Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 1)
Bad actors don’t rest. Credit unions are beefing up cybersecurity with smarter tools, stronger teams, and sharper defenses.
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QUIZ: Are You Smarter Than A Scammer?
From check fraud to suspicious logins, see how well you can sniff out red flags before they cost members money.
Michigan Legacy Takes A Scientific Approach To Spotting Elder Financial Abuse
A partnership with the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University has helped the credit union reduce reports of elder fraud by as much as
CFPB Cuts To The Core On Overdraft Fees
May 28, 2015
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After big fine on big bank, bureau’s blanket probe of credit union core processor NSF settings raises eyebrows and call for self-examination.
The Credit Union Dictionary For The Reformed Banker
May 21, 2015
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Eight differences between bank and credit union vocabulary to prepare former bankers for their first couple of weeks of credit union employment.
Recent Lawsuits: What Credit Unions Need To Know
May 18, 2015
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These four lawsuits can provide valuable lessons to the industry.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2015
May 13, 2015
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First quarter performance data showcases current and future areas of growth for credit unions, including first mortgages and share accounts.
Are You Living Under A Rock?
May 7, 2015
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TILA/RESPA integrated disclosure is so much more than a disclosure regulation. Many believe it will be a bigger deal than the Qualified Mortgage rule from January 2014.
How Back-End Cooperation Will Help 6 Credit Unions Cut Compliance Costs By $200K
May 5, 2015
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Six small credit unions have projected more than $200,000 in compliance costs savings over the next two years with their new CUSO — and they say that’s just the beginning.
It’s Better To Be Real Than Perfect
May 5, 2015
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Presenters at the Financial Brand Forum explain why sharing shortfalls is just as important as touting strengths.
20 Security Controls To Combat Cyber-Crime
May 4, 2015
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Critical security controls from Center for Internet Security can help credit unions better protect member data.
Risk Management For The Modern Credit Union
May 4, 2015
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Credit unions reeling after the regulatory tsunami and uncertainty in the interest rate market might find comfort in the data, advice, and best practices featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Enterprise Risk Overview Shows Progress, Way Forward
May 4, 2015
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Your risk management processes may be fine today, but are they sufficient to lead you tomorrow?
CFPB Cuts To The Core On Overdraft Fees
After big fine on big bank, bureau’s blanket probe of credit union core processor NSF settings raises eyebrows and call for self-examination.
The Credit Union Dictionary For The Reformed Banker
Eight differences between bank and credit union vocabulary to prepare former bankers for their first couple of weeks of credit union employment.
Recent Lawsuits: What Credit Unions Need To Know
These four lawsuits can provide valuable lessons to the industry.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2015
First quarter performance data showcases current and future areas of growth for credit unions, including first mortgages and share accounts.
How Back-End Cooperation Will Help 6 Credit Unions Cut Compliance Costs By $200K
Six small credit unions have projected more than $200,000 in compliance costs savings over the next two years with their new CUSO — and they ...
It’s Better To Be Real Than Perfect
Presenters at the Financial Brand Forum explain why sharing shortfalls is just as important as touting strengths.
20 Security Controls To Combat Cyber-Crime
Critical security controls from Center for Internet Security can help credit unions better protect member data.
Risk Management For The Modern Credit Union
Credit unions reeling after the regulatory tsunami and uncertainty in the interest rate market might find comfort in the data, advice, and best practices featured ...
Enterprise Risk Overview Shows Progress, Way Forward
Your risk management processes may be fine today, but are they sufficient to lead you tomorrow?
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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.
Are You Living Under A Rock?