and included $602,000 (35,000 shares) invested in BNCCORP common stock. At December 31, 2013, the assets in the plan totaled $17.4 million and included $503,000 (41,000 shares) invested in BNCCORP common stock. On January 28, 2008, the Company voluntarily delisted from the NASDAQ Global Market and deregistered its common stock under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (as amended). As a result, the participants are prohibited from making new investments of the Company’s common stock in the plan. 76 79 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 23. Commitments and Contingencies Leases The Bank has entered into operating lease agreements for certain facilities and equipment used in its operations. Rent expense for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 was $1.1 million and $1.2 million, respectively, for facilities, and $26,000 and $21,000, respectively, for equipment and other items. At December 31, 2014, the total minimum annual base lease payments for operating leases were as follows (in thousands): $ 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Thereafter 885 621 448 174 177 1,297 NOTE 24. Share-Based Compensation The Company has four share-based plans for certain key employees and directors whereby shares of common stock have been reserved for awards in the form of stock options or restricted stock awards. Pursuant to each plan, the compensation committee may grant options at prices equal to the fair value of the stock at the grant date. Total shares in plan and total shares available as of December 31, 2014 are as follows: Total Shares in Plan Total Shares Available 1995 Stock Incentive Plan 250,000 48,751 2002 Stock Incentive Plan 125,000 - 2006 Stock Incentive Plan 200,000 9,850 2010 Stock Incentive Plan 250,000 250,000 Total 825,000 308,601 The Company recognized share-based compensation expense of $119,000 and $46,000 for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively, related to restricted stock. The tax benefits associated with share-based compensation was approximately $17,000 for the year ended December 31, 2014 and was approximately $17,000 for the year ended December 31, 2013. At December 31, 2014, the Company had $215,000 of unamortized restricted stock compensation. At December 31, 2013, the Company had $254,000 of unamortized restricted stock compensation. Restricted shares of stock granted generally have vesting and amortization periods of at least three years. 80 77 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Following is a summary of restricted stock activities for the years ended December 31: Number Restricted Stock Shares 25,000 6,000 (3,333) - 27,667 2014 2013 Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Number Restricted Stock Shares Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value $ 11.88 13.19 10.83 - 12.29 $ 3,300 25,000 (3,300) - 25,000 1.50 11.88 1.50 - 11.88 Nonvested, beginning of year Granted Vested Forfeited Nonvested, end of year The Company granted 240,000 stock options on March 17, 2010. The stock options had a two year vesting period and a ten year contractual term. The exercise price is equal to the market price on grant date, which was $3.00. The fair value of each stock option is estimated on the date of grant using a Black-Scholes methodology with the assumptions noted below: Expected volatility Dividend yield Risk-free interest rate – seven year treasury yield Expected life of stock option 32.56% 0.00% 3.201% 7 years The Company did not recognize share-based compensation expense for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively, related to stock options. At December 31, 2014, the Company had no unamortized compensation cost related to non-vested stock options. The Company is permitted to issue shares from treasury shares already held when options are exercised. Following is a summary of vested stock options and options expected to vest as of December 31, 2014: Number Weighted-average exercise price Weighted-average remaining contractual term Stock Options Outstanding 125,800 $3.00 5.21 years Stock Options Currently Exercisable 125,800 $3.00 5.21 years Stock Options Vested and Expected to Vest 125,800 $3.00 5.21 years 78 81 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 Following is a summary of stock option transactions for