Biggest changeThe yields set forth below include the effect of deferred fees, discounts and premiums that are amortized or accreted to interest income or expense. 18 For the Years Ended December 31, 2022 2021 Average Balance Interest Income/ Expense Yield/ Cost Average Balance Interest Income/ Expense Yield/ Cost ( Dollars in thousands) Assets Loans (1) (2) $ 1,580,318 $ 82,900 5.25 % $ 1,513,959 $ 80,643 5.33 % Investment securities 25,922 772 2.98 % 26,000 753 2.90 % Deposits with banks 338,277 3,811 1.13 % 523,491 676 0.13 % Total interest-earning assets 1,944,517 $ 87,483 4.50 % 2,063,450 $ 82,072 3.98 % Non-interest earning assets 79,869 77,370 Allowance for loan losses (30,449) (30,019) Total assets $ 1,993,937 $ 2,110,801 Liabilities and Equity Interest bearing deposits NOWs $ 92,535 $ 417 0.45 % $ 75,502 $ 323 0.43 % Money markets 352,339 3,927 1.11 % 322,201 2,140 0.66 % Savings 195,029 905 0.46 % 146,585 664 0.45 % Time deposits 514,421 4,890 0.95 % 632,874 6,399 1.01 % Brokered certificates of deposit 26,785 932 3.48 % 34,292 228 0.66 % Total interest-bearing deposits 1,181,109 11,071 0.94 % 1,211,454 9,754 0.81 % Borrowings 119,422 3,085 2.58 % 158,943 3,202 2.01 % Total interest-bearing liabilities 1,300,531 $ 14,156 1.09 % 1,370,397 $ 12,956 0.95 % Non-interest bearing deposits 428,549 506,645 Other liabilities 14,389 15,030 Total liabilities 1,743,469 1,892,072 Equity 250,468 218,729 Total liabilities and equity $ 1,993,937 $ 2,110,801 Net interest income $ 73,327 $ 69,116 Interest rate spread 3.41 % 3.03 % Net interest margin 3.77 % 3.35 % (1) Interest income includes $5.0 million and $7.5 million of net fee income for the years ended 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Biggest changeThe yields set forth below include the effect of deferred fees, discounts and premiums that are amortized or accreted to interest income or expense. 20 For the Years Ended December 31, 2023 2022 Average Balance Interest Income/ Expense Yield/ Cost Average Balance Interest Income/ Expense Yield/ Cost ( Dollars in thousands) Assets Loans (1) (2) $ 1,782,055 $ 106,061 5.95 % $ 1,580,318 $ 82,900 5.25 % Investment securities 25,168 1,048 4.16 % 25,922 772 2.98 % Deposits with banks 114,880 5,595 4.87 % 338,277 3,811 1.13 % Total interest-earning assets 1,922,103 $ 112,704 5.86 % 1,944,517 $ 87,483 4.50 % Non-interest earning assets 78,253 79,869 Allowance for credit losses (31,965) (30,449) Total assets $ 1,968,391 $ 1,993,937 Liabilities and Equity Interest bearing deposits NOWs $ 86,932 $ 1,377 1.58 % $ 92,535 $ 417 0.45 % Money markets 403,292 17,120 4.25 % 352,339 3,927 1.11 % Savings 127,442 1,486 1.17 % 195,029 905 0.46 % Time deposits 498,089 15,232 3.06 % 514,421 4,890 0.95 % Brokered certificates of deposit 121,702 6,044 4.97 % 26,785 932 3.48 % Total interest-bearing deposits 1,237,457 41,259 3.33 % 1,181,109 11,071 0.94 % Borrowings 170,093 7,231 4.25 % 119,422 3,085 2.58 % Total interest-bearing liabilities 1,407,550 $ 48,490 3.44 % 1,300,531 $ 14,156 1.09 % Non-interest bearing deposits 265,148 428,549 Other liabilities 16,802 14,389 Total liabilities 1,689,500 1,743,469 Equity 278,891 250,468 Total liabilities and equity $ 1,968,391 $ 1,993,937 Net interest income $ 64,214 $ 73,327 Interest rate spread 2.42 % 3.41 % Net interest margin 3.34 % 3.77 % (1) Interest income includes $3.8 million and $5.0 million of net fee income for the years ended 2023 and 2022, respectively.
