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FedNow Instant Payments Webinar

The new FedNow Service enabling participating credit unions to transfer funds instantly, safely, and efficiently – any day, at any time –on behalf of their members is now live. To help credit unions better understand the benefits of instant payments system and...

Upcoming Education and Networking Events

Mark Your Calendars   August 29-31 – SalesCU Training   September 12-14 – SalesCU Training September 19 – FedNow Instant Payments Webinar (email invite) September 20 – Omaha Resolute Group Luncheon (email invite) September 27-28 – Virtual Branch Manager...

Veteran Business MBL Introduced

The Veterans Member Business Loan Act (H.R. 4867) was introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX) and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA). The bill would exempt loans made to veteran owned businesses from the member business lending cap. The...

Credit Union System as a Service

By: Ronny Chapman, Senior Vice President, Fintech Solutions In the current financial services landscape, consolidation amongst credit unions is a reality and is showing no signs of slowing down. Today, even as the total number of members and assets continues to grow,...

Senator Ricketts Co-Sponsors CU Modernization Bill

On July 26th, United States Senator Pete Ricketts signed on to co-sponsor the Credit Union Modernization Act of 2023, S. 610. The bill would reduce the number of board meetings for credit unions to no fewer than six annually with at least one meeting per financial...

Professional Development Grant Funds Available

Professional Development Grant funds opportunities for credit union professionals and board members to continue their education and training are accepted year-round. The mission of the Credit Union Foundation of Nebraska (CUFN) is to promote the shared values of the...

Prepare for the Changing Landscape of Indirect Lending

By Brit Barker, SVP/Enterprise Solutions, Origence The indirect lending landscape is undergoing significant changes, driven by evolving consumer preferences and advancements in technology. The transition of retail automotive purchases from showrooms to online...

NCUA Approves Member Expulsion Rule

In late July, the NCUA Board approved the final rule on member expulsion for federal credit unions as required with the passage of the Credit Union Employee and Member Safety Act (H.R. 2311 / S. 1767). The bill was introduced by former Nebraska U.S. Senator Ben Sasse...

Planning & Budgeting for your ATM-ITM Program

The numbers show that there are roughly half a million ATMs throughout the United States. And an estimated 30% or more of those ATMs will need to be replaced in 2024. Two of the largest manufacturers have product lines that are sunsetting or expiring next year. Many...

Educational Insights – CUNA Strategic Service (CSS)

  3SI APP Technology Helps Reduce Risks at Credit Unions Part 748 of U.S.C. Title 12 stipulates that credit unions must have minimum standards of security procedures to protect their locations, staff, and members. Staffing challenges, branch transformation, and...

Credit Union Social Media Blitz Reaches 9 Million People

The League, in collaboration with over 1,000 organizations, including 23 Nebraska Credit Unions, took to their social media channels in celebration of the third annual #ILoveMyCreditUnion social media blitz on July 28th. The campaign’s mission was to raise credit...