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.
A Black Friday Special That Meets Yearlong Needs
November 19, 2018
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Members Advantage Community Credit Union’s holiday loan meets member needs over the holiday season and uncovers opportunities for credit building all year long.
South Carolina FCU Doesn’t Wait For Small Business Saturday
November 16, 2018
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The Palmetto State cooperative encourages small businesses to think big with banking, management, and consulting services.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2018
November 15, 2018
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Membership growth, earnings gap, and lending market share — find out how credit unions performed in the third quarter.
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.
A Black Friday Special That Meets Yearlong Needs
Members Advantage Community Credit Union's holiday loan meets member needs over the holiday season and uncovers opportunities for credit building all year long.
South Carolina FCU Doesn’t Wait For Small Business Saturday
The Palmetto State cooperative encourages small businesses to think big with banking, management, and consulting services.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2018
Membership growth, earnings gap, and lending market share — find out how credit unions performed in the third quarter.
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.
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.