Your credit score is calculated based off the information in your credit report. To create your credit score, the information is broken down into different categories or factors. These factors may be weighed differently based [...]
It’s been said again and again that search engine optimization isn’t a race; it’s a marathon. It works as a metaphor to set expectations that content work takes time and effort. It [...]
There’s nothing like coming home in the dark because you forgot to turn on your outside lights. Automated lighting can help you solve that problem (and save money). Here are three reasons you should [...]
It feels like we're constantly hearing about yet another data breach involving a financial institution's third-party provider. There's the statement-printing vendor responsible for leaking the personal information of 100,000 credit union members. Or the [...]
There’s no getting around it—the past few years have been stressful. This month marks the third year since COVID-19 completely disrupted our realities. The anticipated “new normal” never began and was instead replaced [...]
The CUNA CEO Council announced three new credit union CEOs to the 2023-24 CUNA CEO Council’s Executive Committee. Genisys Credit Union President/CEO Jackie Buchanan is the new chair of the group, replacing the [...]
A new article from Pew Charitable Trusts examined trends in credit union lending trends and found that credit unions issued $846 million in loans through the NCUA’s Payday Alternative Loan (PAL) program in 2022, [...]
Interviews are one of the best ways to get to know a candidate before they join your credit union team. But let’s face it—interviewing really isn’t fun for either side of the [...]
The credit union movement is celebrating National Credit Union Youth Month throughout April. The theme of 2023's Youth Month is "Unleash the Power of Saving at Your Credit Union™" “Youth Month presents an opportunity to [...]
When it comes to preventing card fraud, issuers need all the help they can get. Fortunately, credit unions have access to a variety of tools, resources and expertise in their fight against fraudsters’ ever-changing tactics, [...]
Fintechs came onto the scene over a decade ago, and ever since digital transformation and optimization have been buzz words in the banking industry. The emphasis on digital transformation picked up speed after the financial [...]
Financial institutions that are digitally mature are better able to leverage data, analytics, digital channels and technology to drive business growth, improve customer experience and satisfaction, and achieve competitive advantage. But many are not as [...]
You’ve done your due diligence. Your credit union leadership has interviewed, researched, and consulted on your top options for a service provider to meet your needs. You made your pick, and it all went [...]
Credit unions have been leaders in consumer trust for decades, earning a reputation as safe, reliable partners for generations of members. To maintain that high level of consumer trust, credit unions must ensure their technology [...]
I recently visited Manchester, United Kingdom where I had the opportunity to be part of the Association of British Credit Unions (ABCUL) annual general meeting and re-launch the GWLN UK Sister Society. The event was [...]
