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.
Credit Union Leaders In 4 Real Estate Metrics
December 22, 2017
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First mortgages are on the rise as the real estate portfolio shifts.
Credit Union Leaders In 3 Auto Lending Metrics
December 21, 2017
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Credit unions make auto loans despite a slowdown in auto industry performance.
Holiday Loans That Generate Interest
December 18, 2017
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A range of rates and terms light up the credit union landscape around the world.
3Q 2017 Trendwatch
December 4, 2017
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This must-attend quarterly event for credit union leaders covers performance trends, industry success stories, and areas of opportunity.
State In The Spotlight: California
December 1, 2017
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California credit unions outperformed national averages on both sides of the balance sheet. Average loan balance, average share balance, and average member relationship were all higher than the national averages.
Appreciation For Appreciating Earning Assets
November 29, 2017
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Earning assets are the majority of assets at credit unions. What factors impact how credit unions can leverage them?
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2017
November 28, 2017
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Member-first, not bank-lite. How did credit unions perform in the third quarter?
Investments, Margins, And Online Reviews
November 27, 2017
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
More Students. More Student Lending.
November 21, 2017
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Student lending at credit unions was up 13.7% in third quarter 2017.
The Indirect Addiction, SEG Savings, And Millennial Homebuying
November 20, 2017
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Four can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Credit Union Leaders In 4 Real Estate Metrics
First mortgages are on the rise as the real estate portfolio shifts.
Credit Union Leaders In 3 Auto Lending Metrics
Credit unions make auto loans despite a slowdown in auto industry performance.
Holiday Loans That Generate Interest
A range of rates and terms light up the credit union landscape around the world.
3Q 2017 Trendwatch
This must-attend quarterly event for credit union leaders covers performance trends, industry success stories, and areas of opportunity.
State In The Spotlight: California
California credit unions outperformed national averages on both sides of the balance sheet. Average loan balance, average share balance, and average member relationship were all ...
Appreciation For Appreciating Earning Assets
Earning assets are the majority of assets at credit unions. What factors impact how credit unions can leverage them?
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2017
Member-first, not bank-lite. How did credit unions perform in the third quarter?
Investments, Margins, And Online Reviews
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
More Students. More Student Lending.
Student lending at credit unions was up 13.7% in third quarter 2017.
The Indirect Addiction, SEG Savings, And Millennial Homebuying
Four can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
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A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Savana Morie
Whitefish Credit Union barely mentions itself in its member stories. Instead, its high-quality video storytelling spotlights people, businesses, and communities, building trust, advocacy, and impact that don’t always show up in traditional ROI metrics.
Exit Interview: Deb Vollmer
Aaron Passman
The retired Langley FCU executive looks back on a career shaped by industry change, evolving leadership responsibility, and a constant focus on serving members first.
How Affinity FCU Became A Financial First Responder
Callahan & Associates
The New Jersey-New York metro credit union shares how a wellbeing-led strategy ensures members know where to turn first when life gets difficult.
Running With Scissors: The Bold Side Of Personalization
Callahan & Associates
To become skilled at personalization, credit unions must stop making assumptions about what resonates with members and start leveraging data to be sure.
A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
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.