Best Of October 2018
Based on October traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Based on October traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
What credit unions need to know about members, lending, asset quality, share balances, and more at second quarter 2018.
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Fort Knox FCU is raising rates on its money market account to discourage members from taking their business elsewhere.
As the industry looks for ways to accelerate deposits, it appears Iowa credit unions are ahead of the curve with higher than average share growth.
Deposit balances were on the rise as annual growth hit 5.4% in the second quarter of 2018.
Panelists at the Credit Union Summit during PayThink 2018 discuss Zelle, product integration, and staying relevant.
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
In search of liquidity, Day Air Credit Union introduces a five-year certificate at 3.05% APY.
As membership climbs higher, the variety and number of accounts members hold also rises.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.

A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.

Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.

Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.

Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.

After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.

The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.

How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.

How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.

Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.