Alliant's Money Mentor Blog

Money Mentor, Alliant Credit Union's blog, offers insightful financial tips about credit scores, debt management, budgeting, saving, mortgages & more.

3/5/24  Budgeting & Saving
Preparing yourself for international travel: What you need to know

Looking at traveling abroad this summer? Here are some things to pay attention to when planning your next international trip, such as travel insurance and foreign transaction fees.

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2/29/24  Mortgage & Home
Navigating the home loan application process: What to expect

Learn about how to navigate the home loan application process and what to expect when you're shopping for home loans, including types of loans to consider.

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2/27/24  Fraud Prevention & Security
Wire Fraud: Common scams to look for and how to respond

Familiarize yourself with the common methods used to commit wire fraud and learn how to protect yourself if you are targeted by scammers.

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2/22/24  Budgeting & Saving
How to start saving: 7 ways to build your savings account

If you're wondering how to build your savings account effectively, implementing these tips to reduce unnecessary spending and take advantage of rewards can help you get on the right track.

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2/20/24  Budgeting & Saving
3 things you need to know about certificates

Certificates are a great way to expand your financial portfolio. Unsure of what they are and how they can benefit you? Learn about the history, safety and flexibility of certificates and why a investing in a certificate may be a smart move to help you save more.

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2/15/24  Budgeting & Saving
Should I use AI to help manage my money?

AI tools open new possibilities for how you can manage your money. Learn when and how you should consider using AI for your finances.

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