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The Curious Case of Bank Fees

Is the mass exodus of bank customers an intentional strategy?
May 10, 2013
There’s a striking contrast between CU and bank fees.
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President's Perspective

Our Focus Is on Value and Trust

Emphasize to lawmakers the key role you play in members’ lives.
March 20, 2013
CUNA's agenda is clear: Help the middle class emerge successfully from the devastation of the Great Recession.
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Light Bulb Moments

What lessons can CUs learn from Thomas Edison?
January 21, 2013
‘Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.’
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Tools of the Trade

Credit Card Market Worth the Risks

'Generally, CUs have the most consumer-friendly credit card offerings in the market.'
December 2, 2012
Risk-based pricing has shifted old credit card levels from regular, gold, and platinum to platinum across the board.
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CU Progress(ing)

‘Progress is a constantly moving target.’
October 23, 2012
Filene Research Institute’s archives provide a few hints as to where the credit union system stands today.
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CUs Must Speak With One Voice to a New Generation

Large banks are in a much better position to deliver on technology.
October 19, 2012
For Gen Y, customer service no longer is king—it’s third to technology and convenience.
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Far More CUs Than Banks Offer Free Checking

Only 45% of banks offer free checking options vs. 72% of CUs.
August 15, 2012
Interest-bearing checking accounts at banks often come with staggering minimum balance requirements.
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Keep Up With Gen Y Trends

Trend No. 1: Convenience is king.
August 8, 2012
Gen Y can be a lucrative market in ways previous generations weren’t.
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Small Business Owners Hike the Hill

Business leaders join forces with CUs to raise the member business loan cap.
July 9, 2012
More than 500 credit unions will reach the legislated 12.25% business loan cap within three years.
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Crime Grows 15.6% During Third Quarter

Robberies and other crimes at CUs rose 5.8% during this period.
February 1, 2011
CU robberies & other crimes rose 5.8% during this period.
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