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Judge Denies FDCPA Claim in Elaborate Fraud Case

Account Recovery

A District Court judge in Pennsylvania has denied a credit union’s motion to dismiss a claim that it violated the FDCPA after the plaintiff was scammed out of nearly $5,000, ruling that the credit union could potentially be liable under the FDCPA because of its role in attempting to collect on a fraudulent debt.

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Why Is a Credit Union Better Than a Bank?

Credit Corp

You can open an account with a traditional bank, set up an online bank account , or choose a neighborhood credit union. As you’re reviewing your options, you may see some claims that credit unions are better than banks. Why is a credit union better than a bank for some people? What Is a Credit Union?

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How to Get a Business Loan at a Credit Union

Nerd Wallet

With favorable rates, many funding options and strong customer support, a credit union can be a good choice for a business loan. Yet just 8% of small-business owners applied for financing at credit unions, according to a 2022 report from the Federal Reserve. For example, Tina Orem writes for NerdWallet.

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How Credit Unions Can Reinvent Themself to Attract Millennials

Nexa Collect

Credit Unions must (seriously) reinvent their brand for millennials to compete for account deposits and financial services. Do credit unions really not have what young people want, or are they just not focusing their sales and marketing on what is actually a very natural fit?

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How to Attract Multiple Generations to Open New Accounts and Apply for Loans

Understanding these attitudes and using them to inform marketing messages enables community banks, regional banks and credit unions to better serve their customers. The experiences of every generation are characterized by their behaviors involving finances.

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Credit Union Vs. Bank Mortgage: Which Should You Choose?

Credit Corp

Mortgage brokers , online mortgage lenders , and credit unions also originate mortgage loans. Credit unions and other non-banks are gaining in popularity for mortgage originations. In fact, credit unions accounted for 9% of all mortgage originations in 2017. Easier Approval. Lower Rates.

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Consumer Protection and Safety and Soundness Perspective of Credit Union Regulation

Troutman Sanders

Please join Consumer Financial Services Partner Chris Willis and his guests and colleagues James Stevens and Carlin McCrory as they discuss the consumer protection and safety and soundness sides of credit union regulation. Transcript: Consumer Protection and Safety and Soundness Perspective of Credit Union Regulation (PDF).