Strategic Thinking And The Road Ahead
August 27, 2018
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Credit unions can’t predict the future, but they can prepare for it by thinking about how to respond to change.
Strategic Planning
Top 10 Credit Union Auditing/CPA Firms
August 20, 2018
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By law, credit unions at a certain asset threshold must engage an outside CPA firm for an annual audit. But an inspection of today’s modern credit union includes much more than bean counting.
Is The Credit Union Movement Ambitious Enough?
July 30, 2018
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Credit unions are different, and better. Consumers are catching on, but market share indicates untapped opportunity awaits.
Financial Life Lessons, Gig Workers, And More
April 30, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Spring Is Strategy Season
April 30, 2018
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The process of strategy requires year-long attention.
A 3-Year Mission To Explore 4 Visions
April 16, 2018
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San Mateo Credit Union’s strategic plan is a primer for how to set goals and stay the course.
5 Design Elements That Influence Member Behavior
April 11, 2018
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Every detail in the member experience sends a message about how they should act. Thoughtful tweaks on the credit union’s part can lead to smarter choices from members.
A Lot To Learn, A Lot To Share As Credit Unions Confront Tech Change
April 4, 2018
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A day-long meeting at Visa headquarters provides insight into technology challenges.
At The GAC: A Banner Year For CDFIs While Blockchain Blooms
February 26, 2018
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Federation credit unions told to tell the story, while blockchain pioneers paint a picture of potential.
4 Reasons To Show Checks — And Check Writers — Some Love (And 4 Ways To Do It)
February 12, 2018
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Consumers still write checks by the billions and are likely your most valuable members.
Top 10 Credit Union Auditing/CPA Firms
By law, credit unions at a certain asset threshold must engage an outside CPA firm for an annual audit. But an inspection of today’s modern ...
Is The Credit Union Movement Ambitious Enough?
Credit unions are different, and better. Consumers are catching on, but market share indicates untapped opportunity awaits.
Financial Life Lessons, Gig Workers, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Spring Is Strategy Season
The process of strategy requires year-long attention.
A 3-Year Mission To Explore 4 Visions
San Mateo Credit Union’s strategic plan is a primer for how to set goals and stay the course.
5 Design Elements That Influence Member Behavior
Every detail in the member experience sends a message about how they should act. Thoughtful tweaks on the credit union’s part can lead to smarter ...
A Lot To Learn, A Lot To Share As Credit Unions Confront Tech Change
A day-long meeting at Visa headquarters provides insight into technology challenges.
At The GAC: A Banner Year For CDFIs While Blockchain Blooms
Federation credit unions told to tell the story, while blockchain pioneers paint a picture of potential.
4 Reasons To Show Checks — And Check Writers — Some Love (And 4 Ways To Do It)
Consumers still write checks by the billions and are likely your most valuable members.
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AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
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.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
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.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
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.
Markets Flip From Pricing Cuts To 50% Chance Of Hikes
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
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.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
Aaron Passman
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.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
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.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
Strategic Thinking And The Road Ahead