Lending

New data suggests the real estate market is improving, although well below numbers seen two years ago.

Economist says consumer spending is slowing, raising the chances for a recession starting later this year.

Retaining servicing in-house improves the member experience while generating servicing fee and other income.

Financial experts attribute the status to growth, better rules and a mission that fits investor needs.

Credit union economists wonder if a new inflation report will be enough to tilt the Fed toward easing rate hikes.

And CUNA finds the typical seasonal pattern of loan payoffs was absent.