The Company's results of operations are dependent primarily on its net interest income, which is the difference between the interest income earned on its interest earning-assets and the interest expense paid on its interest-bearing liabilities. In our operations, we have three major lines of lending: residential real estate mortgage, commercial real estate mortgage, and construction lending.
The Company's results of operations are dependent primarily on its net interest income, which is the difference between the interest income earned on its interest earning-assets and the 19 interest expense paid on its interest-bearing liabilities. In our operations, we have three major lines of lending: residential real estate mortgage, commercial real estate mortgage, and construction lending.
The interest rate sensitivity position as of December 31, 2022 is presented in the following table. Assets and liabilities are scheduled based on maturity or re-pricing data except for mortgage loans and mortgage-backed securities, which are based on prevailing prepayment assumptions and expected maturities and deposits which are based on recent retention experience of core deposits.
The interest rate sensitivity position as of December 31, 2023 is presented in the following table. Assets and liabilities are scheduled based on maturity or re-pricing data except for mortgage loans and mortgage-backed securities, which are based on prevailing prepayment assumptions and expected maturities and deposits which are based on recent retention experience of core deposits.
The asset mix of the balance sheet is continually evaluated in terms of several variables: yield, credit quality, appropriate funding sources and liquidity. Management of the liability mix of the balance sheet focuses on expanding the various funding sources. 24 In theory, interest rate risk can be diminished by maintaining a nominal level of interest rate sensitivity.
The asset mix of the balance sheet is continually evaluated in terms of several variables: yield, credit quality, appropriate funding sources and liquidity. Management of the liability mix of the balance sheet focuses on expanding the various funding sources. 26 In theory, interest rate risk can be diminished by maintaining a nominal level of interest rate sensitivity.
Key reserve assumptions and estimation processes react to and are influenced by observed changes in loan portfolio performance experience, the financial strength of the borrower, projected industry outlook, and economic conditions. The process of determining the level of the allowance for loan and lease losses requires a high degree of judgment.
Key reserve assumptions and estimation processes react to and are influenced by observed changes in loan portfolio performance experience, the financial strength of the borrower, projected industry outlook, and economic conditions. The process of determining the level of the allowance for credit losses requires a high degree of judgment.
Capital Adequacy Consistent with the goal to operate a sound and profitable financial organization, the Company and Bank actively seeks to maintain their status as well-capitalized in accordance with regulatory standards. As of December 31, 2022, the Company and the Bank exceeded all applicable regulatory capital requirements.
Capital Adequacy Consistent with the goal to operate a sound and profitable financial organization, the Company and Bank actively seeks to maintain their status as well-capitalized in accordance with regulatory standards. As of December 31, 2023, the Company and the Bank exceeded all applicable regulatory capital requirements.
In addition, we manage the potential risk in commitments to lend by limiting the total amount of commitments, by monitoring maturity structure of these commitments and by applying the same credit standards for these commitments as for all of our credit activities. 25 For commitments to lend, we generally require collateral or a guarantee.
In addition, we manage the potential risk in commitments to lend by limiting the total amount of commitments, by monitoring maturity structure of these commitments and by applying the same credit standards for these commitments as for all of our credit activities. 27 For commitments to lend, we generally require collateral or a guarantee.
At December 31, 2022, we had contractual obligations primarily relating to commitments to extent credits, deposits, secured and unsecured borrowings, and operating leases. We have adequate resources to fund all unfunded commitments to the extent required and meet all contractual obligations as they come due.
At December 31, 2023, we had contractual obligations primarily relating to commitments to extent credits, deposits, secured and unsecured borrowings, and operating leases. We have adequate resources to fund all unfunded commitments to the extent required and meet all contractual obligations as they come due.
Comparative Average Balances, Yields and Rates The following table presents the average daily balances of assets, liabilities and equity and the respective interest earned or paid on interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, as well as average annualized rates, for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Comparative Average Balances, Yields and Rates The following table presents the average daily balances of assets, liabilities and equity and the respective interest earned or paid on interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, as well as average annualized rates, for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022.
The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loan facilities to customers. At December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, standby letters of credit with customers were $1.5 million and $1.5 million, respectively.
