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.
2 Real Millennials. 1 Real Mortgage. (Part 5)
February 26, 2018
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This millennial couple is moving into a mortgage. Follow their first-time homebuyer story.
The WOW Factor Kicks Off The GAC
February 25, 2018
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New solutions to old problems highlight the small credit union roundtable as CUNA’s big annual conference gets underway.
Benefits, Investments, Liquidity, And More
February 20, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
2018 Innovation Series: Innovations In Lending
February 15, 2018
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Join the CreditUnions.com team for our inaugural Innovation Series, where four hand-picked lending solutions providers share their awesome innovations with you.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 4Q 2017
February 14, 2018
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Changes in auto lending and questions of liquidity highlight credit union performance in the fourth quarter of 2017.
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.
2 Real Millennials. 1 Real Mortgage. (Part 5)
This millennial couple is moving into a mortgage. Follow their first-time homebuyer story.
The WOW Factor Kicks Off The GAC
New solutions to old problems highlight the small credit union roundtable as CUNA’s big annual conference gets underway.
Benefits, Investments, Liquidity, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
2018 Innovation Series: Innovations In Lending
Join the CreditUnions.com team for our inaugural Innovation Series, where four hand-picked lending solutions providers share their awesome innovations with you.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 4Q 2017
Changes in auto lending and questions of liquidity highlight credit union performance in the fourth quarter of 2017.
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.
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Fintech Grounded In Mission As Much As Market Opportunity
Marc Rapport
Suncoast Credit Union balances near-term needs with longer-term bets, applying discipline to timing, valuation, and fit to decide when to invest and when to walk away.
Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Looking for quarterly data coverage, expert analysis, lessons from leading credit unions, and more? Callahan has it covered. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the details has never been easier.
Cost Pressures Are Changing Member Behavior
Savana Morie
First quarter data shows how rising costs are pushing consumers toward flexibility and reshaping borrowing and saving habits.
WSECU Invests In Innovation To Solve Pain Points
Marc Rapport
A dedicated CUSO holding company allows WSECU to move beyond building and back fintech partners it helps shape and scale.
When Employees Own Culture, Service Follows
Savana Morie
Advancial FCU links internal service standards, employee feedback, and peer recognition to create a more consistent experience for both staff and members.
How MSUFCU Builds And Backs Fintech Solutions
Marc Rapport
MSUFCU takes a hands-on approach to fintech, piloting solutions through its in-house lab before scaling and backing them through a wholly owned CUSO.
Members Demand Digital, But They Want Branches, Too
Savana Morie
Affinity Plus FCU has a clear member service mantra: digital for daily, human when it’s hard. Its CEO and CFO share what that looks like in practice.
How A Holding Company Helps Service Credit Union Win At Fintech
Marc Rapport
The New Hampshire cooperative shares how its fintech arm, Service Ventures, evaluates investments, balances risk, and defines success.
Future Bets From Today’s Credit Unions
Marc Rapport
Industry leaders share how they approach fintech investment, balancing immediate needs with longer-term bets while keeping member value and mission at the center.
AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.