Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
Credit unions are shuffling staff and reimagining operations to make up for a slowdown in home lending.
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The Art Of Selling On Social Media
Credit unions are navigating regulatory compliance and setting guidelines to help mortgage, investment, and deposit teams gain more traction on social.
2024 Lending Outlook: Hopes, Fears, And Serving Members In The Year Ahead
Forget the Beige Book — these credit union executives offer insights on what it will take to see green.
CUbroadcast Highlights Credit Union Growth By Region
November 4, 2016
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In episode No. 658, Callahan Industry Analyst Liz Furman digs deep into national and regional data and debunks the myth that credit union membership and asset growth is strictly due to mergers.
8 Facts About HELOCs And Second Mortgages
October 31, 2016
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While home equity lines of credit and second mortgages account for a smaller portion of real estate loans, consumers are using them to a great extent.
Make A WISH. Buy A Home.
October 31, 2016
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Funds from an FHLB program helps TruWest Credit Union put members into affordable homes.
It’s A Wrap: Money 20/20 Through A Credit Union Industry Lens
October 27, 2016
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Financial tech trade show had big focus on increasing access to credit, both in rating risk and making lending fast and convenient.
The Hearts Of Non-Profits And The Mentality Of Hungry Entrepreneurs
October 24, 2016
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A Money 20/20 session on new credit scoring techniques highlights a new focus on financial inclusion and expanding the pool of potential borrowers.
Credit Union Leaders In Total Mortgage Originations
October 24, 2016
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Which 10 credit unions top the origination list in MortgageAnalyzer?
How Pacific Northwest Ironworkers Restored Its Net Worth And Built Member Value
October 24, 2016
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The small Oregon-Washington credit union uses internal efficiencies and external outreach to hit new heights.
It’s Not Your Father’s Mortgage Anymore
October 20, 2016
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Just like today’s autos, it takes a specialist to know what’s under that mortgage’s hood, and to make sure it runs like a champ.
It’s A Great Time To Be A Credit Union
October 18, 2016
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This quarter, Credit Union Strategy & Performance is all about showing off successes and looking forward to the future.
State In The Spotlight: Texas
October 18, 2016
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The Loan Star State has the highest number of credit unions at 475, and its stellar growth and member metrics evokes the saying “Don’t mess with Texas.”
CUbroadcast Highlights Credit Union Growth By Region
In episode No. 658, Callahan Industry Analyst Liz Furman digs deep into national and regional data and debunks the myth that credit union membership and ...
8 Facts About HELOCs And Second Mortgages
While home equity lines of credit and second mortgages account for a smaller portion of real estate loans, consumers are using them to a great ...
Make A WISH. Buy A Home.
Funds from an FHLB program helps TruWest Credit Union put members into affordable homes.
It’s A Wrap: Money 20/20 Through A Credit Union Industry Lens
Financial tech trade show had big focus on increasing access to credit, both in rating risk and making lending fast and convenient.
The Hearts Of Non-Profits And The Mentality Of Hungry Entrepreneurs
A Money 20/20 session on new credit scoring techniques highlights a new focus on financial inclusion and expanding the pool of potential borrowers.
Credit Union Leaders In Total Mortgage Originations
Which 10 credit unions top the origination list in MortgageAnalyzer?
How Pacific Northwest Ironworkers Restored Its Net Worth And Built Member Value
The small Oregon-Washington credit union uses internal efficiencies and external outreach to hit new heights.
It’s Not Your Father’s Mortgage Anymore
Just like today’s autos, it takes a specialist to know what’s under that mortgage’s hood, and to make sure it runs like a champ.
It’s A Great Time To Be A Credit Union
This quarter, Credit Union Strategy & Performance is all about showing off successes and looking forward to the future.
State In The Spotlight: Texas
The Loan Star State has the highest number of credit unions at 475, and its stellar growth and member metrics evokes the saying “Don’t mess ...
Browse Topics
How A Florida Credit Union Rebuilt Retention After The Great Resignation
Marc Rapport
Longer onboarding, focus groups, and peer leadership help Community First retain strong employees year after year.
What’s In A Name: Chief Efficiency Officer
Savana Morie
Kelli Wisner-Frank serves as the linchpin between finance and innovation at Community Choice Credit Union, aligning automation, smarter processes, and cost discipline to turn behind the scenes fixes into front line — and bottom-line — wins.
How SWBC’s Contact Center Solutions Help Financial Institutions Stay Connected
Callahan & Associates
Delivering human-centered service in a digital world is no longer a luxury for credit union contact centers — it’s a necessity.
Amanda Garabedian On Leadership
Savana Morie
The CEO of Adventure Credit Union shares tips to maintain credibility amid rapid executive turnover and organizational change.
FedChoice Is Ready For The Next Government Shutdown – Whenever It Comes
Aaron Passman
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
Financial Nihilism Is Real, But How Can Credit Unions Respond?
Andrew Lepczyk
When money stops making sense, people suffer a crisis of financial confidence. Now’s the time to reconnect with members to help them establish long-term stability.
Exit Interview: Cheryl Sio, MembersAlliance Credit Union
Marc Rapport
From the teller line to the corner office, CEO Cheryl Sio’s story spans five decades of industry transformation and enduring leadership lessons.
What Was Once A Safe Corner Of Credit Union Portfolios Is Now A Source Of Pain
Callahan & Associates
Structured protection strategies provide potentially higher long-term total returns than bonds while muting the volatility and downside risk traditionally associated with equities.
Jim Morrell On Leadership
Aaron Passman
The CEO of Peninsula Community Federal Credit Union highlights how active listening and lessons from the basket ball court shape a culture of inclusive banking that serves members and employees.
2026 Begins With Market Sentiment Similar To 2025
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.