Revenue Recognition

First Guaranty has identified certain recurring revenue streams (including fee income, NSF/OD charges, and ATM/ Card fee income) related to noninterest income, which are within the scope of Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers.

There are no significant judgments relating to the amount and timing of revenue recognition for revenue streams within the scope of Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customer. Due to the nature of the services First Guaranty provides to its customers, it does not incur costs to obtain contracts, and there are no material incremental costs to fulfill these contacts that should be capitalized. There are no material contract assets or receivables as First Guaranty does not typically enter into long-term revenue contracts with customers.

About Revenue Disclosures

Revenue disclosures under ASC 606 explain how a company identifies performance obligations, allocates transaction prices, and determines when revenue is recognized. This section is essential for understanding whether reported revenue reflects genuine economic activity or aggressive accounting choices. Analysts examine the mix of point-in-time versus over-time recognition, which directly affects revenue timing and comparability.

Key signals: rising contract liabilities (deferred revenue) suggest strong future revenue visibility, while declining contract assets may indicate slowing project milestones. Watch for variable consideration estimates — rebates, returns, and performance bonuses that require management judgment. Significant changes in disaggregated revenue by geography or product line can reveal shifting business mix before it appears in headline numbers. Compare revenue growth against contract liability growth to assess sustainability, and scrutinize any changes in the timing of recognition that coincide with earnings pressure.