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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.
Student Lending, Non-Interest Income, And More
September 19, 2016
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Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
4 Graphs About Non-Interest Income
September 12, 2016
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In July 2016, Callahan & Associates surveyed 170 credit union executives from 40 states to gain insight into their current and emerging sources of non-interest income.
How This Small, Single-Sponsor Credit Union Hangs Tough
September 6, 2016
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Simplot Employees Credit Union uses new tools to stay old school with a single branch and sponsor.
3 Graphs That Show Second Quarter Member Service Success
September 4, 2016
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Credit unions are serving members better than ever before, and these three graphs show just how much ground the cooperative industry has gained.
New Cultures, Member Relationships, Leadership Styles
August 29, 2016
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This week, CreditUnions.com profiles a new culture in Arizona, small dollar loans in New Mexico, and data insights nationwide.
Why Nusenda Partners With Local Organizations To Vet Small-Dollar Loans
August 29, 2016
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The New Mexico credit union puts community capital and cooperative principles to work.
Member Relationships By The Number (1Q 2016)
August 29, 2016
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Penetration metrics are up across all major product types, with share draft penetration topping 50%.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2016
August 23, 2016
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Second quarter performance data tells a positive story: member growth has never been stronger, the loan faucet is still flowing, and credit unions are well-positioned from an interest rate risk perspective.
Lending Highlights From First Quarter 2016
August 22, 2016
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Growth percentiles in major lending categories highlight opportunity and success in the credit union loan portfolio.
A Team Solution To The Payday Lending Problem
August 22, 2016
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Redstone Federal Credit Union combines risk and reward in its counseling-lending program and casts a wary eye at proposed CFPB changes in short-term loan regs.
Student Lending, Non-Interest Income, And More
Five can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
4 Graphs About Non-Interest Income
In July 2016, Callahan & Associates surveyed 170 credit union executives from 40 states to gain insight into their current and emerging sources of non-interest ...
How This Small, Single-Sponsor Credit Union Hangs Tough
Simplot Employees Credit Union uses new tools to stay old school with a single branch and sponsor.
3 Graphs That Show Second Quarter Member Service Success
Credit unions are serving members better than ever before, and these three graphs show just how much ground the cooperative industry has gained.
New Cultures, Member Relationships, Leadership Styles
This week, CreditUnions.com profiles a new culture in Arizona, small dollar loans in New Mexico, and data insights nationwide.
Why Nusenda Partners With Local Organizations To Vet Small-Dollar Loans
The New Mexico credit union puts community capital and cooperative principles to work.
Member Relationships By The Number (1Q 2016)
Penetration metrics are up across all major product types, with share draft penetration topping 50%.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2016
Second quarter performance data tells a positive story: member growth has never been stronger, the loan faucet is still flowing, and credit unions are well-positioned ...
Lending Highlights From First Quarter 2016
Growth percentiles in major lending categories highlight opportunity and success in the credit union loan portfolio.
A Team Solution To The Payday Lending Problem
Redstone Federal Credit Union combines risk and reward in its counseling-lending program and casts a wary eye at proposed CFPB changes in short-term loan regs. ...
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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.