A look back at the resources that shaped conversations, sparked ideas, and helped credit unions stay ahead this year.
As we close out 2025, we’re taking a moment to revisit the blogs that made the biggest impact across our credit union community. These top reads tell a clear story: credit unions are more eager than ever to lean into proactive compliance, strengthen internal processes, and stay on the front edge of regulatory change.
Below, we’re counting down the Top 5 Most-Read Comply-YES! Blogs of 2025, complete with recaps, insights into why each post struck a chord, and key takeaways you can bring with you into 2026.
Published: February 2025 – Read it here
This blog broke down the NCUA’s updated supervisory priorities, explaining what examiners would focus on and offering guidance on how credit unions could prepare. It covered cybersecurity, consumer protection, liquidity risk, third-party vendor oversight, and more.
Credit unions want clarity, especially when it comes to what regulators care about most. This blog delivered exactly that. Readers appreciated the straightforward explanations and the practical steps they could take to prepare before exam season hit.
Understanding examiner priorities early empowers credit unions to be proactive, not reactive. Preparation leads to smoother exams and more confident teams.
Published: January 2025 – Read it here
This New Year’s resource provided a comprehensive checklist for navigating the full scope of annual compliance responsibilities. From updated policies and IT reviews to board training and risk assessments, the blog laid out what credit unions needed to organize their year efficiently and confidently.
January is a “reset month” for many compliance teams, and having everything summarized in one place made this post a go‑to resource. The checklist format was easy to follow and helped credit unions understand where they stood, and what gaps they needed to prioritize early.
A clear plan at the start of the year leads to fewer surprises! Especially as regulations shift, audits approach, and internal needs evolve.
Published: August 2025 – Read it here and watch the interview here
In this conversational interview-style blog, Comply-YES! COO Melissa Osborn shared stories from her own journey, her philosophy on leadership, and her perspective on strengthening compliance cultures inside credit unions. She offered insight into how CUSOs support real teams with real pressures, and why community, authenticity, and education matter as much as policy and procedure.
Readers connected deeply with the human side of compliance. Melissa’s candid approach helped normalize the challenges credit unions face. It also reminded teams that they don’t have to tackle complexities alone. Many said they appreciated her ability to blend expertise with empathy, a refreshing take in a technical field.
Strong compliance cultures don’t happen automatically, they’re built through leadership that prioritizes clarity, trust, communication, and continuous learning.
Published: March 2025 – Read it here
This blog served as a friendly guide to demystifying audit preparation, breaking the process into actionable stages. It covered documentation, policy review, internal communication, testing, and what examiners typically look for. It also highlighted the difference between risk assessments and audits, something many teams said they found clarifying.
Audit stress is real, and this blog helped lighten that load. Readers gravitated toward a tone that acknowledged their challenges while giving them a clear path forward. Many compliance officers said they bookmarked the article as a reminder that preparation doesn’t need to be overwhelming when approached one step at a time.
Audits become far more manageable when credit unions build steady, consistent habits, not last‑minute scrambles. Preparation is less about perfection, and more about creating reliable documentation, communication, and processes.
September 2025 – Read it here
This blog walked credit unions through the essential steps for setting up a strong compliance foundation heading into the new year. From risk assessments and audit prep to evaluating vendor partnerships and aligning internal teams, the blog laid out a practical roadmap for credit unions that want to approach compliance with intention, not panic.
Credit unions loved this post because it combined strategic planning with real-world action steps. September is the turning point when many institutions begin looking ahead at their compliance calendars, and this blog spoke directly to that moment. It didn’t just list what needs to be done; it connected the dots between preparation, confidence, and long-term organizational health. Readers told us they appreciated the balance of motivation and practicality.
Success in compliance begins long before the first exam request arrives. When teams slow down, plan ahead, and build strong workflows, then they create a foundation that supports the entire credit union through the year ahead.
This year’s most-read blogs had something in common: they reflected a growing movement toward proactive compliance. Credit unions are no longer content with reacting to regulations. Instead, they want to learn, plan, strengthen their systems, and build cultures where compliance isn’t a burden but a foundation for long-term stability.
As we move into 2026, we’re excited to continue supporting you with tools, insights, and partnership that make your work clearer, easier, and more strategic. Thank you for reading, sharing, and letting our team be part of your credit union’s journey.
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