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
Our Lending page is the spot for credit union strategies on product development, operations, and pricing.
Top Lending Articles
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 Large Credit Union With Low Delinquency
February 12, 2018
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Innovative consumer loan and financial education products have helped BECU perform admirably in asset quality.
4 Digital Experiences That Improve Performance
February 12, 2018
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Is a digital footprint really that important? You bet your bottom dollar.
Bangor FCU Does A Bang-Up Job In Real Estate Penetration
February 5, 2018
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Real estate penetration at the Pine Tree State credit union reached 30.65% in the fourth quarter 2017.
Autos, MBLs, Credit Cards, And More
February 5, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Best Of January 2018
February 5, 2018
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Based on January traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Now An Emerging New Opportunity
February 5, 2018
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Credit unions can help their employees via targeted financial education and repayment assistance, and potentially strengthen SEG relationships, with new benefits tied to student loans.
How A Michigan Credit Union Builds Business With Businesses
February 5, 2018
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Community Choice Credit Union kept lending while the economy tanked and now is riding a new wave of MBL activity.
Lending Highlights From Third Quarter 2017
February 5, 2018
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Growth percentiles in major lending categories highlight opportunity and success in the credit union loan portfolio.
Online Loan Origination And The Human Touch
February 5, 2018
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Efficiency on the back end and heightened satisfaction on the front end await the credit union that deploys a robust LOS.
Palm Readings, Reality Fairs, And More
January 22, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
A Large Credit Union With Low Delinquency
Innovative consumer loan and financial education products have helped BECU perform admirably in asset quality.
4 Digital Experiences That Improve Performance
Is a digital footprint really that important? You bet your bottom dollar.
Bangor FCU Does A Bang-Up Job In Real Estate Penetration
Real estate penetration at the Pine Tree State credit union reached 30.65% in the fourth quarter 2017.
Autos, MBLs, Credit Cards, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Best Of January 2018
Based on January traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Now An Emerging New Opportunity
Credit unions can help their employees via targeted financial education and repayment assistance, and potentially strengthen SEG relationships, with new benefits tied to student loans.
How A Michigan Credit Union Builds Business With Businesses
Community Choice Credit Union kept lending while the economy tanked and now is riding a new wave of MBL activity.
Lending Highlights From Third Quarter 2017
Growth percentiles in major lending categories highlight opportunity and success in the credit union loan portfolio.
Online Loan Origination And The Human Touch
Efficiency on the back end and heightened satisfaction on the front end await the credit union that deploys a robust LOS.
Palm Readings, Reality Fairs, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Browse Topics
A New Product Playbook Is Driving Change At Premier Credit Union
Savana Morie
In order to adopt a more proactive strategy, the Iowa cooperative is using a dedicated product development team to promote visibility and follow-through from idea to launch.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: AI-Powered Member Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions can use AI to combine cutting-edge technology with old-school member service.
When Members Don’t Turn To FIs, They Turn To Friends And Family
Andrew Lepczyk
Financial advice comes in many forms. How can credits union make sure they are the No. 1 choice for their members?
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Reimagining The Lending Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are uncovering new ways to harness the power of technology to improve and expand lending across the industry.
A Small Match Builds Big Emergency Savings At Lake Trust
Aaron Passman
A program to help staffers improve their savings skills generated more than $200,000 in deposits and helped change participants’ financial habits.
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.