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.

4/4/24  Mortgage & Home
Comparing home loan options: Which one suits you best?

Discover a list of home loan options and explore a detailed loan comparisons with useful tips to help you determine which one best suits you and your budget.

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4/3/24  Banking Tips
How to choose an online kids savings account

Providing your child with the tools to save is an important part of teaching them to be financially savvy. Here’s how to choose the best kids savings account.

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4/2/24  Budgeting & Saving
Dream big, save big: Savings accounts tips to reach your goals

Fuel your dreams with a savings account – the key to financial empowerment. Secure your aspirations and build a path to a brighter future.

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3/28/24  Banking Tips
Get financially prepared with these documents

When it comes to your personal finances, being prepared for any scenario is vital. These are the top documents you need to be ready no matter what happens.

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3/27/24  Budgeting & Saving
Use your ‘bonus’ paycheck to reach your financial goals faster

Twice a year, most employees who are paid bi-weekly get an extra, "bonus" paycheck! If this is you, discover how you can use your third monthly paycheck to reduce your debt, transition your checking to a higher-yield account or boost your savings. Plus, get the schedule for all the three-paycheck months for the next two years so you can plan ahead.

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3/21/24  Budgeting & Saving
What are certificates and how can they help you navigate retirement planning

Thinking about retirement planning? Learn about certificates and how they can be a good option for planning and generating income.

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