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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The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
7 Liquidity Trends From The First Quarter
Liquidity has been front of mind for credit union leaders in recent quarters as loan and share growth battle it out on the balance sheet.
Rewards For Loyalty, Booms And Busts, And Credit Union Earnings
November 21, 2016
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Three can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2016
November 17, 2016
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Shares, member business loans, and the fallout from the Wells Fargo scandal. How did credit unions perform in the third quarter?
Credit Union Investments Defied Expectations In 3Q 2016
November 15, 2016
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With market uncertainty, it’s surprising to see a quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year increase in investments. Less surprising is the attraction of short-term investments.
Member Business Lending Grows In Third Quarter
November 15, 2016
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The industry sets new records as the portfolio tops $58 billion. The top 10 list spans the nation.
Leaders In Efficiency For Third Quarter 2016
November 14, 2016
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Credit unions posted a slight improvement in the efficiency ratio versus one year ago. Check out this leader table to see which credit unions beat the industry average.
For The Bond Market, It’s Been A Good Run
November 10, 2016
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The lack of liquidity in the bond market has been an ongoing problem, and now the dam seems to be breaking.
Wright-Patt By The Numbers
November 8, 2016
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This Midwestern credit union’s performance highlights the power of the cooperative model.
GTE By The Numbers
November 7, 2016
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The team at GTE FCU managed the credit union through home prices declines and high unemployment.
U.S. Mortgages: Credit Unions Vs. Banks
November 7, 2016
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What does new Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data say about credit union performance?
It’s Time To Take Our Own Advice
November 7, 2016
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New DOL Fiduciary Rule is an opportunity to assess credit unions’ long-term goals for their investment advisors.
Rewards For Loyalty, Booms And Busts, And Credit Union Earnings
Three can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2016
Shares, member business loans, and the fallout from the Wells Fargo scandal. How did credit unions perform in the third quarter?
Credit Union Investments Defied Expectations In 3Q 2016
With market uncertainty, it’s surprising to see a quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year increase in investments. Less surprising is the attraction of short-term investments.
Member Business Lending Grows In Third Quarter
The industry sets new records as the portfolio tops $58 billion. The top 10 list spans the nation.
Leaders In Efficiency For Third Quarter 2016
Credit unions posted a slight improvement in the efficiency ratio versus one year ago. Check out this leader table to see which credit unions beat ...
Wright-Patt By The Numbers
This Midwestern credit union’s performance highlights the power of the cooperative model.
GTE By The Numbers
The team at GTE FCU managed the credit union through home prices declines and high unemployment.
U.S. Mortgages: Credit Unions Vs. Banks
What does new Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data say about credit union performance?
It’s Time To Take Our Own Advice
New DOL Fiduciary Rule is an opportunity to assess credit unions’ long-term goals for their investment advisors.
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Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Bad actors don’t rest. Credit unions are beefing up cybersecurity with smarter tools, stronger teams, and sharper defenses.
Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 2)
Marc Rapport
Cyber threats never stop. Credit unions share how collaboration, AI, and smarter strategies protect members and institutions.
What’s Scarier Than Ghosts And Goblins?
Aaron Passman
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and CreditUnions.com has the lowdown on assessment tools, AI strategies, the role of collaboration in fighting fraud, and more.
Fighting Fraud Through The Power Of Collaboration
Aaron Passman
A quartet of Northeastern Pennsylvania credit unions came together to share strategies and best practices for combatting check fraud, account takeover, and more.
QUIZ: Are You Smarter Than A Scammer?
Savana Morie
From check fraud to suspicious logins, see how well you can sniff out red flags before they cost members money.
Navigating Loan Servicing Compliance: A Smarter Path For Credit Unions
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions can simplify compliance, reduce risk, and enhance member trust by rethinking loan servicing with outsourced solutions designed to keep pace with evolving regulations.
Eliminate Console Chaos: Smarter Check Fraud Mitigation For Credit Unions
Callahan & Associates
Centralized fraud prevention helps credit unions fight evolving check fraud while streamlining operations and safeguarding members.
Fighting Fraud Requires Smarter Cybersecurity
Marc Rapport
In a post-CAT era, many credit unions are using the tool’s sunsetting as a catalyst to upgrade their cybersecurity posture.
Government Shutdown? Credit Unions Know The Drill.
Aaron Passman
With three full government shutdowns and repeated trips to the precipice in the past 25 years, credit unions have had plenty of opportunity to refine how they approach helping members during work stoppages.
Is Revenge Savings A Fad? Or A Financial Shift?
Andrew Lepczyk
After years of post-pandemic splurges for the well-to-do and inflationary pain for the less well off, more Americans are shifting to a discipline of saving. Here’s what that means for members and how credit unions can turn the trend into opportunity.
For The Bond Market, It’s Been A Good Run