Industry Trends: Earnings (4Q20)
April 19, 2021
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Credit union earnings rebounded toward the end of the year as industry players find a way to adapt their business models to a changing economic landscape.
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NCUA Grant Funding In 2020
April 12, 2021
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302 credit unions received $4.7 million in grant funding from the NCUA’s Community Development Revolving Loan Fund in 2020. Take a closer look at where that money went.
What’s In A Name: Chief Financial Health Officer
April 12, 2021
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Ann McMillian leads the charge to improve member and enterprise financial wellness at IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union.
Community And Member Investments Support Resiliency For The Recovery Ahead
April 12, 2021
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Health and economic indicators are promising, but local, national, and regulatory challenges persist.
Robust Economic Growth Expected
April 12, 2021
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This monthly commentary looks beyond the headlines to uncover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they could impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
The 10-Step Guide For Replying To Online Reviews
April 8, 2021
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To maintain credibility after a rebrand, Logix FCU emphasized its online reviews. In the years since, the California cooperative has received many a five-star review. Here’s how it handles those that aren’t.
Talking Turkey About Cyber Monday
April 8, 2021
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Consumer education and technology tools are the best defense against offensive fraudsters.
Taking Lessons From A ‘Year Of Giving’
April 8, 2021
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A new name and standout Super Bowl commercial isn’t the only way Desert Financial is making a splash in 2018.
Social Media Specialists Share Strategies And Principles
April 8, 2021
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Wright-Patt and Greater Texas lean on a virtual presence to provide real service and build brand value.
#RelationshipGoals For A California Credit Union
April 8, 2021
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CommonWealth Central strikes a chord with a campaign that builds excitement among staff, members, and community.
Industry Trends: Earnings (4Q20)
Credit union earnings rebounded toward the end of the year as industry players find a way to adapt their business models to a changing economic ...
NCUA Grant Funding In 2020
302 credit unions received $4.7 million in grant funding from the NCUA's Community Development Revolving Loan Fund in 2020. Take a closer look at where that ...
What’s In A Name: Chief Financial Health Officer
Ann McMillian leads the charge to improve member and enterprise financial wellness at IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union.
Robust Economic Growth Expected
This monthly commentary looks beyond the headlines to uncover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they could impact a credit union’s investment ...
The 10-Step Guide For Replying To Online Reviews
To maintain credibility after a rebrand, Logix FCU emphasized its online reviews. In the years since, the California cooperative has received many a five-star review. ...
Talking Turkey About Cyber Monday
Consumer education and technology tools are the best defense against offensive fraudsters.
Taking Lessons From A ‘Year Of Giving’
A new name and standout Super Bowl commercial isn’t the only way Desert Financial is making a splash in 2018.
Social Media Specialists Share Strategies And Principles
Wright-Patt and Greater Texas lean on a virtual presence to provide real service and build brand value.
#RelationshipGoals For A California Credit Union
CommonWealth Central strikes a chord with a campaign that builds excitement among staff, members, and community.
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AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
Markets Flip From Pricing Cuts To 50% Chance Of Hikes
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
Aaron Passman
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
Community And Member Investments Support Resiliency For The Recovery Ahead