This year, more than $15 billion will be sent (or "remitted") by persons in the United States to their families and friends outside of the U.S. in countries such as Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Typically, persons who make up the large and growing immigrant populations in the...
A statement being heard more frequently as credit unions become more complex to operate, is that the most important decision a credit union board of directors will ever be called upon to make will be the hiring of a CEO. Some add, or the firing of the CEO. For years...
Banking industry lobbyists are attempting to do their part to help budget-strapped state governments cut massive deficits. Like doing their best to get state-chartered credit unions to pony up new tax monies. Banking trade groups even have created a national coordinating committee to share strategies on how to get more...
The Credit Union Times Web site just got more visitor friendly. And more functionality improvements are on the way. Every news item that appears on our Web site now carries an e-mail address at the bottom. This not only tells site visitors who wrote the story, but more important, makes...
Ten years after the first one was created, CUNA's councils, now six in number and with more a possibility, are starting to attract a lot more attention. As CUNA Council Forum Chairman Gayle Rust Gustafson put it during a recent meeting in D.C.: "We as councils represent some 2,500 executive...
Time again for a potpourri look around the world of credit unions: For those looking for still another way to keep current credit union volunteers around longer, NCUA's legal opinion letter 03-0382 has provided it. According to the letter, federal credit unions may provide health insurance to volunteers while they...
One of the easiest jobs in the financial services industry is handling public relations for credit unions; one of the most difficult is being responsible for PR for the banking industry. An early definition of public relations was: "Do good and then tell everyone about it." Because credit union public...
It is common for all publications to run house ads. These are not advertisements aimed at the real estate market, but efforts by publications to sell themselves by using their own ad space to get their message across to readers and potential paid subscribers. For several years, Credit Union Times...
The unceremonious late July firing of long time NASCUS CEO Doug Duerr, described vaguely as "a difficult decision" in a release issued over the signatures of NASCUS Chair Jerrie Lattimore and NASCUS CU Council Chair Loren Rush, caught many of us by surprise. The official reason given by NASCUS' elected...
It is becoming more obvious every year that the typical national conference format utilized by credit union group sponsors, and all sorts of other industries as well, has probably outlived its usefulness. There has to be a better way than going from registration to opening reception to opening general session...

From Elan Credit Card
Rising fraud, digital demand, and regulatory pressure are reshaping credit card programs. Discover what it takes to maintain a competitive card program and why many credit unions are reconsidering in-house issuing.
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From Alogent
With new CFPB deadlines for Section 1071 approaching, credit unions must streamline data collection. This guide details how Alogent?s automation solutions can help you ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
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From Alogent
Beehive Federal Credit Union transformed its commercial lending operations by replacing a manual, error-prone system with AccuAccount. Discover how they achieved greater efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in this detailed case study.
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From Alogent
Fraudsters are increasingly targeting the teller line. How can institutions strengthen in-branch security without creating delays for members? This case study shows how one credit union solved this challenge without a complete system overhaul.
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From Alogent
Credit unions struggle with disconnected systems and manual processes. This eBook provides department-specific use cases for an ECM platform that streamlines workflows, boosts compliance, and enhances efficiency across your entire organization.
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From Alogent
Credit unions face mounting pressure to manage information while meeting strict compliance demands. This eBook explores how modern Enterprise Content Management (ECM) technology helps credit unions mitigate risk and enhance efficiency.
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From Alogent
Move beyond legacy imaging and manual workflows. This eBook provides a maturity framework to help credit unions assess their current ECM strategy, identify gaps, and create a roadmap for digital transformation and efficiency.
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From Alogent
Efficiently manage documents and automate processes with Alogent's FASTdocs. This eBook provides actionable best practices to centralize content, enhance security, and deliver fast, secure access to information across your credit union.
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From Alogent
Is your credit union's commercial lending process slowed by manual tasks and paperwork? This guide introduces a digital solution to automate workflows, speed up loan decisions, and improve the member experience. Learn how to transform your operations.
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From CUCollaborate
Considering a strategic merger but don't know where to start, this checklist provides you with a starting point for what is involved in each process of the merger evaluation. This checklist ensures your decision is data-driven and prioritizes member benefit. Learn the five phases of a successful merger, from strategy to integration, and fulfill your fiduciary duty to your members.
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From Elan Credit Card
Digital engagement now determines which credit cards consumers choose, use, and keep. This new report from PYMNTS and Elan Credit Card reveals why the mobile app is becoming as important as the card itself.
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From Bankjoy
Many credit unions struggle to engage indirect members. This case study shows how CommunityWide FCU transformed its app into a financial hub, boosting member retention by up to 25% with integrated financial wellness tools.
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From Bankjoy
Discover how T-Fed credit union reduced their time spent on fraud investigations by 85%, while identifying over $55,000 in attempted fraudulent transactions in 6 months using a real-time multi-layered fraud prevention solution.
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From Bankjoy
For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment. For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment.
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From Bankjoy
When Ellafi FCU rebranded to serve women+, they needed a tool to deliver on their promise of financial empowerment. Discover how Bankjoy's JoyCompass led to a remarkable 18% member adoption in 24 hours and transformed their member experience.
