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July 19, 2005
SACRAMENTO, Calif. -They say $100 doesn't buy much these days, but First U.S. Community Credit Union is hoping it will buy one new member - and result in about 1,200 new members by the end of the year. The $160-million institution is marketing the three-figure incentive to residents who live...
July 12, 2005
ROCHESTER, N.Y. - Add The Summit Federal Credit Union to the relatively short list of credit unions participating in Fannie Mae's Smart Commute mortgage initiative, a program that encourages the use of public transportation. Fannie Mae currently facilitates the program in nearly 30 metropolitan areas across the country, but has...
July 12, 2005
SAN DIEGO- Inviting local students to gain experience in internship programs is nothing unusual for a credit union. But Mission Federal Credit Union's intern this spring is hardly local, nor does he lack financial services experience. Achim Heyland arrived in San Diego from Munich, Germany, and has been working for...
July 12, 2005
SAN DIEGO - Keeping remote branch staff working together as one cohesive unit is a struggle for many credit unions, especially those with branches located in multiple states and time zones. But that struggle seems like a cakewalk compared to the challenges faced by the $677-million USA Federal Credit Union,...
June 28, 2005
TACOMA, Wash. - While credit unions across the country explore ways to offer payday lending services at more affordable rates than traditional payday lenders, Harborstone Credit Union has been there, done that, and has come to an unexpected conclusion. Two months ago, the $600 million institution discontinued payday loans and...
June 21, 2005
SAN DIEGO - CUNA's Women's Leadership Summit concluded Wednesday, June 15 with a panel that featured four prominent women CU industry leaders discussing industry issues, as well as the challenges women face as leaders. The panel included Mary Martha Fortney, president/CEO of the National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors;...
June 14, 2005
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Assemblywoman Lois Wolk (D-Vacaville), voluntarily moved her elder financial abuse bill, AB 1605, to the Assembly's "inactive" file late the week of May 30. Wolk's bill was similar to SB1018, which passed in the state Senate last month, and requires financial institution employees to act as mandated...
June 07, 2005
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. - It's hard to believe affordable housing is an issue in this small beach city, where you're more likely to be addressed as "Dude" instead of "Sir", or even "Ma'am". Yet Santa Cruz, with a population of only 56,000, is one of the least affordable housing markets...
June 07, 2005
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - It's a simple idea, but more difficult than it sounds. In order to improve the branch experience for your members, change your operational processes first, then build supporting technology around it. SAFE Credit Union did just that, and through its new Better Branches CUSO, the $1.2-billion institution...
May 31, 2005
PASADENA, Calif. - Southern California is known for its car culture. So, it makes sense that Wescom Credit Union and Southland Credit Union would purchase customized PT Cruisers to promote membership. The $3.1 billion, Pasadena-based Wescom was the first to purchase the vehicles, buying three of them in early 2003...
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From Elan Credit Card
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As economic experts scrutinize current data and trends, they predict that the path ahead is likely to have its share of obstacles. This white paper outlines strategies to monitor and navigate various risk factors impacting auto financing to better protect your credit union.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Social media scams, phishing, and telephone-oriented attack delivery are a few of the increasingly sophisticated attack methods by cybercriminals. Learn more about these evolving techniques and how to protect your members.
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Download this white paper and learn how to achieve a consistent user experience, data control, and cost reductions in payments.
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From Alogent
This info brief outlines important considerations and questions your team should take into account when evaluating a digital banking platform.
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From Alogent
Download this white paper and learn how a software development kit (SDK) can help you meet your credit union’s digital banking goals by enabling custom alterations and augmenting an off-the-shelf product to meet specific goals without impacting the base product.
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Download Resource Alogent
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When selecting a digital banking platform, the questions you ask are critical and should tell your story. Many RFPs focus on features, functionality, and price, and although these are important points, consider asking more focused questions that align with your long-term strategy, such as the ones suggested in this white paper.
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Download Resource Mortgage Capital Trading
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Unlock the potential for your credit union members by optimizing your investor set. Learn how to maximize profitability, offer better rates, and enhance your market share.
Download Resource Brightwell
From Brightwell
Discover how Dash Solutions and Brightwell collaborated to revolutionize cross-border payments for rural workers using the Dash mobile app. Read the case study now!
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From Elan Credit Card
Does the value outweigh the risk? Review three key considerations when evaluating whether to invest in growing an internal credit card program or explore an outsourced solution.
Download Resource Upstart
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Download Resource Greenlight
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Download Resource Brightwell
From Brightwell
Explore the intricacies of credit card fraud with this comprehensive article. Learn about the varying types of fraud attacks and scams, their unique challenges, and multi-layered approaches to protect your credit union and members.
Download Resource Alkami
From Alkami
In 2024, the financial industry is clearly facing a radical transformation, and these challenges are altering the landscape as we know it. This playbook explores the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for credit unions and the financial industry. Use it as a guide to gain a competitive edge in this new landscape.
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Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
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Download Resource Upstart
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From Elan Credit Card
Nearly 33% of cardholders increased their credit card spending over the last six months, showing how critical credit cards are in today's economic environment.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
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Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
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From Elan Credit Card
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