Now’s The Time To Do (Measurably) Well And Good
August 20, 2015
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Surging credit union metrics combine with startling measures of Americans’ financial woes to paint picture of opportunity and challenge.
Loan Originations
Loan Originations Hit Another Record High In Second Quarter
August 11, 2015
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Total YTD loan originations at U.S. credit unions grew 20% year-over-year to reach $200 billion through the first six months of 2015, an increase of more than $30 billion over the same time period last year.
Minnesota Credit Unions Lead The Nation In First Mortgage Loan Origination Growth
August 11, 2015
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Wings Financial’s triple-digit annual increase in first mortgage originations is a guiding force in the North Star State.
Teen Drivers Need Car-Buying Lessons
July 28, 2015
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Arlington Community Federal Credit Union recognizes that young adults ready to buy their first car might need help with saving funds and purchasing the vehicle.
A Grace Period By Any Other Name
June 11, 2015
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Call it what you will, CFPB’s promise to go easy on mortgage disclosure changes provides some temporary relief.
CU Direct’s DRIVE Delivers Positive Take
June 9, 2015
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No credit bubble in sight at CU Direct’s Automotive Lending and Marketing Conference.
How Efficiency Can Drive Sustainable Loan Growth
June 8, 2015
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Assessing your credit union’s loan approval processes can show where automation can boost operational efficiency and member satisfaction.
Small Loans Could Be Big Business
June 3, 2015
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Zillow mortgage research shows that many small borrowers will pay 10% more for every dollar borrowed than a borrower with a $400,000 loan.
Loan Originations Triple At Central Macomb Community Credit Union
May 21, 2015
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The Michigan credit union posted 35% annual loan growth in first quarter 2015.
San Antonio FCU Posts A Record Mortgage Performance
May 12, 2015
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The Florida credit union reported a 97% increase in first mortgage originations in the first quarter of 2015.
Now’s The Time To Do (Measurably) Well And Good
Surging credit union metrics combine with startling measures of Americans’ financial woes to paint picture of opportunity and challenge.
Loan Originations Hit Another Record High In Second Quarter
Total YTD loan originations at U.S. credit unions grew 20% year-over-year to reach $200 billion through the first six months of 2015, an increase of ...
Minnesota Credit Unions Lead The Nation In First Mortgage Loan Origination Growth
Wings Financial’s triple-digit annual increase in first mortgage originations is a guiding force in the North Star State.
Teen Drivers Need Car-Buying Lessons
Arlington Community Federal Credit Union recognizes that young adults ready to buy their first car might need help with saving funds and purchasing the vehicle.
A Grace Period By Any Other Name
Call it what you will, CFPB's promise to go easy on mortgage disclosure changes provides some temporary relief.
CU Direct’s DRIVE Delivers Positive Take
No credit bubble in sight at CU Direct’s Automotive Lending and Marketing Conference.
How Efficiency Can Drive Sustainable Loan Growth
Assessing your credit union’s loan approval processes can show where automation can boost operational efficiency and member satisfaction.
Loan Originations Triple At Central Macomb Community Credit Union
The Michigan credit union posted 35% annual loan growth in first quarter 2015.
San Antonio FCU Posts A Record Mortgage Performance
The Florida credit union reported a 97% increase in first mortgage originations in the first quarter of 2015.
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Fintech Grounded In Mission As Much As Market Opportunity
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Small Loans Could Be Big Business