In The Year 2025
June 30, 2016
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Future shock, building a credit union blockchain, and a sustainable initiative to create credit union awareness were all topics at America’s Credit Union Conference.
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CFPB Payday Lending Rule Requires Speaking Up
June 23, 2016
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New regs would provide a safe harbor under NCUA rule, but some say the effects could re-define small-dollar lending and sharply reduce availability.
Credit Unions Are Making Their Mark In Auto Lending
June 6, 2016
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Indirect lending helps the credit union industry build market share amid booming auto sales.
Is There An Auto Bubble In Credit Union Land?
June 6, 2016
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Credit union ledgers show no froth amid larger financial industry reports about a growing subprime auto loan bubble.
Why Vibrant Credit Union Doubled Down On Direct Lending
June 6, 2016
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The Illinois credit union phased out its indirect lending efforts and posted major gains in its auto portfolio.
Auto Lending By The Numbers (4Q 2015)
June 6, 2016
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More than 19 million members hold an auto loan originated by a credit union. What does that mean for the industry’s auto loan portfolio?
How To Map Your Way To Greater Indirect Lending Success
June 6, 2016
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These five areas of focus can help you better deal with dealers and win more business for your credit union.
Turning Lemons Into Lemonade
June 6, 2016
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GAP insurance can help lenders make lemons out of lemonade in a time of low interest rates.
How Credit Unions Are Driving Auto Growth
June 6, 2016
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This week, CreditUnions.com looks at different sources of auto loans, from the indirect channel to leases, and considers the possibility of a subprime auto bubble.
The Rise Of Indirect Lending
June 6, 2016
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Indirect auto lending overtook direct lending one year ago, and first quarter data shows no sign of a slow down.
In The Year 2025
Future shock, building a credit union blockchain, and a sustainable initiative to create credit union awareness were all topics at America’s Credit Union Conference.
CFPB Payday Lending Rule Requires Speaking Up
New regs would provide a safe harbor under NCUA rule, but some say the effects could re-define small-dollar lending and sharply reduce availability.
Credit Unions Are Making Their Mark In Auto Lending
Indirect lending helps the credit union industry build market share amid booming auto sales.
Is There An Auto Bubble In Credit Union Land?
Credit union ledgers show no froth amid larger financial industry reports about a growing subprime auto loan bubble.
Why Vibrant Credit Union Doubled Down On Direct Lending
The Illinois credit union phased out its indirect lending efforts and posted major gains in its auto portfolio.
Auto Lending By The Numbers (4Q 2015)
More than 19 million members hold an auto loan originated by a credit union. What does that mean for the industry’s auto loan portfolio?
How To Map Your Way To Greater Indirect Lending Success
These five areas of focus can help you better deal with dealers and win more business for your credit union.
Turning Lemons Into Lemonade
GAP insurance can help lenders make lemons out of lemonade in a time of low interest rates.
How Credit Unions Are Driving Auto Growth
This week, CreditUnions.com looks at different sources of auto loans, from the indirect channel to leases, and considers the possibility of a subprime auto bubble.
The Rise Of Indirect Lending
Indirect auto lending overtook direct lending one year ago, and first quarter data shows no sign of a slow down.
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Government Shutdown? Credit Unions Know The Drill.
Aaron Passman
With three full government shutdowns and repeated trips to the precipice in the past 25 years, credit unions have had plenty of opportunity to refine how they approach helping members during work stoppages.
Is Revenge Savings A Fad? Or A Financial Shift?
Andrew Lepczyk
After years of post-pandemic splurges for the well-to-do and inflationary pain for the less well off, more Americans are shifting to a discipline of saving. Here’s what that means for members and how credit unions can turn the trend into opportunity.
Lake Trust Builds Small Business Bench Strength In Michigan
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With nearly all Michigan businesses classified as small, Lake Trust’s Entrepreneurial Institute, launched in partnership with Cleary University, helps owners sharpen skills, access resources, and reinforce local economic resilience.
Bridging The Credit Confidence Gap Across Generations
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Helping members understand and manage their credit score creates a powerful opportunity for credit unions.
Bridging The Gap: How Fractional CFO Services Empower Small To Mid-Sized Credit Unions
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Struggling to find full-time CFO talent? Discover how fractional CFO services provide strategic financial leadership tailored to the needs and budgets of small and mid-sized credit unions.
From Foster Care To Financial Wellness
Savana Morie
From transitional housing in Utah to custom bank accounts in Texas, two CEOs share how their credit unions are supporting young adults aging out of foster care.
Brent Rempe On Leadership
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From classrooms to credit unions, Brent Rempe’s approach as CEO at First Alliance Credit Union blends education, service, and purpose-driven leadership.
Is Your Credit Union Resilient Enough For 2026 And Beyond?
Rebecca Wessler
Resilient credit unions don’t just make plans — they build the muscle to bend, bounce back, and boldly adapt.
Credit Unions Bring Main Street Voices To Fed Advisory Councils
Savana Morie
Credit union leaders bring Main Street realities to the Fed, proving that from housing to tariffs, advocacy starts with mission-driven voices at the table.
What Is The Personal Savings Rate? And Why Should Credit Unions Care?
Andrew Lepczyk
Americans are saving a historically low amount of money. Armed with that insight, credit unions can strengthen savings habits.