Comment Now, Comment Later
February 13, 2015
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Industry preparing RBC commentary as NCUA rolls out annual regulatory review list with more to consider, and a deadline in August.
Blogs
CFPB Should Expand ‘Small Lender’ Definition
February 13, 2015
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Qualified mortgage rules should reflect bigger credit unions as part of the solution, not part of the problem.
Orlando FCU Posts Year-End Mortgage Success
February 12, 2015
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First mortgage loans outstanding and originations accelerated during the fourth quarter at the Florida credit union.
Compounding The Problem
February 12, 2015
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Albert Einstein hailed the power of compounding interest. But that power works both ways, as payday lenders well know.
McGraw-Hill Drives Auto Lending Higher
February 12, 2015
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A New Jersey credit union uses two channels to boost new auto loans in fourth quarter 2014.
4 Lessons From Failed Mergers
February 11, 2015
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To coincide with the merger webinar hosted by Callahan & Associates, here are four infamous examples and lessons from failed mergers in the communications and retail industries.
Different Sides, Same Coin
February 9, 2015
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This week, CreditUnions.com takes a deeper dive into two complementary, yet often misused, concepts that underpin credit union success — productivity and efficiency.
The Difference Between Productivity And Efficiency
February 8, 2015
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This cheat sheet offers a visual breakdown of the meaning behind two often-confused metrics.
Economic Up Tempo May Prompt Rate Ratchet
February 6, 2015
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Rising wages, employment may be greeted by rate hikes as Fed works to direct economic harmony.
Immigration Order Spurs Huge Chance To Serve
February 6, 2015
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Credit union advocates react to Obama move with call to grab market share while serving up trusted financial resources.
Comment Now, Comment Later
Industry preparing RBC commentary as NCUA rolls out annual regulatory review list with more to consider, and a deadline in August.
Orlando FCU Posts Year-End Mortgage Success
First mortgage loans outstanding and originations accelerated during the fourth quarter at the Florida credit union.
Compounding The Problem
Albert Einstein hailed the power of compounding interest. But that power works both ways, as payday lenders well know.
McGraw-Hill Drives Auto Lending Higher
A New Jersey credit union uses two channels to boost new auto loans in fourth quarter 2014.
4 Lessons From Failed Mergers
To coincide with the merger webinar hosted by Callahan & Associates, here are four infamous examples and lessons from failed mergers in the communications and ...
Different Sides, Same Coin
This week, CreditUnions.com takes a deeper dive into two complementary, yet often misused, concepts that underpin credit union success — productivity and efficiency.
The Difference Between Productivity And Efficiency
This cheat sheet offers a visual breakdown of the meaning behind two often-confused metrics.
Economic Up Tempo May Prompt Rate Ratchet
Rising wages, employment may be greeted by rate hikes as Fed works to direct economic harmony.
Immigration Order Spurs Huge Chance To Serve
Credit union advocates react to Obama move with call to grab market share while serving up trusted financial resources.
Browse Topics
AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
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.
CFPB Should Expand ‘Small Lender’ Definition