Credit Unions Online News https://www.creditunionsonline.com Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:12:00 HST en-us https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2026/cybersecurity-for-credit-union-members.html While credit unions implement robust cybersecurity measures, members also play a vital role in protecting their personal and financial information. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:12:00 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2026/cybersecurity-for-credit-union-members.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2026/cfpb-strengthens-consumer-protections-for-buy-now-pay-later-loans.html The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken decisive action to reinforce consumer protections in the rapidly growing Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) market. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:36:05 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2026/cfpb-strengthens-consumer-protections-for-buy-now-pay-later-loans.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2026/consumers-now-spend-30-percent-of-monthly-food-budgets-on-restaurants.html While the desire to dine out remains high, economic pressures have led consumers to cut back on restaurant spending and tips. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:16:10 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2026/consumers-now-spend-30-percent-of-monthly-food-budgets-on-restaurants.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/understanding-the-shift-in-30-year-mortgage-rates.html In its latest survey, Freddie Mac has noted a slight decrease in the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rates. Fri, 27 Dec 2024 23:57:50 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/understanding-the-shift-in-30-year-mortgage-rates.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/afsa-reports-shifts-in-consumer-credit-trends.html The American Financial Services Association (AFSA) has released the latest findings from its Consumer Credit Conditions (C3) Index for the first quarter of 2024. Thu, 26 Dec 2024 12:14:07 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/afsa-reports-shifts-in-consumer-credit-trends.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/cfpb-uncovers-flaws-in-credit-card-rewards.html Numerous consumers are facing challenges with credit card rewards programs. Thu, 26 Dec 2024 08:19:58 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/cfpb-uncovers-flaws-in-credit-card-rewards.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/opentables-mothers-day-dining-trends-2024.html Mother's Day is shaping up to be the top dining occasion of the year, with the holiday and the preceding Saturday seeing the highest reservation rates in 2023, according to OpenTable. Wed, 08 May 2024 10:37:08 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/opentables-mothers-day-dining-trends-2024.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/the-limitations-of-relying-solely-on-credit-card-travel-insurance.html When planning your travels, relying solely on the travel insurance provided by your credit card can be risky. Tue, 07 May 2024 11:53:22 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/the-limitations-of-relying-solely-on-credit-card-travel-insurance.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/the-evolving-landscape-of-the-global-car-leasing-market.html From 2023 to 2027, the global car leasing market is poised to expand by USD 41.82 billion. Mon, 06 May 2024 15:19:33 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/the-evolving-landscape-of-the-global-car-leasing-market.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/mortgage-rates-approach-seven-percent-amid-economic-boom-homebuyers-face-affordability-challenges.html In response to robust economic and inflation indicators, mortgage rates are on a steady incline, nearing seven percent. Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:04:59 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/mortgage-rates-approach-seven-percent-amid-economic-boom-homebuyers-face-affordability-challenges.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/comparison-shopping-platforms-ensuring-transparency-and-fair-competition-in-financial-products.html The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is cracking down on unfair practices in online comparison-shopping tools for financial products like credit cards and loans. Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:33:10 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/comparison-shopping-platforms-ensuring-transparency-and-fair-competition-in-financial-products.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/mortgage-rates-experience-an-uptick.html Following an unexpected rise in consumer prices, this week saw an increase in mortgage rates. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 09:07:40 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/mortgage-rates-experience-an-uptick.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/critical-software-vulnerabilities-impacting-credit-unions-discovered.html LMG Security, a globally acknowledged cybersecurity consultancy, has identified three critical software flaws threatening a large number of U.S.-based organizations. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 09:11:26 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/critical-software-vulnerabilities-impacting-credit-unions-discovered.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/30-year-fixed-rates-hover-around-664-percent-15-year-rates-down-slightly.html Mortgage rates have shown little to no change, consistently lingering around the mid-six percent mark for several consecutive weeks. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:41:24 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/30-year-fixed-rates-hover-around-664-percent-15-year-rates-down-slightly.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/alliant-credit-union-teams-up-with-everyoneon-and-visa-for-digital-inclusion-initiative-at-the-super-bowl.html Visa, Alliant Credit Union, and EveryoneOn collaborate with Nevada Partners to inaugurate a cutting-edge computer lab and shared workspace in Las Vegas' Historic Westside. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:09:21 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/alliant-credit-union-teams-up-with-everyoneon-and-visa-for-digital-inclusion-initiative-at-the-super-bowl.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/sdfcu-welcomes-nicole-bowen-as-new-chief-risk-officer.html Nicole joins SDFCU after serving as the Chief Information Officer/Executive Vice President at NextMark Credit Union, where she played a key role in strengthening risk management strategies and ensuring regulatory compliance. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:01:06 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/sdfcu-welcomes-nicole-bowen-as-new-chief-risk-officer.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/mcus-2-million-boost-to-foundation-aims-at-wealth-building-poverty-eradication.html MCU is doubling down on its commitment to New York City, announcing a $2 million donation to its charitable arm, the MCU Foundation. Tue, 06 Feb 2024 10:31:05 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/mcus-2-million-boost-to-foundation-aims-at-wealth-building-poverty-eradication.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/empowering-young-women-ncaawa--north-island-credit-union-partnership-renewed.html The North County African American Women's Association (NCAAWA) and North Island Credit Union are proud to announce the continuation of their impactful partnership for a fourth year! Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:44:52 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/empowering-young-women-ncaawa--north-island-credit-union-partnership-renewed.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/tdecu-welcomes-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors.html TDECU, the leading rapidly expanding credit union in Texas, is gearing up for a significant year of growth and enhancing services for Members to support their financial paths. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:43:20 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/tdecu-welcomes-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors.html https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/unfcu-foundation-announces-2024-grants-that-invest-in-projects-tackling-poverty.html On February 2, 2024, in Long Island City, New York, the UNFCU Foundation made an exciting announcement. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 07:54:31 EST https://www.creditunionsonline.com/news/2024/unfcu-foundation-announces-2024-grants-that-invest-in-projects-tackling-poverty.html