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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.
The Right Tech For A Connected Marketplace
August 16, 2021
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With an everchanging lending environment and escalating competition from new fintech lenders, choosing the right lending technology is vital.
1 New Department. 3 New Products. 50% Loan Growth.
August 9, 2021
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East Idaho Credit Union turned lemons into lemonade in the past 18 months to post some of the highest growth rates in one of the country’s fastest growing states.
A 3-Pronged Approach Provides High-Impact Lending
August 2, 2021
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Community development loan officers at Wright-Patt build on the cooperative’s position as Dayton’s leading mortgage lender.
Where Do PPP Loans Fit In The Credit Union Balance Sheet?
August 2, 2021
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The SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program has helped businesses operate during COVID-19. But where do these loans live on the balance sheet? And what will forgiveness look like?
How To Crack The Small Business Lending Code
August 2, 2021
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Using a lending analytics platform that combines machine learning, real-time cash flow, and credit intelligence.
Steps For Post-COVID Mortgage Lending Success
July 19, 2021
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Lenders that fail to meet the changing demands of their borrowers will be ill-equipped to compete for their business.
The ReFi Boom Is Coming To An End, What’s Next For Credit Unions?
July 13, 2021
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Home equity loans for remodeling can help fill the mortgage lending pipeline as the refinancing boom begins to fizzle.
How This Small Indiana Credit Union Works To ‘Bridge The Gap’
July 12, 2021
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Afena FCU partners with a local foundation to take on payday lenders with long-term, low-rate loans with a savings component and financial counseling.
3 Ways Harnessing Enterprise-Wide Data Promotes Sustainable Success At Your Credit Union
July 12, 2021
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By incorporating insights like feature adoptions, user behavior, fraud data, and more, credit unions can better prepare for the future.
15 Ratios Every Board Member Should Know (Part 1)
June 30, 2021
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12-month loan growth, provision for loan losses, loan portfolio profile: Three metrics to evaluate your credit union and bridge the gap between macro trends and micro performance.
The Right Tech For A Connected Marketplace
With an everchanging lending environment and escalating competition from new fintech lenders, choosing the right lending technology is vital.
1 New Department. 3 New Products. 50% Loan Growth.
East Idaho Credit Union turned lemons into lemonade in the past 18 months to post some of the highest growth rates in one of the ...
A 3-Pronged Approach Provides High-Impact Lending
Community development loan officers at Wright-Patt build on the cooperative’s position as Dayton’s leading mortgage lender.
Where Do PPP Loans Fit In The Credit Union Balance Sheet?
The SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program has helped businesses operate during COVID-19. But where do these loans live on the balance sheet? And what will forgiveness ...
How To Crack The Small Business Lending Code
Using a lending analytics platform that combines machine learning, real-time cash flow, and credit intelligence.
Steps For Post-COVID Mortgage Lending Success
Lenders that fail to meet the changing demands of their borrowers will be ill-equipped to compete for their business.
The ReFi Boom Is Coming To An End, What’s Next For Credit Unions?
Home equity loans for remodeling can help fill the mortgage lending pipeline as the refinancing boom begins to fizzle.
How This Small Indiana Credit Union Works To ‘Bridge The Gap’
Afena FCU partners with a local foundation to take on payday lenders with long-term, low-rate loans with a savings component and financial counseling.
3 Ways Harnessing Enterprise-Wide Data Promotes Sustainable Success At Your Credit Union
By incorporating insights like feature adoptions, user behavior, fraud data, and more, credit unions can better prepare for the future.
15 Ratios Every Board Member Should Know (Part 1)
12-month loan growth, provision for loan losses, loan portfolio profile: Three metrics to evaluate your credit union and bridge the gap between macro trends and ...
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Vantage West Turns A Good Problem Into Great Recognition
Savana Morie
Discover how two employee awards honor the Arizona credit union’s commitment to a team-first culture while boosting employee engagement and workplace culture.
AI Is Rewriting The Economics Of Banking
Callahan & Associates
AI is removing friction from financial decisions, giving consumers more control over their money and forcing banks and credit unions to compete on real value.
How 2 Marketing Teams Organize For Impact
Aaron Passman
The organizational structures for the marketing teams at 3Rivers FCU and Leaders Credit Union couldn’t be more different, but they share a common goal.
Affordable Housing Isn’t About Business. It’s About People.
Aaron Passman
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 of a home.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
What Credit Unions Can Learn From Mamdani’s Campaign
Alix Patterson
Don’t stop reading because you think this is a love letter to Zohran Mamdani. It’s not about politics; it’s about connection and authenticity. His people-first campaign offers four lessons for credit unions on speaking with purpose and being heard.
Member Experience Is Everything
Aaron Passman
Explore best practices to streamline service, inspire leadership engagement, and improve the member experience.
2 Hot Takes On Member Growth
Rebecca Wessler
Member growth is slowing. What can credit unions do about it? Callahan experts explore how purpose and financial wellbeing might be the key to sustainable member growth.
How Credit Unions Can Compete Through Omnichannel Member Experiences
Callahan & Associates
Futureproof your credit union. Learn how ASAPP Financial Technology’s bank.io OXP | Omnichannel Experience Platform supports credit unions as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintechs.
Why Service And Support Should Guide Your Technology Decisions
Callahan & Associates
Choosing the right credit union core technology provider helps members, employees, and the credit union thrive.