The fields are related to Process Codes, in that they are derived from the code attached to the message received from the plastics processor (vendor, or switch). The Type you see in the initial Type column of the Activity screen relates directly to the Transaction Description when you view additional transaction details. Transaction types may not apply to all vendors. Examples of these labels are as follows: DEP (Deposit Transactions) ATM/DEP A deposit made at an ATM. ATM/DEP - including a $  More...

No. PIB is a layered security solution , which is one of the three methods recommended by the NCUA to comply with the “Guidance on Authentication in Internet Banking Environment” (letter 05-CU-18). Remember that you only need to select one of the three available methods. (The other two methods are multi-factor authentication, and “other controls,” the NCUA’s way of allowing for technology that doesn’t even exist yet.) Although the term “multi-factor   More...

To take advantage of the CU*Answers online imaging solution, there are a few required pieces of hardware. Each branch will each need an Gweep upload appliance to transfer the electronic images to the secure database. Additionally, scanners are needed to capture photo IDs (and supporting documents for loans), and signature pads are needed at each workstation where receipts are signed. Thermal printers are required for the system. These hardware devices are described in more detail below: Gweep U  More...

For normal releases of changes to the CU*BASE GOLD software itself, no. Updates to the core software screens (called panels) are pushed to your credit union's GUAPPLE(s), then each workstation grabs those updates the next time the software is launched (assuming there are no open sessions already running). The exception to this is when we need to deploy updates to the LegaSuite client software itself. This is the client software that runs on the workstation to facilitate the use of CU*BASE  More...

The differences ultimately come down to control and cost. The online ASP system is the fastest, simplest, most inexpensive way to get started with an e-documents strategy for your credit union. With online ASP you offload the back-end service management headaches to CU*Answers. We manage, backup, secure, and patch/upgrade the eDOC servers and databases and these processes fall under our SAS 70 and third party security audits. The online ASP system consists of electronic storage of receipts, loan  More...

In one of three ways: Note: The term 'subscriber' refers to your 'member'. Electronic Payments (ACH) - Fiserv's preference is to send all payments electronically. However in the Risk Model format it is not always feasible. Fiserv submits the merchant payment (via the fed) from a Fiserv settlement account the same day we submit the debit (via the fed) to the subscriber account. Fiserv is taking the risk on the payment. Electronic payments are typically sent when the subscr  More...

In a nutshell, you will set up a Membership Designation Code for Representative Payee, with the label for primary name set to Beneficiary and the label for the joint owner name set to Rep Payee. Then the procedure is to open the membership in the beneficiary's name and SSN, then put the representative payee's SSN as the joint owner (type J secondary name link). TIPS: Remember that in CU*BASE the words joint owner simply are used to describe a particular record type in the Se  More...

The first step is to make sure your credit union has filled out the three required forms: Sign Up Form, Electronic Payment Service Agreement, and Fed ACH Participation Agreement. There is also a non-disclosure agreement to sign to receive a copy of Magic-Wrighter's SSAE-16 audit results. Once the Client Service and Education team has received the forms from your credit union, they will send the form to our third party processor, Magic-Wrighter. Magic-Wrighter will submit a confirmation with  More...

The CU*BASE Teller system does not have an interface option to integrate with a Teller Cash Recycler (TCR). We do not recommend the use of any product, but CU*Answers is aware that clients have successfully used DynaCash, a third party solution from Add On Technologies, as a viable solution. You can get more information about this solution from our Imaging Solutions team by emailing imaging@cuanswers.com or by visiting its website at http://addontechnologies.com/dynacash/ We have many CUs who ar  More...

The most important thing to understand is when the bill will be received, not how it will be paid. Payment methods are determined by the relationship between Fiserv and the biller, and are subject to change. When scheduling a payment, the system automatically pre-fills the earliest payment date the biller can receive the payment. The date can be altered to a future date, but not an earlier date. Once a payment begins processing, you will be able to view the payment method in the history. If the   More...

Credit card finance charges can be confusing as they are different from a normal simple daily interest consumer loan, because billing cycles play a part in the finance charge calculation. Both current and previous billing cycles are required for the calculation to qualify for a configured grace period. Grace period flags are determined by the credit union and disclosed in their credit card disclosures. Finance charges are waived if the account qualifies for the grace period configured in the loa  More...

In the teller system, you can configure exactly how check holds should be calculated, including default hold days as well as calculated hold days by check R T or amount. In both teller posting and ATM processing, CU*BASE also allows an Electronic Hold configuration that can be used in conjunction with a Member in Good Standing configuration. Different levels of hold times can be configured based on the 'Member in Good Standing' and also within the Tiered Scoring feature. Using these C  More...

