Voice devices have become a mainstream utility in most homes, with voice-first engagement becoming more commonplace across technologies. According to the Smart Audio Report from NPR and Edison Research, 21% of Americans now own a [...]
If you’re engaged, it’s probably a good idea to add a prenuptial agreement, commonly known as a prenup, to your wedding planning. Prenups are valuable for all couples, not only those entering marriage [...]
I’ve heard about the benefits of meditation for years, and about seven years ago, I bought a book on how to meditate. It sat on my bookshelf for several more years as I accumulated [...]
There may be a movie someday about Richard Montañez. I wouldn't bet against it. If you've eaten a Flamin' Hot Cheeto, you have him to thank. His story (The Hustle) is the stuff of [...]
Today’s digitally savvy consumers have high expectations, and retail brands are racing to design new ways to meet and exceed those expectations. To win the race, retailers are focused on driving activity and differentiating [...]
CUNA supported two bills marked up Thursday by the House Financial Services Committee, the Homebuyer Assistance Act of 2019 (H.R. 2852) and the Ensuring Diverse Leadership Act of 2019 (H.R. 281). H.R. [...]
A new version of NAFCU's marijuana banking issue brief is now available online, providing credit unions with comprehensive updates on federal legislative efforts and state-level marijuana laws. The brief provides information on the political and [...]
Some credit unions likely breathed a sigh of relief when the upward climb of market rates stalled. Deposit pressures were building, and the cost of funds seemed positioned for a sharp increase. But with almost [...]
In 2004, leaders of New Light Christian Church in Houston asked Harlene Johnson, a former banker who'd recently moved to the city from Louisiana, to lead the formation of a faith-based credit union. She proved [...]
Alan Kaufman, former CEO of the troubled Melrose Credit Union, was indicted by a federal grand jury in New York City, on charges of accepting bribes from a taxi medallion broker who was member of [...]
Consumers rely more and more on devices to make purchases as commerce is increasingly shifting online. The need to offer an easy and safer online way to pay is more important than ever. Savvy merchants [...]
As you may have seen, last month was the beginning of hurricane season and with that, the Foundation focused on memorable moments in CUAid history. What is CUAid? CUAid is a national online disaster relief [...]
Millennials get a bad rep just about everywhere. If you’re a Millennial on your credit union or bank’s leadership team, then you’re well aware of the uphill battle you fought to get [...]
For the past several years, Corning Credit Union($1.5B, Corning, NY) has been thinking about its future. In particular, the credit union has been working on a digital strategic plan to better serve members [...]
While the business lending market is steadily growing, so is the competition for market share. With little room to differentiate products based on interest rates, according to this article, an increasing number of financial institutions [...]
