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.
Pass It On: A Referral Program That Works
February 22, 2019
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Member Mania couples a cash incentive with engagement expectations to draw in potential members as well as reward those who actively promote the credit union.
Meet The Mobile Finalists For The 2019 Innovation Series
February 21, 2019
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These four innovators are pushing the envelope toward new levels of smartphone functionality in credit union land.
Lending Surpasses $1.1 Trillion. Asset Quality Doesn’t Waiver.
February 21, 2019
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As lending rolls along at U.S. credit unions, members show their appreciation by making timely payments.
Meet The Lending Finalists For The 2019 Innovation Series
February 20, 2019
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These four innovators are pushing the envelope toward new levels of efficiency and service in credit union lending.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 4Q 2018
February 14, 2019
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Find out how credit unions performed in 2018, 10 years after the economic downturn.
4 Ways To Reward Loyal Members
February 11, 2019
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This Valentine’s Day, see how credit unions share the love via rewards programs and other givebacks.
Shrinking Margins And The New Normal In Indirect Lending
February 4, 2019
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How two credit unions are adjusting their strategies to serve members and the cooperative.
Homebuying, Pre-Approvals, And Autos
February 4, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
As Trucks Drive Auto Sales, Watch For Signs Of Delinquency
February 4, 2019
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Protecting consumers and lenders alike takes on new urgency as sticker prices surge and loan terms lengthen.
4 Factors To Watch For This Homebuying Season
February 4, 2019
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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.
Pass It On: A Referral Program That Works
Member Mania couples a cash incentive with engagement expectations to draw in potential members as well as reward those who actively promote the credit union.
Meet The Mobile Finalists For The 2019 Innovation Series
These four innovators are pushing the envelope toward new levels of smartphone functionality in credit union land.
Lending Surpasses $1.1 Trillion. Asset Quality Doesn’t Waiver.
As lending rolls along at U.S. credit unions, members show their appreciation by making timely payments.
Meet The Lending Finalists For The 2019 Innovation Series
These four innovators are pushing the envelope toward new levels of efficiency and service in credit union lending.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 4Q 2018
Find out how credit unions performed in 2018, 10 years after the economic downturn.
4 Ways To Reward Loyal Members
This Valentine’s Day, see how credit unions share the love via rewards programs and other givebacks.
Shrinking Margins And The New Normal In Indirect Lending
How two credit unions are adjusting their strategies to serve members and the cooperative.
Homebuying, Pre-Approvals, And Autos
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
As Trucks Drive Auto Sales, Watch For Signs Of Delinquency
Protecting consumers and lenders alike takes on new urgency as sticker prices surge and loan terms lengthen.
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.
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A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Savana Morie
Whitefish Credit Union barely mentions itself in its member stories. Instead, its high-quality video storytelling spotlights people, businesses, and communities, building trust, advocacy, and impact that don’t always show up in traditional ROI metrics.
Exit Interview: Deb Vollmer
Aaron Passman
The retired Langley FCU executive looks back on a career shaped by industry change, evolving leadership responsibility, and a constant focus on serving members first.
How Affinity FCU Became A Financial First Responder
Callahan & Associates
The New Jersey-New York metro credit union shares how a wellbeing-led strategy ensures members know where to turn first when life gets difficult.
Running With Scissors: The Bold Side Of Personalization
Callahan & Associates
To become skilled at personalization, credit unions must stop making assumptions about what resonates with members and start leveraging data to be sure.
A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Looking for quarterly data coverage, expert analysis, lessons from leading credit unions, and more? Callahan has it covered. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the details has never been easier.