Student loans have undergone quite a few changes over the last few years. Backtracked statements and moving rollout dates have only made the headlines more confusing. As a borrower, though,…
This week, hundreds of credit union leaders joined NAFCU staff in Washington, D.C. for our annual Congressional Caucus. It was great to be together in-person for this event and to…
In early January, Melanie Vest was scrolling through the local news on her phone when she came across an item she just had to share right away. The company with…
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced additional opportunities for ongoing public engagement to facilitate the transition to updated credit score models and credit report requirements for loans acquired by…
During Congressional Caucus Wednesday, NAFCU Senior Counsel for Research and Policy Andrew Morris moderated a panel discussion on the FedNow Service with key stakeholders who shared their perspective on the…
Now is the time for financial institutions to prioritize leveraging technology focused on the financial health of their account holders. Two recent surveys, highlighted below, found a gap between what…
As financial institutions continue to evaluate AI underwriting solutions to incorporate into their lending strategies, recognizingthe distinction between vendors and true partners in innovationis more important than ever. While a…
The debt-limit deal struck by the White House and congressional Republicans says the pause on student loan payments will expire no later than Aug. 30. This decision may have had…
The rise in cybercrimes and attacks has reached an alarming rate, putting organizations at risk of losing sensitive information and digital assets. The need to remain protected against these threats…
To begin the second day of NAFCU’s Congressional Caucus, CUNA President/CEO Jim Nussle – who will lead the proposed America’s Credit Unions – joined NAFCU Senior Vice President of Government…
NCUA Chairman Todd Harper and Board Member Rodney Hood addressed credit unions on the second day of NAFCU’s Congressional Caucus to share details on the NCUA’s efforts to bolster financial…
Marketing is a necessity, and it requires a place in the budget. It also requires a lot of time and energy. Even if you devote the right amount of monetary…
Is the traditional lending model under threat? Today’s guest believes we’re entering a “New World Banking Order,” a change of such great magnitude, that only the banks and credit unions…
In May 2023, BAI-hosted a panel discussion where Reed Luhanten, Executive Director at the U.S. Faster Payments Council (FPC), Keith Gray, Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at The Clearing House, and…
"You're not a perfectionist. You're insecure about how your best effort will be received." After a summer break, Bo is running solo to share one of his recent leadership struggles…
NAFCU President and CEO Dan Berger and CUNA President and CEO Jim Nussle welcomed hundreds of credit union leaders to Washington, D.C., Monday morning to kick offNAFCU’s 2023 Congressional Caucus.…
Leaders of The G20 agreed Sept. 9 to ajoint declarationthat embraces a proportional approach to the newly finalized standards on sustainability and climate-related disclosures published by the International Sustainability Standards…
It's here: in September,student loan repayments are set to resumeafter a long pause that was brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. So much time has passed that many people…
Quick question: if a scammer was trying to pull off a con on two groups of people, one aged 13-21, and one aged 55+, which group would be more likely…
Credit unions are finding a lot to like in a zero-percent loan product developed by a Colorado nonprofit called the Community Impact Fund. More than half a dozen credit unions…
Credit unions and community banks play a vital role in supporting your communities financially. To ensure you can fulfill this mission effectively, investing in frontline training is essential. Training equips…
Try, try, try again. You’re working your credit union’s strategic plan; you’re spending money marketing, but nothing seems to generate the growth you’re looking for at your credit union. Why?…
The financial industry has witnessed a transformation with embedded insurance. This new digital approach seamlessly integrates insurance coverage into various consumer touch points. Embedded insurance has emerged as a game-changer…
CUNAwroteto Congressional leaders Monday calling for an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) before it lapses Oct. 1. Funds for NFIP--and for the federal government-- are set to…