Current complications highlight how student lending can help members bridge the financial gap between the cost of education and savings, scholarships, and federal aid.
How credit unions can meet the unique funding needs of today’s college students and families.
Delinquency in on the rise, but some areas of the loan portfolio are performing notably better than others.
Federal student loan payments resume in October, increasing the monthly debt load by hundreds of dollars for many borrowers.
Payments and interest on federal student loans are set to resume following a three-year pause. Here’s how one credit union is preparing.
Watch now to see the top 5 reasons that your credit union should be offering and growing a private student loan solution in 2023.
With post-pandemic college enrollment on the rise and inflationary pressures impacting family finances, 2023 offers a big opportunity for credit unions in private student lending.
In late August, the Biden-Harris administration announced their long-awaited plans for easing the financial burden of the millions of Americans who hold federal student loans. Watch this session to get answers!
Attrition in the space will drive demand to traditional deposit-backed institutions. In turn, colleges and universities will seek stable, community-focused institutions that can support families.
Summer may only be at its midway point, but that’s not stopping credit unions from back-to-school planning. Many institutions all over the country kick off their back-to-school campaigns well ahead of the new academic year. Parents and students often need help to buy new backpacks, clothing, laptops and a host of other classroom supplies. Many
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.