Credit Unions Take A Big Step Toward Instant Payments
September 11, 2023
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Early adopters of FedNow embrace the Federal Reserve’s answer to fintechs like Venmo and Paypal.
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Home Ownership Is Out Of Reach
June 26, 2023
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Housing is less affordable today than it was before the 2008 housing crisis. How did we get here? And how can credit unions help?
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 Final Four
March 28, 2023
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The sports analysts at Callahan & Associates wrap up March Madness with predictions based on credit union performance data. Which team will reign supreme?
Exit Interview: Dave Roughton, SAFE Credit Union
February 13, 2023
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From the coin vault to the corner office, Dave Roughton looks back on a career and to the future of an industry with impact in mind.
Tiny Houses Are Helping Redwood Credit Union Address A Big Problem
February 6, 2023
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The California-based cooperative is writing loans for small properties to help combat the affordable-housing crisis.
A Big Day Of Giving For Golden 1 Credit Union
November 28, 2022
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Along with GivingTuesday, the California cooperative takes part in an annual Sacramento-based event that supports local nonprofits.
Impact Strategies From November 2022
November 28, 2022
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A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
6 Roles That Make The Most Of Member Experience
October 31, 2022
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Retail banks and credit unions were among the first industries to focus on customer experience. These roles demonstrate how any cooperative can improve upon theirs.
California Cooperatives Both Get A Win From Shared-Branch Arrangement
October 31, 2022
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A pair of Sacramento-area credit unions have embarked on a relatively unique partnership, sharing a single facility to serve their respective memberships.
It’s Time To Join The Robot Revolution
October 31, 2022
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AI, chat bots, autonomous programs, and more are improving member service and back-office efficiency.
Credit Unions Take A Big Step Toward Instant Payments
Early adopters of FedNow embrace the Federal Reserve's answer to fintechs like Venmo and Paypal.
Home Ownership Is Out Of Reach
Housing is less affordable today than it was before the 2008 housing crisis. How did we get here? And how can credit unions help?
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 Final Four
The sports analysts at Callahan & Associates wrap up March Madness with predictions based on credit union performance data. Which team will reign supreme?
Exit Interview: Dave Roughton, SAFE Credit Union
From the coin vault to the corner office, Dave Roughton looks back on a career and to the future of an industry with impact in ...
Tiny Houses Are Helping Redwood Credit Union Address A Big Problem
The California-based cooperative is writing loans for small properties to help combat the affordable-housing crisis.
A Big Day Of Giving For Golden 1 Credit Union
Along with GivingTuesday, the California cooperative takes part in an annual Sacramento-based event that supports local nonprofits.
Impact Strategies From November 2022
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
6 Roles That Make The Most Of Member Experience
Retail banks and credit unions were among the first industries to focus on customer experience. These roles demonstrate how any cooperative can improve upon theirs. ...
California Cooperatives Both Get A Win From Shared-Branch Arrangement
A pair of Sacramento-area credit unions have embarked on a relatively unique partnership, sharing a single facility to serve their respective memberships.
It’s Time To Join The Robot Revolution
AI, chat bots, autonomous programs, and more are improving member service and back-office efficiency.
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The annual conference offered insights on why service organizations remain a strategic asset for credit unions and how collaboration, AI, and advocacy are shaping what comes next.
Why Financial Empowerment Matters More Than Financial Literacy
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Alltru FCU stopped treating education as the end goal. Now, financial empowerment guides product design, access, and risk decisions.
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More than 50 million U.S. households earn less than the minimum average income needed to cover basic costs of living.
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Automatic enrollment and community partnerships help the credit union foundation expand access to early savings for underserved families.
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Studies show credit card debt and Buy Now, Pay Later usage continue to rise. Bigger increases could be around the corner.
Credit Human Redefines ‘Green’ In The Heart Of Texas
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The credit union completed a three acre headquarters campus in 2021 that offers 52% more space while consuming a fraction of the resources. It’s a model of how cooperatives can lead on sustainability without sacrificing performance.
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CDFI credit unions might be fewer in number, but their impact reaches millions of members, and their footprint highlights how targeted mission can translate into broad, measurable reach.
Serving The Underserved Without Accepting Preventable Fraud Losses
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Preventable fraud losses quietly erode credit union margins. The difference between a 25% and 6% loss rate isn’t risk. It’s execution.
Inside An In-School Model That Links Classrooms With College And Careers
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Holy Rosary Credit Union has embedded itself into a local high school’s career and technical education program, offering scholarships, internships, and courses eligible for college credit.
6 Credit Union Executive Priorities For 2026
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Credit union leaders want to know where peers are placing their focus. These six priorities reflect how leadership teams are responding to change with intention and clarity.