With three full government shutdowns and repeated trips to the precipice in the past 25 years, credit unions have had plenty of opportunity to refine how they approach helping members during work stoppages.
With nearly all Michigan businesses classified as small, Lake Trust’s Entrepreneurial Institute, launched in partnership with Cleary University, helps owners sharpen skills, access resources, and reinforce local economic resilience.
From classrooms to credit unions, Brent Rempe’s approach as CEO at First Alliance Credit Union blends education, service, and purpose-driven leadership.
Resilient credit unions don’t just make plans — they build the muscle to bend, bounce back, and boldly adapt.
The Wyoming cooperative combines custom impact measurements with traditional KPIs to track progress on its 10-year strategic plan.
Publix Employees FCU turns everyday moments into lasting financial impact. Through on-site support and a vibrant wellness program, the credit union is building trust, offering guidance, and forging financial confidence one associate at a time.
Recent studies reveal a slight uptick in optimism, but a growing share of Americans expect their finances to worsen during the next year.
Financial wellbeing isn’t about budgets or education; it’s about trust, confidence, and a sense of control.
Affinity Federal Credit Union redefines financial success by focusing on emotional confidence, community impact, and member trust.
A midyear look back at how credit unions are lifting up their communities in ways that go beyond just banking.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Financial Wellbeing Isn’t What You Think It Is