Different Incomes. Different Needs.
November 6, 2023
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An analysis of loan portfolios for credit unions with and without a low-income designation illustrates how consumers’ income levels impact borrowing.
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3 Trends At Low-Income And CDFI Credit Unions
October 30, 2023
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Designations focused on serving members of modest means can lead to vastly different financial outcomes for credit unions.
The Canary In The Coal Mine: Does Collateral Protection Insurance Cause Defaults — Or Prevent Them?
October 30, 2023
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Worried the CPI on a borrower’s loan might increase the likelihood of default? Good news – it’s actually an opportunity to protect your member.
Credit Union Performance Extends Beyond The Balance Sheet
October 30, 2023
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A look at how broad economic trends are impacting the bottom line at credit unions.
Navigating High Rates And Shrinking Liquidity
October 30, 2023
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Vehicles are beyond the reach of many consumers. Residual-based vehicle financing is one way to manage this quandary.
What’s In A Name: Director Of Community Homeownership Development
October 30, 2023
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WSECU creates a new role to take a holistic approach toward housing affordability in Seattle.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 World Series
October 27, 2023
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Will it be the D-Backs or Rangers in this year’s Fall Classic? Callahan’s credit union data could have the answer.
Back To School. Back To Work.
October 23, 2023
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A training program from Associated Credit Union clears a pathway from class to career.
Give First-Time Auto Buyers Some Credit
October 23, 2023
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A new program from American 1 Credit Union doesn’t let the lack of a credit score become an unsurmountable speed bump.
Lessons In Liquidity: How 2 Sunbelt Cooperatives Attract Deposits
October 23, 2023
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Checking and certificate accounts raise cash for lending and support liquidity needs at Credit Union West and Texas Trust.
Different Incomes. Different Needs.
An analysis of loan portfolios for credit unions with and without a low-income designation illustrates how consumers’ income levels impact borrowing.
3 Trends At Low-Income And CDFI Credit Unions
Designations focused on serving members of modest means can lead to vastly different financial outcomes for credit unions.
The Canary In The Coal Mine: Does Collateral Protection Insurance Cause Defaults — Or Prevent Them?
Worried the CPI on a borrower’s loan might increase the likelihood of default? Good news – it’s actually an opportunity to protect your member.
Credit Union Performance Extends Beyond The Balance Sheet
A look at how broad economic trends are impacting the bottom line at credit unions.
Navigating High Rates And Shrinking Liquidity
Vehicles are beyond the reach of many consumers. Residual-based vehicle financing is one way to manage this quandary.
What’s In A Name: Director Of Community Homeownership Development
WSECU creates a new role to take a holistic approach toward housing affordability in Seattle.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 World Series
Will it be the D-Backs or Rangers in this year's Fall Classic? Callahan's credit union data could have the answer.
Back To School. Back To Work.
A training program from Associated Credit Union clears a pathway from class to career.
Give First-Time Auto Buyers Some Credit
A new program from American 1 Credit Union doesn’t let the lack of a credit score become an unsurmountable speed bump.
Lessons In Liquidity: How 2 Sunbelt Cooperatives Attract Deposits
Checking and certificate accounts raise cash for lending and support liquidity needs at Credit Union West and Texas Trust.
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