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.
Boost In Pay, Second Quarter Data, And Baby Boomers
August 27, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Credit Union Guide To Baby Boomers
August 27, 2018
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Different generations require different conversations. This interactive series shows how credit unions can serve all ages.
Credit Union Delinquency Drops 8 Basis Points At Midyear
August 27, 2018
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Asset quality is stronger than one year ago as 2018 shapes up to be the best year for delinquency since the Great Recession.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2018
August 22, 2018
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Loans, liquidity, and credit union love. How did credit unions perform in the second quarter?
The Credit Union Guide To Generation X
August 20, 2018
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Different generations require different conversations. This interactive series shows how credit unions can serve all ages.
Loan-to-Share Ratio Nears Record High
August 20, 2018
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As loan growth outpaces deposit growth, the industry loan-to-share ratio reaches 82.9%.
Credit Cards By The Numbers (1Q18)
August 13, 2018
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Balances as well as delinquencies for credit union credit cards were on the rise in the first quarter of the year.
Buy A House. Have A Party.
August 9, 2018
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Homebuying can be scary. Jeanne D’Arc’s housewarming parties help members cut loose and celebrate a new stage of life.
Reward Card Retention, Small-Dollar Loans, And Lending By The Numbers
August 6, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
5 Small Loans That Make A Big Difference
August 6, 2018
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A loan doesn’t have to be massive to be mighty. These high-impact programs have an outsize effect on members and communities.
Boost In Pay, Second Quarter Data, And Baby Boomers
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Credit Union Guide To Baby Boomers
Different generations require different conversations. This interactive series shows how credit unions can serve all ages.
Credit Union Delinquency Drops 8 Basis Points At Midyear
Asset quality is stronger than one year ago as 2018 shapes up to be the best year for delinquency since the Great Recession.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2018
Loans, liquidity, and credit union love. How did credit unions perform in the second quarter?
The Credit Union Guide To Generation X
Different generations require different conversations. This interactive series shows how credit unions can serve all ages.
Loan-to-Share Ratio Nears Record High
As loan growth outpaces deposit growth, the industry loan-to-share ratio reaches 82.9%.
Credit Cards By The Numbers (1Q18)
Balances as well as delinquencies for credit union credit cards were on the rise in the first quarter of the year.
Buy A House. Have A Party.
Homebuying can be scary. Jeanne D’Arc’s housewarming parties help members cut loose and celebrate a new stage of life.
Reward Card Retention, Small-Dollar Loans, And Lending By The Numbers
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
5 Small Loans That Make A Big Difference
A loan doesn’t have to be massive to be mighty. These high-impact programs have an outsize effect on members and communities.
Browse Topics
Credit Union Data Predicts Who Will Win Super Bowl 2026
Andrew Lepczyk
As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
Aaron Passman
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
Callahan & Associates
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.