This post summarizes information provided by FinCEN on June 15, 2022. To read its complete advisory, visit Elderly Financial Exploitation Advisory (fincen.gov). In support of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, FinCEN issued an advisory [...]
The Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and will run through November 30, 2022. Weather forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) Climate Prediction Center expect 2022 to be the seventh [...]
Saying they were caught by surprise, credit union and other financial services trade groups are asking the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to extend the period for public comment on credit card late fees. “Part [...]
What do my best practice credit union clients all have in common? By best practice, I mean my clients who are consistently hitting their growth goals and have exceptional cultures where people WANT to work, [...]
That was the topic of debate at the Southeast Regional CU School (SRCUS) last week. I am fortunate to teach all three years at the University of Georgia, but this is the first year my [...]
The economic picture in America is looking bleak and your members may be feeling the financial strain of living through an economic downturn. The $20 it took to fill up their cars at the gas [...]
Among credit unions looking to expand their positive impact on the community, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices are gaining traction. The practices make a lot of sense for financial cooperatives, given their collective people-helping-people [...]
What would you do if your CEO was hit by a bus today? Who would take over? Would service to members be disrupted? Does your credit union have a Plan B? Answer: Yes--if your credit [...]
Credit unions designated as Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) have until August 23 to apply for grants under the CDFI Fund’s Equitable Recovery Program. The CDFI Fund is making $1.73 billion available to [...]
NAFCU Friday sent members a Regulatory Alert regarding the CFPB’s request for information (RFI) soliciting comment on how consumers can assert the right to obtain timely responses to requests for information about their accounts [...]
Hybrid work arrangements, the need for collaboration, and a member-centric focus are contributing to a renewed focus on emotional intelligence, says CU Solutions Group’s Dr. Brandi Stankovic. In this interview, Stankovic defines emotional intelligence, [...]
In my last post on this topic, I shared some of the survey results and insights on the evolving homeownership journey that Blend delivered in their last webinar. With all the recent shifts in the [...]
In a rut? Here are 13 ideas to help make the most of your summer... You’re ready to take advantage of the warm summer months that feel like freedom — especially after the challenging couple [...]
Today, there's a subscription for everything. Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime and other streaming services. Pet food and meds. Cosmetics. Meal kits. Music streaming. You name it, there's a subscription for it. It's getting so popular [...]
According to our Q3 2022 Consumer Pulse, rising interest rates is one of the top five concerns for Americans in 2022. It’s understandable — a rise in interest rates can impact numerous parts of your [...]
