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Partner Perspectives

The Canary In The Coal Mine: Does Collateral Protection Insurance Cause Defaults — Or Prevent Them?

Worried the CPI on a borrower’s loan might increase the likelihood of default? Good news – it’s actually an opportunity to protect your member.
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Banking On Values In A Crowded Montana Market

Clearwater Credit Union is growing rapidly by embracing values-based banking and characteristics of life unique to Big Sky Country.
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How Being ‘Unapologetically Different’ Helped Buckeye State’s Turnaround

A focus on reining in costs and changing organizational culture have transformed the Ohio-based institution.
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A Small But Mighty Response To Payday Lenders And Fintech Competitors

Credit unions are experimenting with employee-sponsored small-dollar loan programs at the urging of Filene and the FINRA Foundation.
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How This Small Indiana Credit Union Works To ‘Bridge The Gap’

Afena FCU partners with a local foundation to take on payday lenders with long-term, low-rate loans with a savings component and financial counseling.
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6 Lending Strategies That Make A Powerful Member Impact

These credit unions rallied around the needs of members to uncover hidden potential in the loan portfolio.
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6 Ways Credit Unions Use CDFI Grants

Twenty-five years in, the Treasury Department program’s roster is dominated by member-owned cooperative financial institutions, who find a precise mission fit.
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5 Small Loans That Make A Big Difference

A loan doesn’t have to be massive to be mighty. These high-impact programs have an outsize effect on members and communities.
Industry Insights

CFPB Payday Lending Rule Requires Speaking Up

New regs would provide a safe harbor under NCUA rule, but some say the effects could re-define small-dollar lending and sharply reduce availability.
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A Wake Up Call for Credit Unions: Solutions for Stuggling Members

Beleagured members benefit when Ent Federal Credit Union's collection team morphs into proactive Member Solutions department.
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