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Latest News Posts

  • CFPB Takes Action to Stop Illegal Junk Fees in Mortgage Servicing
    April 25, 2024

    Homeowners were forced to pay for "services" that were prohibited or unauthorized. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) published an edition of Supervisory Highlights describing the agency’s actions to combat junk fees charged by mortgage servicers, as well as other illegal practices. In response to the CFPB's findings, financial institutions refunded junk fees to borrowers and stopped their illegal practices.

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  • Credit Unions Help Title 1 Students Turn $100 into $1,000,000 with Biz Kid$
    April 25, 2024

    Emmy award-winning show on PBS launches 2nd edition of best-selling book. Credit unions nationwide are providing up to $50,000 in $100 grants at Title 1 schools to put the lessons in the 2nd edition of How to Turn $100 into $1,000,000 into practice. In addition, PSCU/Co-op Solutions stepped up to provide the grant for the books given to students at the schools in these underprivileged areas.

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  • CUSOs CU Healthcare PayCard, CU*Answers, and Bonifii Combine Strengths to Revolutionize Healthcare Payments
    April 25, 2024

    CU Healthcare PayCard proudly announces groundbreaking partnerships with leading Credit Union Service Organizations (CUSOs) CU*Answers and Bonifii, heralding a new era in healthcare payments. This collaboration will facilitate a seamless, consumer-friendly financial solution for managing healthcare expenses for credit union members.

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  • Veteran Innovator John Ainsworth Joins Board of CU Healthcare PayCard
    April 25, 2024

    Moving at the speed of innovation, CU Healthcare PayCard Principal Paul Clampitt announced today that John Ainsworth, president/CEO of Bonifii – a CUSO focused on delivering innovative applications on a global distributed ledger platform for credit unions – has joined CU Healthcare PayCard’s board. CU Healthcare PayCard is a CUSO focused on bringing together payment and healthcare ecosystems.

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  • REGular Blog: Weekly Roundup: April 18th
    April 18, 2024

    Today is NCUA Board Meeting Thursday, after an unexpected month off in March. They are back with a proposed rulemaking. Let's take a look at that and some of the other top stories of the week in regulatory compliance.

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  • Igniting Change: How ValleyStar Credit Union is Leading the Charge at IGNITE 2024
    April 18, 2024

    As IGNITE | the League Annual Meeting approaches, ValleyStar Credit Union is gearing up to make a significant impact. Led by CEO Mike Warrell and Board Chair James Rorrer, ValleyStar is a leader in innovation and community engagement within the credit union community. Their proactive approach to conference participation has catalyzed growth and fostered a culture of inclusivity and learning.

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  • 2024 Primaries: Key Insights for Virginia Credit Unions
    April 18, 2024

    As the June 18 primary nears, the political landscape in Virginia is becoming increasingly active, holding substantial implications for the credit union community. Here’s an overview of pivotal races and their potential impact on credit unions.

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  • The Risks and Challenges of Gaming Platforms: A Guide for Credit Unions
    April 18, 2024

    Gaming platforms have evolved far beyond their origins as mere venues for entertainment; they now function similarly to complex payment systems. Recent findings from the Consumer Protection and Payments Branch (CPPB) highlight a concerning increase in scams and theft within these platforms, emphasizing the need for vigilance and awareness. For credit unions, understanding the complexities and potential risks of these platforms is vital to protect both members and the institution itself.

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  • REGular Blog: NCUA to Issue ANPR on Records Preservation Programs
    April 12, 2024

    The NCUA Released the Agenda for their April 2024 Board Meeting this week, and it includes only one item: an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) on Part 749, Records Preservation Program.

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  • REGular Blog: Weekly Roundup: April 11th
    April 11, 2024

    Happy Thursday everyone! This week kicked off with the eclipse, and I hope you were able to step outside and take a look through some glasses. I was fortunate enough to be in Cleveland, which was in the path of totality. It was truly an amazing experience, and I would highly recommend experiencing the totality if you have the chance in the future!

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