Hello, Venmo (Goodbye, Checking Account)
Gen Z sees the P2P payments service as more than just a way to split the cost of a night out – it’s also a social platform and de facto checking account.
Gen Z sees the P2P payments service as more than just a way to split the cost of a night out – it’s also a social platform and de facto checking account.
Consumers are taking to fintech at a rapid pace, according to a recent study, with those age 56 and older representing the fastest-growing user demographic.
After two years of swings, first-quarter return on assets at credit unions was back in line with where things stood before COVID-19 upended the economic environment.
A mentoring experience offered one participant the chance to better understand biases, stand in another person’s shoes, and put DEI principles into action.
First mortgage originations at credit unions have risen substantially in the last decade, a period in which median home values have nearly doubled.
The industry can fill a void on the social app, where posts intended as financial education are frequently just vehicles for content creators to promote their personal brands.
How did credit unions perform in the first three months of the year? Learn this and other insights from Callahan’s quarterly webinar.
Strong loan growth combined with increased investment and fee income helped propel credit union net income during the first quarter.
The credit union balance sheet is shifting as the U.S. economy enters a post-pandemic reality.
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.

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.
What Happened To Investments And Cash Balances In The First Quarter?