Auto Lending Surges As Other Categories Stall
June 12, 2023
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Credit unions increased market share for auto originations in the first quarter, but that wasn’t true across the board.
Loan Originations
Mortgage Originations Drop. Market Share Remains Flat.
May 30, 2023
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Credit union mortgage market share is largely unchanged from one year ago; however, the percentage of adjustable-rate loans has jumped substantially.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2023
May 15, 2023
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A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months to come.
5 Reasons To Integrate Your Consumer and Mortgage Lending Technology
March 20, 2023
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From improving cross-sell opportunities to increasing efficiency, and beyond, here’s why credit unions should rethink their origination systems.
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
March 20, 2023
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The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
Maximizing An Effective Platform To Meet Members Where They Are Today
March 8, 2023
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In this day and age, credit unions must implement innovative technologies flexible enough to keep up with evolving member preferences. There are many avenues a credit union can take to provide the best tools to members, including hiring specialized talent for building proprietary software or outsourcing technology from financial technology companies. Choosing one option over
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 4Q 2022
February 21, 2023
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Dive into the performance trends that shaped the final quarter of the year, and learn how those metrics could impact the months ahead.
3 Reasons Now Is The Perfect Time To Offer A Lease Program
February 6, 2023
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Borrowers look to credit unions for the best rates on conventional loans but use competitors for alternative low-payment financing options that incorporate residual values.
Loan Balances Reached Record-Breaking YOY Growth
February 6, 2023
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Outstanding loan balances grew 19.1% in the third quarter of 2022. That number has never been higher at U.S. credit unions. What else happened in the loan portfolio?
Making Predictions For The Big Game? Callahan Bowl XVII Can Help.
February 6, 2023
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A look at the lending performance of credit unions in Kansas City and Philadelphia offers a novel way to forecast the winner of this year’s big game.
Auto Lending Surges As Other Categories Stall
Credit unions increased market share for auto originations in the first quarter, but that wasn't true across the board.
Mortgage Originations Drop. Market Share Remains Flat.
Credit union mortgage market share is largely unchanged from one year ago; however, the percentage of adjustable-rate loans has jumped substantially.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2023
A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months ...
5 Reasons To Integrate Your Consumer and Mortgage Lending Technology
From improving cross-sell opportunities to increasing efficiency, and beyond, here’s why credit unions should rethink their origination systems.
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
Maximizing An Effective Platform To Meet Members Where They Are Today
In this day and age, credit unions must implement innovative technologies flexible enough to keep up with evolving member preferences. There are many avenues a ...
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 4Q 2022
Dive into the performance trends that shaped the final quarter of the year, and learn how those metrics could impact the months ahead.
3 Reasons Now Is The Perfect Time To Offer A Lease Program
Borrowers look to credit unions for the best rates on conventional loans but use competitors for alternative low-payment financing options that incorporate residual values.
Loan Balances Reached Record-Breaking YOY Growth
Outstanding loan balances grew 19.1% in the third quarter of 2022. That number has never been higher at U.S. credit unions. What else happened in ...
Making Predictions For The Big Game? Callahan Bowl XVII Can Help.
A look at the lending performance of credit unions in Kansas City and Philadelphia offers a novel way to forecast the winner of this year’s ...
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