It’s Time To SOAR
March 14, 2017
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A focus on aspirations and results trumps obsessing about weaknesses and threats.
Credit Union Industry Commentary
Big Promises. High Expectations.
March 9, 2017
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Last week’s Dow rally fades into memory as the market looks for additional positive reinforcement.
Credit Union “Sales” Use Secrecy To Undermine The Movement
March 8, 2017
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Some mergers now appear to be little more than bank-like takeovers, without the transparency.
The NCUA May Have Just Given Us What We Want. Now What?
March 6, 2017
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The NCUA board chair’s GAC speech may pave the way for a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the credit union movement to leverage the loosened shackles of regulatory reform. Are we up to it?
Why Can’t Bigger Be Better?
March 2, 2017
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This is not an indictment of large credit unions. Instead, I hope it’s a reminder to all of us of why we’re here.
A Big Reward For Good Behavior
March 2, 2017
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The stock market reacted to Trump’s speech on Tuesday with a triple-digit jump on Wednesday.
GAC Week And A Movement’s Heart For Growth
March 2, 2017
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Talk about action on technology, analytics, touchpoints, and the personal touch highlight the credit union industry’s largest gathering.
An Open Window
February 23, 2017
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The March meeting is the Fed’s best shot to start what it claims will be three tightenings this year.
How The NCUA Can Speed Up Bailout Returns
February 21, 2017
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Merging the corporate credit union fund with the share insurance fund is an idea worth considering.
Smart Money Plays Dumb
February 16, 2017
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Wall Street has fought the bull market for the past year, always looking for a better buying opportunity.
Big Promises. High Expectations.
Last week's Dow rally fades into memory as the market looks for additional positive reinforcement.
Credit Union “Sales” Use Secrecy To Undermine The Movement
Some mergers now appear to be little more than bank-like takeovers, without the transparency.
The NCUA May Have Just Given Us What We Want. Now What?
The NCUA board chair's GAC speech may pave the way for a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the credit union movement to leverage the loosened shackles of ...
Why Can’t Bigger Be Better?
This is not an indictment of large credit unions. Instead, I hope it’s a reminder to all of us of why we're here.
A Big Reward For Good Behavior
The stock market reacted to Trump’s speech on Tuesday with a triple-digit jump on Wednesday.
GAC Week And A Movement’s Heart For Growth
Talk about action on technology, analytics, touchpoints, and the personal touch highlight the credit union industry’s largest gathering.
An Open Window
The March meeting is the Fed’s best shot to start what it claims will be three tightenings this year.
How The NCUA Can Speed Up Bailout Returns
Merging the corporate credit union fund with the share insurance fund is an idea worth considering.
Smart Money Plays Dumb
Wall Street has fought the bull market for the past year, always looking for a better buying opportunity.
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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.
Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History And Culture
Aaron Passman
How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
It’s Time To SOAR