Fourth Quarter Data Uncovers Organic Growth In Montana
After Bitterroot Community FCU in Montana opened a new branch, it posted a 21.2% increase in new members.
After Bitterroot Community FCU in Montana opened a new branch, it posted a 21.2% increase in new members.
Whitefish Credit Union will soon have $600 million in assets and 22% of credit union assets in Montana, although it is confined to a small corner of the state. It is plain vanilla, taking deposits and making loans and little else. It relies on word of mouth. Its notable success owes to its above-market dividend rate, good loan rates and a reputation for reliability.
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