The credit risk involved in issuing letters of credit is essentially the same as that involved in extending loan facilities to customers. At December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, standby letters of credit with customers were $1.5 million and $1.5 million, respectively.
The increase in total shareholders' equity was primarily due to the retention of earnings from the period, partially offset by the recognition of $8.1 million of cash dividends. 23 Liquidity and Capital Resources Liquidity is a measure of our ability to generate cash to support asset growth, meet deposit withdrawals, satisfy other contractual obligations, and otherwise operate on an ongoing basis.
The increase in total shareholders' equity was primarily due to the retention of earnings from the period, partially offset by the recognition of $8.6 million of cash dividends. 25 Liquidity and Capital Resources Liquidity is a measure of our ability to generate cash to support asset growth, meet deposit withdrawals, satisfy other contractual obligations, and otherwise operate on an ongoing basis.
The general based component covers loans and leases on which there are incurred losses that are not yet individually identifiable. The allowance calculation and determination process is dependent on the use of key assumptions.
The general based component covers loans and leases on which there are expected credit losses that are not yet individually identifiable. The allowance calculation and determination process is dependent on the use of key assumptions.
The Company seeks to rely primarily on core deposits from customers to provide stable and cost-effective sources of funding to support loan growth. We focus on customer service which we believe has resulted in a history of customer loyalty. Stability, low cost and customer loyalty comprise key characteristics of core deposits.
The Company seeks to rely primarily on core deposits from customers to provide stable and cost-effective sources of funding to support loan growth. We focus on customer service which we believe has resulted in a history of customer loyalty. Stability, low cost and customer loyalty comprise key characteristics of core deposits. We also use brokered deposits as a funding source.
At December 31, 2022, our cash position was $182.2 million. We invest cash that is in excess of our immediate operating needs primarily in our interest-bearing account at the Federal Reserve. Our primary source of funding has been deposits. Funds from other operations, financing arrangements, investment securities available-for-sale also provide significant sources of funding.
At December 31, 2023, our cash position was $180.4 million. We invest cash that is in excess of our immediate operating needs primarily in our interest-bearing account at the Federal Reserve. Our primary source of funding has been deposits. Funds from other operations, financing arrangements, investment securities available-for-sale also provide significant sources of funding.
The fee income for the year ended December 31, 2022 from the commercial deposit accounts of depositors who do business in the cannabis industry totaled $4.4 million and is included in service fees on deposit accounts in the accompanying consolidated statements of income. Such deposit fee income totaled $5.1 million during the year ended December 31, 2021.
The fee income for the year ended December 31, 2023 from the commercial deposit accounts of depositors who do business in the cannabis industry totaled $3.4 million and is included in service fees on deposit accounts in the accompanying consolidated statements of income. Such deposit fee income totaled $4.4 million during the year ended December 31, 2022.
At December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, unused commitments to extend credit amounted to approximately $159.0 million and $117.7 million, respectively. Commitments to fund fixed-rate loans were immaterial at December 31, 2022. Variable-rate commitments are generally issued for less than one year and carry market rates of interest.
At December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, unused commitments to extend credit amounted to approximately $93.8 million and $159.0 million, respectively. Commitments to fund fixed-rate loans were immaterial at December 31, 2023. Variable-rate commitments are generally issued for less than one year and carry market rates of interest.
There continues to be various other risks and uncertainties that could impact the Company’s businesses and future results, such as changes to the U.S. economic condition, market interest rates, the Federal Reserve Board's monetary policy, other government policies, and actions of regulatory agencies.
The extent of such impact will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain. There continues to be various other risks and uncertainties that could impact the Company’s businesses and future results, such as changes to the U.S. economic condition, market interest rates, the Federal Reserve Board's monetary policy, other government policies, and actions of regulatory agencies.
These available for sale securities are readily marketable and are available to meet our additional liquidity needs. At December 31, 2022, the Company's investment securities portfolio classified as available for sale was $9.4 million. We had unused loan commitments of $159.0 million at December 31, 2022. Our loan commitments are normally originated with the full amount of collateral.
These available for sale securities are readily marketable and are available to meet our additional liquidity needs. At December 31, 2023, the Company's investment securities portfolio classified as available for sale was $7.1 million. We had unused loan commitments of $93.8 million at December 31, 2023. Our loan commitments are normally originated with the full amount of collateral.
