January 8 2020

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Best Practices

Credit Unions Still Face Risk of ADA Suits

Credit unions should keep focused on making their websites and mobile apps accessible to avoid potential lawsuits.

Features

Credit Union Marketers to Focus on Values, Financial Wellness in 2020

Peter Strozniak | January 03, 2020

Americans' concerns that the nation's division is threatening their shared core values may create opportunities for CU marketers.

Data Privacy Laws Up for Debate in 2020

Roy Urrico | January 03, 2020

With more and more personal info being distributed, many state lawmakers are considering new privacy legislation regarding consumers' data.

The CU Capital Insider

It's Going to Get Bumpy

David Baumann | January 03, 2020

The amount of unfinished business left over from 2019 is staggering, and it may be considered on Capitol Hill this year.

Editor\'s Column

Insert Cheesy Quote About Leaving Your Comfort Zone Here

Natasha Chilingerian | January 02, 2020

Don't be afraid to take good kinds of risks in your credit union, professional career and life in 2020.

Focus Report

Credit Unions Should Consider the 'Upside Down' for the 2020s

Jim DuPlessis | January 03, 2020

CUNA Mutual Economist Steve Rick talks 'growth recession' and negative interest rates.

Real Estate Leads Third-Quarter Originations for Credit Unions

Jim DuPlessis & timschafer | January 03, 2020

CUs make out-sized gains with residential mortgages while loan quality holds in most areas.

Why Credit Unions Must Root Out Non-Monetary ATO Schemes at Three Levels

Jack Sundstrom | January 03, 2020

CUs must have controls and systems to detect various ATO schemes, and emerging threats from well-organized fraud rings.

Finding Credit Union Growth in Mortgage Lending

Roger Hull | January 03, 2020

The technology available today has opened up new opportunities for credit union profitability.

Get Ready: Your Investment Workforce Will Be Fiduciaries in 2020

David W. Erb & Michael R. Greco | January 03, 2020

CUs with a brokerage force must consider the services' fiduciary duties that run between their RR and CFP employees and their members.

Guest Opinion

A Strong Loan Review System Is Good for Your Credit Union's Business

Mary Ellen Biery | January 03, 2020

A strong credit risk review function is not only important for making examiners happy - here's how to implement one.

Community News

CUs Donate to Causes Supporting Teachers, Medical Students & At-Risk Newborns

Tahira Hayes | December 20, 2019

In addition, a Utah credit union gifts $10,000 each to 11 local nonprofits.

People

Professionals Join, Advance at and Retire From 9 Credit Unions

Tahira Hayes | December 23, 2019

This week's People news includes a new role in community relations and advocacy, and the retirement of a 35-year CU veteran.