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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.
Predictive Analytics In Play At BCU
July 13, 2020
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The suburban Chicago shop is building out models to prepare for a surge in delinquencies and charge-offs.
A Better Member Experience Is Only A Text Message Away
July 13, 2020
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Four credit unions share insights from their text messaging initiatives.
Credit Unions Help Save More Than 1.1 Million Jobs Through PPP
July 8, 2020
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PPP data from the Treasury Department indicates credit unions played a larger role in lending to smaller companies, underscoring the movement’s commitment to Main Street business borrowers.
Why 2 Credit Unions Are Reserving More For Loan Risk
July 6, 2020
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CFOs from Workers and Patelco share their thinking about what’s to come and what they’re doing to prepare.
Macro Overiew And Industry Trends (1Q20)
June 30, 2020
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The longest economic expansionary period in U.S. history has come to an end. What else should credit unions know at first quarter?
How 6 Credit Unions Cope With Mortgage Madness
June 29, 2020
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Rate locks and staffing boosts are two ways credit unions are pushing through mortgage applications in today’s ultra-low rate environment.
Happy Independence Day In Credit Union Land
June 29, 2020
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This Fourth of July, Callahan & Associates is celebrating patriotically named credit unions with a look at how they return value to their member-owners.
7 Credit Unions. 2 Questions About Prepping For More Pandemic Fallout
June 22, 2020
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Cooperatives from coast to coast are boosting PLL and collections while continuing member outreach.
How RBFCU Cultivated Staff’s Skills While Saving Members’ Finances
June 15, 2020
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A pandemic response brought the Texas cooperative to a new level of teamwork and learning.
Lake Trust Brings In The Consumer Cavalry To Process PPP
June 9, 2020
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The Michigan credit union shuffled its lending deck as member loan activity demanded.
Predictive Analytics In Play At BCU
The suburban Chicago shop is building out models to prepare for a surge in delinquencies and charge-offs.
A Better Member Experience Is Only A Text Message Away
Four credit unions share insights from their text messaging initiatives.
Credit Unions Help Save More Than 1.1 Million Jobs Through PPP
PPP data from the Treasury Department indicates credit unions played a larger role in lending to smaller companies, underscoring the movement’s commitment to Main Street ...
Why 2 Credit Unions Are Reserving More For Loan Risk
CFOs from Workers and Patelco share their thinking about what’s to come and what they’re doing to prepare.
Macro Overiew And Industry Trends (1Q20)
The longest economic expansionary period in U.S. history has come to an end. What else should credit unions know at first quarter?
How 6 Credit Unions Cope With Mortgage Madness
Rate locks and staffing boosts are two ways credit unions are pushing through mortgage applications in today’s ultra-low rate environment.
Happy Independence Day In Credit Union Land
This Fourth of July, Callahan & Associates is celebrating patriotically named credit unions with a look at how they return value to their member-owners.
7 Credit Unions. 2 Questions About Prepping For More Pandemic Fallout
Cooperatives from coast to coast are boosting PLL and collections while continuing member outreach.
How RBFCU Cultivated Staff’s Skills While Saving Members’ Finances
A pandemic response brought the Texas cooperative to a new level of teamwork and learning.
Lake Trust Brings In The Consumer Cavalry To Process PPP
The Michigan credit union shuffled its lending deck as member loan activity demanded.
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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.