the years ended December 31: 2014 2013 Options to Purchase Shares Weighted Average Exercise Price Options to Purchase Shares Outstanding, beginning of year Granted Exercised Forfeited Outstanding, end of year Exercisable, end of year Weighted average fair value of 163,200 - (37,400) - 125,800 125,800 $ $ $ $ $ $ 3.00 - 3.00 - 3.00 3.00 Granted Exercised Forfeited $ $ $ - 1.47 - 228,000 - (64,800) - 163,200 163,200 $ $ $ - 1.47 - Following is a summary of the status of options outstanding at December 31, 2014: Weighted Average Exercise Price $ 3.00 - 3.00 - 3.00 3.00 $ $ $ $ $ Outstanding Options Exercisable Options Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life Weighted Average Exercise Price Number Weighted Average Exercise Price Number Options with exercise prices of: $3.00 125,800 5.21 years $ 3.00 125,800 $ 3.00 82 79 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 25. Condensed Financial Information-Parent Company Only Condensed financial information of BNCCORP, INC. on a parent company only basis is as follows: Parent Company Only Condensed Balance Sheets As of December 31 (In thousands, except per share data) Assets: Cash and cash equivalents Investment in subsidiaries Receivable from subsidiaries Other Total assets Liabilities and stockholders’ equity: Subordinated debentures Payable to subsidiaries Accrued expenses and other liabilities Total liabilities Preferred stock, $.01 par value. Authorized 2,000,000 shares: Preferred Stock - 9% Series A 20,093 shares issued and outstanding; Preferred Stock - 9% Series B 1,005 shares issued and outstanding; Common stock, $.01 par value – Authorized 35,000,000 shares 3,413,854 and 3,374,601 shares issued and outstanding Capital surplus – common stock Retained earnings Treasury stock (254,799 and 294,052 shares, respectively) Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of income taxes Total stockholders’ equity Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity 2014 2013 6,194 86,109 454 935 93,692 15,018 50 911 15,979 20,093 1,005 34 25,831 34,622 (3,421) (451) 77,713 93,692 $ $ $ $ 9,068 83,675 381 1,739 94,863 22,432 56 1,493 23,981 20,093 1,005 34 26,133 27,962 (3,894) (451) 70,882 94,863 $ $ $ $ 80 83 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Parent Company Only Condensed Statements of Operations For the Years Ended December 31 (In thousands) 2014 2013 $ 1,448 $ 1,835 8 26 1,482 884 1,197 490 - 1,075 3,646 (2,164) 686 (1,478) 9,934 8,456 11 38 1,884 1,197 836 799 1 824 3,657 (1,773) 684 (1,089) 9,716 8,627 $ Income: Management fee income Interest Other Total income Expenses: Interest Salaries and benefits Legal and other professional Depreciation and amortization Other Total expenses Loss before income tax benefit and equity in income (loss) of subsidiaries Income tax benefit Income (loss) before equity in income of subsidiaries Equity in earnings of subsidiaries Net income $ 84 81 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014Parent Company Only Condensed Statements of Cash Flows For the Years Ended December 31 (In thousands) Operating activities: Net income Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) $ 8,456 $ 8,627 2014 2013 operating activities - Equity in undistributed income of subsidiaries Depreciation and amortization Share based compensation Change in prepaid expenses and other receivables Change in accrued expenses and other liabilities Net cash used in operating activities Investing activities: Dividend paid by subsidiaries Net cash provided by investing activities Financing activities: Dividends paid on preferred stock Decrease in subordinate debentures Increase in long-term borrowings Decrease in long-term borrowings Net cash used in financing activities Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year Cash and cash equivalents, end of year Supplemental cash flow information: Interest paid Income taxes paid (9,934) - (301) 1,204 (601) (1,176) 7,500 7,500 (1,698) (7,500) 2,700 (2,700) (9,198) (2,874) 9,068 6,194 468 2,218 $ $ $ (9,716) 1 (1,123) 2,566 (4,238) (3,881) 5,000 5,000 (4,681) - - - (4,681) (3,562) 12,630 9,068 3,112 1,720 $ $ $ 82 85 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014NOTE 26. Subsequent Events The Company has evaluated subsequent events from the balance sheet date through March 25, 2015, the date at which the financial statements were available to be issued, and determined there are no other items to disclose. 