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.
Are Your Lending Capabilities Competitive?
May 7, 2018
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Credit unions have available and need to deploy the same kind of consumer-friendly lending options their larger competitors are providing.
The Mind Of A First-Time Homebuyer
May 7, 2018
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Three Callahan millennials talk about what it takes to buy a home, from the emotional connection to setting long-term savings goals.
Credit Unions Are Turning The Motor City Into Mortgage City
May 7, 2018
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Quicken Loans might be underpinning the revitalization of Detroit, but financial cooperatives are serving the long-awaited renaissance in their own ways.
Regional Performance Report: Central Credit Unions
May 7, 2018
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Credit unions headquartered in the Central Region reported more loan accounts per members than those headquartered in other states. In what other areas did these cooperatives excel?
More Than Money: How Fort Knox FCU Makes A Community Impact
May 1, 2018
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Veterans programs, financial wellness, and food donation are three ways the Kentucky credit union serves its local citizens.
Regional Performance Report: Mid-Atlantic Credit Unions
April 23, 2018
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Credit unions in the Mid-Atlantic reported faster MBL growth than credit unions outside the region. In what other areas did these Mid-Atlantic cooperatives excel?
A Vibrant Culture, Mortgages By The Numbers, And More
April 23, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Mortgages By The Numbers (4Q17)
April 23, 2018
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Real estate lending continues to dominate the loan portfolio, with first mortgage lending taking the largest share.
How To Harness The Energy In Solar Lending
April 18, 2018
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In just four years, San Diego Metropolitan Credit Union has funded more than $75 million in energy-efficient home solar voltaic systems.
Negative Histories Need Not Apply
April 18, 2018
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More stringent accuracy rules will force credit bureaus to leave liens and judgments out of millions of credit reports.
Are Your Lending Capabilities Competitive?
Credit unions have available and need to deploy the same kind of consumer-friendly lending options their larger competitors are providing.
The Mind Of A First-Time Homebuyer
Three Callahan millennials talk about what it takes to buy a home, from the emotional connection to setting long-term savings goals.
Credit Unions Are Turning The Motor City Into Mortgage City
Quicken Loans might be underpinning the revitalization of Detroit, but financial cooperatives are serving the long-awaited renaissance in their own ways.
Regional Performance Report: Central Credit Unions
Credit unions headquartered in the Central Region reported more loan accounts per members than those headquartered in other states. In what other areas did these ...
More Than Money: How Fort Knox FCU Makes A Community Impact
Veterans programs, financial wellness, and food donation are three ways the Kentucky credit union serves its local citizens.
Regional Performance Report: Mid-Atlantic Credit Unions
Credit unions in the Mid-Atlantic reported faster MBL growth than credit unions outside the region. In what other areas did these Mid-Atlantic cooperatives excel?
A Vibrant Culture, Mortgages By The Numbers, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Mortgages By The Numbers (4Q17)
Real estate lending continues to dominate the loan portfolio, with first mortgage lending taking the largest share.
How To Harness The Energy In Solar Lending
In just four years, San Diego Metropolitan Credit Union has funded more than $75 million in energy-efficient home solar voltaic systems.
Negative Histories Need Not Apply
More stringent accuracy rules will force credit bureaus to leave liens and judgments out of millions of credit reports.
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Manufactured Homes Help Close The Housing Affordability Gap
Aaron Passman
Lower prices and better amenities are making pre-built homes an appealing option for credit unions looking to bolster their balance sheet and borrowers stymied by the affordable housing crisis.
How Prepared Are U.S. Workers For Retirement? The Answer Is, ‘Not Well.’
Andrew Lepczyk
Data from Vanguard shows retirement preparation declines with age, leaving no generation fully ready. The gap presents both a challenge and an opportunity for credit unions.
What’s In A Name: Chief People And Technology Officer
Savana Morie
It’s not every day a technology leader takes over HR. Vantage West’s Rob Hoyle explains why the two disciplines are linked now more than ever.
The Employee Benefit Cost Crisis And The Financial Strategy Forward-Thinking Credit Unions Are Using To Solve It
Callahan & Associates
Rising credit union benefit costs don’t have to remain a permanent operating burden.
Financial Market Jitters Escalate
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Takeaways From Day 2 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From macroeconomics to multiculturalism, the future of AI, and more, the second day of this year’s convention was packed with insights.
Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From new attitudes to new ways of thinking about service delivery, here’s a look at the first day of the industry’s biggest event.
Credit Union Storytelling With A Mission Focus
Marc Rapport
Storytelling drives growth and loyalty at Navy Federal, where real member experiences become narratives that strengthen trust, reinforce value, and build lasting relationships.
How Lake Trust Turns Member Experiences Into Brand Strategy
Savana Morie
From where stories come from to how they’re produced and distributed, Lake Trust shares how authentic member narratives strengthen its brand and show what “positive impact” looks like in action.
How An Internal Storyteller Fuels Member Growth At Navy Federal
Marc Rapport
An expert in user experience turns complex problems and opportunities into narratives that guide leaders toward confident decisions and growth-focused investment.