Commercial real estate

Credit unions' lending outlook continues to be strong. Loan balances have grown at or near double figures over the last four years, and CUNA reported that credit unions are more than doubling the pace of all other lenders. This milestone can partially be attributed to an increase in automobile loans, which account for more than one-third of credit unions' loan portfolios, while first-lien mortgages remain the heavy hitters. Although credit unions have been successful in facilitating auto and home financing, too many institutions are still missing a significant opportunity by remaining hesitant to embrace commercial lending.

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