Engagement That Drives Growth In 2026
Join Franklin Madison as they cover how you can identify and serve members with different financial needs at different life stages, and how to align product offerings with those needs in real time.
Join Franklin Madison as they cover how you can identify and serve members with different financial needs at different life stages, and how to align product offerings with those needs in real time.
Recent studies reveal a slight uptick in optimism, but a growing share of Americans expect their finances to worsen during the next year.
Those born before 1980 use digital wallets at a lower rate than younger consumers, but adoption levels are nearly equal across income levels.
With the academic year over, students across the country are moving into internships — some of those young workers will be the future of the industry.
To celebrate Mortgage Week, CreditUnions.com revisits a curated selection of strategic blueprints, marketing inspiration, and operational playbooks that deserve another moment in the spotlight.
How credit unions can leverage mortgage lending to deepen member engagement and drive long-term growth.
How EFCU Financial’s NIL strategy has progressed from mock negotiations to real relationships.
Set It & Forget It offers a low-barrier entrance to high-yield savings, helping members improve their savings habits.
The economy feels pretty bleak to young consumers, with homeownership seeming permanently out of reach. Some credit unions are taking steps to combat that pessimism.
A new YouGov study indicates only one-third of consumers expect to have enough money saved for retirement by age 65, and virtually no one is confident about their plans once they stop working.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.

A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.

Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.

Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.

Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.

After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.

The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.

How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.

How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.

Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.