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From Bankjoy
Megabanks seem to dominate digital, but credit unions have a hidden advantage. This whitepaper reveals 3 pillars to deliver a superior digital experience that attracts and retains members, especially younger generations.
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From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers are no longer a last resort, but a central strategic tool. This report analyzes recent data to reveal the key shifts in merger rationale, partner size, and regulatory scrutiny every CU board must understand to stay ahead.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers have evolved from rescues to strategic imperatives. This playbook provides a framework for boards to navigate complex merger decisions, uphold their fiduciary duty, and ensure any combination truly benefits the members.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Scale modern merchant services without adding internal infrastructure. Learn how a relationship?driven merchant model can help your financial institution enhance revenue and loyalty with small businesses.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Did you know that nearly three-quarters of all banking interactions now happen through digital channels? A well-designed mobile banking app is no longer optional -- it?s essential.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Nearly one-third of consumers don?t know their credit score or how to improve it. With financial planning tools, educational resources, and one-on-one support, credit unions deepen their impact with members while helping them meet their broader financial goals.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Virtual cards are the next phase of digital payments with 42% of consumers using one within the past 6 months. Learn more about the growing payment method in this new report.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Rising fraud, digital demand, and regulatory pressure are reshaping credit card programs. Discover what it takes to maintain a competitive card program and why many credit unions are reconsidering in-house issuing.
Download Resource
From Alogent
With new CFPB deadlines for Section 1071 approaching, credit unions must streamline data collection. This guide details how Alogent?s automation solutions can help you ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Beehive Federal Credit Union transformed its commercial lending operations by replacing a manual, error-prone system with AccuAccount. Discover how they achieved greater efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in this detailed case study.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Fraudsters are increasingly targeting the teller line. How can institutions strengthen in-branch security without creating delays for members? This case study shows how one credit union solved this challenge without a complete system overhaul.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Credit unions struggle with disconnected systems and manual processes. This eBook provides department-specific use cases for an ECM platform that streamlines workflows, boosts compliance, and enhances efficiency across your entire organization.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Credit unions face mounting pressure to manage information while meeting strict compliance demands. This eBook explores how modern Enterprise Content Management (ECM) technology helps credit unions mitigate risk and enhance efficiency.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Move beyond legacy imaging and manual workflows. This eBook provides a maturity framework to help credit unions assess their current ECM strategy, identify gaps, and create a roadmap for digital transformation and efficiency.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Efficiently manage documents and automate processes with Alogent's FASTdocs. This eBook provides actionable best practices to centralize content, enhance security, and deliver fast, secure access to information across your credit union.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Is your credit union's commercial lending process slowed by manual tasks and paperwork? This guide introduces a digital solution to automate workflows, speed up loan decisions, and improve the member experience. Learn how to transform your operations.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Considering a strategic merger but don't know where to start, this checklist provides you with a starting point for what is involved in each process of the merger evaluation. This checklist ensures your decision is data-driven and prioritizes member benefit. Learn the five phases of a successful merger, from strategy to integration, and fulfill your fiduciary duty to your members.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Digital engagement now determines which credit cards consumers choose, use, and keep. This new report from PYMNTS and Elan Credit Card reveals why the mobile app is becoming as important as the card itself.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
Many credit unions struggle to engage indirect members. This case study shows how CommunityWide FCU transformed its app into a financial hub, boosting member retention by up to 25% with integrated financial wellness tools.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
Discover how T-Fed credit union reduced their time spent on fraud investigations by 85%, while identifying over $55,000 in attempted fraudulent transactions in 6 months using a real-time multi-layered fraud prevention solution.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment. For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
When Ellafi FCU rebranded to serve women+, they needed a tool to deliver on their promise of financial empowerment. Discover how Bankjoy's JoyCompass led to a remarkable 18% member adoption in 24 hours and transformed their member experience.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
Megabanks seem to dominate digital, but credit unions have a hidden advantage. This whitepaper reveals 3 pillars to deliver a superior digital experience that attracts and retains members, especially younger generations.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers are no longer a last resort, but a central strategic tool. This report analyzes recent data to reveal the key shifts in merger rationale, partner size, and regulatory scrutiny every CU board must understand to stay ahead.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers have evolved from rescues to strategic imperatives. This playbook provides a framework for boards to navigate complex merger decisions, uphold their fiduciary duty, and ensure any combination truly benefits the members.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Scale modern merchant services without adding internal infrastructure. Learn how a relationship?driven merchant model can help your financial institution enhance revenue and loyalty with small businesses.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Did you know that nearly three-quarters of all banking interactions now happen through digital channels? A well-designed mobile banking app is no longer optional -- it?s essential.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Nearly one-third of consumers don?t know their credit score or how to improve it. With financial planning tools, educational resources, and one-on-one support, credit unions deepen their impact with members while helping them meet their broader financial goals.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Virtual cards are the next phase of digital payments with 42% of consumers using one within the past 6 months. Learn more about the growing payment method in this new report.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Rising fraud, digital demand, and regulatory pressure are reshaping credit card programs. Discover what it takes to maintain a competitive card program and why many credit unions are reconsidering in-house issuing.
Download Resource