Best Of 2023: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
December 26, 2023
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From liquidity challenges to slowdowns in lending, new regulations and more, credit unions embraced uncertainty this year.
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Silicon Valley Bank Failure: FASB And Auditor Implications
April 24, 2023
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The accounting standard concerning intent and ability was violated, and those charged with governance and oversight of the bank failed in their roles. All of these parties should be held accountable.
6 Credit Union Fiduciary Responsibilities You Might Not Think Of
March 27, 2023
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To ensure they are properly fulfilling their duties, credit union directors typically consult with a variety of stakeholders, but there’s one source of assistance directors might not have considered.
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
March 20, 2023
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The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
2023 Vendor Showcase
January 17, 2023
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Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
Look Beyond CECL Model Selection
September 26, 2022
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Financial institutions have heard about the current expected credit loss accounting standard for years. It’s now time to act, and these steps will prepare your credit union for its first audit or examination.
Staffing Assessments: Why Credit Unions Should Prepare For 2022 Staffing Needs Now
December 13, 2021
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A comprehensive look at staffing can strengthen compliance and the use case for targeted people resources.
Build It And They Will Come — And Stay: The Do-It-Yourself Digital Storefront
December 2, 2021
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With the right technology, credit unions can quickly design and go to market with the digital presence they need to retain and add members.
Northern Lights Up The Work-From-Home Workplace
June 14, 2021
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The upstate New York cooperative sets clear expectations and follows up with remote employees to ensure success in its WFH arrangement.
Cybersecurity Awareness Is More Important Than Ever
October 26, 2020
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A host of new threats and vulnerabilities have arisen with the move to remote working. For this Cybersecurity Awareness Month, credit union security experts share seven tips on how to stay safe.
Best Of 2023: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
From liquidity challenges to slowdowns in lending, new regulations and more, credit unions embraced uncertainty this year.
6 Credit Union Fiduciary Responsibilities You Might Not Think Of
To ensure they are properly fulfilling their duties, credit union directors typically consult with a variety of stakeholders, but there’s one source of assistance directors ...
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
2023 Vendor Showcase
Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
Look Beyond CECL Model Selection
Financial institutions have heard about the current expected credit loss accounting standard for years. It’s now time to act, and these steps will prepare your ...
Staffing Assessments: Why Credit Unions Should Prepare For 2022 Staffing Needs Now
A comprehensive look at staffing can strengthen compliance and the use case for targeted people resources.
Build It And They Will Come — And Stay: The Do-It-Yourself Digital Storefront
With the right technology, credit unions can quickly design and go to market with the digital presence they need to retain and add members.
Northern Lights Up The Work-From-Home Workplace
The upstate New York cooperative sets clear expectations and follows up with remote employees to ensure success in its WFH arrangement.
Cybersecurity Awareness Is More Important Than Ever
A host of new threats and vulnerabilities have arisen with the move to remote working. For this Cybersecurity Awareness Month, credit union security experts share ...
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Markets Flip From Pricing Cuts To 50% Chance Of Hikes
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
Aaron Passman
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History And Culture
Aaron Passman
How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
Silicon Valley Bank Failure: FASB And Auditor Implications