Loans, net unearned income Loans receivable increased to $1.75 billion at December 31, 2022, from $1.48 billion at December 31, 2021.
Loans, net unearned income Loans receivable increased to $1.79 billion at December 31, 2023, from $1.75 billion at December 31, 2022.
At December 31, 2022, the Company had a $693.7 million line of credit from the FHLBNY, of which $83.2 million was outstanding, $50.0 million was a letter of credit to secure public deposits, and $560.5 million was unused. Our investment portfolio primarily consists of mortgage-backed available for sale securities issued by US government agency and government sponsored entities.
At December 31, 2023, the Company had a $944.4 million line of credit from the FHLBNY, of which $125.0 million was outstanding, $50.0 million was a letter of credit to secure public deposits, and $769.4 million was unused. Our investment portfolio primarily consists of mortgage-backed available for sale securities issued by US government agency and government sponsored entities.
The Company also generates income from loan and deposit fees and other non-interest related activities. The Company's non-interest expense primarily consists of employee compensation, administration, and other operating expenses. 17 As of December 31, 2022, we had total assets of $1.98 billion, total liabilities of $1.72 billion, and total shareholders' equity of $266.0 million.
The Company also generates income from loan and deposit fees and other non-interest related activities. The Company's non-interest expense primarily consists of employee compensation, administration, and other operating expenses. As of December 31, 2023, we had total assets of $2.02 billion, total liabilities of $1.74 billion, and total shareholders' equity of $284.3 million.
We recorded a provision for loan losses of $1.8 million and $0.5 million in 2022 and 2021, respectively. The provision for loan losses as a percentage of interest income was 2.06% and 0.61% in 2022 and 2021, respectively.
We recorded a recovery for credit losses of $2.1 million and a provision for loan losses of $1.8 million in 2023 and 2022, respectively. The (recovery) provision for credit losses as a percentage of interest income was (1.82)% and 2.06% in 2023 and 2022, respectively.
The increase was primarily due to an increase in residential 1 - 4 family of $165.1 million; commercial non-owner occupied of $72.3 million; and construction loans of $39.7 million; partially offset by a decrease of $24.7 million in commercial and industrial loans.
The increase was primarily due to an increase in residential 1 - 4 family of $29.0 million; residential 1 to 4 family investment of $24.0 million; and commercial owner-occupied loans of $15.7 million; partially offset by a decrease of $34.8 million in construction loans.
Net Interest Income Net interest income increased $4.2 million, or 6.1%, to $73.3 million for the year ended 2022 compared to $69.1 million for the year ended 2021. The increase in net interest income was primarily due to an increase in interest income of $5.4 million, partially offset by an increase in interest expense of $1.2 million.
Net Interest Income Net interest income decreased $9.1 million, or 12.4%, to $64.2 million for the year ended 2023 compared to $73.3 million for the year ended 2022. The decrease in net interest income was primarily due to an increase in interest expense of $34.3 million, partially offset by an increase in interest income of $25.2 million.
Investment securities Total investment securities decreased to $18.7 million at December 31, 2022, from $23.3 million at December 31, 2021, a decrease of $4.5 million or 19.4%. The decrease was primarily due to pay downs of $2.9 million and $1.0 million valuation decline.
Investment securities Total investment securities decreased to $16.4 million at December 31, 2023, from $18.7 million at December 31, 2022, a decrease of $2.4 million or 12.6%. The decrease was primarily due to pay downs of $2.5 million, partially offset by a $0.1 million valuation increase.
Results of Operations Net Income We recorded net income available to common shareholders of $41.8 million or $3.51 per basic common share and $3.44 per diluted common share, for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to $40.7 million, or $3.43 per basic common share and $3.36 per diluted common share, for the year ended December 31, 2021, an increase of $1.1 million or 2.6%.
Results of Operations Net Income We recorded net income available to common shareholders of $28.4 million or $2.38 per basic common share and $2.35 per diluted common share, for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $41.8 million, or $3.51 per basic common share and $3.44 per diluted common share, for the year ended December 31, 2022, a decrease of $13.4 million or 32.0%.
