A more strategic approach to loan origination is helping credit unions be more nimble and efficient, allowing them to scale operations for growth without ramping up overhead and hiring.

CNBC Select reviews Navy Federal Credit Union, which offers VA loans and other zero-down mortgages for military families.

Hudson Valley Credit Union has expanded aggressively in the Capital Region over the past year. Now it's about to complete the acquisition of a bank with branches in the area.

The next time you’re looking for a new credit card, it's worth doing a little research into credit unions and their various offerings. You can often find low interest rates, money-saving 0% APR ...