3 Lending Trends From The Third Quarter Of 2021
February 7, 2022
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First mortgage and used auto dominate the loan portfolio, but commercial lending is hitting an all-time high.
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3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2021
November 15, 2021
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Credit union success on the balance sheet and income statement in the third quarter is creating new opportunities for future impact.
The Build Vs. Buy Decision For CECL Implementation
November 9, 2021
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How credit unions can avoid “analysis paralysis” as January 2023 deadline draws near.
CECL Is Coming: Are You Prepared?
October 4, 2021
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Here are some key points to consider about being qualitatively and quantitatively prepared for the new Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) standards.
Delinquency Management During Coronavirus
June 7, 2021
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Collections strategies should consider the outsourcing of early stage delinquency to experience the cost savings and compliant expertise as the delinquency rate remains uncertain.
Industry Trends: Loans (4Q20)
April 5, 2021
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Mortgage originations set a quarterly record while consumer lending rebounded in the fourth quarter of 2020. Further economic reopening brings optimism, but the industry must monitor pandemic-related declines in asset quality.
3 Lending Trends To Inform Strategy In 2021
November 2, 2020
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Loan performance in 2020 might shed light on the future of credit union lending.
Credit And Debit Use Grow, But So Do Delinquencies
November 26, 2019
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Member engagement is on the rise as credit unions build on post-recession membership surge.
5 Standard Reports Your Outsourced Collections Partner Should Provide
October 7, 2019
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If your credit union works with a third-party vendor for your collections efforts, you know how important it is to ensure your partners perform at an optimal level. These are the five standard reports that you should expect from your collections partner.
6 Ways To Boost Non-Interest Income
August 12, 2019
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A monthly collection of Callahan content that, together, addresses a single topic from a variety of perspectives.
3 Lending Trends From The Third Quarter Of 2021
First mortgage and used auto dominate the loan portfolio, but commercial lending is hitting an all-time high.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2021
Credit union success on the balance sheet and income statement in the third quarter is creating new opportunities for future impact.
The Build Vs. Buy Decision For CECL Implementation
How credit unions can avoid "analysis paralysis" as January 2023 deadline draws near.
CECL Is Coming: Are You Prepared?
Here are some key points to consider about being qualitatively and quantitatively prepared for the new Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) standards.
Delinquency Management During Coronavirus
Collections strategies should consider the outsourcing of early stage delinquency to experience the cost savings and compliant expertise as the delinquency rate remains uncertain.
Industry Trends: Loans (4Q20)
Mortgage originations set a quarterly record while consumer lending rebounded in the fourth quarter of 2020. Further economic reopening brings optimism, but the industry must ...
3 Lending Trends To Inform Strategy In 2021
Loan performance in 2020 might shed light on the future of credit union lending.
Credit And Debit Use Grow, But So Do Delinquencies
Member engagement is on the rise as credit unions build on post-recession membership surge.
5 Standard Reports Your Outsourced Collections Partner Should Provide
If your credit union works with a third-party vendor for your collections efforts, you know how important it is to ensure your partners perform at ...
6 Ways To Boost Non-Interest Income
A monthly collection of Callahan content that, together, addresses a single topic from a variety of perspectives.
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Credit Unions At A Crossroads: Shifts, Risks, And Opportunities
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A radical shift is taking place in the way consumers move money and engage with their financial institution.
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