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In 2004, Redwood Credit Union took the leap from making auto loans to managing its own auto dealership. Now it has advice for others on how to do it, too.
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By turning a longstanding credit model on its head, BECU repriced $100 million in loans in 2015.
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As the incoming leader of Langley Federal Credit Union, Tom Ryan helped his board strike the balance between embracing historic practices and plotting future improvements.
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Feds Faster Payments Task Force reports include credit union participation and spark anticipation for changes to come.
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Credit unions need to value service as much as profitability and be able to show it.
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Traditional retailers and credit unions are not necessarily on the same side of the digital divide when it comes to moving the model online.
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Compliance dance card overflows in 2015 while credit union legal beagles see TRID and true changes in 2016.
Credit Unions Fund More Loans, Still Hold $350 Billion In Investments
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Loan growth drives down balances while industry assets overall remain steady.
4 Tips To Stop Selling Products And Start Selling Experience
In 2004, Redwood Credit Union took the leap from making auto loans to managing its own auto dealership. Now it has advice for others on ...
The Employee Of The Future
Why tomorrow’s cooperative workers will need to know more, do more, and own more, and how we can help them get there.
Do It Right The First Time
How Belvoir Credit Union leveraged its compliance investment to benefit the credit union industry.
A Strategy To Reward Members For Positive Behavior
By turning a longstanding credit model on its head, BECU repriced $100 million in loans in 2015.
Governance With A New CEO
As the incoming leader of Langley Federal Credit Union, Tom Ryan helped his board strike the balance between embracing historic practices and plotting future improvements.
Same-Day Payments Criteria Set The Stage
Feds Faster Payments Task Force reports include credit union participation and spark anticipation for changes to come.
Lessons From The Retail World
Traditional retailers and credit unions are not necessarily on the same side of the digital divide when it comes to moving the model online.
Reading The Tea Leaves Of Regulation
Compliance dance card overflows in 2015 while credit union legal beagles see TRID and true changes in 2016.
Credit Unions Fund More Loans, Still Hold $350 Billion In Investments
Loan growth drives down balances while industry assets overall remain steady.
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Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
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Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
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Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
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Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
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Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.
The Affordable Housing Crisis Goes Beyond Single-Family Homes
Aaron Passman
The cost of manufactured homes has increased even faster than that of traditional houses. That can affect members’ ability to qualify for and repay those loans.
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