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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.
Credit Unions And The Online Lending Marketplace
May 9, 2016
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What role can cooperatives play in an industry that was at one point considered a disruptor?
Lending Highlights From Fourth Quarter 2015
May 9, 2016
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Credit union lending reached a record high of $796.5 billion in 2015 as cooperatives posted year-over-year growth in every major loan category.
The Story Behind The Business Boom
May 9, 2016
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The demand for member business loans and services is growing, and offering MBL options are one way to remain competitive in the financial industry.
How Credit Unions Can Safely Expand Into Lower Score Tiers
May 9, 2016
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Analytics that identify pay-back characteristics can help lenders expand into C segment of borrowers.
Lending, Lending, Everywhere
May 9, 2016
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This week, CreditUnions.com drills down into the loan portfolio and explores the ways different credit unions are growing loans.
Auto Loan Penetration (4Q 2015)
April 30, 2016
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There are 20 credit unions that boast an auto loan penetration rate of more than 50%. Who are they?
First Mortgage Origination Growth (4Q 2015)
April 30, 2016
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Which credit unions lead the nation in 12-month first mortgage origination growth?
State In The Spotlight: Virginia
April 30, 2016
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Virginia credit unions set records in loan originations, members, shares, loans, and much more in 2015. More members than ever are choosing Virginia credit unions as their financial institution of choice, driving up penetration metrics and average member relationships across the state.
2016 Priorities At-A-Glance
April 30, 2016
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What do credit union executives hope to accomplish in the coming year? Feedback from the 2016 Executive Outlook Survey shines a light on a few things.
Buying a Pre-Exisiting Business
April 29, 2016
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Citadel Federal Credit Union in Thorndale, PA, recently took a novel approach to starting our credit union service organization (CUSO), Citadel Financial Services – buying a pre-existing business. We at Citadel have already had experience with CUSOs. We have long had a 60% ownership of a check processing organization and 100% ownership of an indirect lending CUSO that works through 165 auto dealer
Credit Unions And The Online Lending Marketplace
What role can cooperatives play in an industry that was at one point considered a disruptor?
Lending Highlights From Fourth Quarter 2015
Credit union lending reached a record high of $796.5 billion in 2015 as cooperatives posted year-over-year growth in every major loan category.
The Story Behind The Business Boom
The demand for member business loans and services is growing, and offering MBL options are one way to remain competitive in the financial industry.
How Credit Unions Can Safely Expand Into Lower Score Tiers
Analytics that identify pay-back characteristics can help lenders expand into C segment of borrowers.
Lending, Lending, Everywhere
This week, CreditUnions.com drills down into the loan portfolio and explores the ways different credit unions are growing loans.
Auto Loan Penetration (4Q 2015)
There are 20 credit unions that boast an auto loan penetration rate of more than 50%. Who are they?
First Mortgage Origination Growth (4Q 2015)
Which credit unions lead the nation in 12-month first mortgage origination growth?
State In The Spotlight: Virginia
Virginia credit unions set records in loan originations, members, shares, loans, and much more in 2015. More members than ever are choosing Virginia credit unions ...
2016 Priorities At-A-Glance
What do credit union executives hope to accomplish in the coming year? Feedback from the 2016 Executive Outlook Survey shines a light on a few ...
Buying a Pre-Exisiting Business
Citadel Federal Credit Union in Thorndale, PA, recently took a novel approach to starting our credit union service organization (CUSO), Citadel Financial Services - buying ...
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Callahan & Associates
Payment capabilities increasingly shape how business owners evaluate their primary financial institution
Coffee And A Smile? Not Good Enough.
Aaron Passman
Coffee and a smile still matter — they’re just not enough. That’s why credit unions are redefining member experience across digital, data, and the entire organization.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Andre Vygnansk
Marc Rapport
The CXO of OUR Credit Union talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Stacy Armijo
Marc Rapport
The CXO of Amplify Credit Union talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Inna Sprague
Marc Rapport
The CXO of Teachers FCU talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
Closing The “Confidence Gap:” Using Segmentation To Deepen Member Loyalty
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions can’t deepen loyalty with a one-size-fits-all experience. Life-stage segmentation helps institutions build relevance, confidence, and trust.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Kim Riley
Marc Rapport
The CXO of Wright-Patt Credit Union talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
When Everyone Owns The Member Experience, No One Does
Marc Rapport
Shared ownership can quietly fracture a member journey. FORUM Credit Union leans on clear accountability to keep channels aligned.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience
Marc Rapport
Member experience leaders talk about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.