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“Yes, annually.” Were I to ask executives at your credit union if you perform a regular disaster test, I suspect that would be the answer. The question of how this…

When it comes to how he will lead as theacting director of the CFPB, Mick Mulvaneycites a quote from the 19th century French diplomat Alexis de Tocqueville, best known for…

Rarely do new homeowners describe their mortgage origination experience as fast, easy or convenient. That may be changing as consumers grow more comfortable with digital loan practices – and lenders…

In Cornerstone Advisors’ What’s Going On in Banking study, senior executives at financial institutions were asked how “future-ready” business functions within their institutions are. Just 26% of execs said the…

As banks and credit unions continue to attempt wooing the hearts, minds and pocketbooks of consumers, marketers must find increasingly people-friendly ways to achieve this goal. It’s only by growth…

Chances are you’re still trying to make sense of the recent tax law changes. The changes affect nearly all taxpayers and touch a wide variety of taxes- including corporate, estate,…

I love reading anything by Ben Carlson. His blog never seems to disappoint. While it is aimed at investors, I find his thoughts and counsel applicable to nearly everything. Last…

CUNA’s Governmental Affairs Conference was filled with more than 5,000 credit union leaders learning how best to make their voices heard Monday. Informative sessions, keynoters and more are on the…

Several NAFCU-member credit union CEOs met at the White House Monday to discuss industry issues with President Donald Trump. "It was an honor to meet with President Trump, and we…

American consumers need access to cash There are staggering new statistics every day about the personal financial struggles faced by American consumers. Just last month, Bankrate.com reported that “Only 39%…

CEOs, presidents and other executives all create 100-day plans as they embark on a new assignment, or they may devise a hundred-day refresh plan as they move downstream and feel…

Having met with President Trump Monday afternoon, the leaders of the two major credit union trade groups said they are convinced that Trump understands their worries about the regulatory burden…

Most commentary around branch usage relies on research that supports a specific position. Not because the findings of any specific research report are incorrect. In fact, most of the research…

Social media has become the constant force in connecting people across the globe. Individuals, groups, and large corporations from all over the planet are able to stay in constant contact…

Buoyed by on-going economic recovery, low unemployment, increased consumer confidence and possible reduction in regulatory activity, the stage is set for banks to grow in 2018. According to industry reports…

The complex legal and political landscape with respect to marijuana banking continues to shift. At last count, 29 states and the District of Columbia (DC) have legalized medical marijuana. Eight…

As a continuation of our two-part article, Kick Your Company Communication Style Into Overdrive, here are 10 more tips to help you improve your communication skills with coworkers. These 10…

CUNA kicked off its 2018 Governmental Affairs Conference Sunday, and throughout the week several events will be live streamed on CUNA’s Facebook page for those not in attendance. More than…

In another victory for credit unions facing litigation over unclear website requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a federal district court in Virginia found that the plaintiff to…

Did you know that improper data management during a merger can result in up to $275,000 in avoidable costs for your credit union? Even worse, it can cause unnecessary delays…

Regulatory relief for credit unions has been a top advocacy priority for CUNA for several years, but it can be easier said than done. While CUNA has seen several victories…

Working with credit unions to add financial counseling services to your professional portfolio can provide an array of benefits to you, your members and your credit union. You’ll change your…

Citigroup Inc., one of the world’s largest credit-card issuers, said it will refund $335 million to U.S. customers whose annual percentage rate should have been lower. The lender determined that…

Yesterday, CUNA and NAFCU sent aletterto Senator Orrin Hatch responding to the escalating tirade of the Banking Industry against “large” credit unions. I put large in quotes of course because…