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Bank credit: is it growing, and where’s it going?

Lenders have loosened purse strings, but some sectors are monopolising bank loans. Hence the clamour for more credit

Here's What You Need to Look For to Make Sure You're Not Being Scammed at the ATM

Mortgage Loans: Stick With A Bank Or Go With A Broker?

It matters where you go for a mortgage. Who offers a better deal — a banker or broker?

Is a personal loan for you?

Personal loans have surged in popularity, due in part to increasing consumer confidence and a growing array of online lenders to provide them.

What Is the Difference Between a Bank and a Credit Union?

Labeled as profit mongers who invent outrageous fees and give mediocre customer service, banks have not made a good impression on consumers. As a result, many of us end up looking for alternatives.…

How to Get the Best Auto Loan Rates

Do you know how to find the best auto loan rates? We've outlined some tips here to help guide you through the process.

How do auto loans work?

So how do auto loans work? Since most people buying a new or used car opt for financing it’s an important question, and understanding the answer will help you in the purchase process.…

Will Credit Unions Replace Banks?

Credit unions are gaining more popularity among consumers as alternatives to banks for their higher rates and lower fees.

“Hey, Don’t you bank at a Credit Union?”

Do you belong to a credit union? If so, has anyone ever asked you about that? Maybe someone walked up and said “Hey Joe, don’t you bank at a credit union?” What was your reply?…

Is a credit union better than a bank?

Have you ever wondered if a credit union is better than a bank? The choice between the two will ultimately boil down to the different... more >

Without passion, is your credit union just a bank?

Are you passionate about your Credit Union? “Yes” you say? Would the people you work with agree with you? Can you think of 3-4 ways that your passion comes through? If you are uniquely wired and passionate about the credit union movement as a whole, this should be easy! But in the end, does “passion” …

Consider these four factors when comparing banks and credit unions

What distinguishes credit unions from banks, and how does a customer make the switch? We take a look at the most important factors in comparing the two.

5 Simple Social Media Fixes for Bank and Credit Union Marketers

A recent review of the social media efforts by 600 financial institutions revealed a surprising number of social mistakes that were hard to ignore, but easy to fix. Unfortunately, too many banks and credit unions don’t bother to continually assess their social media elements, so they end up sacrificing followers and hurting their social images....

Big Banks Start Campaign to Destroy Credit Unions

Banks control 93 percent of all US financial assets, but want to eliminate a federal tax break for credit unions because they feel it gives them an unfair advantage.

Should Your Small Business Choose a Credit Union Instead of a Bank?

You’re looking for new options for depository services for your small business and, of course, you want the best combination of products, services and rates. Typically, you’d go to a bank for those services. And while you’re familiar with credit unions and may even use one for your personal accounts, you’ve never considered one for your small business. But are there benefits to using a credit…

Who Funds Mortgage Loans? Banks, Credit Unions, Mortgage Banks, and Brokers

Mortgage Banks channels can typically move much faster than commercial banks b/c they are less regulated, smaller and more nimble.

The pros and cons of credit unions

Should you bank at a credit union? Marketplace senior producer of personal finance Paddy Hirsch discusses the upsides and the downsides.

Should you ditch your big bank for a credit union?

Credit unions offer the same products and services as banks, but they’re not-for-profit organizations.