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses : Our allowances for loan and lease losses represents management's best estimate of probable losses inherent in our loan portfolio excluding those loans accounted for under fair value. Our process for determining the allowance for loan and lease losses is discussed in Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Allowance for Credit Losses : Our allowances for credit losses represents management's best estimate of probable losses inherent in our investment and loan portfolios, excluding those loans accounted for under fair value. Refer to N ote 1 in the Notes t o the Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.
The decrease in total liabilities was primarily due to a decrease in total deposits, partially offset by an increase in borrowings. Total deposits decreased $192.4 million, or 10.9%, to $1.6 billion at December 31, 2022, from $1.8 billion at December 31, 2021.
Total liabilities were $1.74 billion at December 31, 2023. This represented a $20.3 million, or 1.2%, increase from $1.72 billion at December 31, 2022. The increase in total liabilities was primarily due to an increase in borrowings, partially offset by a decrease in deposits.
The Bank expects this trend to continue in the foreseeable future. 22 Borrowings At December 31, 2022, total borrowings increased $5.2 million to $126.1 million at December 31, 2022, from $120.9 million at December 31, 2021. The increase in borrowings was primarily due to an increase in FHLBNY advances of $5.0 million.
Borrowings At December 31, 2023, total borrowings increased $42.0 million to $168.1 million at December 31, 2023, from $126.1 million at December 31, 2022. The increase in borrowings was primarily due to an increase in FHLBNY advances of $41.9 million.
Interest expense increased to $14.2 million for 2022, from $13.0 million for 2021, an increase of $1.2 million, or 9.3%. The increase in interest expense was primarily due to an increase in market interest rates on our deposit accounts.
Interest expense increased to $48.5 million for 2023, from $14.2 million for 2022, an increase of $34.3 million, or 242.5%. The increase in interest expense was primarily due to an increase in market interest rates on deposit accounts at the Bank, as well as a change in the deposit mix.
Deposits At December 31, 2022, the Bank’s total deposits decreased to $1.6 billion from $1.8 billion at December 31, 2021, a decrease of $192.4 million, or 10.9%.
Deposits At December 31, 2023, the Bank’s total deposits decreased to $1.55 billion from $1.58 billion at December 31, 2022, a decrease of $23.2 million, or 1.5%.
The decrease in deposits was primarily attributed to a decrease in non-interest bearing demand deposits of $201.3 million, and time deposits of $91.9 million, partially offset by an increase in brokered CD balances of $101.3 million.
The decrease in deposits was primarily attributed to a decrease in non-interest bearing demand deposits of $120.4 million, savings of $105.1 million, time deposits of $42.2 million, and interest checking of $20.1 million 24 partially offset by an increase in money market of $218.4 million, and brokered CD balances of $46.2 million.
Equity Total shareholders’ equity increased to $266.0 million at December 31, 2022, from $232.4 million at December 31, 2021, an increase of $33.7 million or 14.5%.
Equity Total shareholders’ equity increased to $284.3 million at December 31, 2023, from $266.0 million at December 31, 2022, an increase of $18.3 million or 6.9%.
Total loans outstanding increased $266.6 million at December 31, 2022, primarily due to an increase in residential 1 to 4 family loans of $165.1 million; commercial non-owner occupied loans of $72.3 million; and construction loans of $39.7 million; net of a decrease of $24.7 million in commercial and industrial loans.
Total loans outstanding increased $35.9 million at December 31, 2023, primarily due to an increase in residential 1 to 4 family loans of $29.0 million; residential 1 to 4 family investment loans of $24.0 million; and commercial owner occupied loans of $15.7 million; partially offset by a decrease in construction loans of $34.8 million.
Non-interest Income The table below displays the components of non-interest income for 2022 and 2021. 2022 2021 $ Change % Change ( Dollars in thousands) Service fees on deposit accounts $ 4,927 $ 5,662 $ (735) (13.0) % Other Loan fees 1,379 1,346 33 2.5 % Bank owned life insurance income 568 575 (7) (1.2) % Gain on sale of SBA loans 98 214 (116) (54.2) % Gain on sale and valuation adjustments of OREO 328 60 268 446.7 % Other 1,082 942 140 14.9 % Total non-interest income $ 8,382 $ 8,799 $ (417) (4.7) % Non-interest income decreased by $0.4 million to $8.4 million in 2022 compared to 2021 primarily due to a decrease in fee income related to commercial deposit accounts, partially offset by an increase in the gain on sale of OREO.
