Community Financial Flips The Script On Junk Fees
The Michigan credit union has dropped punitive overdraft fees in favor of a checking account feature that helps members save money when their spending outstrips
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Understanding NCUA’s 2023 Grant Funding
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The regulator’s Community Development Revolving Loan Fund distributed $3.8 million in grant funding last year, benefitting more than 140 credit unions.
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Community Financial Flips The Script On Junk Fees
June 24, 2024
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The Michigan credit union has dropped punitive overdraft fees in favor of a checking account feature that helps members save money when their spending outstrips their budget.
Share Draft And Auto Loan Penetration Jump Substantially
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Penetration growth is uneven across product lines, with share draft and auto loans blazing a trail in the past decade while other products remain stagnant.
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Is Growth The Goal Or The Result?
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Credit unions that want to remain relevant might need to rethink how they approach the “G” word.
Rising Interest Rates Are Good For Something
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Revenue per member has soared despite an industrywide slowdown in membership growth.
The Future Of Finance And Credit Unions: A Seamless Integration Into Daily Life
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Discover what the future of finance holds at TruStage Discovery2024, the credit union industry’s largest virtual conference.
Understanding NCUA’s 2023 Grant Funding
The regulator’s Community Development Revolving Loan Fund distributed $3.8 million in grant funding last year, benefitting more than 140 credit unions.
How Are Credit Unions Navigating The Fintech Frontier?
Technology partnerships offer a path to innovation and enhanced member service.
Coloramo Rolls Out A ‘Real’ Strategy To Attract Young Members
The Colorado credit union has debuted a digital brand targeting young consumers and plans to make it available to the entire industry.
Community Financial Flips The Script On Junk Fees
The Michigan credit union has dropped punitive overdraft fees in favor of a checking account feature that helps members save money when their spending outstrips ...
Share Draft And Auto Loan Penetration Jump Substantially
Penetration growth is uneven across product lines, with share draft and auto loans blazing a trail in the past decade while other products remain stagnant.
Macroeconomic Indicators To Watch In 2024
Six data points showcase what's happening in the larger economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
Is Growth The Goal Or The Result?
Credit unions that want to remain relevant might need to rethink how they approach the “G” word.
Rising Interest Rates Are Good For Something
Revenue per member has soared despite an industrywide slowdown in membership growth.
The Future Of Finance And Credit Unions: A Seamless Integration Into Daily Life
Discover what the future of finance holds at TruStage Discovery2024, the credit union industry's largest virtual conference.
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