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.
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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.
2024 Lending Outlook: Hopes, Fears, And Serving Members In The Year Ahead
Forget the Beige Book — these credit union executives offer insights on what it will take to see green.
Exit Interview: Hank Hubbard, One Detroit Credit Union
September 2, 2024
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The veteran leader and Motor City hype man looks back on a career centered on living the “people helping people” philosophy.
A Path To Prosperity And Financial Wellness
August 26, 2024
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Some credit unions offer loans for trade schools and vocational programs that provide well-paying jobs without a four-year college degree.
Ask An Analyst: What Does The Data Say About Financial Wellness?
August 26, 2024
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Americans face challenges in retirement planning and rising debt. Credit unions can help them tackle that.
Why Now Is A Perfect Time For A Credit Department Tune-Up
August 19, 2024
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Identifying and addressing pain points or gaps today will pave the way for a more stable and profitable future.
Turning Data Into Loan Growth For Your Credit Union
August 8, 2024
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Credit unions must leverage every tool at their disposal if they want to stay one step ahead of their competition—and one step ahead of rising member expectations. Having the ability to quickly sort and analyze your data allows you to identify high-quality opportunities to engage members when it matters most. During this insightful webinar we
First Financial Of Maryland Doubles Down On AI-Powered Lending
August 4, 2024
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After an AI-driven unsecured short-term loan brought in roughly $10 million in four years, the mid-Atlantic cooperative is branching out into credit cards.
Millennials Are Driving Mortgage Growth At These Credit Unions
August 4, 2024
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Discover how Liberty FCU and Veridian Credit Union are successfully increasing mortgage portfolios with strategies tailored for Gen Z and millennials.
Putting CECL Accounting To The Test
August 4, 2024
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Credit union CFOs say the new standard has created clear processes and more collaboration between finance and lending, while adding even more work to an age-old process.
Credit Card Spending Is Up. Is Your Program Competitive?
August 4, 2024
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With costs and regulatory pressures rising, many institutions are turning to an agent-issuing model to ensure members get superior service.
Tackle Margin Compression By Transforming Your Lending Operations
August 4, 2024
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A digital loan origination system can revolutionize a credit union’s lending process by boosting efficiency, minimizing risk, and enhancing the borrower experience.
Exit Interview: Hank Hubbard, One Detroit Credit Union
The veteran leader and Motor City hype man looks back on a career centered on living the “people helping people” philosophy.
A Path To Prosperity And Financial Wellness
Some credit unions offer loans for trade schools and vocational programs that provide well-paying jobs without a four-year college degree.
Ask An Analyst: What Does The Data Say About Financial Wellness?
Americans face challenges in retirement planning and rising debt. Credit unions can help them tackle that.
Why Now Is A Perfect Time For A Credit Department Tune-Up
Identifying and addressing pain points or gaps today will pave the way for a more stable and profitable future.
Turning Data Into Loan Growth For Your Credit Union
Credit unions must leverage every tool at their disposal if they want to stay one step ahead of their competition—and one step ahead of rising ...
First Financial Of Maryland Doubles Down On AI-Powered Lending
After an AI-driven unsecured short-term loan brought in roughly $10 million in four years, the mid-Atlantic cooperative is branching out into credit cards.
Millennials Are Driving Mortgage Growth At These Credit Unions
Discover how Liberty FCU and Veridian Credit Union are successfully increasing mortgage portfolios with strategies tailored for Gen Z and millennials.
Putting CECL Accounting To The Test
Credit union CFOs say the new standard has created clear processes and more collaboration between finance and lending, while adding even more work to an ...
Credit Card Spending Is Up. Is Your Program Competitive?
With costs and regulatory pressures rising, many institutions are turning to an agent-issuing model to ensure members get superior service.
Tackle Margin Compression By Transforming Your Lending Operations
A digital loan origination system can revolutionize a credit union’s lending process by boosting efficiency, minimizing risk, and enhancing the borrower experience.
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Everything Is More Expensive For Everyone
Sherry Virden
With the Fed poised to continue cutting interest rates, the near-term outlook for the credit union earnings model is much more promising.
Balance Sheet Flexibility Is Top Of Mind For Credit Unions
Roman Ojala
After adjusting to a new normal following a slew of rate increases, repricing opportunities could be on the horizon.
Quarterly Market Snapshot And Two-Year Financial Statement
Andrew Lepczyk
The latest quarterly performance metrics from across the credit union industry, including loan growth, income and expenses, and more.
Asset Quality Is Worsening. Is There Light On The Horizon?
Andrew Lepczyk
Higher interest rates have forced members to pick and choose which debts to repay and which to postpone, which doesn’t fare well for revolving products.
Polar Plunge With A Purpose
Savana Morie
Each year, Affinity Plus takes an ice-cold dive to make a big impact in the community.
Uncertainty Remains After An Eventful Month For Financial Markets
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
CDFI Grants Help Members. They Help Credit Unions, Too.
Savana Morie
Leaders share how grant funding has supported members on the fringes of financial ruin while underpinning credit union growth.
How Well Do You Know CDFIs? Test Your Community Impact IQ.
Andrew Lepczyk
CDFIs offer loans, investments, and financial education to individuals and businesses that might not have access to traditional banking services. Learn more about these financial first responders.
CDFI Certification Powers Up Community Impact In Florida And Beyond
Aaron Passman
As the nation’s largest community development credit union, Suncoast is a force for development, collaboration, and innovation.
The Benefits Of Advisory Boards Go Beyond Accountability
Savana Morie
From focus groups to influencer marketing, two credit unions share why advisory boards are a valuable tool for any credit union.