| October 6, 2010 |
Federal regulator’s action on corporate CUs will affect CUs through 2021
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), credit unions’ federal regulatory agency, took action Sept. 24 on several issues affecting the corporate credit union system.
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CUNA asks CUs to fill out survey on supervisory issues
CUNA’s Supervisory Issues Working Group has been working on how to address credit unions’ concerns with regulators on supervisory issues. The group is asking credit unions to fill out a brief survey about any concerns they have had based on recent experiences with examiners and regulators. |
CUNA Mutual reports a rise in wire transfer scams involving HELOCs
Credit unions are being urged to increase awareness among their staff to identify wire transfer scams and implement measures to prevent such losses after CUNA Mutual noted an increase in wire transfer losses involving HELOC accounts. FULL STORY |
While MBL progress may be delayed the fight is not over
Though recent efforts to pass an increase in credit unions’ member business lending as part of Congress’ recent job creation bill fell short, the fight will continue. FULL STORY |
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Money Mission continues to attract new interest from around the country
Five Wisconsin credit unions and one Illinois credit union have finalized agreements to engage local teens in the online game called Money Mission -- an interactive, web-based simulation designed to educate users on the fundamentals of personal finance. FULL STORY
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RP3 CFEd® participants named
Twenty-one people have been chosen to participate in the next phase of the REAL Progress & Pathways to Prosperity program – the CFE Certified Financial Educator® program. FULL STORY |
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The REAL Focus: Credit unions gearing up for a busy October
In the latest REAL Focus column, Jill Weber, The League's Director of Member Solutions, talks about new resources online including sample communications, as well as other helpful tools on poverty, free tax prep and more. FULL STORY |
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WI Activists get valuable face time with lawmakers during CU House event
Wisconsin Activists gathered in Washington, D.C. in late September to network with lawmakers and others important to the credit union movement as part of the annual Credit Union House event. FULL STORY
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Asset size roundtables offer huge value for CUs
The League’s roundtables are a great way for credit unions to not only get an education on important topics, but also allows participants to share ideas and network with peers dealing with similar situations at their own credit unions. FULL STORY |
Upcoming League trainings include something for everyone
Need some extra information on new wages and hours laws, director leadership, individual retirement accounts and lending for frontline staff and managers? Then look no further than The League. FULL STORY |
Stay safe while using social media with these simple tips
As more businesses and people start using social media, it becomes increasingly important to not only protect your credit union, but also yourself. There are a couple of simple, common-sense ways to ensure that you and your credit union remain safe when using social media. FULL STORY |
Learn about WI Jump$tart Coalition and reality simulation on Oct. 19
Credit unions are invited to attend the annual Wisconsin Jump$tart Coalition Meeting, which will be held on Oct. 19. The meeting will be followed by a lunch with teachers and their community partners who will be attending a training class for Reality Days. These events involve teens in a financial reality simulation that can build real-world financial management skills. You'll learn how to structure an effective program in which young participants are given jobs, income, a family and debt and are asked to find housing, transportation, food, etc. while balancing a budget. The Jump$tart meeting and the training program will both be held at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. RSVP to Theresa Walker, Department of Financial Institutions, by Oct. 11. |
