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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.
Loan Purchases And Participations In 2020
April 27, 2021
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Loan purchases and participations reached record levels at U.S. credit unions. Some credit unions sold loans to generate revenue or reduce risk; others purchased loans to boost ratios or yields. Learn more about what happened throughout the industry.
The Secret Behind SEG Success At Franklin Mint FCU
April 26, 2021
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The Pennsylvania cooperative dishes on the best practices it has discovered for adding employee groups that also make the CU its PFI.
Cannabis Banking In 2021
April 14, 2021
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Alan Hanson, attorney with Gleam Law and Pat Duncan, vice president of compliance, Community First Credit Union, discuss the trends and risks in credit unions providing loans to cannabis businesses.
Industry Trends: Loans (4Q20)
April 5, 2021
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Mortgage originations set a quarterly record while consumer lending rebounded in the fourth quarter of 2020. Further economic reopening brings optimism, but the industry must monitor pandemic-related declines in asset quality.
Financial Wellness Takes A Creative Turn In Philadelphia
March 29, 2021
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Philadelphia FCU offers cash prizes and counseling sessions for winners of a campaign targeted to reach recipients of social services.
9 Steps To Choose A “Best-Fit” Collections Tech Upgrade
March 29, 2021
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The many facets of a tech upgrade can make the process overwhelming. Bridgeforce’s nine-step guide ensures a best-fit solution is chosen.
Enrichment FCU Refocuses On Retail To Enhance Members’ Lives
March 23, 2021
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The Tennessee cooperative says PPP lending helped borrowers and the credit union alike — but at the cost of strategic initiatives.
Enrichment FCU Refocuses On Retail To Enhance Members’ Lives
March 22, 2021
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The Tennessee cooperative says PPP lending helped borrowers and the credit union alike — but at the cost of strategic initiatives.
How To Make Mortgages And Keep Your Distance
March 18, 2021
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Affinity Plus FCU offers curbside closings so members can refinance or purchase homes during the coronavirus pandemic.
Video Banking Comes Of Age In The Time Of COVID-19
March 18, 2021
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Service options that offer a personal touch at a safe distance are gaining in popularity among members and those who serve them.
Loan Purchases And Participations In 2020
Loan purchases and participations reached record levels at U.S. credit unions. Some credit unions sold loans to generate revenue or reduce risk; others purchased loans ...
The Secret Behind SEG Success At Franklin Mint FCU
The Pennsylvania cooperative dishes on the best practices it has discovered for adding employee groups that also make the CU its PFI.
Cannabis Banking In 2021
Alan Hanson, attorney with Gleam Law and Pat Duncan, vice president of compliance, Community First Credit Union, discuss the trends and risks in credit unions ...
Industry Trends: Loans (4Q20)
Mortgage originations set a quarterly record while consumer lending rebounded in the fourth quarter of 2020. Further economic reopening brings optimism, but the industry must ...
Financial Wellness Takes A Creative Turn In Philadelphia
Philadelphia FCU offers cash prizes and counseling sessions for winners of a campaign targeted to reach recipients of social services.
9 Steps To Choose A “Best-Fit” Collections Tech Upgrade
The many facets of a tech upgrade can make the process overwhelming. Bridgeforce’s nine-step guide ensures a best-fit solution is chosen.
Enrichment FCU Refocuses On Retail To Enhance Members’ Lives
The Tennessee cooperative says PPP lending helped borrowers and the credit union alike — but at the cost of strategic initiatives.
Enrichment FCU Refocuses On Retail To Enhance Members’ Lives
The Tennessee cooperative says PPP lending helped borrowers and the credit union alike — but at the cost of strategic initiatives.
How To Make Mortgages And Keep Your Distance
Affinity Plus FCU offers curbside closings so members can refinance or purchase homes during the coronavirus pandemic.
Video Banking Comes Of Age In The Time Of COVID-19
Service options that offer a personal touch at a safe distance are gaining in popularity among members and those who serve them.
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Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Data And Decision Intelligence
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions use data to boost service levels and improve efficiencies.
A New Product Playbook Is Driving Change At Premier Credit Union
Savana Morie
In order to adopt a more proactive strategy, the Iowa cooperative is using a dedicated product development team to promote visibility and follow-through from idea to launch.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: AI-Powered Member Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions can use AI to combine cutting-edge technology with old-school member service.
When Members Don’t Turn To FIs, They Turn To Friends And Family
Andrew Lepczyk
Financial advice comes in many forms. How can credits union make sure they are the No. 1 choice for their members?
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Reimagining The Lending Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are uncovering new ways to harness the power of technology to improve and expand lending across the industry.
A Small Match Builds Big Emergency Savings At Lake Trust
Aaron Passman
A program to help staffers improve their savings skills generated more than $200,000 in deposits and helped change participants’ financial habits.
Credit Union Data Predicts Who Will Win Super Bowl 2026
Andrew Lepczyk
As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
Aaron Passman
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.