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.
Loan Originations Hit A Record High
April 30, 2019
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Annual credit union loan growth was slower in 2018 than in 2017, but there is still evidence that loan demand remains robust.
2019 Economic Outlook
April 29, 2019
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Callahan’s annual Executive Outlook Survey gathers insight on what’s top of mind for credit union leaders across the country as they navigate changing local and national economic conditions.
Balance Sheet Basics, Social Media Command, And A New Vision
April 22, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Cornhusker Cooperatives Report Strong Year For 2018
April 15, 2019
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Nebraska’s 60 credit unions turned out a year of positive performance among all major metrics.
CUneXus Draws Accolades For Always-On Lending
April 12, 2019
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The lending and marketing automation platform offers qualified members loan approvals on their schedule, not the FI’s.
The Road Ahead
April 12, 2019
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Twelve finalists across three categories show what it means to push the leading edge in credit union technology.
Keystone Co-Ops Lend Well To End The Year Well
April 12, 2019
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Pennsylvania credit unions exceeded the national average in loan growth while keeping delinquencies below average.
Cornerstone League Cooperatives Corral Another Strong Year
April 8, 2019
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Callahan data shows record loan originations as well as an uptick in ROA in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Buckeye State Credit Unions End The Year Strong
April 8, 2019
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Callahan data shows uptick in all major metrics for Ohio’s 264 member-owned financial cooperatives.
How CapEd Credit Union Helps Members Keep Cool Without Credit
April 1, 2019
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The Idaho credit union’s weatherization loan offers an alternative to high-interest credit cards and HELOCs.
Loan Originations Hit A Record High
Annual credit union loan growth was slower in 2018 than in 2017, but there is still evidence that loan demand remains robust.
2019 Economic Outlook
Callahan’s annual Executive Outlook Survey gathers insight on what’s top of mind for credit union leaders across the country as they navigate changing local and ...
Balance Sheet Basics, Social Media Command, And A New Vision
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Cornhusker Cooperatives Report Strong Year For 2018
Nebraska’s 60 credit unions turned out a year of positive performance among all major metrics.
CUneXus Draws Accolades For Always-On Lending
The lending and marketing automation platform offers qualified members loan approvals on their schedule, not the FI’s.
The Road Ahead
Twelve finalists across three categories show what it means to push the leading edge in credit union technology.
Keystone Co-Ops Lend Well To End The Year Well
Pennsylvania credit unions exceeded the national average in loan growth while keeping delinquencies below average.
Cornerstone League Cooperatives Corral Another Strong Year
Callahan data shows record loan originations as well as an uptick in ROA in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Buckeye State Credit Unions End The Year Strong
Callahan data shows uptick in all major metrics for Ohio’s 264 member-owned financial cooperatives.
How CapEd Credit Union Helps Members Keep Cool Without Credit
The Idaho credit union’s weatherization loan offers an alternative to high-interest credit cards and HELOCs.
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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.