Securing longer-term deposits with IRAs

As credit unions continue to seek ways to increase their member count and make capital available to those members, they often overlook a key source of longer-term deposits: IRAs. By taking a generational approach to the opportunities that IRAs provide, credit unions can expand their deposit base.

Millennial Approach

Millennials are good savers and are looking for financial services that they trust and that serve a worthwhile purpose. Credit unions can attract these younger savers by making educational modules about saving with an IRA available on their websites, as well as other outlets, like YouTube. And while millennials are likely to establish an account online, they are just as likely to visit a credit union branch directly, if inclined to do so. Credit unions should have a strong online new account set-up process, but also be prepared for in-person visits.

 

continue reading »