Mortgage loan originations had a strong first quarter, but credit unions are keeping a larger percentage of mortgages on their books.
Down payment assistance, home-buyer education, and savings plans are among the tools used by New York University FCU and San Mateo Credit Union to put members in homes in the hottest markets.
Credit unions lent $461.2 billion throughout 2016, surpassing 2015 totals by 12.3%. See how top, middle, and lagging performers differed.
The American Dream is a strong national ethos that defines this country. But has that dream evolved, and does it mean the same thing for me as it once did for past generations?
Four can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Twenty-eight graphs, charts, and maps that evaluate credit union performance in the fourth quarter of 2016.
The self-employed represent 10% of the nation’s workforce. Discover the tools you need to take your business with self-employed borrowers to the next level.
The strong lending growth posted by U.S. credit unions in fourth quarter 2016 is an apt wrap-up for a successful year.
There’s help out there for ensuring QC happens among people and processes.
Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
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.