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
Focus Financial Services On Seniors
April 2, 2012
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Credit unions can accommodate their older demographic with reverse mortgages, financial investment services, and elder abuse education.
Any NCUA Board Appointment Is An Opportunity
March 19, 2012
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Credit unions should seek to ensure that the appointment process restores confidence in the political process.
What Does The December NCUSIF Audit Mean For Credit Unions?
February 22, 2012
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NCUSIF’s audited financials can help credit unions evaluate NCUA’s management of the $11 billion in cooperative system’s capital.
The Power of Transparency
February 13, 2012
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Transparency allows for all to take informed action, which is why disclosure is built into the cooperative system.
Commentary On NCUA’s January 26 Proposed Rule on TDRs
January 27, 2012
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A summary of key provisions of the proposed action with commentary on what the rule will mean for credit unions.
The Darkness Spreads Over Credit Union Land: $50B Unaccounted For
December 21, 2011
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There has been no public accounting for the Temporary Corporate Credit Union Stabilization Fund for nearly two years. Where are the voices calling for light?
Email Fraud’s Latest Design
November 22, 2011
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Help your members combat the evolving forms of email fraud by offering them prevention tips.
Is The NCUA Board Helping — Or Hurting — Credit Unions’ Soundness?
September 20, 2010
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NCUA’s 0.124% NCUSIF premium announcement follows this logic: Things are bad because we said so. Therefore, we’re taking this premium action because things are bad.
Lobbying Dos And Don’ts
November 12, 2009
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A legislative staffer outlines the right and wrong ways of working with lawmakers’ offices.
Focus Financial Services On Seniors
Credit unions can accommodate their older demographic with reverse mortgages, financial investment services, and elder abuse education.
Any NCUA Board Appointment Is An Opportunity
Credit unions should seek to ensure that the appointment process restores confidence in the political process.
What Does The December NCUSIF Audit Mean For Credit Unions?
NCUSIF’s audited financials can help credit unions evaluate NCUA’s management of the $11 billion in cooperative system’s capital.
The Power of Transparency
Transparency allows for all to take informed action, which is why disclosure is built into the cooperative system.
Commentary On NCUA’s January 26 Proposed Rule on TDRs
A summary of key provisions of the proposed action with commentary on what the rule will mean for credit unions.
The Darkness Spreads Over Credit Union Land: $50B Unaccounted For
There has been no public accounting for the Temporary Corporate Credit Union Stabilization Fund for nearly two years. Where are the voices calling for light?
Email Fraud’s Latest Design
Help your members combat the evolving forms of email fraud by offering them prevention tips.
Is The NCUA Board Helping — Or Hurting — Credit Unions’ Soundness?
NCUA’s 0.124% NCUSIF premium announcement follows this logic: Things are bad because we said so. Therefore, we’re taking this premium action because things are bad.
Lobbying Dos And Don’ts
A legislative staffer outlines the right and wrong ways of working with lawmakers’ offices.
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People Or Pedigree? Why Not Both!
Savana Morie
PSECU doubles down on culture with an approach to recruitment and training that emphasizes growing talent as well as hiring it.
Credit Human Scores Staff Satisfaction
Aaron Passman
Internal NPS scores and employee experience surveys help the San Antonio cooperative measure worker sentiment.
Banking On Consumer Credit: A Smart Move In Today’s Uncertain Times
Callahan & Associates
Why institutions are turning to personal loans for yield and diversification.
‘Rocky Road’ Ahead? Credit Union CFOs Tweak The Balance Sheet Just In Case.
Aaron Passman
With recession fears on the rise, industry leaders are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.
It’s Not The Fancy Stuff — It’s Bills Paid On Time
Andrew Lepczyk
Americans increasingly value security over showy when it comes to financial happiness.
Interns Inspire Innovation At California Credit Union
Savana Morie
The West Coast cooperative supports local education through a summer internship program, and alumni have left their mark on the credit union’s operations.
What’s In A Name: Chief Delivery Officer
Savana Morie
Need to optimize service delivery and member experience across branches and digital services? Maybe it’s time for a chief delivery officer.
Americans Are Anxious. How Do Credit Unions Respond?
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit unions are leaning into their values and fine-tuning outreach strategies to meet the emotional and financial needs of worried members.
UVA Community Credit Union Tackles Teen Banking
Marc Rapport
The credit union integrates financial education with products tailored to young people to help these members build confidence and independence.
Basic Checking Gets A Competitive Upgrade
Callahan & Associates
Boost loyalty with lifestyle checking accounts that offer perks like telehealth, ID protection, and travel discounts.