5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2024
Originations, margins, and auto lending highlight a few of the key themes in the second quarter.
Originations, margins, and auto lending highlight a few of the key themes in the second quarter.
Whether a credit union selects a federal or state charter depends heavily on that institution’s regulatory needs and expansion goals.
Despite a likely ease in monetary policy coming soon from the Federal Reserve, early August has seen plenty of tumult.
From sky-high housing prices to increased credit card spending and beyond, these are the prime factors influencing today’s lending landscape.
With deposits per branch up 50% in the past five years, many credit unions are redeploying staff to provide more holistic offerings such as financial counseling.
With “junk fees” in the crosshairs in Washington, Callahan takes a deep dive into how that revenue impacts the balance sheet and what the future could hold.
The regulator’s Community Development Revolving Loan Fund distributed $3.8 million in grant funding last year, benefitting more than 140 credit unions.
Marketing spend is up since the onset of COVID-19, but fewer institutions are pursuing new identities, choosing instead to embrace familiarity.
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Partnerships with emerging tech firms could benefit the bottom line for credit unions in the years ahead.

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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