If George Bailey were a credit union member
This is the comment George would have written about the Vermont State Employees Credit Union merger proposal with New England FCU. We all remember George Bailey from the holiday film ...
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The right way to balance digital and branch banking
Many financial institutions have simultaneously set goals of becoming “mobile-first” and reducing costs by trimming their branch systems. But there are downsides to such thinking that may not be adequately ...
What’s in a name? A lot, actually.
As any parent will tell you, a baby’s name is important. And the process might be…long, to say the least. The parents make lists, have disagreements and after ...
CFPB director testimony, crypto collapse hearings this week
The House and Senate are in session this week, and the Senate will consider nominations and the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act. Federal government funding is also scheduled to expire ...
OCC flags cybersecurity, UDAAP risks in new report
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) released its semiannual risk report last week, which found that interest rates, cybersecurity, compliance, and loan portfolio performance are among the ...
Let a well-worn couch be a core call to action
My wife and I purchased a new living room set after almost 25 years. It looks great and fits nicely in our living room. However, after a week of sitting ...
What to do if your identity is stolen: Steps to take
Identity theft happens when fraudsters use stolen personal information for their own gain. These thieves may open up new lines of credit, withdraw money from your current accounts or get ...
How credit unions can eliminate greenwashing with data
Across all industries, organizations are responding to consumer and investor concerns about sustainability and emissions standards. In financial services, regulators are even urging institutions to assess climate-related financial risks. In ...