How does compound interest work?
Some people like to refer to the principle of compound interest as magical – and while it's not magical, it is a pretty cool mathematical principle. Because the potential effect on your savings can be so [...]
Securian Financial Group News Archives
Don’t leave member protection behind while moving digital lending forward
Online banking services continue to grow in popularity and demand. However, it’s important to take a closer look at the full value of the branch experience – and make sure important features and options are [...]
Mind the GAP and help your members avoid financial hardship
Even the most cautious driver can get into an accident that causes financial hardship. Guaranteed asset protection (GAP) coverage can provide your members with peace of mind and financial security. What is guaranteed asset protection ([...]
3 strategies to consider when onboarding millennial members
You may be thinking there’s no time to consider your credit union’s onboarding strategy right now. While it’s essential to take care of urgent member needs today, it’s still important to [...]
Special retirement considerations for women
Many of us imagine spending our golden years making memories with our loved ones. For some, that might include traveling to bucket-list destinations with family, going to midweek matinees with friends, or making frequent trips [...]
How to strike the right note and help business owners now
Credit unions are eager to provide the SBA’s new Paycheck Protection Program loans to qualified business owners. As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Securities (CARES) Act, the program is meant to [...]
How to help members ease financial strain
Credit unions are in a great position to help members prepare for the unexpected and ease financial strain. Talking to members about a consumer loan? Don’t forget the important role your credit protection programs [...]
How to keep your perspective on the market
Basics of the market Created in 1792 on Wall Street, the first major U.S. stock exchange was the New York Stock & Exchange Board (now known as the New York Stock Exchange). A stock [...]
Custom forms can infuse new life into lending and credit protection programs
Credit unions continue to enjoy strong lending growth year over year. For most, loan portfolios and lending solutions have continued to expand including offering a variety of loan types to meet member needs. Auto loans [...]
Are you taking advantage of Reg Z’s safe harbor credit card penalty fees?
It’s the start of a new year, which means the CFPB’s latest safe harbor credit card penalty fee amounts under Regulation Z, section 1026.52(b), became effective January 1, 2020. This section [...]
Young families: Considerations for staying at home versus working
That new bundle of joy – who is sure to enrich your life – also comes with a very hefty price tag. New parents have many financial decisions to make right from the start. One thing to [...]
Year-end financial checklist: 9 personal finance tips for 2020
And your financial health is a big part of the picture. As the calendar flips to the new year, here are some things to check off your financial wellness list before year-end. Review or update [...]
8 ways to give back during the holidays
And giving as a family can be especially rewarding during the holiday season — when the spirit of community and generosity is in the air. So whether giving back is already a family tradition or you [...]
Taking the financial pulse of your members
When a member walks into a branch to discuss lending solutions, do you take their financial pulse? You should. Overall, Americans are faring better financially now than they were five years ago. However, for many [...]
Getting over the fear of spending down in retirement
Today more people are living longer – and the likelihood of living even longer increases for those who make it to retirement age. Here’s a look at how longevity plays a factor in retirement spending. [...]