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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.
Centralized Lending Leads To Triple The Consumer Loans
March 6, 2017
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Credit Union of Southern California moved to a centralized lending environment in summer 2016. Here’s how the credit union built its team and adjusted policies.
How Funding Is The Key To Maintaining Robust Lending Portfolios
March 6, 2017
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Non-member deposits join indirect lending, MBLs, and loan participations as liquidity strategies.
Is Quality Control Part Of Your Credit Union’s Culture?
March 6, 2017
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There’s help out there for ensuring QC happens among people and processes.
USC Credit Union Tops The Charts In Student Lending Growth
March 6, 2017
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Student loan growth is on the rise and delinquency is falling at this California credit union.
How To Grow Loan Balances
March 6, 2017
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Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Buzz Around Auto Lending In The Beehive State
March 3, 2017
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How America First, Mountain America, and Security Service divide and conquer the Utah auto market.
Why Can’t Bigger Be Better?
March 2, 2017
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This is not an indictment of large credit unions. Instead, I hope it’s a reminder to all of us of why we’re here.
3 Ways To Engage Your Digital Members
March 1, 2017
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Expand your payment channels, conduct a “user journey” audit, and partner with experienced, trusted providers.
Juntos Avanzamos, Hitting $1B, And Loan Participations
February 27, 2017
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Four can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
4Q 2016 Trendwatch
February 24, 2017
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This must-attend quarterly event for credit union leaders covers performance trends, industry success stories, and areas of opportunity.
Centralized Lending Leads To Triple The Consumer Loans
Credit Union of Southern California moved to a centralized lending environment in summer 2016. Here’s how the credit union built its team and adjusted policies.
How Funding Is The Key To Maintaining Robust Lending Portfolios
Non-member deposits join indirect lending, MBLs, and loan participations as liquidity strategies.
Is Quality Control Part Of Your Credit Union’s Culture?
There’s help out there for ensuring QC happens among people and processes.
USC Credit Union Tops The Charts In Student Lending Growth
Student loan growth is on the rise and delinquency is falling at this California credit union.
How To Grow Loan Balances
Five can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
The Buzz Around Auto Lending In The Beehive State
How America First, Mountain America, and Security Service divide and conquer the Utah auto market.
3 Ways To Engage Your Digital Members
Expand your payment channels, conduct a “user journey” audit, and partner with experienced, trusted providers.
Juntos Avanzamos, Hitting $1B, And Loan Participations
Four can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
4Q 2016 Trendwatch
This must-attend quarterly event for credit union leaders covers performance trends, industry success stories, and areas of opportunity.
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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.
Why Can’t Bigger Be Better?