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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.
12 Months. 365 Days. 5 Million Members.
November 13, 2018
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The movement’s membership base is growing. How are credit unions responding?
Loan Growth And Asset Quality In Third Quarter 2018
November 13, 2018
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Lending is strong, asset quality is, too, as third quarter performance data rolls in.
Branching, Swiping, And Indirect Lending
November 12, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Marketing Mailer For Mobile Wallets
November 6, 2018
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How a piece of physical collateral educated members on the benefits of digital wallets and increased card usage at the same time.
Leaders In Average Loan Balances (2Q18)
November 5, 2018
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Many credit unions with high loan balances are in pricey areas and serve tightly knit SEGs.
Black Friday, Card Usage, And Loan Balances
November 5, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Black Friday Brings Bright Deals
November 5, 2018
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Black Friday specials at Service Credit Union offer a way to show members and staff some appreciation.
4 Things To Consider When Looking For An Outsourced Collections Partner
November 5, 2018
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Trained professionals help ensure credit union members receive quality services from a third-party collector.
Lending By The Numbers (2Q18)
November 5, 2018
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Total loans at U.S. credit unions increased by 9.7% in the second quarter of 2018 and reached an all-time high.
What’s In A Name: Diversity And Inclusion Officer
October 29, 2018
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Esmi Rivera helps Notre Dame FCU spread financial wellness and opportunity one member engagement and workshop at a time.
12 Months. 365 Days. 5 Million Members.
The movement’s membership base is growing. How are credit unions responding?
Loan Growth And Asset Quality In Third Quarter 2018
Lending is strong, asset quality is, too, as third quarter performance data rolls in.
Branching, Swiping, And Indirect Lending
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Marketing Mailer For Mobile Wallets
How a piece of physical collateral educated members on the benefits of digital wallets and increased card usage at the same time.
Leaders In Average Loan Balances (2Q18)
Many credit unions with high loan balances are in pricey areas and serve tightly knit SEGs.
Black Friday, Card Usage, And Loan Balances
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Black Friday Brings Bright Deals
Black Friday specials at Service Credit Union offer a way to show members and staff some appreciation.
4 Things To Consider When Looking For An Outsourced Collections Partner
Trained professionals help ensure credit union members receive quality services from a third-party collector.
Lending By The Numbers (2Q18)
Total loans at U.S. credit unions increased by 9.7% in the second quarter of 2018 and reached an all-time high.
What’s In A Name: Diversity And Inclusion Officer
Esmi Rivera helps Notre Dame FCU spread financial wellness and opportunity one member engagement and workshop at a time.
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What Makes Good AI Policy? Start With Curiosity And Accountability.
Marc Rapport
As credit unions move from experimentation to adoption, leaders offer firsthand knowledge on what separates weak policies from strong ones that actually work.
Governance And Guardrails Help Credit Unions Navigate AI
Aaron Passman
How Members Cooperative focuses on structure, oversight, and clear expectations to ensure AI supports, not undermines, long term strategy.
What’s In A Name: Chief AI Officer
Aaron Passman
As Hudson Valley Credit Union’s artificial intelligence chief, Preetha Sekharan holds a rare role in the industry, but it’s one that is likely to become far more common in the future.
All Eyes On AI
Aaron Passman
Artificial intelligence for credit unions has moved from a future concept to today’s full-fledged leadership and governance challenge.
The Callahan Guide To The 2026 Final Four
Tony Waltrich
What happens when credit union performance data meets March Madness? Callahan’s proprietary model breaks down state-level results to forecast who takes home the hardware.
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.
How Does BCU Put AI Policy Into Practice?
Marc Rapport
AI governance matters as much as innovation when it comes to AI. Learn how BCU built an AI practice that prioritizes data integrity, risk management, and real world decision making.