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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.
3 Asset Quality Metrics That Matter
June 10, 2024
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With interest rates up and economic growth tepid, credit union leaders are tracking key performance ratios in their loan portfolios.
Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
June 3, 2024
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Credit unions are shuffling staff and reimagining operations to make up for a slowdown in home lending.
5 Reasons To Use A Mortgage CUSO Now
June 3, 2024
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The landscape of the mortgage market is rapidly evolving, and credit unions must adapt to stay competitive. Now is the perfect time to redefine your mortgage program.
Get Inspired: 3 Mortgage Marketing Pages That Sell
June 3, 2024
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How a trio of credit unions from across the country are tackling a universally difficult housing market.
When It Comes To Housing, Prices Are Outpacing Income
June 3, 2024
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Census data shows credit unions have a lot of work in front of them to make housing affordable for members.
‘Digital Readiness’ Means Many Things To Many People. What Does It Mean For Your Credit Union?
June 3, 2024
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Member digital experience, effective use of data, and how AI makes them possible are key topics that have credit union executives asking, “Where are we and where are we going?”
The Art Of Selling On Social Media
May 20, 2024
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Credit unions are navigating regulatory compliance and setting guidelines to help mortgage, investment, and deposit teams gain more traction on social.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2024
May 13, 2024
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Asset quality, liquidity, and revenue are all on the minds of credit union leaders. Here’s what the data has to say about that and more.
The Strategic Advantage Of Residual-Based Financing
May 13, 2024
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Credit unions are facing unique challenges as economic pressures deter potential buyers who are struggling with affordability.
3 Reasons To Provide Student Lending Solutions Now
May 13, 2024
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Current complications highlight how student lending can help members bridge the financial gap between the cost of education and savings, scholarships, and federal aid.
3 Asset Quality Metrics That Matter
With interest rates up and economic growth tepid, credit union leaders are tracking key performance ratios in their loan portfolios.
Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
Credit unions are shuffling staff and reimagining operations to make up for a slowdown in home lending.
5 Reasons To Use A Mortgage CUSO Now
The landscape of the mortgage market is rapidly evolving, and credit unions must adapt to stay competitive. Now is the perfect time to redefine your ...
When It Comes To Housing, Prices Are Outpacing Income
Census data shows credit unions have a lot of work in front of them to make housing affordable for members.
‘Digital Readiness’ Means Many Things To Many People. What Does It Mean For Your Credit Union?
Member digital experience, effective use of data, and how AI makes them possible are key topics that have credit union executives asking, "Where are we ...
The Art Of Selling On Social Media
Credit unions are navigating regulatory compliance and setting guidelines to help mortgage, investment, and deposit teams gain more traction on social.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2024
Asset quality, liquidity, and revenue are all on the minds of credit union leaders. Here's what the data has to say about that and more.
The Strategic Advantage Of Residual-Based Financing
Credit unions are facing unique challenges as economic pressures deter potential buyers who are struggling with affordability.
3 Reasons To Provide Student Lending Solutions Now
Current complications highlight how student lending can help members bridge the financial gap between the cost of education and savings, scholarships, and federal aid.
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Cost Pressures Are Changing Member Behavior
Savana Morie
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
Marc Rapport
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
Savana Morie
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
Marc Rapport
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
Savana Morie
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
Marc Rapport
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
Marc Rapport
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.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
Get Inspired: 3 Mortgage Marketing Pages That Sell