The Best Credit Union Personal Loan Facilitators
We know—lending hasn’t enjoyed quite the popularity of deposits and liquidity recently. But “credit” is literally part of the credit union name. What are you going to do… not lend? The reality is that lending is still critical. It’s revenue. It’s memberization. It’s community support and development. The key is lending smarter, better, and from […]
Datava, Data, and the Power of Personalization
Credit unions used to differentiate through the member experience. When members walked into the branch, they were greeted by name with a smile. They got the best rates and terms. But new technologies and trends have narrowed the gap between the credit union and fintech/big bank experiences. Read on to see what we mean—and how […]
Best Credit Union Marketing Platforms (CDPs and MCIFs)
At the time of writing, there are too many credit union marketing platforms to list. If we tried really hard, we might be able to list all the different types… But let’s start with a segment of marketing tools that help credit unions grow by delivering personalized member journeys. This is about individualization. Right member, […]
Best Insurance Fintechs for Credit Unions
Sometimes, it’s about what you can offer your members. Just as often, it’s about how you can reduce the manual workload on your staff. But all the time, it’s about insurance. Strategically, partnerships with Insurtech companies help credit unions stay competitive: But which Insurtech provider is right for your credit union—and your members? Read on […]
AI vs AI: Effectiv’s Battle Against Fraud in Credit Unions
You can’t fight fire with fire, or so the saying goes. But in reality, there are niche cases where that is the exact prescription. As West Coasters, CU 2.0 is more than aware of that… But this isn’t about BCP or disaster recovery! This is about risk, fraud, and artificial intelligence (AI). Read on to […]
Credit Union Debt Repayment Fintechs
With climbing delinquencies and falling savings, credit risk has been an ongoing concern for credit unions. As far as the NCUA is concerned, it’s right up there with liquidity risk. But the solution can’t just be to lend less. That’s no good for anyone. Instead, credit unions should help people manage and repay outstanding debt. […]
Dear Credit Unions: Financial Education Isn’t Enough
You’ve probably seen headlines that say things like “74% of Gen Z wants access to more financial education,” or “Gen Z isn’t financially literate (yet).” The gist of all these articles is the same: Young people say that financial literacy will alleviate some of their money problems. But let’s not pretend that financial education is […]
The Best Credit Union Liquidity Tools (to Generate Deposits)
It might be overblown to call it a “credit union liquidity crisis,” but there certainly is a pressing need for deposits. So, what can credit unions do? For starters, they can provide members with the tools they need to achieve their own financial goals. By helping members save, credit unions can guarantee themselves deposits. It’s […]
Death of a Member? The Best Solutions for Credit Unions
A percentage of credit union members pass away each year. Their accounts close and their assets transfer to inheritors. On top of grief, inheritors deal with the logistical nightmare of financial paperwork. This is not the most comfortable topic to discuss, but it’s still incredibly important. Read on to see how your credit union can […]
Retaining Deposits After Member Retirement (ft. Silvur)
Much ado is already being made about the great generational wealth transfer on the horizon. We’ve made some ado of it ourselves. But before the big wealth transfer even, there’s another one on the horizon: Retirees dramatically consolidate their FI relationships as they enter retirement because they want to simplify their lives and hold onto […]