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Two more credit unions aim to help furloughed federal workers
Two more Colorado credit unions have joined the effort to to help their members impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown.
How to Choose a Credit Union
If you’re drawn to the personalized service, local ties and great rates that credit unions are known for, you may be wondering how to find the right one for you.…
Credit Unions: 5 things everyone should know about credit unions
We continue to get questions about credit unions and although a google search may resolve many of these questions it leaves many more people wondering what are
Credit Unions vs Banks: Which is Better?
Tired of getting nickel and dimed by your bank? Maybe it's time to try a credit union.
Want Free Checking? Join a Credit Union
Though there might be reasons to stay with your bank
What is your credit union's appetite for risk?
The Rochdale Group’s consultants work with a large number of credit unions of all sizes that are in a variety of stages in implementing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs. One of the most common questions we field in helping credit unions implement ERM programs is “how do we set the risk appetite for our credit …
Without passion, is your credit union just a bank?
Are you passionate about your Credit Union? “Yes” you say? Would the people you work with agree with you? Can you think of 3-4 ways that your passion comes through? If you are uniquely wired and passionate about the credit union movement as a whole, this should be easy! But in the end, does “passion” …
Is the compliance burden driving your credit union to consider a merger?
If you’re a leader in your credit union, compliance is certainly not a new issue. The compliance burden of today’s market is significant and costly; nor will it go away any time soon. If you feel like you once spent 80 percent of your time on member issues, and now you spend 80 percent of …
Inside credit union marketing: 6 video production mistakes
In my last two video-related columns–“Why You Can’t Be Afraid of the Camera Anymore” and “What Kind of Messenger Do You Want to Be?”–we discussed the many reasons to start up your credit union’s “video game,” along with who you want to “be” while delivering your video messages to achieve maximum impact. In other words …
Ultimate Guide to Credit Union Member Experience Success
Credit Unions rely on Member Experience as a key differentiator. Download our Free guide to MX Success to learn how you can create effective experiences.
The Credit Union: What is a Member?
There are a ton of different memberships in the world. Why is being a member of a credit union any different?
Should You Switch to a Credit Union Credit Card?
With lower rates and fees, credit union credit cards can be more attractive than major credit cards. Should you switch to a credit union credit card?
How member analytics can affect your credit union’s bottom line
More so than other financial institutions, credit unions’ health depends on the choices made by consumers who use their products and services. Whereas banks can solicit supplemental capital freely, engage in speculative real estate deals, concentrate their holdings in business lending, and generally have greater wherewithal to take part more readily in loan participations and …
10 things you should know about credit unions
Better rates, lower fees make credit unions a good alternative, complement to banks.
How Credit Union Mortgage Lending Differs From Banks
Credit union members will see several benefits when using the services of credit union mortgage lending, when compared to traditional banking institutions.
This Is What Makes Your Credit Union Different From a Bank
How can we leave our community greater than we found it? This question separates our credit union from the banks whose primary goal is to drive a profit.
Why is it called a credit union, anyway?
While bank and banking are universally understood and accepted terms, the term credit union is still largely misunderstood and unknown to many. Credit union is an unusual term, isn’t it? Is it just…
How to use Snapchat at your credit union
One social media platform that is taking off is Snapchat. Now we know what you are thinking – “Snapchat is for teenagers to send silly pictures to each other” – and you are not wrong. Snapchat was founded on the idea that individuals can send out “silly” images and then they are gone seconds later. …
Why a Credit Union Is Better Than a Bank
Credit unions have lower rates, the same access to ATMs, and a greater sense of community than the average bank. It's a win-win for young people.
How lessons from my mom apply to your credit union
Lately, I’ve found myself thinking about my mother a bit more than usual. Happens every year around this time. It’s funny: most of the time I spent growing up, I didn’t think my mother knew anything! But as I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to realize: the woman’s a genius! I’m sure many of you feel …
How to make a great first impression with credit union new accounts
When welcoming new members into your credit union, your goal is to make an outstanding first impression, ensuring they feel confident that their Member Service Representative is someone worthy of their trust. Research has shown that trustworthiness and confidence account for 80 to 90 percent of first impressions.1 The tricky part is it only takes 3-5 seconds …