86 83 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 201487 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 201488 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014CORPORATE DATA Investor Relations Daniel Collins Chief Financial Officer 612-305-2210 Timothy J. Franz President/CEO 612-305-2213 E-mail Inquiries: corp@bncbank.com General Inquiries: BNCCORP, INC. 322 East Main Avenue Bismarck, North Dakota 58501 Telephone (701) 250-3040 Facsimile (701) 222-3653 Annual Meeting The 2015 annual meeting of stockholders will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. (Central Daylight Time) at BNC National Bank, Second Floor Conference Room, 322 East Main Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501. Independent Public Accountants KPMG LLP 233 South 13th Street Suite 1600 Lincoln, NE 68508 Securities Listing BNCCORP, INC.’s common stock is traded on the OTCQX Markets under the symbol: “BNCC.” COMMON STOCK PRICES For the Years Ended December 31, Low 2013(1) High Low 2014(1) High First Quarter $13.79 $12.03 $12.89 $10.05 Second Quarter $18.00 $13.24 $12.10 $10.40 $18.40 $17.55 $14.40 $11.70 Third Quarter $18.22 $16.60 $14.00 $12.11 Fourth Quarter BNCCORP, INC. (BNCCORP or the Company) is a bank holding company registered under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. It is the parent company of BNC National Bank (the Bank). The Company operates community banking and wealth management businesses in North Dakota, Arizona and Minnesota from 15 locations. BNC also conducts mortgage banking from 14 locations in Arizona, Minnesota, North Dakota, Illinois, Kansas and Nebraska. (1) The quotes represent the high and low closing sales prices as reported by OTCQX Markets. Stock Transfer Agent and Registrar American Stock Transfer & Trust Company 59 Maiden Lane, Plaza Level New York, NY 10038 (800) 937-5449 Directors, BNCCORP, INC. Tracy Scott Chairman of the Board and Retired Co-Founder of BNCCORP, INC. Timothy J. Franz President and Chief Executive Officer of BNCCORP, INC. Nathan P. Brenna, Owner, Brenna Farm and Ranch Former Attorney Gaylen Ghylin, EVP, Secretary and CFO of Tiller Corporation d/b/a Barton Sand & Gravel Co., Commercial Asphalt Co. and Barton Enterprises, Inc. Richard M. Johnsen, Jr. Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Johnsen Trailer Sales, Inc. Michael O’Rourke Attorney / Author Directors, BNC National Bank Doug Brendel Shawn Cleveland Timothy J. Franz Dave Hoekstra Mark E. Peiler Scott Spillman Cheryl A. Stanton SUBSIDIARIES BNC National Bank Headquarters: 20175 North 67th Ave Glendale, AZ 85308 Bank Branches: Bismarck Main 322 East Main Avenue Bismarck, ND 58501 Bismarck South 219 South 3rd Street Bismarck, ND 58504 Bismarck North 801 E Century Avenue Bismarck, ND 58503 Primrose Assisted Living Apartments 1144 College Drive Bismarck, ND 58501 Touchmark on West Century 1000 W Century Avenue Bismarck, ND 58503 Crosby 107 North Main Street Crosby, ND 58730 Garrison 92 North Main Garrison, ND 58540 Kenmare 103 1st Avenue SE Kenmare, ND 58746 Linton 104 North Broadway Linton, ND 58552 Stanley 210 South Main Stanley, ND 58784 Watford City 205 North Main Watford City, ND 58854 Mandan 2711 Sunset Drive NW Mandan, ND 58554 Golden Valley 650 North Douglas Drive Golden Valley, MN 55422 Perimeter 17550 N Perimeter Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Mortgage Banking Branches: Glendale 6685 W. Beardsley Road Glendale, AZ 85383 Scottsdale 17550 North Perimeter Dr., Ste 260 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Wichita 2868 North Ridge Road Wichita, KS 67205 Andover 511 North Andover Road Andover, Kansas 67002 Overland Park 7007 College Boulevard Overland Park, KS 66211 Topeka 2110 SW Belle Avenue Topeka, KS 66614 Moline 800 36th Avenue Moline, IL 61265 Omaha 12103 Anne Street Omaha, NE 68137 BNC also provides mortgage banking services within the following bank branches: Bismarck Main 322 East Main Avenue Bismarck, ND 58501 Bismarck North 801 East Century Avenue Bismarck, ND 58503 Mandan 2711 Sunset Drive NW Mandan, ND 58554 Golden Valley 650 North Douglas Drive Golden Valley, MN 55422 BNCCORP, INC. Annual Report 2014 89

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