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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History And Culture
Aaron Passman
How a unique role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
Fraud Is Faster, Smarter, And Harder To Stop. Here’s How To.
Callahan & Associates
RKL offers insight, expertise, and experience to help fight off growing threats.
The Numbers Are Good. The Moment Is Hard.
William Hunt
Members are anxious about their financial futures, even as credit unions remain financially strong. Institutions that respond to this moment can make 2026 a turning point.
Wages Are Growing. Wallets Are Not.
Sherry Virden
Global events are flowing directly into household budgets, reshaping how credit union members save, borrow, and cope. Such trends don’t always show up in headline data.
Credit Unions Are Having A Margin Moment
Tony Waltrich
Credit unions are benefiting from a rare margin advantage as loans reprice slower than deposits. The question now is how institutions will use that strength to better serve members.
Where Have All The Members Gone?
Omar Shalabi
Membership growth is slowing, but financial activity is not. What does the modern financial relationship look like?
5 Takeaways From First Quarter Credit Union Performance Data
William Hunt
Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?