A Cash Cow 7 Years In The Making
April 26, 2016
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A review of NCUSIF audits show a rebuff of reality that marks seven years of building budgets while thwarting the fund’s intent to sustain and nurture.
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All Cards are Not Created Equal
April 22, 2016
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APL FCU in Maryland leveraged the CARD Act to teach their members about responsible credit card practices. They’ve seen new outstanding card balances triple from the year prior.
“PR Jujitsu”: BMI FCU takes on the Banks and the CARD Act
April 19, 2016
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As Consumers Rebel, Credit Unions Can Benefit
April 19, 2016
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Negative headlines about financial institutions are commonplace in our current national climate, but one issue in particular has risen above the din in the last few months.
Year-End Data Shows RBC Tackles Phantom Foe
April 15, 2016
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NCUA chair Debbie Matz leaves the board as the movement prepares to live with burdensome new capitalization standards that data show nearly no credit unions currently run afoul of.
CECL Challenges And Opportunities
April 14, 2016
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The new accounting standard from FASB presents challenges and opportunities to credit unions and CUSOs.
A Time For CUSOs
April 13, 2016
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NACUSO conference points up innovative opportunities, regulatory challenges for collaborative entrepreneurship in the credit union model.
Leverage Leagues To Meet Compliance Needs
April 8, 2016
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The Ohio Credit Union League offers resources such as discussion groups and file-sharing libraries to ease the burden of complicated regulations.
Evaluate Politicians In Races To Watch
April 7, 2016
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Credit unions have come a long way with their political advocacy, but in many races there’s a need for even more.
3 Takeaways From The 2016 Callahan TRID Survey
April 4, 2016
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Has TRID caused delays in credit union mortgage closings? If so, why? Find out what more than 200 credit union leaders report.
All Cards are Not Created Equal
APL FCU in Maryland leveraged the CARD Act to teach their members about responsible credit card practices. They’ve seen new outstanding card balances triple from ...
As Consumers Rebel, Credit Unions Can Benefit
Negative headlines about financial institutions are commonplace in our current national climate, but one issue in particular has risen above the din in the last ...
Year-End Data Shows RBC Tackles Phantom Foe
NCUA chair Debbie Matz leaves the board as the movement prepares to live with burdensome new capitalization standards that data show nearly no credit unions ...
CECL Challenges And Opportunities
The new accounting standard from FASB presents challenges and opportunities to credit unions and CUSOs.
A Time For CUSOs
NACUSO conference points up innovative opportunities, regulatory challenges for collaborative entrepreneurship in the credit union model.
Leverage Leagues To Meet Compliance Needs
The Ohio Credit Union League offers resources such as discussion groups and file-sharing libraries to ease the burden of complicated regulations.
Evaluate Politicians In Races To Watch
Credit unions have come a long way with their political advocacy, but in many races there’s a need for even more.
3 Takeaways From The 2016 Callahan TRID Survey
Has TRID caused delays in credit union mortgage closings? If so, why? Find out what more than 200 credit union leaders report.
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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.
A Cash Cow 7 Years In The Making