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.
Credit Union Mortgage Market Share Growth Outpaces Banks
November 7, 2016
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Four can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Lending By The Numbers (2Q 2016)
November 7, 2016
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Check out how the credit union loan portfolio fared in the first six months of 2016.
U.S. Mortgages: Credit Unions Vs. Banks
November 7, 2016
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What does new Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data say about credit union performance?
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.
Credit Union Mortgage Market Share Growth Outpaces Banks
Four can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Lending By The Numbers (2Q 2016)
Check out how the credit union loan portfolio fared in the first six months of 2016.
U.S. Mortgages: Credit Unions Vs. Banks
What does new Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data say about credit union performance?
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.
Browse Topics
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.