Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
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.
Macroeconomic Indicators To Watch In 2024
June 17, 2024
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Six data points showcase what’s happening in the larger economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
Rising Interest Rates Are Good For Something
June 17, 2024
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Revenue per member has soared despite an industrywide slowdown in membership growth.
Evergreen? Always Growing.
June 17, 2024
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An empowered staff that drives membership growth and community involvement that enhances local partnerships underpin peer-beating growth numbers at the Maine cooperative.
CECL: A Half-Baked Cake
June 10, 2024
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One year after implementation, there’s still work to be done when it comes to new rules around expected credit losses.
Originations Slide As Lenders Tighten Underwriting
June 10, 2024
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The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to make a big purchase.
3 Asset Quality Metrics That Matter
June 10, 2024
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With interest rates up and economic growth tepid, credit union leaders are tracking key performance ratios in their loan portfolios.
Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
June 3, 2024
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Credit unions are shuffling staff and reimagining operations to make up for a slowdown in home lending.
5 Reasons To Use A Mortgage CUSO Now
June 3, 2024
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The landscape of the mortgage market is rapidly evolving, and credit unions must adapt to stay competitive. Now is the perfect time to redefine your mortgage program.
Get Inspired: 3 Mortgage Marketing Pages That Sell
June 3, 2024
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How a trio of credit unions from across the country are tackling a universally difficult housing market.
When It Comes To Housing, Prices Are Outpacing Income
June 3, 2024
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Census data shows credit unions have a lot of work in front of them to make housing affordable for members.
Macroeconomic Indicators To Watch In 2024
Six data points showcase what's happening in the larger economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
Rising Interest Rates Are Good For Something
Revenue per member has soared despite an industrywide slowdown in membership growth.
Evergreen? Always Growing.
An empowered staff that drives membership growth and community involvement that enhances local partnerships underpin peer-beating growth numbers at the Maine cooperative.
Originations Slide As Lenders Tighten Underwriting
The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to ...
3 Asset Quality Metrics That Matter
With interest rates up and economic growth tepid, credit union leaders are tracking key performance ratios in their loan portfolios.
Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
Credit unions are shuffling staff and reimagining operations to make up for a slowdown in home lending.
5 Reasons To Use A Mortgage CUSO Now
The landscape of the mortgage market is rapidly evolving, and credit unions must adapt to stay competitive. Now is the perfect time to redefine your ...
Get Inspired: 3 Mortgage Marketing Pages That Sell
How a trio of credit unions from across the country are tackling a universally difficult housing market.
When It Comes To Housing, Prices Are Outpacing Income
Census data shows credit unions have a lot of work in front of them to make housing affordable for members.
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Everything Is More Expensive For Everyone
Sherry Virden
With the Fed poised to continue cutting interest rates, the near-term outlook for the credit union earnings model is much more promising.
Balance Sheet Flexibility Is Top Of Mind For Credit Unions
Roman Ojala
After adjusting to a new normal following a slew of rate increases, repricing opportunities could be on the horizon.
Quarterly Market Snapshot And Two-Year Financial Statement
Andrew Lepczyk
The latest quarterly performance metrics from across the credit union industry, including loan growth, income and expenses, and more.
Asset Quality Is Worsening. Is There Light On The Horizon?
Andrew Lepczyk
Higher interest rates have forced members to pick and choose which debts to repay and which to postpone, which doesn’t fare well for revolving products.
Polar Plunge With A Purpose
Savana Morie
Each year, Affinity Plus takes an ice-cold dive to make a big impact in the community.
Uncertainty Remains After An Eventful Month For Financial Markets
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
CDFI Grants Help Members. They Help Credit Unions, Too.
Savana Morie
Leaders share how grant funding has supported members on the fringes of financial ruin while underpinning credit union growth.
How Well Do You Know CDFIs? Test Your Community Impact IQ.
Andrew Lepczyk
CDFIs offer loans, investments, and financial education to individuals and businesses that might not have access to traditional banking services. Learn more about these financial first responders.
CDFI Certification Powers Up Community Impact In Florida And Beyond
Aaron Passman
As the nation’s largest community development credit union, Suncoast is a force for development, collaboration, and innovation.
The Benefits Of Advisory Boards Go Beyond Accountability
Savana Morie
From focus groups to influencer marketing, two credit unions share why advisory boards are a valuable tool for any credit union.
CECL: A Half-Baked Cake