State In The Spotlight: Alabama
How do credit unions in Alabama stack up against the nation?
How do credit unions in Alabama stack up against the nation?
Adding 3.1 million members over 12 months, credit unions report the highest ever membership. Here are some of the leaders in overall membership.
A dedicated team and executive oversight has allowed Listerhill Credit Union to open the floodgates to member business loan growth.
Listerhill Credit Union makes its home in a place where rock ‘n’ roll and hard work coexist.
Advisory roles are helping two credit unions engage millennial members.
In this Q&A, the CEO of Listerhill Credit Union discusses how the Alabama institution searches for relevancy, speaks to Gen Z, and captures business at the point of purchase.
Open ears, open doors, and a blank slate for new product design all helped Listerhill tailor its appeal to a young adult market.
Today, 40% fewer credit unions offer member insurance than in 2011. That’s an opportunity for credit unions to offer members a dependable product and peace of mind.
Three credit unions, each with more than eight years of experience offering member insurance, provide insights into what has made their programs successful.
Community institutions are leading the big banks in rolling out apps for Apple and Android wrist gear.

As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.

Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.

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.

Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.

A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.

A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.

Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.

Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.

How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?

Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.