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The Friction Paradox – Compliance vs User Experience
Friction /?frikSH?n/ noun – Any unnecessary obstacles users encounter while interacting with banking products or services. These manifest in various forms, including cumbersome account opening procedures, complex loan applications, processes that are not aligned or consistent from channel to channel, or outdated digital interfaces. While some friction is essential for security and regulatory compliance, excessive…
Read MoreALM 101 for Marketing
Asset Liability Management (ALM) at a credit union refers to the strategic management of assets and liabilities to ensure the credit union’s financial stability, liquidity, and profitability. Here’s what it involves: Asset Liability Management at a credit union is a comprehensive approach to balancing the institution’s assets and liabilities to optimize financial performance, manage risks…
Read MoreHow Small Credit Unions Can Become Vital
For the past 20+ years, credit unions seeking to grow, have made charter changes to community charters, often from multi-common bond or sole sponsorship charters. The goal was to minimize the perceived barriers to membership. The belief was that if anyone could join my credit union, growth would be unconstrained. In some cases, this was…
Read MoreDo You Want to “Power Up” Your Auto Loans?
Capture the Electric Vehicle Auto Loan Market. The electric vehicle (EV) market is booming, with a surge in consumer interest in sustainable transportation options. Over 2.3 million electric cars were sold in the first quarter, about 25% more than in the same period last year. We expect to see 14 million in sales by the end of…
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