The New Retirement Reality Reveals Startling Facts
July 28, 2025
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A 2025 BlackRock survey presents a snapshot of retirement readiness and shows Americans are saving, struggling, and still working.
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Digital Wallet Usage Skews Younger, But Becoming More Ubiquitous
July 7, 2025
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Those born before 1980 use digital wallets at a lower rate than younger consumers, but adoption levels are nearly equal across income levels.
Forging A Bridge From Classroom To Career
June 16, 2025
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Credit union internship programs address equity and access, offering the extra credit students need as they prepare to enter the workforce.
It’s Not The Fancy Stuff — It’s Bills Paid On Time
May 19, 2025
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Americans increasingly value security over showy when it comes to financial happiness.
When It Comes To Wage Growth, Does It Finally Pay To Stay?
April 21, 2025
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For the first time in 15 years, salary growth for loyal employees outpaces those who leap from job to job.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
March 31, 2025
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Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.
It’s More Expensive Than Ever For Members To Insure A Car
February 23, 2025
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Recent data shows the cost of auto insurance has dramatically outpaced car prices in the last two decades.
Consumers Love Credit Unions … Or, At Least, They Want To
February 10, 2025
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A study of U.S. consumers shows the crucial role digital offerings play in winning over members looking for ease, accessibility, and personalization.
Callahan Quiz: Guess That Graph
February 3, 2025
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Test your knowledge of credit union lending trends in this consumer behavior pop quiz.
Credit Unions Can Support Americans’ No. 1 New Year’s Resolution
January 1, 2025
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Consumers desperately want to save money, but an overwhelming majority say one or more obstacles stand in their way.
The New Retirement Reality Reveals Startling Facts
A 2025 BlackRock survey presents a snapshot of retirement readiness and shows Americans are saving, struggling, and still working.
Digital Wallet Usage Skews Younger, But Becoming More Ubiquitous
Those born before 1980 use digital wallets at a lower rate than younger consumers, but adoption levels are nearly equal across income levels.
Forging A Bridge From Classroom To Career
Credit union internship programs address equity and access, offering the extra credit students need as they prepare to enter the workforce.
It’s Not The Fancy Stuff — It’s Bills Paid On Time
Americans increasingly value security over showy when it comes to financial happiness.
When It Comes To Wage Growth, Does It Finally Pay To Stay?
For the first time in 15 years, salary growth for loyal employees outpaces those who leap from job to job.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.
It’s More Expensive Than Ever For Members To Insure A Car
Recent data shows the cost of auto insurance has dramatically outpaced car prices in the last two decades.
Consumers Love Credit Unions … Or, At Least, They Want To
A study of U.S. consumers shows the crucial role digital offerings play in winning over members looking for ease, accessibility, and personalization.
Callahan Quiz: Guess That Graph
Test your knowledge of credit union lending trends in this consumer behavior pop quiz.
Credit Unions Can Support Americans’ No. 1 New Year’s Resolution
Consumers desperately want to save money, but an overwhelming majority say one or more obstacles stand in their way.
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Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Data And Decision Intelligence
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions use data to boost service levels and improve efficiencies.
A New Product Playbook Is Driving Change At Premier Credit Union
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In order to adopt a more proactive strategy, the Iowa cooperative is using a dedicated product development team to promote visibility and follow-through from idea to launch.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: AI-Powered Member Experience
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This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions can use AI to combine cutting-edge technology with old-school member service.
When Members Don’t Turn To FIs, They Turn To Friends And Family
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Financial advice comes in many forms. How can credits union make sure they are the No. 1 choice for their members?
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Reimagining The Lending Experience
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This year’s finalists are uncovering new ways to harness the power of technology to improve and expand lending across the industry.
A Small Match Builds Big Emergency Savings At Lake Trust
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A program to help staffers improve their savings skills generated more than $200,000 in deposits and helped change participants’ financial habits.
Credit Union Data Predicts Who Will Win Super Bowl 2026
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As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
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Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
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Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
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Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.