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.
Arizona State Pools Resources to Make a Splash in Business Lending
April 22, 2016
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Local banks were not providing good business service lending, so Arizona State stepped in with a full range of popular services.
What Can Credit Unions Learn from Niche Lenders
April 22, 2016
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One credit union’s dedicated focus on a niche market is paying off in double digit loan and share growth.
Suncoast Schools FCU Reports Strong Growth in Second-Quarter.
April 22, 2016
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One of the largest education credit unions in the country recorded exceptional results mid-year, setting the stage for a strong 2007.
A Young Credit Department
April 22, 2016
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GUASFCU offers repeat loan promotions that target repeat applicants.
The New Attitude in Collections Is Give, Not Take
April 22, 2016
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What your collection department can do to achieve success and stay “the good guys” in a tough economic and media environment.
Piedmont Advantage Re-Energizes Its Card Offerings
April 22, 2016
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A marketing campaign focused on new low rates and balance transfer opportunities resonates with consumers looking to switch their primary credit card relationship in the wake of the CARD Act.
Educating Members One FICO Score at a Time
April 22, 2016
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According to recently released data from a bankrate.com survey, an astounding 45% of consumers do not know their credit score, and another 32% have never checked their credit report. In recognition of this startling trend BMI Federal Credit Union ($355M, Dublin, OH) launched an innovative, multi-purposed mail marketing campaign to address the issue head on.
Five Ways to Encourage Powerful Volunteerism
April 22, 2016
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Volunteers help credit unions understand more clearly the needs and wants of the community. An active Board of Directors aids in membership and business growth.
Local Businesses Grow the Industry and Strengthen the Economy
April 22, 2016
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Eric King, vice president of Business Services, provides a first-person narrative of how Delta Community Credit Union is helping small- to medium-sized businesses in Georgia succeed.
All Cards are Not Created Equal
April 22, 2016
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APL FCU in Maryland leveraged the CARD Act to teach their members about responsible credit card practices. They’ve seen new outstanding card balances triple from the year prior.
Arizona State Pools Resources to Make a Splash in Business Lending
Local banks were not providing good business service lending, so Arizona State stepped in with a full range of popular services.
What Can Credit Unions Learn from Niche Lenders
One credit union's dedicated focus on a niche market is paying off in double digit loan and share growth.
Suncoast Schools FCU Reports Strong Growth in Second-Quarter.
One of the largest education credit unions in the country recorded exceptional results mid-year, setting the stage for a strong 2007.
A Young Credit Department
GUASFCU offers repeat loan promotions that target repeat applicants.
The New Attitude in Collections Is Give, Not Take
What your collection department can do to achieve success and stay “the good guys” in a tough economic and media environment.
Piedmont Advantage Re-Energizes Its Card Offerings
A marketing campaign focused on new low rates and balance transfer opportunities resonates with consumers looking to switch their primary credit card relationship in the ...
Educating Members One FICO Score at a Time
According to recently released data from a bankrate.com survey, an astounding 45% of consumers do not know their credit score, and another 32% have never ...
Five Ways to Encourage Powerful Volunteerism
Volunteers help credit unions understand more clearly the needs and wants of the community. An active Board of Directors aids in membership and business growth.
Local Businesses Grow the Industry and Strengthen the Economy
Eric King, vice president of Business Services, provides a first-person narrative of how Delta Community Credit Union is helping small- to medium-sized businesses in Georgia ...
All Cards are Not Created Equal
APL FCU in Maryland leveraged the CARD Act to teach their members about responsible credit card practices. They’ve seen new outstanding card balances triple from ...
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Fintech Grounded In Mission As Much As Market Opportunity
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Suncoast Credit Union balances near-term needs with longer-term bets, applying discipline to timing, valuation, and fit to decide when to invest and when to walk away.
Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
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Looking for quarterly data coverage, expert analysis, lessons from leading credit unions, and more? Callahan has it covered. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the details has never been easier.
Cost Pressures Are Changing Member Behavior
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First quarter data shows how rising costs are pushing consumers toward flexibility and reshaping borrowing and saving habits.
WSECU Invests In Innovation To Solve Pain Points
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A dedicated CUSO holding company allows WSECU to move beyond building and back fintech partners it helps shape and scale.
When Employees Own Culture, Service Follows
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Advancial FCU links internal service standards, employee feedback, and peer recognition to create a more consistent experience for both staff and members.
How MSUFCU Builds And Backs Fintech Solutions
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MSUFCU takes a hands-on approach to fintech, piloting solutions through its in-house lab before scaling and backing them through a wholly owned CUSO.
Members Demand Digital, But They Want Branches, Too
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Affinity Plus FCU has a clear member service mantra: digital for daily, human when it’s hard. Its CEO and CFO share what that looks like in practice.
How A Holding Company Helps Service Credit Union Win At Fintech
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The New Hampshire cooperative shares how its fintech arm, Service Ventures, evaluates investments, balances risk, and defines success.
Future Bets From Today’s Credit Unions
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Industry leaders share how they approach fintech investment, balancing immediate needs with longer-term bets while keeping member value and mission at the center.
AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.