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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.
Why Credit Unions Need To Beware The TCPA
December 1, 2016
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Class-action suits pile up and it’s very easy to run afoul of complex, outdated regulations surrounding auto-calls and collections.
Industry Performance By The Numbers (3Q 2016)
December 1, 2016
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Twenty-eight graphs, charts, and maps that evaluate credit union performance in the third quarter of 2016.
A Wake-Up Call In 2017?
December 1, 2016
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The year of the monkey is in the books. Say hello to the year of the rooster.
State In The Spotlight: Pennsylvania
December 1, 2016
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Besting national averages across various penetration and efficiency rates, financial cooperatives in the Keystone State are efficiently serving members and expanding books of business with their current staffing models.
State By State Growth Rates For 3Q 2016
November 30, 2016
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Credit union asset, loan, share, and member growth were strong in the third quarter of 2016, both for the industry and on a state-by-state level.
One Size Fits None
November 22, 2016
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A multichannel marketing strategy yields success in a dual market.
Are You Working The Odds?
November 22, 2016
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Greater Nevada shares seven changes it has made over the past decade that have helped it succeed, no matter how the dice roll.
3 Ways To Reward Loyal Members
November 21, 2016
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Credit unions in Texas, Tennessee, and Arizona share pricing structures and best practices for relationship-based loan products.
Rewards For Loyalty, Booms And Busts, And Credit Union Earnings
November 21, 2016
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Three can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2016
November 17, 2016
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Shares, member business loans, and the fallout from the Wells Fargo scandal. How did credit unions perform in the third quarter?
Why Credit Unions Need To Beware The TCPA
Class-action suits pile up and it’s very easy to run afoul of complex, outdated regulations surrounding auto-calls and collections.
Industry Performance By The Numbers (3Q 2016)
Twenty-eight graphs, charts, and maps that evaluate credit union performance in the third quarter of 2016.
A Wake-Up Call In 2017?
The year of the monkey is in the books. Say hello to the year of the rooster.
State In The Spotlight: Pennsylvania
Besting national averages across various penetration and efficiency rates, financial cooperatives in the Keystone State are efficiently serving members and expanding books of business with ...
State By State Growth Rates For 3Q 2016
Credit union asset, loan, share, and member growth were strong in the third quarter of 2016, both for the industry and on a state-by-state level. ...
Are You Working The Odds?
Greater Nevada shares seven changes it has made over the past decade that have helped it succeed, no matter how the dice roll.
3 Ways To Reward Loyal Members
Credit unions in Texas, Tennessee, and Arizona share pricing structures and best practices for relationship-based loan products.
Rewards For Loyalty, Booms And Busts, And Credit Union Earnings
Three can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2016
Shares, member business loans, and the fallout from the Wells Fargo scandal. How did credit unions perform in the third quarter?
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What Makes Good AI Policy? Start With Curiosity And Accountability.
Marc Rapport
As credit unions move from experimentation to adoption, leaders offer firsthand knowledge on what separates weak policies from strong ones that actually work.
Governance And Guardrails Help Credit Unions Navigate AI
Aaron Passman
How Members Cooperative focuses on structure, oversight, and clear expectations to ensure AI supports, not undermines, long term strategy.
What’s In A Name: Chief AI Officer
Aaron Passman
As Hudson Valley Credit Union’s artificial intelligence chief, Preetha Sekharan holds a rare role in the industry, but it’s one that is likely to become far more common in the future.
All Eyes On AI
Aaron Passman
Artificial intelligence for credit unions has moved from a future concept to today’s full-fledged leadership and governance challenge.
The Callahan Guide To The 2026 Final Four
Tony Waltrich
What happens when credit union performance data meets March Madness? Callahan’s proprietary model breaks down state-level results to forecast who takes home the hardware.
A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
How Does BCU Put AI Policy Into Practice?
Marc Rapport
AI governance matters as much as innovation when it comes to AI. Learn how BCU built an AI practice that prioritizes data integrity, risk management, and real world decision making.