The Industry At-A-Glance, A New Branch Concept, What’s In A Name
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Three behavioral economics concepts can boost savings during a liquidity crunch.
Mike Lindberg leads a team that unifies business intelligence and focuses on returning value to the members of Wings Financial.
Credit union membership reached a new high, and first quarter growth was the highest it’s been in 15 years.
What credit unions need to know about members, lending, asset quality, share balances, and more at first quarter 2018.
Three in-school branches at area high schools help student staffers develop real-world skills and foster financial knowledge.
Credit unions continue to perform well in almost every financial category. Lending increased a robust 13.3% between September 30, 1999 and September 30, 2000, while deposits jumped 7% during the same time period. National credit union membership passed the 77 million point. Safety and soundness measures such as ROA (1.1%), capital to assets (11.5%) and loan delinquency (0.6%) are also strong.
Citadel FCU has opened eight branches under a new concept that the Pennsylvania cooperative hopes will help it reach deeper into the communities it serves.
An analysis of the credit union deposit portfolio suggests the industry has not started repricing yet.
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.

A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.

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.

Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.

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.

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.

The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.

How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.

How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.

Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
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