Non-interest Income The table below shows the components of non-interest income for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022. 2023 2022 $ Change % Change ( Dollars in thousands) Service fees on deposit accounts $ 3,872 $ 4,927 $ (1,055) (21.4) % Other Loan fees 851 1,379 (528) (38.3) % Bank owned life insurance income 737 568 169 29.8 % Gain on sale of SBA loans — 98 (98) (100.0) % Gain on sale and valuation adjustments of OREO 38 328 (290) (88.4) % Other 1,194 1,082 112 10.4 % Total non-interest income $ 6,692 $ 8,382 $ (1,690) (20.2) % 22 Non-interest income decreased by $1.7 million to $6.7 million during the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to 2022, primarily due to a decrease in fee income related to commercial deposit accounts and other loan fees, partially offset by an increase in income earned on bank owned life insurance.
Allowance for loan losses Allowance for loan losses increased $2.0 million, to $31.8 million, or 6.70%, at December 31, 2022, from $29.8 million at December 31, 2021. The increase was primarily due to the provision of $1.8 million due to the increase in the loan portfolio.
Allowance for credit losses Allowance for credit losses increased $0.3 million, to $32.1 million, or 0.90%, at December 31, 2023, from $31.8 million at December 31, 2022. The increase was primarily due to an increase in the portfolio balance, net of a decrease in historical loss rates.
The following table presents certain key condensed balance sheet data as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021: 21 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 $ Change % Change ( Dollars in thousands) Cash and cash equivalents $ 182,150 $ 596,553 $ (414,403) (69.5) % Investment securities 18,744 23,269 (4,525) (19.4) % Loans, net of unearned income 1,751,459 1,484,847 266,612 18.0 % Allowance for loan losses (31,845) (29,845) (2,000) 6.7 % Total assets 1,984,915 2,136,445 (151,530) (7.1) % Total deposits 1,575,981 1,768,410 (192,429) (10.9) % FHLBNY borrowings 83,150 78,150 5,000 6.4 % Subordinated debt 42,921 42,732 189 0.4 % Total liabilities 1,718,881 1,904,084 (185,203) (9.7) % Total equity 266,034 232,361 33,673 14.5 % Total liabilities and equity 1,984,915 2,136,445 (151,530) (7.1) % Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents decreased $414.4 million to $182.2 million at December 31, 2022, from $596.6 million at December 31, 2021, a decrease of 69.5%.
The following table presents certain key condensed balance sheet data as of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022: December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 $ Change % Change ( Dollars in thousands) Cash and cash equivalents $ 180,376 $ 182,150 $ (1,774) (1.0) % Investment securities 16,387 18,744 (2,357) (12.6) % Loans, net of unearned income 1,787,340 1,751,459 35,881 2.0 % Allowance for credit losses (32,131) (31,845) (286) 0.9 % Total assets 2,023,500 1,984,915 38,585 1.9 % Total deposits 1,552,827 1,575,981 (23,154) (1.5) % FHLBNY borrowings 125,000 83,150 41,850 50.3 % Subordinated debt 43,111 42,921 190 0.4 % Total liabilities 1,739,183 1,718,881 20,302 1.2 % Total equity 284,317 266,034 18,283 6.9 % Total liabilities and equity 2,023,500 1,984,915 38,585 1.9 % Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents decreased $1.8 million to $180.4 million at December 31, 2023, from $182.2 million at December 31, 2022, a decrease of 1.0%.
Interest income for 2022 increased to $87.5 million, an increase of $5.4 million, or 6.6%, from $82.1 million for 2021, primarily due to an increase in interest earned on average deposits held at the Federal Reserve Bank ("FRB") of $3.1 million and an increase in interest and fees on loans of $2.3 million due to higher average outstanding loan balances and higher interest rates.
Interest and fees on loans increased during the year ended December 31, 2023, due to higher average outstanding loan balances and higher market interest rates, and an increase in interest earned on average deposits held at the Federal Reserve Bank ("FRB") of $1.8 million, due to higher interest rates paid on deposits, partially offset by a decrease in the average balance of $225.1 million.
Our provision for loan losses increased by $1.3 million in 2022 compared to 2021 primarily as a result of the growth of the loan portfolio. For more information about our provision and allowance for loan and lease losses and our loss experience, see “Risk Management and Asset Quality-Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses” and NOTE 4.
