Since the nationwide implementation of social distancing measures put in place to help slow the spread of the coronavirus, many companies have shifted to operating a remote workforce. Since mid-February, Forbes reports that almost half [...]
Apart from a credit union’s members, the member data it stores in multiple systems and databases represent its next most valuable asset. But some credit unions may struggle to successfully find, manage and leverage [...]
Having “stuff” is awesome, but life can be amazing even when it’s simple. Eating at home more will definitely help you save a wad of cash, and I’m sure we’re all realizing [...]
A few years ago, I attended NAFCU’s Risk Management Seminar. At the time, a speaker posed an excellent question. What is the biggest risk you see looming for credit unions? One of the panelists [...]
I’m writing this article from my walk-in closet in the midst of the second month of being at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Right now, it’s the quietest place in my house as [...]
As a mortgage and financial technology provider for credit unions, our team has never encountered a challenge as all-encompassing as COVID-19 and its impact on lending. COVID-19 is rapidly changing the way we work with [...]
Candidates backed by America's credit unions saw primary election victories in competitive races across Wisconsin and Nebraska during Tuesday’s elections. State Sen. Tom Tiffany (R) won 58% of the vote in the state’s [...]
House Democrats Tuesday unveiled their Phase 4 coronavirus relief package – the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act – which includes several amendments to provisions of the CARES Act related to mortgage forbearances. As [...]
Working from home has its perks—no commute, more family time and (possibly) fewer distractions. But it can also be difficult to lead a team that you don’t see in the office every day. [...]
We’ve all seen Jaws and other shark movies. A group of swimmers are enjoying a day at the beach, swimming in the ocean, blissfully unaware of the danger lurking below. The trailers for these [...]
As companies grapple with how to maintain their culture while supporting their employees (many of whom are now working remotely) during COVID-19, now may be the right time to consider establishing a Diversity, Equity and [...]
“How do you know if you’re making the right move?” That was the question Yvon Chouinard was asked several years ago at a conference. His response: “It’s a lot of gut instinct. If [...]
Since COVID-19 forced Tucson Federal Credit Union($489.2M, Tucson, AZ) to shut its lobbies, the credit union has recorded a sharp jump in remote deposit capture and ITM usage. Now, the Grand Canyon State [...]
Hopefully you’re staying in touch with friends and family, as well as your coworkers during this COVID-19 crisis. If you live alone, the last couple of months have probably felt like an eternity. And [...]
When it comes to supporting the latest payment forms on behalf of members, credit unions have several new options – each of which comes with its own set of challenges. Decades-old technology like checks, wire transfers [...]
