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.
Pandemic Response Vendor Showcase (Part 1)
May 14, 2020
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Looking for new solutions to help your credit union navigate this crisis? Check out these featured credit union suppliers that are delivering cutting-edge products and services.
Best Of April 2020
May 6, 2020
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Based on April traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
How CDFI Can Help Credit Unions Weather This Storm
May 6, 2020
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In these unprecedented times, credit unions are stepping up to the challenge by lending to their members (often low to moderate income workers). This increased lending is valuable and necessary, but it also generates risk and a need for increased loan loss reserves.
Analytics Offer A Smarter Approach To Collections And Underwriting
April 27, 2020
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A new approach to debt collection at WSECU is cutting contact center costs by $8,000 a month and identifying borrowers that need early intervention.
From Compliance Through Quality Control: Reducing Risk With ACES Consumer™
April 27, 2020
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The new ACES Consumer platform from ARMCO automates audit and compliance processes while adding visibility and efficiency.
The New Normal: A Hectic Day In The Life Of A Business Lender
April 27, 2020
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Sixty-hour work weeks, constant virtual meetings, and imminent deadlines. The world of business lending is busier than ever before, but in many ways the work also is more rewarding.
Macro Overiew And Industry Trends (4Q19)
April 15, 2020
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Despite a slow first quarter, the industry reported strong growth across core financials in the past 12 months. What else should credit unions know at fourth quarter?
The Young And The Innovative
April 14, 2020
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Fifteen finalists across four categories show what it means to push the leading edge in credit union technology and experience.
Great Lakes Credit Union Forges Into The Forefront Of Foreclosure Counseling
April 13, 2020
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Counselors adapt to pandemic restrictions as the Chicago credit union expands its HUD-funded housing counseling program.
A Mission To Mold Strategy
March 30, 2020
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To clearly communicate its purpose to the communities it serves, America’s Christian created four priorities that influence products and service.
Pandemic Response Vendor Showcase (Part 1)
Looking for new solutions to help your credit union navigate this crisis? Check out these featured credit union suppliers that are delivering cutting-edge products and ...
Best Of April 2020
Based on April traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
How CDFI Can Help Credit Unions Weather This Storm
In these unprecedented times, credit unions are stepping up to the challenge by lending to their members (often low to moderate income workers). This increased ...
Analytics Offer A Smarter Approach To Collections And Underwriting
A new approach to debt collection at WSECU is cutting contact center costs by $8,000 a month and identifying borrowers that need early intervention.
From Compliance Through Quality Control: Reducing Risk With ACES Consumer™
The new ACES Consumer platform from ARMCO automates audit and compliance processes while adding visibility and efficiency.
The New Normal: A Hectic Day In The Life Of A Business Lender
Sixty-hour work weeks, constant virtual meetings, and imminent deadlines. The world of business lending is busier than ever before, but in many ways the work ...
Macro Overiew And Industry Trends (4Q19)
Despite a slow first quarter, the industry reported strong growth across core financials in the past 12 months. What else should credit unions know at ...
The Young And The Innovative
Fifteen finalists across four categories show what it means to push the leading edge in credit union technology and experience.
Great Lakes Credit Union Forges Into The Forefront Of Foreclosure Counseling
Counselors adapt to pandemic restrictions as the Chicago credit union expands its HUD-funded housing counseling program.
A Mission To Mold Strategy
To clearly communicate its purpose to the communities it serves, America’s Christian created four priorities that influence products and service.
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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.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
Callahan & Associates
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.