Higher interest rates have forced members to pick and choose which debts to repay and which to postpone, which doesn’t fare well for revolving products.
The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to make a big purchase.
Interest rates and inflation meet member budgetary challenges, but this Ohio credit union has a plan for that.
TAPCO Credit Union boosted loan volumes with a campaign that put a new spin on a not-safe-for-work expression.
Some underwriting and belt-tightening, staffing and product changes are part of the response as swiftly rising rates roil the housing market.
The U.S. is experiencing a shortage of homes amid record demand, which is likely to have an impact on mortgage lending moving forward.
Supply still lags demand but price hikes are slowing, and a lot has changed in the past 15 years.
Home equity loans for remodeling can help fill the mortgage lending pipeline as the refinancing boom begins to fizzle.
Targeted promotions generate enough volume to make up for the smaller margin on home equity lines at SECU of Maryland.
Credit unions used creative ways to serve new markets and members throughout 2016, and they survived the first year of some dramatic document changes.
Ascend FCU’s senior vice president of marketing reflects on his entrance into the industry a year ago and what he’s looking forward to accomplishing in the next.
Recent studies reveal a slight uptick in optimism, but a growing share of Americans expect their finances to worsen during the next year.
Financial wellbeing isn’t about budgets or education; it’s about trust, confidence, and a sense of control.
Affinity Federal Credit Union redefines financial success by focusing on emotional confidence, community impact, and member trust.
From bonuses to candy budgets, Credit Union 1 and Purdue FCU offer tips to successfully manage one of financial services’ biggest hurdles.
Flexible, technology-driven solutions help credit unions scale their commercial lending portfolios and address staffing, efficiency, and regulatory challenges.
Bay FCU’s Brooke Morley improves communication and collaboration across departments to offer members the products they want and need.
Park Community Credit Union Foundation reimagines local philanthropy through transparent practices, grassroots partnerships, and trust-based giving.
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.