Retirement can include many changes, including moving to a new home. Senior living communities are growing in popularity among those in their golden years. Within a span of 50 years, it’s predicted that the [...]
You’re squarely in the middle of a really busy season! I know what you’re thinking: when is it not a busy season in your industry? For many credit unions and community banks, the [...]
Happy National Chocolate Cupcake Day! Go ahead and indulge in one of life’s greatest desserts. In fact, grab a cupcake or your favorite treat, something to drink (a cup of coffee as I like) [...]
In the diverse landscape of financial institutions, credit unions hold a distinct place, characterized by a member-centric approach that prioritizes relationships over mere transactions. This unique approach requires training programs specially designed to capture the [...]
Now is the perfect time for community financial institutions to grow revenue from their credit card programs. Over the last year, low unemployment and high consumer confidence have driven increased spending and credit card usage. [...]
I love October. Especially in the Midwest, the fall blue skies shine boldly and hint at the chill in the air as summer fades. Joy emanates with the celebration of fall festivals, the creativity of [...]
Community Development Financial Institution-certified credit unions are key to achieving the mission of the CDFI movement, CUNA wrote to the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee Tuesday. The committee conducted a hearing on how [...]
A group of Senate Republicans, led by Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Tim Scott, R-S.C., sent a letter to Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Sandra Thompson over the weekend raising concerns about the [...]
In the ever-competitive landscape of indirect lending, credit unions are constantly seeking ways to enhance their operational efficiency, improve member satisfaction and solidify their position as reliable auto financing sources. To achieve these goals, credit [...]
On the surface, the differences between running a bank and running a credit union seem very similar. However, for the Board of Directors to select the right executive to lead a credit union, it must [...]
If you’re worried about being scammed, it’s not because you’re paranoid. Scammers are the zombie apocalypse of the financial world. They’re relentless, they seem to be everywhere, and even if you [...]
Overall, the financial sector appears well positioned for an economic downturn. Arguably, the predicted recession has been one of the most forecasted in economic history. As such, financial institutions have had plenty of time to [...]
What credit unions have known all along federal regulation may now agree: For too many years, medical debt and collections have weighed heavy on consumers and members credit scores. Due to the rising price of [...]
Equip your entire team with the knowledge necessary to thrive. NAFCU’s Online Training isn’t just knowledge; it’s a strategic investment in your credit union's future. After all, in the dynamic world of [...]
Between the on-again, off-again recession, inflation, increasing fraud, rising interest rates, student loans coming due for the first time since the pandemic, worldwide disasters driving up prices like gas and groceries — it has been a [...]
