Banking Tips

Learn more about banking digitally with credit union deposit accounts like checking, savings and certificates.

4/17/25  Banking Tips
Smarter Savings Starts Here: A Guide to Alliant’s Financial Calculators

Financial calculators can provide valuable insights into your current financial situation and your future goals. Discover the different financial calculators Alliant provides and how to effectively use the tools.

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4/8/25  Banking Tips
What are supplemental savings accounts, and what are their benefits?

A savings account is a great place to keep your cash, but it can be difficult to organize. That’s where supplemental savings buckets come in.

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4/1/25  Banking Tips
Don’t be fooled into paying extra fees

Avoid falling into the trap of paying extra fees while saving and growing your money. Discover three common hidden fees to watch out for to increase your overall savings.

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3/26/25  Banking Tips
Climb to new heights with a certificate ladder

One way savers can benefit from compounding interest while minimizing risk and maintaining a relative degree of liquidity is through an investment practice known as certificate laddering. 

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3/19/25  Banking Tips
Getting your paycheck early with the Early Payday feature

Some financial institutions offer the ability to receive your paycheck up to two days early. Learn more about this feature and how to take advantage of it.

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2/27/25  Banking Tips
A Year in Review: Wowing Our Members

Alliant prides itself on being a credit union that gives back to its members. And in 2024, we did just that. Through lower fees, better rates and a personalized member experience, we provided members with an outstanding annual benefit of $493M!

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