Community Financial Flips The Script On Junk Fees
The Michigan credit union has dropped punitive overdraft fees in favor of a checking account feature that helps members save money when their spending outstrips
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The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
7 Liquidity Trends From The First Quarter
Liquidity has been front of mind for credit union leaders in recent quarters as loan and share growth battle it out on the balance sheet.
Trendwatch 3Q25
November 18, 2025
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Join Callahan and guests as we breakdown credit union trends in 3Q25
Forward Guidance Less Clear After October Rate Cut
November 18, 2025
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
JetStream FCU Turns CDFI Funding Into Lifelines After Hurricane Maria
November 17, 2025
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A pair of CDFI grants allowed the Florida-based credit union to help members restart their lives on the island or relocate to the United States.
CreditUnions.com Top Picks For 2025
November 17, 2025
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The editorial team at Callahan & Associates weighs in on stories that defined 2025 through actionable strategies, meaningful insights, and perspectives that continue to influence the cooperative movement.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
November 11, 2025
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Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.
How 2 Marketing Teams Organize For Impact
November 10, 2025
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The organizational structures for the marketing teams at 3Rivers FCU and Leaders Credit Union couldn’t be more different, but they share a common goal.
Affordable Housing Isn’t About Business. It’s About People.
November 10, 2025
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NOLA Firemen’s FCU helps members qualify for a mortgage in a state where poverty is high and insurance premiums are keeping many would-be borrowers out of a home.
CECL Common Challenges
November 5, 2025
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Join Empyrean as they break down the most pressing CECL pain points — what frustrates bankers, what auditors scrutinize, and what regulators are asking.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
November 5, 2025
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Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
2 Hot Takes On Member Growth
November 3, 2025
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Member growth is slowing. What can credit unions do about it? Callahan experts explore how purpose and financial wellbeing might be the key to sustainable member growth.
Trendwatch 3Q25
Join Callahan and guests as we breakdown credit union trends in 3Q25
JetStream FCU Turns CDFI Funding Into Lifelines After Hurricane Maria
A pair of CDFI grants allowed the Florida-based credit union to help members restart their lives on the island or relocate to the United States.
CreditUnions.com Top Picks For 2025
The editorial team at Callahan & Associates weighs in on stories that defined 2025 through actionable strategies, meaningful insights, and perspectives that continue to influence ...
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.
How 2 Marketing Teams Organize For Impact
The organizational structures for the marketing teams at 3Rivers FCU and Leaders Credit Union couldn’t be more different, but they share a common goal.
Affordable Housing Isn’t About Business. It’s About People.
NOLA Firemen’s FCU helps members qualify for a mortgage in a state where poverty is high and insurance premiums are keeping many would-be borrowers out ...
CECL Common Challenges
Join Empyrean as they break down the most pressing CECL pain points — what frustrates bankers, what auditors scrutinize, and what regulators are asking.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
2 Hot Takes On Member Growth
Member growth is slowing. What can credit unions do about it? Callahan experts explore how purpose and financial wellbeing might be the key to sustainable ...
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It’s Been A Noisy, Yet Resilient Year For The U.S. Economy
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Every Member Deserves A Financial Oasis
Callahan & Associates
Discover how First Alliance Credit Union is redefining success by putting values and member needs at the heart of everything it does.
6 Lessons For Credit Unions From Craft Breweries
Alix Patterson
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
The K-Shaped Recovery And An Economy Divided
Tony Waltrich
Inflation, debt, and income inequality are fueling a K-shaped, post-pandemic recovery, widening the gap between different economic segments and challenging lower-income households.
Quarterly Market Snapshot And Two-Year Financial Statement
Callahan & Associates
Quarterly performance reports from Callahan & Associates highlight important metrics from across the credit union industry. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the financial statement has never been easier.
How Asset Size Shapes Credit Union Performance Across 3 Metrics
Omar Shalabi
Explore how credit union size influences growth, lending, and efficiency.
Members Are On The Move. Credit Unions Are Here For Them.
Sherry Virden
Accelerating membership growth signals the increasing influence of credit unions amid evolving interest rate trends and economic challenges.
3 Ways Falling Rates Are Poised To Impact Credit Union Balance Sheets
Andrew Lepczyk
Falling interest rates are changing the game for credit unions. Explore how potential shifts in lending, savings, and margins are set to affect the bottom line.
Leaders Of The Pack: The Top 20 Cores For Credit Unions
Omar Shalabi
Explore the subtle shifts redefining the credit union core processing space and how these movements shape growth, innovation, and member experience.
A Fresh Start For A Timeless Mission
Callahan & Associates
The combination of the right philosophy and the right technology can set credit unions up for success even during difficult economic times.
Forward Guidance Less Clear After October Rate Cut