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.
Taking the High and Low Road to Boosting the Auto Portfolio
April 12, 2016
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Never has the competition for auto loans been so fierce. Find out how one credit union is rethinking strategies to aggressively capture these loans.
What is the importance of Member Business Loans?
April 12, 2016
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note: This is part two of a two part case study profile by Carol Anne Burger on the importance of MBL for some credit unions. The recently released Treasury Study on member business lending in credit unions is a hot topic of discussion for many credit unions.
Leaders Credit Union Takes The Lead In Digital Innovation
April 11, 2016
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Product meets marketing meets members in this small-town credit union that delivers high-tech solutions.
Alliant Credit Union Finds New Growth Opportunities In RV Lending
April 11, 2016
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The Illinois credit union has increased its indirect RV portfolio by an average of $20 million each month.
Maintain Healthy Cash Flow
April 7, 2016
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Georgetown University’s student-run credit union is cognizant of the duration of its investments and has developed strong cash positions.
The Catch 22 Of Landing Federal Grant Money
April 7, 2016
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After partnering with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston, Grafton Suburban discovered that first mortgage applicants who qualified for grants were hard to find.
The Future Of The Auto Market May Be Upon Us
April 7, 2016
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How large of a player will Tesla become in the United States?
6 Insights From NACUSO’s 2014 Next Big Idea Winner
April 5, 2016
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nCino CEO Pierre Naudé, winner of NACUSO’s Next Big Idea competition, talks his system, lending opportunities at credit unions, and cloud-based computing at financial institutions.
The House That Trash Built
April 5, 2016
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Niche mortgages are becoming more common, but finding appropriate financing still causes headache and heartache.
A Strategy To Provide Reliable Rides For Vulnerable Members
April 5, 2016
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Manatee Community Credit Union provides reliable transportation and financial education to vulnerable, low-income members.
Taking the High and Low Road to Boosting the Auto Portfolio
Never has the competition for auto loans been so fierce. Find out how one credit union is rethinking strategies to aggressively capture these loans.
What is the importance of Member Business Loans?
note: This is part two of a two part case study profile by Carol Anne Burger on the importance of MBL for some credit unions. ...
Leaders Credit Union Takes The Lead In Digital Innovation
Product meets marketing meets members in this small-town credit union that delivers high-tech solutions.
Alliant Credit Union Finds New Growth Opportunities In RV Lending
The Illinois credit union has increased its indirect RV portfolio by an average of $20 million each month.
Maintain Healthy Cash Flow
Georgetown University’s student-run credit union is cognizant of the duration of its investments and has developed strong cash positions.
The Catch 22 Of Landing Federal Grant Money
After partnering with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston, Grafton Suburban discovered that first mortgage applicants who qualified for grants were hard to find.
The Future Of The Auto Market May Be Upon Us
How large of a player will Tesla become in the United States?
6 Insights From NACUSO’s 2014 Next Big Idea Winner
nCino CEO Pierre Naudé, winner of NACUSO’s Next Big Idea competition, talks his system, lending opportunities at credit unions, and cloud-based computing at financial institutions.
The House That Trash Built
Niche mortgages are becoming more common, but finding appropriate financing still causes headache and heartache.
A Strategy To Provide Reliable Rides For Vulnerable Members
Manatee Community Credit Union provides reliable transportation and financial education to vulnerable, low-income members.
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Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Data And Decision Intelligence
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions use data to boost service levels and improve efficiencies.
A New Product Playbook Is Driving Change At Premier Credit Union
Savana Morie
In order to adopt a more proactive strategy, the Iowa cooperative is using a dedicated product development team to promote visibility and follow-through from idea to launch.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: AI-Powered Member Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions can use AI to combine cutting-edge technology with old-school member service.
When Members Don’t Turn To FIs, They Turn To Friends And Family
Andrew Lepczyk
Financial advice comes in many forms. How can credits union make sure they are the No. 1 choice for their members?
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Reimagining The Lending Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are uncovering new ways to harness the power of technology to improve and expand lending across the industry.
A Small Match Builds Big Emergency Savings At Lake Trust
Aaron Passman
A program to help staffers improve their savings skills generated more than $200,000 in deposits and helped change participants’ financial habits.
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.