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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.
How To Better Serve Younger Members
September 29, 2016
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Takeaways from Empower U 2016, as well as how one credit union lowered its average member age.
Another Reason Credit Unions Aren’t Wells Fargo
September 29, 2016
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Student lending predatory practices at big banks highlight the credit union difference.
Texas Credit Unions
September 26, 2016
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How do financial cooperatives in the Lone Star State stack up against other credit unions?
How TDECU Increased Average Monthly Indirect Volume By 33% In Just 6 Months
September 26, 2016
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The Texas credit union outsourced processing and funding services to bring in more business and members.
Private Student Lending Leads To More Than Just A Loan
September 26, 2016
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A college loan can be, and often is, the foundation of a long-lasting relationship between a member and a credit union.
Indirect Lending Grows Its Direct Impact On Credit Unions
September 22, 2016
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New car balances take up more of the portfolio, but big credit unions find big business in indirect lending.
CUbroadcast Highlights Four States Leading The Nation In Lending
September 21, 2016
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In episode No. 635, Callahan senior industry analyst Michelle Parker shares how credit unions in Iowa, Arkansas, Ohio, and Mississippi lead the nation in mortgage lending growth.
How To Make Student Lending A Low-Risk, Low-Hassle Investment
September 19, 2016
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Careful underwriting, default insurance, and other best practices are helping credit unions beat national loan default rates and introduce bundled products that create lifetime relationships with college grads.
The State Of Student Lending
September 19, 2016
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Credit unions step up to empower members with responsible student lending options.
Leaders In Outstanding Private Student Loans
September 19, 2016
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Outstanding student loans at credit unions have increased 16.0% since second quarter 2015. Which credit unions lead the nation in student loan balances?
How To Better Serve Younger Members
Takeaways from Empower U 2016, as well as how one credit union lowered its average member age.
Another Reason Credit Unions Aren’t Wells Fargo
Student lending predatory practices at big banks highlight the credit union difference.
Texas Credit Unions
How do financial cooperatives in the Lone Star State stack up against other credit unions?
How TDECU Increased Average Monthly Indirect Volume By 33% In Just 6 Months
The Texas credit union outsourced processing and funding services to bring in more business and members.
Private Student Lending Leads To More Than Just A Loan
A college loan can be, and often is, the foundation of a long-lasting relationship between a member and a credit union.
Indirect Lending Grows Its Direct Impact On Credit Unions
New car balances take up more of the portfolio, but big credit unions find big business in indirect lending.
CUbroadcast Highlights Four States Leading The Nation In Lending
In episode No. 635, Callahan senior industry analyst Michelle Parker shares how credit unions in Iowa, Arkansas, Ohio, and Mississippi lead the nation in mortgage ...
How To Make Student Lending A Low-Risk, Low-Hassle Investment
Careful underwriting, default insurance, and other best practices are helping credit unions beat national loan default rates and introduce bundled products that create lifetime relationships ...
The State Of Student Lending
Credit unions step up to empower members with responsible student lending options.
Leaders In Outstanding Private Student Loans
Outstanding student loans at credit unions have increased 16.0% since second quarter 2015. Which credit unions lead the nation in student loan balances?
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Credit Union Data Predicts Who Will Win Super Bowl 2026
Andrew Lepczyk
As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
Aaron Passman
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
Callahan & Associates
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.