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
2024 Vendor Showcase
January 22, 2024
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Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
Best Of 2023: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
December 26, 2023
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From liquidity challenges to slowdowns in lending, new regulations and more, credit unions embraced uncertainty this year.
Better Core, Better Future
December 4, 2023
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After more than four decades on the same system, Yolo FCU levels up to accommodate a massive field-of-membership expansion.
Technology Modernization: Putting People First To Find The Way Forward
December 4, 2023
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When evaluating a modern technology stack, credit unions must consider four strategic factors.
A Safe Place For Members With Dementia
November 6, 2023
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A new designation is helping Landings Credit Union better serve a population projected to grow in coming years.
The Canary In The Coal Mine: Does Collateral Protection Insurance Cause Defaults — Or Prevent Them?
October 30, 2023
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Worried the CPI on a borrower’s loan might increase the likelihood of default? Good news – it’s actually an opportunity to protect your member.
7 Tips To Straighten Out Vendor Management
October 23, 2023
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My Community Credit Union saved $2 million by renegotiating its contracts. Now it shares how other credit unions can do the same.
Cybersecurity Considerations For The AI Age
October 2, 2023
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The rise of AI-powered technology continues to transform how credit unions should protect their data, innovate their solutions, and fortify their defenses against evolving fraud threats.
Data Breaches Are More Expensive … And The Costs Are Growing
October 2, 2023
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A new study from IBM Security finds data breaches are costing more to handle while identifying and containing them isn’t getting any faster.
Equity In Lending Takes Center Stage For 2 Credit Unions
September 25, 2023
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A pilot program aims to increase access to credit for people of color by bringing together multiple lenders to share data and practices as well as explore new underwriting practices.
2024 Vendor Showcase
Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
Best Of 2023: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
From liquidity challenges to slowdowns in lending, new regulations and more, credit unions embraced uncertainty this year.
Better Core, Better Future
After more than four decades on the same system, Yolo FCU levels up to accommodate a massive field-of-membership expansion.
Technology Modernization: Putting People First To Find The Way Forward
When evaluating a modern technology stack, credit unions must consider four strategic factors.
A Safe Place For Members With Dementia
A new designation is helping Landings Credit Union better serve a population projected to grow in coming years.
The Canary In The Coal Mine: Does Collateral Protection Insurance Cause Defaults — Or Prevent Them?
Worried the CPI on a borrower’s loan might increase the likelihood of default? Good news – it’s actually an opportunity to protect your member.
7 Tips To Straighten Out Vendor Management
My Community Credit Union saved $2 million by renegotiating its contracts. Now it shares how other credit unions can do the same.
Cybersecurity Considerations For The AI Age
The rise of AI-powered technology continues to transform how credit unions should protect their data, innovate their solutions, and fortify their defenses against evolving fraud ...
Data Breaches Are More Expensive … And The Costs Are Growing
A new study from IBM Security finds data breaches are costing more to handle while identifying and containing them isn’t getting any faster.
Equity In Lending Takes Center Stage For 2 Credit Unions
A pilot program aims to increase access to credit for people of color by bringing together multiple lenders to share data and practices as well ...
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Stocking Every Aisle With Financial Opportunity
Callahan & Associates
Publix Employees FCU turns everyday moments into lasting financial impact. Through on-site support and a vibrant wellness program, the credit union is building trust, offering guidance, and forging financial confidence one associate at a time.
Insights From The Outside: Nick Riegal
Savana Morie
Ascend FCU’s senior vice president of marketing reflects on his entrance into the industry a year ago and what he’s looking forward to accomplishing in the next.
U.S. Consumers Present A Mixed Bag Of Future Financial Sentiment
Aaron Passman
Recent studies reveal a slight uptick in optimism, but a growing share of Americans expect their finances to worsen during the next year.
Financial Wellbeing Isn’t What You Think It Is
Chris Howard
Financial wellbeing isn’t about budgets or education; it’s about trust, confidence, and a sense of control.
How A Financial Wellbeing Strategy Offers Less Stress And More Success
Savana Morie
Affinity Federal Credit Union redefines financial success by focusing on emotional confidence, community impact, and member trust.
It’s Not A Core Conversion, It’s A Systems Upgrade
Aaron Passman
From bonuses to candy budgets, Credit Union 1 and Purdue FCU offer tips to successfully manage one of financial services’ biggest hurdles.
Scale Your Commercial Lending Portfolio
Financial Institution Technologies, Inc. dba Suntell
Flexible, technology-driven solutions help credit unions scale their commercial lending portfolios and address staffing, efficiency, and regulatory challenges.
What’s In A Name: Chief Product Officer
Savana Morie
Bay FCU’s Brooke Morley improves communication and collaboration across departments to offer members the products they want and need.
How A Credit Union Foundation Builds Equity And Access
Savana Morie
Park Community Credit Union Foundation reimagines local philanthropy through transparent practices, grassroots partnerships, and trust-based giving.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.