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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
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Midwestern Credit Unions Break New Ground With Auto Loans
Blaze, Consumers, and Interra credit unions pioneer a new path to liquidity under the guidance of Alloya Corporate.
7 Smart Loans For Life’s Big Moments
From funerals to education to gender-affirming care and beyond, credit unions are punching up the personal loan.
Aggieland Credit Union Helps Student Entrepreneurs Learn, Earn, And Return
April 21, 2025
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The Texas cooperative takes fun and philanthropy to the next level with a real-world business challenge that raised more than $57,000 for charity in one semester alone.
Fuel Sales On Your Auto And Loan Protection Products With These Winning Points
April 14, 2025
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Protection products offer a range of benefits that safeguard a borrower’s peace of mind while simultaneously buckling up their financial security.
Credit Unions Make Retirees’ Golden Years Brighter
April 14, 2025
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Half of Americans are not ready for retirement, and with an uncertain economic environment, aging credit union members need their financial institutions more than ever.
An AI Success Checklist For Credit Unions
April 7, 2025
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Key steps to help credit unions thoughtfully integrate AI across different areas to ensure a secure, effective approach to artificial intelligence.
The Callahan Guide To The 2025 Final Four
April 4, 2025
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Bracket busted? Our predictions of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball championship could help you pick a winner.
Embracing ARMs And Battling Members’ Misconceptions
March 31, 2025
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With adjustable-rate mortgages back in fashion, credit unions are educating members about the ins and outs of these products, dispelling misunderstandings along the way.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
March 31, 2025
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Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.
Help Your Members Navigate Higher Vehicle Costs
March 31, 2025
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Economic and industry challenges are reshaping the auto lending market.
How Mission And Momentum Have Revolutionized Great Lakes Credit Union
March 23, 2025
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Putting people first has transformed the Illinois-based cooperative into a local powerhouse that stands apart from the competition — and this is only the beginning.
A Year In Review And What Lies Ahead For Credit Unions In 2025
March 17, 2025
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The cooperative industry has shown much resiliency in today’s shifting economic landscape. That sets a strong precedent for weathering whatever might come.
Aggieland Credit Union Helps Student Entrepreneurs Learn, Earn, And Return
The Texas cooperative takes fun and philanthropy to the next level with a real-world business challenge that raised more than $57,000 for charity in one ...
Fuel Sales On Your Auto And Loan Protection Products With These Winning Points
Protection products offer a range of benefits that safeguard a borrower’s peace of mind while simultaneously buckling up their financial security.
Credit Unions Make Retirees’ Golden Years Brighter
Half of Americans are not ready for retirement, and with an uncertain economic environment, aging credit union members need their financial institutions more than ever. ...
An AI Success Checklist For Credit Unions
Key steps to help credit unions thoughtfully integrate AI across different areas to ensure a secure, effective approach to artificial intelligence.
The Callahan Guide To The 2025 Final Four
Bracket busted? Our predictions of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball championship could help you pick a winner.
Embracing ARMs And Battling Members’ Misconceptions
With adjustable-rate mortgages back in fashion, credit unions are educating members about the ins and outs of these products, dispelling misunderstandings along the way.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.
Help Your Members Navigate Higher Vehicle Costs
Economic and industry challenges are reshaping the auto lending market.
How Mission And Momentum Have Revolutionized Great Lakes Credit Union
Putting people first has transformed the Illinois-based cooperative into a local powerhouse that stands apart from the competition — and this is only the beginning.
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Cost Pressures Are Changing Member Behavior
Savana Morie
First quarter data shows how rising costs are pushing consumers toward flexibility and reshaping borrowing and saving habits.
WSECU Invests In Innovation To Solve Pain Points
Marc Rapport
A dedicated CUSO holding company allows WSECU to move beyond building and back fintech partners it helps shape and scale.
When Employees Own Culture, Service Follows
Savana Morie
Advancial FCU links internal service standards, employee feedback, and peer recognition to create a more consistent experience for both staff and members.
How MSUFCU Builds And Backs Fintech Solutions
Marc Rapport
MSUFCU takes a hands-on approach to fintech, piloting solutions through its in-house lab before scaling and backing them through a wholly owned CUSO.
Members Demand Digital, But They Want Branches, Too
Savana Morie
Affinity Plus FCU has a clear member service mantra: digital for daily, human when it’s hard. Its CEO and CFO share what that looks like in practice.
How A Holding Company Helps Service Credit Union Win At Fintech
Marc Rapport
The New Hampshire cooperative shares how its fintech arm, Service Ventures, evaluates investments, balances risk, and defines success.
Future Bets From Today’s Credit Unions
Marc Rapport
Industry leaders share how they approach fintech investment, balancing immediate needs with longer-term bets while keeping member value and mission at the center.
AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
A Year In Review And What Lies Ahead For Credit Unions In 2025