For more information about our provision and allowance for credit losses and our loss experience, see “Risk Management and Asset Quality-Allowance for Credit Losses” and NOTE 4. Loans and Allowance for Credit Losses in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Deposits from the cannabis industries decreased to $177.3 million at December 31, 2022, from $375.2 million at December 31, 2021. Total borrowings were $126.1 million at December 31, 2022, an increase of $5.2 million, compared to December 31, 2021, primarily due to an increase in FHLB advances of $5.0 million.
Total borrowings were $168.1 million at December 31, 2023, an increase of $42.0 million, compared to December 31, 2022, primarily due to an increase in FHLB advances of $41.9 million. Total equity was $284.3 million and $266.0 million at December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively, an increase of $18.3 million from December 31, 2022.
These critical estimates include significant use of our own historical data and other qualitative, quantitative data. These evaluations are inherently subjective, as they require material estimates and may be susceptible to significant change. Our allowance for loan and lease losses is comprised of two components. The specific allowance covers impaired loans and is calculated on an individual loan basis.
These evaluations are inherently subjective, as they require material estimates and may be susceptible to significant change. Our allowance for credit losses is comprised of two components, a specific allowance and a general calculation. A specific allowance is calculated for loans and leases that do not share similar risk characteristics with other financial assets, and include collateral dependent loans.
For purposes of this table, changes attributable to both rate and volume, which cannot be segregated, have been allocated proportionately to the change due to volume and the change due to rate. 19 Years ended December 31, 2022 vs 2021 Variance due to change in Average Volume Average Rate Net Increase/ (Decrease) ( Dollars in thousands) Interest Income: Loans (net of deferred costs/fees) $ 3,535 $ (1,278) $ 2,257 Investment securities (2) 21 19 Deposits with banks (239) 3,374 3,135 Total interest income 3,294 2,117 5,411 Interest Expense: Deposits (244) 1,561 1,317 Borrowed funds (796) 679 (117) Total interest expense (1,040) 2,240 1,200 Net interest income $ 4,334 $ (123) $ 4,211 Provision for loan losses Our provision for loan losses in each period is driven by net charge-offs and changes to the allowance for loan losses.
For purposes of this table, changes attributable to both rate and volume, which cannot be segregated, have been allocated proportionately to the change due to volume and the change due to rate. 21 Years ended December 31, 2023 vs 2022 Variance due to change in Average Volume Average Rate Net Increase/ (Decrease) ( Dollars in thousands) Interest Income: Loans (net of deferred costs/fees) $ 10,583 $ 12,578 $ 23,161 Investment securities (22) 298 276 Deposits with banks (2,517) 4,301 1,784 Total interest income 8,044 17,177 25,221 Interest Expense: NOWs (25) 985 960 Money markets 568 12,625 13,193 Savings (314) 895 581 Time deposits (155) 10,497 10,342 Brokered CDs 3,303 1,809 5,112 Borrowed funds 1,309 2,837 4,146 Total interest expense 4,686 29,648 34,334 Net interest income $ 3,358 $ (12,471) $ (9,113) Provision for credit losses Our provision for credit losses in each period is driven by net charge-offs and changes to the allowance for credit losses.
Deposits from the cannabis businesses decreased to $177.3 million at December 31, 2022, from $375.2 million at December 31, 2021, a decrease of $197.9 million. The decrease in such deposits is primarily attributable to increased competition from other banks, as more banks are soliciting deposits from these businesses and offering favorable terms and fees for such deposits.
Deposits from the cannabis businesses decreased to $96.7 million at December 31, 2023, from $177.3 million at December 31, 2022, a decrease of $80.6 million. The decrease in such deposits is primarily attributable to increased competition from other banks, and the consolidation of the cannabis industry. The Bank expects this trend to continue in the foreseeable future.
