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VFCU – They Can Float Your Boat

Summer is the best time to invest in a boat, but finding a way to finance that investment can be difficult. Finding the right loan that fits into your budget, and also has a manageable interest rate can take some time and research. Choosing where to get your loan is also an important aspect to... read more


Paying For College…With Interest

Students receiving new subsidized loans from the government to finance their college education can expect a rise in interest loans to roughly 6.8 percent. This change is expected to only affect a third of the students who apply for subsidized loans. This means that students will see their debt grow. Financing College Many Americans are... read more


Retirees Flock to Panama

Everyone works towards retirement in the hopes of enjoying their pension and social security and lead peaceful, simple lives. But the money saved from all their years of work sometimes isn’t enough to live comfortably once the working stops. To avoid this situation, many in the U.S. have turned to investing in high interest rate... read more


America To Welcome New $100 Bill

Americans can expect to see the new, redesigned $100 note in October of this year, the Federal Reserve Board announced this week. The bill's revamped design was made public in 2010, but after difficulties in the printing process, the released date was postponed. One of the most important and noticeable features is the blue 3-D... read more


State CU’s Offer Aid to Town of West

The recent fertilizer plant explosion in the small town of West has inspired credit unions across the state of Texas to contact the Texas Credit Union Foundation (TCUF) in order to help fellow credit unions and members during their time of need. "In times of crisis, the Foundation is here to help our credit unions... read more


Financial Institutions Should Aim for More Personalized Service, Study Says

The majority of consumers are more willing to share personal information with their financial institutions in exchange for more personalized services, according to a new study by Cisco. The results from the study predict the future of retail banking, which will ultimately be identified by the degree of personalized services offered. "It might begin with... read more


Obama’s Student Loan Repayment Plan: What You Should Know

News about the student loan debt crisis is on the forefront of American media outlets.  Collectively, students surpass the $1 trillion debt mark attributed to high interest rates, rising tuition costs, and lower employment opportunities. More and more college graduates are facing monthly student loan payments that turn out higher than expected. The lack of... read more


CUNA and NAFCU Tackle Tax Exemption Rights

Credit union trade groups are headed to Capitol Hill to talk about federal tax exemptions as Congress takes on tax reform. They will address the House Ways and Means Committee about the importance of tax reform preservation. The Credit Union National Association (CUNA) and National Association of Federal Credit Unions (NAFCU) launched 11 bipartisan groups... read more


CU Vehicle Loans Still On The Rise

Credit union loan growth is still widely attributed to an increase in vehicle loans, according to April reports. The first few months of 2013 showed surprising growth in the loan portfolio that has credit unions excited about consumer behavior. Dave Colby, Chief Economist of CUNA Mutual was surprised by the vehicle loan portfolio's first quarter... read more


Bank Of America Settles With The NCUA

The Bank of America is settling another one of its mortgage related accusations in the amount of $165 million. The National Credit Union Administration accused the bank over shady sales of mortgage-backed securities to corporate credit unions. Bank of America stated that the settlement would be paid for by existing reserves. Since the financial crisis,... read more