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SAN DIEGO—Credit unions are generally more optimistic about their auto finance portfolios than they were nine months ago, with the majority having seen an increase in auto financing compared to last year, according to a new survey from Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA).

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Bill Cassidy

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Lisa Cook

Recent commentary has claimed that federal credit unions are “cashing in” on a supposed double tax exemption – namely, their federal tax-exempt status and their ability to receive Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Fund support. This view mischaracterizes the purpose of credit unions’ tax status and their participation in community development programs.