CECL: A Half-Baked Cake
One year after implementation, there’s still work to be done when it comes to new rules around expected credit losses.
Risk/Compliance
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Top Risk/Compliance Articles
Everyone’s A Risk Manager At Logix FCU
For the past decade, the credit union’s head risk leader has been evangelizing the idea that everyone must be a risk manager to ensure the
5 Lessons For Credit Unions From Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse
The crisis is still unfolding, but the latest high-profile bank failure has plenty of takeaways for credit unions around asset management, net worth, communication, and
Topple Biometric Barriers
April 1, 2015
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Service Credit Union demonstrates the value of enhanced authentication and explains how to make biometric measures work for your institution.
How To Respond When Words Aren’t Enough
April 1, 2015
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These credit union-ready memes offer a quick way to share a memorable comment via social media.
The Skinny On Skimmers
March 31, 2015
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As a way to get rich quick, fraudsters are using payment card skimming devices to target the financial services industry.
RBC2: It Ain’t Over Yet
March 31, 2015
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NCUA will assume it’s all peachy-keen unless the agency hears from credit unions.
NCUSIF 2014 Audit Documents Significant Management Gaps
March 30, 2015
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The annual performance of the share insurance fund is a real-world test of NCUA’s ability to identify future risk, document potential shortfalls, and accurately manage uncertainties.
New Mobile Apps Reveal The Many Faces Of Biometric Authentication
March 30, 2015
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There’s definitely a cool factor involved in new technology; however, the fundamental goal is protecting members’ assets, identities, and data.
2 Ways To Combat Internal Fraud
March 30, 2015
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Credit unions have preventive and detective measures to control fraud.
RBC2: Once More, With Feeling
March 30, 2015
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Already commented once? Do it again. Haven’t yet? Now’s the time.
RBC And Some Inconvenient Truths
March 27, 2015
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Current comment period should be just the beginning of constant contact with those who rule our world.
Speak Up Either Way On RBC
March 27, 2015
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Yay or nay, the cooperative system needs your participation on matters of such consequence.
Topple Biometric Barriers
Service Credit Union demonstrates the value of enhanced authentication and explains how to make biometric measures work for your institution.
How To Respond When Words Aren’t Enough
These credit union-ready memes offer a quick way to share a memorable comment via social media.
The Skinny On Skimmers
As a way to get rich quick, fraudsters are using payment card skimming devices to target the financial services industry.
NCUSIF 2014 Audit Documents Significant Management Gaps
The annual performance of the share insurance fund is a real-world test of NCUA’s ability to identify future risk, document potential shortfalls, and accurately manage ...
New Mobile Apps Reveal The Many Faces Of Biometric Authentication
There’s definitely a cool factor involved in new technology; however, the fundamental goal is protecting members’ assets, identities, and data.
2 Ways To Combat Internal Fraud
Credit unions have preventive and detective measures to control fraud.
RBC2: Once More, With Feeling
Already commented once? Do it again. Haven't yet? Now's the time.
RBC And Some Inconvenient Truths
Current comment period should be just the beginning of constant contact with those who rule our world.
Speak Up Either Way On RBC
Yay or nay, the cooperative system needs your participation on matters of such consequence.
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What’s In A Name: Vice President Of Retail Quality Control And Projects
Marc Rapport
Stephanie Sides straddles daily branch operations and strategic management to ensure retail quality at Texas Trust.
Universal Tellers Take Credit Unions Beyond Basic Banking
Marc Rapport
Branching experts share the pros and cons behind ditching the traditional teller role in favor of a new staffing model.
Traditional Tellers Offer Tried-And-True Benefits
Marc Rapport
Evolving technology and alternative staffing models offer greater flexibility and efficiencies, but the conventional service model remains a mainstay at many credit unions.
Redwood Credit Union Serves Up More Than Financial Services
Savana Morie
The California cooperative has partnered with a catering company to open a café in its two headquarters buildings, offering fresh, affordable food to the public.
More Branches, But Smaller And Smarter
Aaron Passman
Cooperatives are expanding branch networks as banks of all sizes pull back from brick-and-mortar.
UFCU’s Mobile Branch Drives Financial Sense In Underserved Communities
Savana Morie
The Texas credit union is extending financial services and resources to geographical areas with limited or no banking presence.
Loan Trends In 2Q24
Andrew Lepczyk
Fluctuating loan demand upset credit union lending pipelines and balance sheets in the first half of the year. How significant were these impacts?
Macroeconomic Indicators In 2Q24
Andrew Lepczyk
Six data points showcase what’s happening in the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
As Indirect Lending Falls, So Goes Auto Market Share
Sherry Virden
Credit unions have made the choice to back away from indirect auto lending, but that has come with a substantial opportunity cost.
Better Rates And Service Mean Extra Costs For Credit Unions
Trace Jerrett
Credit unions leverage their member-first mission to better serve all members, even those of modest means, making cooperatives especially valuable in challenging economic times.
RBC2: It Ain’t Over Yet