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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.
Activate, Engage, And Grow: The Mortgage Strategy Credit Unions Can’t Ignore
June 2, 2025
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How credit unions can leverage mortgage lending to deepen member engagement and drive long-term growth.
The Key To Success In 2025: Applicationless Lending
June 2, 2025
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New tools can reduce friction and improve the loan process, making life easier for borrowers and improving member loyalty.
Banking On Consumer Credit: A Smart Move In Today’s Uncertain Times
May 25, 2025
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Why institutions are turning to personal loans for yield and diversification.
‘Rocky Road’ Ahead? Credit Union CFOs Tweak The Balance Sheet Just In Case.
May 20, 2025
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With recession fears on the rise, industry leaders are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2025
May 8, 2025
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With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower delinquency across the industry.
Can Credit Unions Gain Relevancy By Meeting The Needs Of SMBs?
April 28, 2025
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Ignoring the financial needs of small and medium-sized businesses could mean ignoring the needs of your communities
Are New Opportunities On The Horizon For Private Student Lenders?
April 21, 2025
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Regardless of what’s going on politically, the needs for education financing won’t wait.
Aggieland Credit Union Helps Student Entrepreneurs Learn, Earn, And Return
April 21, 2025
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The Texas cooperative takes fun and philanthropy to the next level with a real-world business challenge that raised more than $57,000 for charity in one semester alone.
QFD® by Quavo | Product Overview
April 14, 2025
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Quavo is a leading technology partner and strategic advisor, helping financial institutions (FIs) build trust-driven customer relationships through faster, more transparent dispute resolutions. Our mission is to restore financial trust by simplifying fraud and disputes. Quavo’s award-winning technology automates the entire dispute lifecycle, from intake to resolution. FIs can pair this end-to-end solution with our
Modern Loan Payments, Member-First Experience
April 14, 2025
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Alacriti’s Orbipay Loan Payments solution offers a modern, multi-channel loan payment experience that puts the member first. From Guest Web and enrolled portals to AI chat, Pay By Text, and mobile-optimized access, Orbipay meets members where they are—making payments easy, fast, and secure. Designed for seamless integration and faster deployment, the solution supports automation, real-time
Activate, Engage, And Grow: The Mortgage Strategy Credit Unions Can’t Ignore
How credit unions can leverage mortgage lending to deepen member engagement and drive long-term growth.
The Key To Success In 2025: Applicationless Lending
New tools can reduce friction and improve the loan process, making life easier for borrowers and improving member loyalty.
Banking On Consumer Credit: A Smart Move In Today’s Uncertain Times
Why institutions are turning to personal loans for yield and diversification.
‘Rocky Road’ Ahead? Credit Union CFOs Tweak The Balance Sheet Just In Case.
With recession fears on the rise, industry leaders are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2025
With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower ...
Can Credit Unions Gain Relevancy By Meeting The Needs Of SMBs?
Ignoring the financial needs of small and medium-sized businesses could mean ignoring the needs of your communities
Are New Opportunities On The Horizon For Private Student Lenders?
Regardless of what’s going on politically, the needs for education financing won’t wait.
Aggieland Credit Union Helps Student Entrepreneurs Learn, Earn, And Return
The Texas cooperative takes fun and philanthropy to the next level with a real-world business challenge that raised more than $57,000 for charity in one ...
QFD® by Quavo | Product Overview
Quavo is a leading technology partner and strategic advisor, helping financial institutions (FIs) build trust-driven customer relationships through faster, more transparent dispute resolutions. Our mission ...
Modern Loan Payments, Member-First Experience
Alacriti’s Orbipay Loan Payments solution offers a modern, multi-channel loan payment experience that puts the member first. From Guest Web and enrolled portals to AI ...
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Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
Andrew Lepczyk
The U.S. economy is throwing up mixed signals, but America’s credit unions are delivering value and, in turn, enjoying deeper relationships, higher originations, and a stronger bottom line.
From Applicants To Shoppers: Using Smart Interactions To Understand Intent And Drive Conversions
Callahan & Associates
With fewer resources and less visibility, credit unions must be more personal, more helpful, and more intentional in how they connect with potential borrowers and drive conversions.
How To Win With FHA Lending
Savana Morie
Two high-performing credit unions break down their approach to FHA lending, offering real-world insights on staffing, servicing, technology, and member impact.
How AI Is Transforming Consumer Lending At Marine Credit Union
Savana Morie
The Wisconsin cooperative has implemented auto-decisioning for consumer lending and gives the technology high marks for its impact on member satisfaction, employee engagement, and the balance sheet.
Lending Guide To Perfecting Loan Files
Callahan & Associates
Perfecting loan files involves careful planning, reliable tracking, and scalable information management.
7 Smart Loans For Life’s Big Moments
Aaron Passman
From funerals to education to gender-affirming care and beyond, credit unions are punching up the personal loan.
5 Graphs That Explain Credit Union Loan Growth In 2025
Andrew Lepczyk
A changing economic climate is reshaping consumer borrowing patterns, presenting new challenges and opportunities for credit union lenders.
The New Retirement Reality Reveals Startling Facts
Tony Waltrich
A 2025 BlackRock survey presents a snapshot of retirement readiness and shows Americans are saving, struggling, and still working.