Commitments and Contingencies in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for our banking services to customers who do business in the cannabis industry. 20 Non-Interest Expense The following table displays the components of non-interest expense for 2022 and 2021. 2022 2021 $ Change % Change ( Dollars in thousands) Compensation and benefits $ 10,835 $ 9,731 $ 1,104 11.3 % Professional services 2,249 3,724 (1,475) (39.6) % Occupancy and equipment 2,522 2,381 141 5.9 % Data processing 1,293 1,306 (13) (1.0) % FDIC insurance and other assessments 1,050 1,104 (54) (4.9) % OREO expense 493 287 206 71.8 % Other operating expense 5,391 3,970 1,421 35.8 % Total non-interest expense $ 23,833 $ 22,503 $ 1,330 5.9 % Non-interest expense increased $1.3 million to $23.8 million for 2022, from $22.5 million for 2021 primarily due to an increase in other operating expense of $1.4 million, an increase in compensation and benefits of $1.1 million, and an increase in OREO expense of $206 thousand, partially offset by a decrease in professional services expense of $1.5 million.
Non-Interest Expense The following table displays the components of non-interest expense for 2023 and 2022. 2023 2022 $ Change % Change ( Dollars in thousands) Compensation and benefits $ 12,340 $ 10,835 $ 1,505 13.9 % Professional services 2,328 2,249 79 3.5 % Occupancy and equipment 2,604 2,522 82 3.3 % Data processing 1,385 1,293 92 7.1 % FDIC insurance and other assessments 1,292 1,050 242 23.0 % OREO expense 839 493 346 70.2 % Other operating expense 14,479 5,391 9,088 168.6 % Total non-interest expense $ 35,267 $ 23,833 $ 11,434 48.0 % Non-interest expense increased $11.4 million to $35.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, from $23.8 million for 2022 primarily due to an increase in other operating expense of $9.1 million, an increase in compensation and benefits of $1.5 million, and an increase in OREO expense of $0.3 million.
We also use brokered deposits as a funding source, which is more volatile than core deposits. The Bank also joined the IntraFi network to secure an additional alternative funding source. IntraFi provides the Bank an additional source of external funds through their weekly CDARS® settlement process.
The Bank joined the IntraFi network to secure an additional alternative funding source. IntraFi provides the Bank an additional source of external funds through their weekly CDARS® settlement process, as well as their ICS® money market product. While deposit accounts comprise the vast majority of our funding needs, we maintain secured borrowing lines with the FHLBNY.
At December 31, 2022, total assets decreased 7.1% and total equity increased 14.5%, compared to December 31, 2021. Our risk based tier 1 capital ratio remained strong during the year and was 19.3% at December 31, 2022. In addition, during 2022 we returned $7.9 million of capital to our common shareholders through common stock dividends.
Our risk based tier 1 capital ratio was 20.8% at December 31, 2023. In addition, during 2023 we returned $8.6 million of capital to our common shareholders through common stock dividends. Our business operations are subject to risks and uncertainties that could materially affect our operating results.
The decrease in total assets was primarily attributable to a decrease in cash and cash equivalents, partially offset by an increase in loans. Cash and cash equivalents decreased $414.4 million, to $182.2 million at December 31, 2022, primarily due to a decrease in deposits, as well as in increase in loans receivable.
Financial Condition General At December 31, 2023, the Company’s total assets were $2.02 billion, an increase of $38.6 million or 1.9%, from December 31, 2022. The increase in total assets was primarily attributable to an increase in loans, restricted stock, and other assets. Cash and cash equivalents decreased $1.8 million, to $180.4 million at December 31, 2023.
Net income available to common shareholders for 2022 was $41.8 million. In 2022, net income available to common shareholders increased 2.6% over the previous year primarily due to higher net interest income, partially offset by an increase in the provision for loan losses and higher non-interest expense.
In addition, non-interest expense increased due to an increase in compensation and benefits expense, lower net interest income, and lower non-interest income, partially offset by lower provision for credit losses. At December 31, 2023, total assets increased 1.9% and total equity increased 6.9%, compared to December 31, 2022.
The decrease in professional services expense was mainly due to the prior year remediation efforts related to our BSA Secrecy Act ("BSA") compliance. Income Tax Income tax expense increased $0.3 million to $14.3 million on income before taxes of $56.1 million for 2022, compared to income tax expense of $13.9 million on income before taxes of $54.9 million for 2021.
Income Tax Income tax expense decreased $5.0 million to $9.2 million on income before taxes of $37.7 million for 2023, compared to income tax expense of $14.3 million on income before taxes of $56.1 million for 2022. The effective income tax rates for 2023 and 2022 were 24.5% and 25.4%, respectively.