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.
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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Manufactured Homes Help Close The Housing Affordability Gap
Aaron Passman
Lower prices and better amenities are making pre-built homes an appealing option for credit unions looking to bolster their balance sheet and borrowers stymied by the affordable housing crisis.
How Prepared Are U.S. Workers For Retirement? The Answer Is, ‘Not Well.’
Andrew Lepczyk
Data from Vanguard shows retirement preparation declines with age, leaving no generation fully ready. The gap presents both a challenge and an opportunity for credit unions.
What’s In A Name: Chief People And Technology Officer
Savana Morie
It’s not every day a technology leader takes over HR. Vantage West’s Rob Hoyle explains why the two disciplines are linked now more than ever.
The Employee Benefit Cost Crisis And The Financial Strategy Forward-Thinking Credit Unions Are Using To Solve It
Callahan & Associates
Rising credit union benefit costs don’t have to remain a permanent operating burden.
Financial Market Jitters Escalate
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Takeaways From Day 2 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From macroeconomics to multiculturalism, the future of AI, and more, the second day of this year’s convention was packed with insights.
Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From new attitudes to new ways of thinking about service delivery, here’s a look at the first day of the industry’s biggest event.
Credit Union Storytelling With A Mission Focus
Marc Rapport
Storytelling drives growth and loyalty at Navy Federal, where real member experiences become narratives that strengthen trust, reinforce value, and build lasting relationships.
How Lake Trust Turns Member Experiences Into Brand Strategy
Savana Morie
From where stories come from to how they’re produced and distributed, Lake Trust shares how authentic member narratives strengthen its brand and show what “positive impact” looks like in action.
How An Internal Storyteller Fuels Member Growth At Navy Federal
Marc Rapport
An expert in user experience turns complex problems and opportunities into narratives that guide leaders toward confident decisions and growth-focused investment.