Want To Prevent A Food Desert? Just Add Hope.
December 18, 2023
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The Gulf-area credit union and its Hope Enterprise Coalition have helped a popular grocery not only stay in town but also expand operations.
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Holiday Spending Is Poised To Reach Nearly $1 Billion
December 18, 2023
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Consumers are spending 60% more than they did a decade ago, and data shows credit union members might be especially likely to put this year’s bill on a credit card.
Jen Kuhn On Leadership
December 18, 2023
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The Bank-Fund Staff executive focuses on employee empowerment in her role as chief human resources officer.
Credit Union Revenue Hits $89 Billion
December 11, 2023
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Higher interest rates in 2023 underpinned an increase in total revenue, which hit a record high in the third quarter.
Exit Interview: Tom Berquist, BECU
December 11, 2023
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BECU’s longtime chief marketer helped build the cooperative’s considerable legacy as an industry leader.
Why Curated Content Will Be A Catalyst For Credit Union Success In 2024
December 11, 2023
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A centralized knowledge base dramatically enhances precision, availability, and end-to-end customer engagement, thereby boosting member satisfaction, retention, and growth.
The Nacha Rules Continue To Evolve — And Credit Unions Need To Prepare
December 11, 2023
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Stay on top of changes and rules compliance in 2024.
Liquid Assets Are Back To Pre-Covid Levels. Markets Are Pricing For Dovish Fed.
December 6, 2023
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Better Core, Better Future
December 4, 2023
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After more than four decades on the same system, Yolo FCU levels up to accommodate a massive field-of-membership expansion.
The Coverage Ratio Is Falling
December 4, 2023
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Delinquency is climbing back to historic norms, but if increases continue at the current rate, credit unions will need to bulk up provisions to properly fund the allowance account.
Want To Prevent A Food Desert? Just Add Hope.
The Gulf-area credit union and its Hope Enterprise Coalition have helped a popular grocery not only stay in town but also expand operations.
Holiday Spending Is Poised To Reach Nearly $1 Billion
Consumers are spending 60% more than they did a decade ago, and data shows credit union members might be especially likely to put this year’s ...
Jen Kuhn On Leadership
The Bank-Fund Staff executive focuses on employee empowerment in her role as chief human resources officer.
Credit Union Revenue Hits $89 Billion
Higher interest rates in 2023 underpinned an increase in total revenue, which hit a record high in the third quarter.
Exit Interview: Tom Berquist, BECU
BECU’s longtime chief marketer helped build the cooperative’s considerable legacy as an industry leader.
Why Curated Content Will Be A Catalyst For Credit Union Success In 2024
A centralized knowledge base dramatically enhances precision, availability, and end-to-end customer engagement, thereby boosting member satisfaction, retention, and growth.
The Nacha Rules Continue To Evolve — And Credit Unions Need To Prepare
Stay on top of changes and rules compliance in 2024.
Better Core, Better Future
After more than four decades on the same system, Yolo FCU levels up to accommodate a massive field-of-membership expansion.
The Coverage Ratio Is Falling
Delinquency is climbing back to historic norms, but if increases continue at the current rate, credit unions will need to bulk up provisions to properly ...
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