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.
How Green Can You Go? VSECU Is All-In On Energy-Savings Lending.
January 28, 2020
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Tree-hugging roots run deep at the Vermont credit union, which offers an array of lending and deposit products aimed at fighting climate change.
Tried-And-True Tips To Serve A Niche Community
January 28, 2020
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The CEO of Everence FCU shares why the cooperative’s mission is more relevant to a broader group of consumers than ever before.
4 Factors To Watch For This Homebuying Season
January 27, 2020
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Last summer was the most competitive homebuying season of all time, and credit unions are preparing for more action in 2019.
Losing The ‘Loan,’ Learning From Blackrock, And Leadership In The Tar Heel State
January 21, 2020
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Look Past ‘Lending’ To Boost Business Relationships
January 14, 2020
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STCU’s business and commercial services department is working to provide a full relationship that takes into account deposits and other needs as much as loan balances.
How Opportunities Credit Union Throws A Lifeline To Underwater Borrowers
January 13, 2020
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This Vermont cooperative is making life-changing auto loans to rescue borrowers who are underwater or burdened with high-interest debt of all kinds.
6 Lending Strategies That Make A Powerful Member Impact
January 13, 2020
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These credit unions rallied around the needs of members to uncover hidden potential in the loan portfolio.
Tinsel Traditions: Holiday Loan And Savings Accounts Are Alive And Well At Credit Unions
January 9, 2020
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Cooperatives are the last refuges for holiday loans and Christmas club accounts, but members can find skip-a-payment, credit card rewards deals, and post-holiday debt consolidation programs there, too.
Credit Union Decade In Review
January 6, 2020
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A decade-long, side-by-side snapshot reveals how the credit union landscape has changed from the tail end of the Great Recession to today.
Industry Trends: Loans (3Q19)
December 30, 2019
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Third quarter lending performance rebounds from a slow first half of the year.
How Green Can You Go? VSECU Is All-In On Energy-Savings Lending.
Tree-hugging roots run deep at the Vermont credit union, which offers an array of lending and deposit products aimed at fighting climate change.
Tried-And-True Tips To Serve A Niche Community
The CEO of Everence FCU shares why the cooperative’s mission is more relevant to a broader group of consumers than ever before.
4 Factors To Watch For This Homebuying Season
Last summer was the most competitive homebuying season of all time, and credit unions are preparing for more action in 2019.
Losing The ‘Loan,’ Learning From Blackrock, And Leadership In The Tar Heel State
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Look Past ‘Lending’ To Boost Business Relationships
STCU’s business and commercial services department is working to provide a full relationship that takes into account deposits and other needs as much as loan ...
How Opportunities Credit Union Throws A Lifeline To Underwater Borrowers
This Vermont cooperative is making life-changing auto loans to rescue borrowers who are underwater or burdened with high-interest debt of all kinds.
6 Lending Strategies That Make A Powerful Member Impact
These credit unions rallied around the needs of members to uncover hidden potential in the loan portfolio.
Tinsel Traditions: Holiday Loan And Savings Accounts Are Alive And Well At Credit Unions
Cooperatives are the last refuges for holiday loans and Christmas club accounts, but members can find skip-a-payment, credit card rewards deals, and post-holiday debt consolidation ...
Credit Union Decade In Review
A decade-long, side-by-side snapshot reveals how the credit union landscape has changed from the tail end of the Great Recession to today.
Industry Trends: Loans (3Q19)
Third quarter lending performance rebounds from a slow first half of the year.
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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.