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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.
Using Fannie Mae’s Collateral Underwriter Helps Manage Risk
April 6, 2015
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Appraisal risk application supports proactive management of appraisal quality and improves customer relationship tools.
Hitting A Home Run With Home Mortgages
April 6, 2015
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Strong partnerships can push credit union lending business around the base paths.
Motivating Millennial Homebuyers
April 6, 2015
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Low down payments and social media can help mortgage lenders speak language Gen Y buyers understand.
There’s No Place Like Home
April 6, 2015
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What are credit unions doing to increase their visibility in the mortgage market?
Credit Unions And The U.S. Housing Market
April 6, 2015
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Homeownership rates, origination volume, market share, and more in this Graphic Of The Week.
Anatomy Of A Community Credit Union
April 3, 2015
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For Wisconsin-based Community First Credit Union, putting community first isn’t just a choice of name, it is a strategic differentiation.
The Engine of the Institution
April 3, 2015
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Products and services drive organic growth and deeper relationships at United FCU.
Diary of a Recovery
April 3, 2015
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Joe Brancucci, CEO of GTE Federal Credit Union, shares his perspective on positioning the Florida cooperative for the future.
After A Tornado, Tuscaloosa Innovates On Mortgages
April 3, 2015
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How an Alabama credit union built a double bottom line one non-traditional mortgage at a time.
Pick Your Own Mortgage Terms
April 2, 2015
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CitizensFirst Credit Union lets members customize the length of their mortgage to increase mortgage volume and reduce interest rate risk.
Using Fannie Mae’s Collateral Underwriter Helps Manage Risk
Appraisal risk application supports proactive management of appraisal quality and improves customer relationship tools.
Hitting A Home Run With Home Mortgages
Strong partnerships can push credit union lending business around the base paths.
Motivating Millennial Homebuyers
Low down payments and social media can help mortgage lenders speak language Gen Y buyers understand.
There’s No Place Like Home
What are credit unions doing to increase their visibility in the mortgage market?
Credit Unions And The U.S. Housing Market
Homeownership rates, origination volume, market share, and more in this Graphic Of The Week.
Anatomy Of A Community Credit Union
For Wisconsin-based Community First Credit Union, putting community first isn’t just a choice of name, it is a strategic differentiation.
The Engine of the Institution
Products and services drive organic growth and deeper relationships at United FCU.
Diary of a Recovery
Joe Brancucci, CEO of GTE Federal Credit Union, shares his perspective on positioning the Florida cooperative for the future.
After A Tornado, Tuscaloosa Innovates On Mortgages
How an Alabama credit union built a double bottom line one non-traditional mortgage at a time.
Pick Your Own Mortgage Terms
CitizensFirst Credit Union lets members customize the length of their mortgage to increase mortgage volume and reduce interest rate risk.
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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.
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.