With adjustable-rate mortgages back in fashion, credit unions are educating members about the ins and outs of these products, dispelling misunderstandings along the way.
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.
The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to make a big purchase.
As the market shifts and borrowing costs rise, adjustable-rate home loans are becoming popular once again.
Credit union mortgage market share is largely unchanged from one year ago; however, the percentage of adjustable-rate loans has jumped substantially.
Secondary market sales of burgeoning credit union mortgage share remains dominant, but credit unions are selling more loans to each other, too.
Volunteers help credit unions understand more clearly the needs and wants of the community. An active Board of Directors aids in membership and business growth.
PenFed’s large stake in unusual adjustable rate mortgages helps defend against rate hikes while bolstering its bottom line.
What are credit unions doing to increase their visibility in the mortgage market?
Products and services drive organic growth and deeper relationships at United FCU.
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
Discover how First Alliance Credit Union is redefining success by putting values and member needs at the heart of everything it does.
Explore the subtle shifts redefining the credit union core processing space and how these movements shape growth, innovation, and member experience.
The combination of the right philosophy and the right technology can set credit unions up for success even during difficult economic times.
Nearly 100 credit unions are providing Buy Now, Pay Later to their members, and their banking cores are giving them a surprising competitive advantage.
A perspective from Garrhett Petrea, vice president of sales and a Zillennial, on why outdated cores threaten the next generation of members and what leaders must do now.
Driving digital delivery? Evaluating vendor platforms? Sharpening tech strategy for a new year? This week of insights is built for credit union leaders looking to stay ahead.
Having weathered a difficult five years, U.S households have modestly improved their financial situation in the short term; their long-term prognosis is murkier.
Third quarter performance data is a reminder that credit unions perform best when conditions are hardest.
From cross-cooperative collaboration to well-timed relief products and services, credit unions are lightening the holiday budget burden.