In this Q&A, CRIF Select President Jeremy Engbrecht explains how credit unions are navigating the competitive indirect auto loan industry.
Penetration growth is uneven across product lines, with share draft and auto loans blazing a trail in the past decade while other products remain stagnant.
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.
Credit unions are facing unique challenges as economic pressures deter potential buyers who are struggling with affordability.
New stores of federal funding are now available to help credit unions cultivate a growing business in solar and more.
There are different motivations for delving into green lending, but five in particular apply to the strategic focus of credit unions.
More than half of Americans younger than 50 say they would consider purchasing an electric vehicle. That’s an opportunity for credit unions.
By offering financing options at the top of the funnel, lenders can influence purchasing decisions and establish themselves as trusted financial partners.
Following years of elevated output, lending returned to historic norms in 2023.
The right streamlined processes plus industry insight supports auto portfolio growth.
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.
Green Lending: What Is Your ‘Why?’