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
Lending
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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-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.
Lending By The Numbers (1Q18)
August 6, 2018
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First quarter lending at credit unions contributed to an expanding balance sheet.
Streamline Your Collections With Technology
August 6, 2018
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Software tools can help a credit union’s collection staff be more productive while providing better service.
Help Members Reach Their Dreams Of Homeownership
August 6, 2018
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How BECU uses Fannie Mae HomeReady Mortgage program and financial education to enable members to buy their homes.
Best Of July 2018
August 1, 2018
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Based on July traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
10 Strategic Questions, Raising Deposit Rates, And More
July 30, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
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.
Lending By The Numbers (1Q18)
First quarter lending at credit unions contributed to an expanding balance sheet.
Streamline Your Collections With Technology
Software tools can help a credit union’s collection staff be more productive while providing better service.
Help Members Reach Their Dreams Of Homeownership
How BECU uses Fannie Mae HomeReady Mortgage program and financial education to enable members to buy their homes.
Best Of July 2018
Based on July traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
10 Strategic Questions, Raising Deposit Rates, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
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 novel 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.