The Brave New World Of Green Lending
January 10, 2022
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Energy efficiency loans, zero-carbon goals, underwriting, and strategic partnerships drive lending growth at VSECU.
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ELGA Fuels Growth For Areas In Need
January 5, 2022
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The Michigan cooperative is going against the grain of other FIs by serving moderate to low-income members, opening new branches, and tapping CDFI funds to lend to people in need.
Desert Financial Leads With Heart To Conquer New Markets
November 29, 2021
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The Arizona cooperative commits time and money to fundraising, grants, and activities that revolve around the idea of giving back.
The Direct Benefits Of The Right Indirect Lending Partner
September 21, 2021
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Process improvements from beginning to end and stronger partnerships await credit unions that use the right technology and service provider.
How Credit Unions Can Leverage LOS And Analytics To Compete And Win
September 20, 2021
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AdvantEdge Digital gains traction in crowded marketplace by helping ensure member-owned cooperatives can do the same.
How Direct Lending Drives The Auto Portfolio At 2 Small Credit Unions
September 15, 2021
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When it comes to building the auto portfolio, BHCU and Seasons FCU take different directions but arrive at the same destination.
How A Former Airline Credit Union Dominates RV Loans
June 14, 2021
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Lifestyle changes intensified by the pandemic have made recreational vehicles hot sellers, and Alliant Credit Union is flying high off its RV portfolio.
Digital Car Sales: 5 Best Practices For A Booming Business
June 7, 2021
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How pairing up with an online used car retailer has helped Digital Federal Credit Union serve members during social distancing, play to partner popularity, and update an old sales model.
Limited Vehicle Supply And Rising Prices In 2021: The Perfect Storm Or Smooth Sailing For Lenders?
June 7, 2021
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Residual-based financing can help close the growing affordability gap as market demand soars for both used and new vehicles.
A Lean, Green Lending Machine
May 31, 2021
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Iowa’s largest credit union has spent nearly two decades becoming the state’s go-to lender. How did it get here? And what comes next?
The Brave New World Of Green Lending
Energy efficiency loans, zero-carbon goals, underwriting, and strategic partnerships drive lending growth at VSECU.
ELGA Fuels Growth For Areas In Need
The Michigan cooperative is going against the grain of other FIs by serving moderate to low-income members, opening new branches, and tapping CDFI funds to ...
Desert Financial Leads With Heart To Conquer New Markets
The Arizona cooperative commits time and money to fundraising, grants, and activities that revolve around the idea of giving back.
The Direct Benefits Of The Right Indirect Lending Partner
Process improvements from beginning to end and stronger partnerships await credit unions that use the right technology and service provider.
How Credit Unions Can Leverage LOS And Analytics To Compete And Win
AdvantEdge Digital gains traction in crowded marketplace by helping ensure member-owned cooperatives can do the same.
How Direct Lending Drives The Auto Portfolio At 2 Small Credit Unions
When it comes to building the auto portfolio, BHCU and Seasons FCU take different directions but arrive at the same destination.
How A Former Airline Credit Union Dominates RV Loans
Lifestyle changes intensified by the pandemic have made recreational vehicles hot sellers, and Alliant Credit Union is flying high off its RV portfolio.
Digital Car Sales: 5 Best Practices For A Booming Business
How pairing up with an online used car retailer has helped Digital Federal Credit Union serve members during social distancing, play to partner popularity, and ...
Limited Vehicle Supply And Rising Prices In 2021: The Perfect Storm Or Smooth Sailing For Lenders?
Residual-based financing can help close the growing affordability gap as market demand soars for both used and new vehicles.
A Lean, Green Lending Machine
Iowa’s largest credit union has spent nearly two decades becoming the state’s go-to lender. How did it get here? And what comes next?
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140 Million Reasons To Lend
Aaron Passman
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
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.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
Callahan & Associates
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
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.
The Affordable Housing Crisis Goes Beyond Single-Family Homes
Aaron Passman
The cost of manufactured homes has increased even faster than that of traditional houses. That can affect members’ ability to qualify for and repay those loans.