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WASHINGTON--The Senate Banking Subcommittee on Economic Policy’s hearing on tax reform was the second hearing to address taxes this week and the second in which the credit union tax status was not mentioned, America's Credit Unions reported.

NEW YORK—With first mortgage volume slowing, one company suggests expanding home equity lending above 80% LTV to keep the pipeline full—recommending a way to do that safely.

WASHINGTON—Mortgage applications increased 1.7% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending Nov. 15, 2024.

WASHINGTON—It is important policymakers recognize the key factors behind the credit union difference — which allows the industry to meet the needs of nearly 141 million members — as the tax policy debate continues into next year, America’s Credit Unions said.

MIAMI—One financial expert believes the move to open banking in the U.S. will provide a big lift for consumers, allowing greater and more informed choices of financial products, better ability to budget and, overall, an improved balance sheet.

WASHINGTON –Mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 8.2% in October compared from a year ago, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported.

ALEXANDRIA, Va.— Low-income credit unions in Florida and Georgia hit by both Hurricanes Helene and Milton can get urgent need grants of up to $15,000 from the National Credit Union Administration, NCUA announced.