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.
5 Reasons To Integrate Your Consumer and Mortgage Lending Technology
March 20, 2023
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From improving cross-sell opportunities to increasing efficiency, and beyond, here’s why credit unions should rethink their origination systems.
‘Unbanked’ Rate Declines But Challenges Remain
March 20, 2023
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More consumers are entering the mainstream banking system, but more than a quarter of loan applicants say they aren’t getting the funds they need.
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
March 20, 2023
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The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
A Path To Affordable Homeownership For Military Members
March 20, 2023
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An initiative from VyStar Credit Union aims to give back to those who have served the country by making it easier for them to afford a home.
Top 5 Reasons to Offer and Grow Private Student Loans in 2023
March 16, 2023
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Watch now to see the top 5 reasons that your credit union should be offering and growing a private student loan solution in 2023.
2023 Innovation Series: Innovations In Lending
March 9, 2023
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Watch the Innovations in Lending webinar today and see 4 hand-picked finalists to share their awesome innovations with you.
Maximizing An Effective Platform To Meet Members Where They Are Today
March 8, 2023
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In this day and age, credit unions must implement innovative technologies flexible enough to keep up with evolving member preferences. There are many avenues a credit union can take to provide the best tools to members, including hiring specialized talent for building proprietary software or outsourcing technology from financial technology companies. Choosing one option over
Loan Growth Smashed Records In The Fourth Quarter
March 6, 2023
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Loan balances were up 20% year-over-year, surpassing the previous industry record.
Banking Desert? Not So Fast, Says Great Lakes Credit Union.
February 27, 2023
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While the cooperative is focused on filling financial services gaps in the Chicagoland area, a host of community partners are working to meet other needs.
Homebuyer Demographics Shift Again
February 27, 2023
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Americans are buying their first homes — and selling them — at the oldest average age on record.
5 Reasons To Integrate Your Consumer and Mortgage Lending Technology
From improving cross-sell opportunities to increasing efficiency, and beyond, here’s why credit unions should rethink their origination systems.
‘Unbanked’ Rate Declines But Challenges Remain
More consumers are entering the mainstream banking system, but more than a quarter of loan applicants say they aren’t getting the funds they need.
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
A Path To Affordable Homeownership For Military Members
An initiative from VyStar Credit Union aims to give back to those who have served the country by making it easier for them to afford ...
Top 5 Reasons to Offer and Grow Private Student Loans in 2023
Watch now to see the top 5 reasons that your credit union should be offering and growing a private student loan solution in 2023.
2023 Innovation Series: Innovations In Lending
Watch the Innovations in Lending webinar today and see 4 hand-picked finalists to share their awesome innovations with you.
Maximizing An Effective Platform To Meet Members Where They Are Today
In this day and age, credit unions must implement innovative technologies flexible enough to keep up with evolving member preferences. There are many avenues a ...
Loan Growth Smashed Records In The Fourth Quarter
Loan balances were up 20% year-over-year, surpassing the previous industry record.
Banking Desert? Not So Fast, Says Great Lakes Credit Union.
While the cooperative is focused on filling financial services gaps in the Chicagoland area, a host of community partners are working to meet other needs.
Homebuyer Demographics Shift Again
Americans are buying their first homes — and selling them — at the oldest average age on record.
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A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Savana Morie
Whitefish Credit Union barely mentions itself in its member stories. Instead, its high-quality video storytelling spotlights people, businesses, and communities, building trust, advocacy, and impact that don’t always show up in traditional ROI metrics.
Exit Interview: Deb Vollmer
Aaron Passman
The retired Langley FCU executive looks back on a career shaped by industry change, evolving leadership responsibility, and a constant focus on serving members first.
How Affinity FCU Became A Financial First Responder
Callahan & Associates
The New Jersey-New York metro credit union shares how a wellbeing-led strategy ensures members know where to turn first when life gets difficult.
Running With Scissors: The Bold Side Of Personalization
Callahan & Associates
To become skilled at personalization, credit unions must stop making assumptions about what resonates with members and start leveraging data to be sure.
A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
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.