Funding Job Training With A Twist
July 1, 2019
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A small Ohio credit union includes income replacement in a loan package aimed at spurring personal and community economic development.
Student Lending
Credit Union Student Choice Adds Fintech Flair
June 10, 2019
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Partnerships with two startups add innovative college selection tool and student loan repayment benefit boost to college-bound members and credit union employees.
A Tale Of 2 “Student” Loans
February 4, 2019
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By offering both in-school and refinance lending, credit unions can appeal to members at multiple stages of life and establish a genuine opportunity for long-term relationships.
10 Takeaways From 10 Years In Private Student Lending
October 22, 2018
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Credit unions have carved out a strong niche in providing responsible lending that fills a critical need for many thousands of families ever year.
3 Ways To Settle Student Debt
October 17, 2018
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First Tech FCU goes all in on student debt refinancing, with a suite of products and a team of in-house advisors working to meet specific needs of members.
Pop-Up Branch, Bank Acquisition, Trigger Words, And More
June 11, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
How Many Credit Unions Make Private Student Loans?
June 11, 2018
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Student lending at credit unions increased 14.0% to $4.0 billion in the first quarter of 2018. Test your knowledge of student lending in this data quiz.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Now An Emerging New Opportunity
February 5, 2018
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Credit unions can help their employees via targeted financial education and repayment assistance, and potentially strengthen SEG relationships, with new benefits tied to student loans.
Investments, Margins, And Online Reviews
November 27, 2017
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
More Students. More Student Lending.
November 21, 2017
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Student lending at credit unions was up 13.7% in third quarter 2017.
Funding Job Training With A Twist
A small Ohio credit union includes income replacement in a loan package aimed at spurring personal and community economic development.
Credit Union Student Choice Adds Fintech Flair
Partnerships with two startups add innovative college selection tool and student loan repayment benefit boost to college-bound members and credit union employees.
A Tale Of 2 “Student” Loans
By offering both in-school and refinance lending, credit unions can appeal to members at multiple stages of life and establish a genuine opportunity for long-term ...
10 Takeaways From 10 Years In Private Student Lending
Credit unions have carved out a strong niche in providing responsible lending that fills a critical need for many thousands of families ever year.
3 Ways To Settle Student Debt
First Tech FCU goes all in on student debt refinancing, with a suite of products and a team of in-house advisors working to meet specific ...
Pop-Up Branch, Bank Acquisition, Trigger Words, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
How Many Credit Unions Make Private Student Loans?
Student lending at credit unions increased 14.0% to $4.0 billion in the first quarter of 2018. Test your knowledge of student lending in this data ...
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Now An Emerging New Opportunity
Credit unions can help their employees via targeted financial education and repayment assistance, and potentially strengthen SEG relationships, with new benefits tied to student loans.
Investments, Margins, And Online Reviews
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
More Students. More Student Lending.
Student lending at credit unions was up 13.7% in third quarter 2017.
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How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
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The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
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Fraud Is Faster, Smarter, And Harder To Stop. Here’s How To.
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The Numbers Are Good. The Moment Is Hard.
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Members are anxious about their financial futures, even as credit unions remain financially strong. Institutions that respond to this moment can make 2026 a turning point.
Wages Are Growing. Wallets Are Not.
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Global events are flowing directly into household budgets, reshaping how credit union members save, borrow, and cope. Such trends don’t always show up in headline data.
Credit Unions Are Having A Margin Moment
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Credit unions are benefiting from a rare margin advantage as loans reprice slower than deposits. The question now is how institutions will use that strength to better serve members.
Where Have All The Members Gone?
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Membership growth is slowing, but financial activity is not. What does the modern financial relationship look like?
5 Takeaways From First Quarter Credit Union Performance Data
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Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?