As of April 2023, CU*Answers has 317 employees. CU*Answers staff comprise a wide variety of disciplines including: CU*BASE and Item Processing Client Service Departments Software Development Technology and Network Services Teams Management Services Teams Production (Operations and Related Support Teams) CU*BASE Conversion Teams Quality Control Teams Technical Writing Teams Administration Teams Sales and Marketplace Relationship Teams Marketing and Web Services Teams ...and more CU*Answers staf  More...

The most common reason why a member might have a hold group that's different from what would normally be associated with their Tiered Service Level is because of delinquency. During daily delinquency monitoring the system sets the Electronic Deposit Hold Group to a certain code when members go delinquent, according to your credit union's settings in both the Member in Good Standing feature as well as your Delinquency Aging Levels configuration. If the system considers a loan to be deli  More...

T o order an online credit card for a co-applicant on the loan account, you would complete the following steps: Launch Tool #12 Update/Order Online Credit Cards Enter the member number and suffix for the Visa loan account OR If you have the last 4 digits of the primary member's Visa card number, you may enter that instead Use Enter to continue On the next screen you will see a card that has been ordered for your primary member only. On the lower left corner of the screen, choose Add   More...

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Log in to the Help Desk Portal Navigate to https://cuanswers.myportallogin.com . If you already have an account, click Sign in. Enter your email and password. Click Login to be directed to the Home page (shown below). If this is your first time logging in, click Sign up. Enter your information below. Click Sign Up. You will receive an email to verify your account. Once confirmed and logged in, you will be directed to the Home page (shown below). Log Out When you are finished using the Customer  More...

Fiserv evaluates payment direction based on a proprietary algorithm that takes into account many factors. Some evaluation is done at the sponsor level, some at the merchant level, and some at the subscriber level. Sponsor level information determines what check types are acceptable – draft only or draft and corporate. Merchant level information determines the preferred payment method for that payee (electronic or paper) and if the merchant assumes responsibility for returns. Subscriber  More...

When members post check deposits via RDC, what’s most important to them is getting the money into their account quickly. RDC-IQ is the fastest way to post RDC transactions to your member accounts – and the most cost-effective for your credit union. RDC-IQ is the near-real-time posting service solution you’ve been waiting for! If you use eDOC Innovations as your RDC back-end processing vendor, then take your RDC program to the next level. When a member deposits a check via  More...

These days, electronic communication is becoming more and more vital to your relationship with your members. Start by verifying your credit union's From: email addresses are set up properly. You can use a DNS tool to verify your domain, learn more in this Knowledge Base item . This is where bounced-back emails are delivered, one for loan status change emails (configured as part of your Underwriting Codes and generated by items in your lending queue) and all other general emails that CU*BAS  More...

The CU*TALK Introductory/Startup Guide explains the features that are available with the standard Audio Banking system provided by CU*Answers. This system uses TCP/IP technology provided by Interactive Intelligence, Inc. (I3). Also refer to the links below for additional information.

Yes, we hold mobile banking up to the same rigorous standards for security and privacy as all our online services. During the development and beta process, we underwent an exhaustive review by a third-party security auditing firm, who performed both external penetration testing and a source code review. It's Me 247 mobile web banking passed this very intensive audit with high marks, having no high-risk vulnerabilities found. Medium-risk vulnerabilities that were found and addressed incl  More...

The posting of items will be delayed for the following reasons: The item fails your credit union’s business rules or has holds placed on items from your Automated Deposit Holds and Electronic Deposit Holds configurations. (These rules are also followed by RDC-IQ.) Your credit union is currently being processed through end-of-day or beginning-of-day. There is system maintenance, a rollover, or an event that impacts system availability. There are communications issues. In these instances, t  More...

Option 1: Create a Misc. Member Account Form with the appropriate text, and add a procedure for your loan processors to print this form whenever a loan like this is created. Since the CU*BASE online credit bureau system has no way to know if a credit score is used in the underwriting decision, nor whether the credit report was used for a mortgage or home equity loan, this will be manual process. HINT: This step could be added to the Electronic Checklist feature for your mortgage and home equity  More...

To remain compliant with CAN-SPAM rules and to ensure all your email messages are delivered to members, you must include the following: Clearly identify the credit union name, address, phone number, and member service email address in the body of the email. Clearly identify the purpose of the email in the subject line. (See SAMPLE MESSAGES below.) Make a web-friendly Signature Line message. (SEE SAMPLE SIGNATURE LINE MESSAGE below. ) Clearly state why the member is receiving the email. Ensure y  More...