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.
Capturing Commercial Deposits
August 5, 2019
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Would a merchant services program help your credit union grow deposits?
Cooperatives Outperform In Student Lending
August 5, 2019
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Credit unions nationwide are making more student loans and taming delinquency rates.
What’s In A Name: Chief Growth Officer
July 29, 2019
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Alissa Sykes guides growth across the enterprise at Sunmark Federal Credit Union by continuing her love of working with math and people.
2 Ways To Grow And Squad Goals
July 29, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Squad Goals: How Navy Federal Simplifies The Homebuying Process
July 26, 2019
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Applying for a mortgage can be stressful and opaque. A new platform from the nation’s largest credit union improves the experience for would-be homeowners.
Funds Availability, Cannabusiness Deposits, The Road To Recovery
July 22, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Good, The Bad, And The Reserved
July 18, 2019
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The new CECL accounting standards are expected to raise reserves and concern alike, but there could be some upsides, too.
How To Keep The Credit Union’s Beating Heart Running During A CEO Change
July 15, 2019
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Lisa Ginter became CEO of CommunityAmerica in 2015. She knew that while some changes were needed, there was also plenty worth saving.
First Quarter Trends In Asset Quality
July 15, 2019
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Credit unions reported the best delinquency rates since before the Great Recession. A deeper dive into the data shows which areas are performing the best.
7 Ratios Every Employee Should Know About Credit Union Lending
July 9, 2019
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Lending is the engine that powers credit unions, and these seven ratios will help every employee understand why.
Capturing Commercial Deposits
Would a merchant services program help your credit union grow deposits?
Cooperatives Outperform In Student Lending
Credit unions nationwide are making more student loans and taming delinquency rates.
What’s In A Name: Chief Growth Officer
Alissa Sykes guides growth across the enterprise at Sunmark Federal Credit Union by continuing her love of working with math and people.
2 Ways To Grow And Squad Goals
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Squad Goals: How Navy Federal Simplifies The Homebuying Process
Applying for a mortgage can be stressful and opaque. A new platform from the nation’s largest credit union improves the experience for would-be homeowners.
Funds Availability, Cannabusiness Deposits, The Road To Recovery
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Good, The Bad, And The Reserved
The new CECL accounting standards are expected to raise reserves and concern alike, but there could be some upsides, too.
How To Keep The Credit Union’s Beating Heart Running During A CEO Change
Lisa Ginter became CEO of CommunityAmerica in 2015. She knew that while some changes were needed, there was also plenty worth saving.
First Quarter Trends In Asset Quality
Credit unions reported the best delinquency rates since before the Great Recession. A deeper dive into the data shows which areas are performing the best.
7 Ratios Every Employee Should Know About Credit Union Lending
Lending is the engine that powers credit unions, and these seven ratios will help every employee understand why.
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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.