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.
Will I Ever Buy A House?
November 15, 2017
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One millennial wonders if he will have to rent for the rest of his life.
Member Business Lending By The Numbers (2Q17)
November 13, 2017
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See why member business loans are one of the fastest growing loan segments in the credit union loan portfolio.
Mortgages, Autos, And Credit Cards, Oh My!
November 13, 2017
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Is Technology Sprawl Ruining Your Member Lending Experience?
November 13, 2017
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The right loan origination system can help ensure loan growth goals are met.
30 Months. 20,000 New Members. $84 Million New Auto Loans.
November 13, 2017
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An Idaho credit union uses credit score analysis to build long-term relationships and the loan portfolio.
Digital Validation And The Human Connection: A Powerful Combination For Mortgage Lending
November 13, 2017
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Credit unions can use their traditional member service strength as an advantage in the digital age.
Seeking Liquidity To Facilitate Loan Growth?
November 13, 2017
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Learn more about two channels of non-member deposits.
Ways Loan Officers Can Help Hispanic Millennial Homebuyers
November 13, 2017
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Understanding the role of family and technology can go a long way toward becoming the trusted agent for that most major of purchases.
Participations Grow While Secondary Sales Slow
November 13, 2017
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Secondary market sales of burgeoning credit union mortgage share remains dominant, but credit unions are selling more loans to each other, too.
1 Mortgage Metric Sliced 6 Ways (Part 3)
November 13, 2017
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New HMDA data shows how credit unions in different NCUA regions fared in 2016. And finally, loan purpose.
Will I Ever Buy A House?
One millennial wonders if he will have to rent for the rest of his life.
Member Business Lending By The Numbers (2Q17)
See why member business loans are one of the fastest growing loan segments in the credit union loan portfolio.
Mortgages, Autos, And Credit Cards, Oh My!
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Is Technology Sprawl Ruining Your Member Lending Experience?
The right loan origination system can help ensure loan growth goals are met.
30 Months. 20,000 New Members. $84 Million New Auto Loans.
An Idaho credit union uses credit score analysis to build long-term relationships and the loan portfolio.
Digital Validation And The Human Connection: A Powerful Combination For Mortgage Lending
Credit unions can use their traditional member service strength as an advantage in the digital age.
Seeking Liquidity To Facilitate Loan Growth?
Learn more about two channels of non-member deposits.
Ways Loan Officers Can Help Hispanic Millennial Homebuyers
Understanding the role of family and technology can go a long way toward becoming the trusted agent for that most major of purchases.
Participations Grow While Secondary Sales Slow
Secondary market sales of burgeoning credit union mortgage share remains dominant, but credit unions are selling more loans to each other, too.
1 Mortgage Metric Sliced 6 Ways (Part 3)
New HMDA data shows how credit unions in different NCUA regions fared in 2016. And finally, loan purpose.
Browse Topics
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.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
Callahan & Associates
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.