Silver State Schools Cuts Losses, Gets New Cash Infusion From Insurer Jan 27

Silver State Schools Credit Union continued to lose money in the fourth quarter but less than before, and the Las Vegas credit union got a...

Three-Way CU Merger Moves Ahead in Columbus Jan 27

An unusual three-way merger in Columbus, Ohio is taking shape as the three credit unions, Western CU, Powerco and Members First, form a $170 million...

Montana First ‘Not Giving Up’ on Merger Bid Jan 27

The chairman of the $63 million Montana First Credit Union, whose members three weeks ago shot down a merger bid from an out-of-state suitor, said...

AEA FCU Receives $20 Million Subordinated Note Jan 27

According to its latest NCUA Call Report data, AEA Federal Credit Union has received a $20 million subordinated note.

Small Missouri CU Offers Micro Loans with Mentor’s Help Jan 27

Choices Federal Credit Union was nervous but interested about offering a microenterprise loan program at the suggestion of a local foundation.

TDR Rule Draws Praise from Trades, Explanation from Matz Jan 27

The NCUA achieved a rare feat this week when it released its proposed rule on troubled debt restructuring: favorable reviews from two of its most...

Dual Examinations in N.C. Prompt Special League Meeting Jan 27

League said it plans to have a special meeting next week to discuss how to “protect our credit unions” after NCUA decision to require dual...

House Judiciary Panel to Scrutinize Cordray Appointment Jan 27

The hearing will take place the day after Valentine’s Day, but there probably won’t be any candy and flowers for the witnesses.

Durbin Amendment Helped, not Hurt, Banks: Javelin Survey Says Consumers Believe Jan 27

The furor over debit card fees left many consumers with the impression that banks benefited from the change in interchange regulations, a new study shows.

Denali Alaskan FCU Pleased with Developer Indictment Jan 27

The recent indictment of a real estate developer that allegedly obtained loans under false circumstances has brought Denali Alaskan Federal Credit Union some relief.

Carla Decker's nomination to the NCUA Board remains highly unresolved. Check out this article from next week's print edition of Credit Union Times.

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