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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.
2018 Economic Outlook
March 28, 2018
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Callahan’s annual Executive Outlook Survey shines a light on the economic challenges and opportunities for credit unions in the months ahead.
First-Time Homebuyers, Automation, And NII
March 26, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
2 Real Millennials. 1 Real Mortgage. (Part 6)
March 26, 2018
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This millennial couple is moving into a mortgage. Follow their first-time homebuyer story.
2018 Executive Priorities At-A-Glance
March 19, 2018
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Feedback from Callahan’s 2018 Executive Outlook Survey identifies industry challenges and opportunities for the months ahead.
Employee Surveys, USDA Loans, And More
March 19, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Recovering Your Collection Costs
March 16, 2018
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Infinitives and past-tense participles? Contractual language proves crucial in collections cost provisions and the cases that could follow.
3 Ways To Manage Liquidity
March 12, 2018
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In a changing economic environment, balance sheet management is top-of-mind with credit union executives.
Best Of February 2018
March 6, 2018
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Based on February traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
5 Reasons To Watch Callahan’s 4Q17 Trendwatch
March 5, 2018
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Early data trends help leaders prepare for year-end analysis.
State In The Spotlight: New York
March 1, 2018
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Both the average share balance and average share accounts per member for New York credit unions was higher than national averages.
2018 Economic Outlook
Callahan’s annual Executive Outlook Survey shines a light on the economic challenges and opportunities for credit unions in the months ahead.
First-Time Homebuyers, Automation, And NII
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
2 Real Millennials. 1 Real Mortgage. (Part 6)
This millennial couple is moving into a mortgage. Follow their first-time homebuyer story.
2018 Executive Priorities At-A-Glance
Feedback from Callahan’s 2018 Executive Outlook Survey identifies industry challenges and opportunities for the months ahead.
Employee Surveys, USDA Loans, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Recovering Your Collection Costs
Infinitives and past-tense participles? Contractual language proves crucial in collections cost provisions and the cases that could follow.
3 Ways To Manage Liquidity
In a changing economic environment, balance sheet management is top-of-mind with credit union executives.
Best Of February 2018
Based on February traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
5 Reasons To Watch Callahan’s 4Q17 Trendwatch
Early data trends help leaders prepare for year-end analysis.
State In The Spotlight: New York
Both the average share balance and average share accounts per member for New York credit unions was higher than national averages.
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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.