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
Lending
Our Lending page is the spot for credit union strategies on product development, operations, and pricing.
Top Lending Articles
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.
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.
Best Of June 2019
July 2, 2019
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Based on June traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Funding Job Training With A Twist
July 1, 2019
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A small Ohio credit union includes income replacement in a loan package aimed at spurring personal and community economic development.
Recent Auto Sales Trends And What They Mean For Credit Unions
June 24, 2019
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How residual based financing helps credit unions keep up with a changing auto lending landscape.
Interns, Small Business Loans, Online Reviews
June 17, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Tips For Growing Small Business Loans ― And Managing The Risk
June 17, 2019
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Four credit unions with deep experience in SBA lending weigh in on building an effective program that frees up capital and minimizes risk.
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.
Best Of June 2019
Based on June traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Funding Job Training With A Twist
A small Ohio credit union includes income replacement in a loan package aimed at spurring personal and community economic development.
Recent Auto Sales Trends And What They Mean For Credit Unions
How residual based financing helps credit unions keep up with a changing auto lending landscape.
Interns, Small Business Loans, Online Reviews
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Tips For Growing Small Business Loans ― And Managing The Risk
Four credit unions with deep experience in SBA lending weigh in on building an effective program that frees up capital and minimizes risk.
Browse Topics
Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
Aaron Passman
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History And Culture
Aaron Passman
How a unique role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
Fraud Is Faster, Smarter, And Harder To Stop. Here’s How To.
Callahan & Associates
RKL offers insight, expertise, and experience to help fight off growing threats.