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
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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.
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?
Member Business Lending Grows In Third Quarter
November 15, 2016
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The industry sets new records as the portfolio tops $58 billion. The top 10 list spans the nation.
National And State Trends From The Latest HMDA Data
November 15, 2016
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The latest HMDA data is here. Check out trends in the mortgage industry, including state leaders.
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?
Member Business Lending Grows In Third Quarter
The industry sets new records as the portfolio tops $58 billion. The top 10 list spans the nation.
National And State Trends From The Latest HMDA Data
The latest HMDA data is here. Check out trends in the mortgage industry, including state leaders.
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A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
The Opportunity For Credit Unions In NCUA’s New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Make your succession plan strategic and give it ‘teeth’ to reap the benefits of stronger governance and more effective C-suite leadership.
Manufactured Homes Help Close The Housing Affordability Gap
Aaron Passman
Lower prices and better amenities are making pre-built homes an appealing option for credit unions looking to bolster their balance sheet and borrowers stymied by the affordable housing crisis.
How Prepared Are U.S. Workers For Retirement? The Answer Is, ‘Not Well.’
Andrew Lepczyk
Data from Vanguard shows retirement preparation declines with age, leaving no generation fully ready. The gap presents both a challenge and an opportunity for credit unions.
What’s In A Name: Chief People And Technology Officer
Savana Morie
It’s not every day a technology leader takes over HR. Vantage West’s Rob Hoyle explains why the two disciplines are linked now more than ever.
The Employee Benefit Cost Crisis And The Financial Strategy Forward-Thinking Credit Unions Are Using To Solve It
Callahan & Associates
Rising credit union benefit costs don’t have to remain a permanent operating burden.
Financial Market Jitters Escalate
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Takeaways From Day 2 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From macroeconomics to multiculturalism, the future of AI, and more, the second day of this year’s convention was packed with insights.
Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From new attitudes to new ways of thinking about service delivery, here’s a look at the first day of the industry’s biggest event.
Credit Union Storytelling With A Mission Focus
Marc Rapport
Storytelling drives growth and loyalty at Navy Federal, where real member experiences become narratives that strengthen trust, reinforce value, and build lasting relationships.