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Chris Gottschalk

I am the Marketing Assistant of First Alliance Credit Union. I love learning new things about finance and money, then sharing that information with the community, usually in the form of a blog.

How to apply for an auto loan

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How to Apply for an Auto Loan in Five Easy Steps

If you want to buy a new car, chances are you’re going to need to get an auto loan. Just thinking about that possibility can make some people break...

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4 Ways to Get Ahead Financially in Fall

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4 Ways to Get Ahead Financially in Fall

As every Midwesterner knows, fall is full of opportunities. These opportunities range from chances to have some seasonal fun, like going apple...

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Scammer behind a mask

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What You Need To Do If Your Loved Ones Are Getting Scammed

These days, scams are more prevalent than ever, and scammers are constantly coming up with new tactics to bilk people out of their money. You’ve...

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Couple learning loan terms | First Alliance Credit Union

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Loan Terminology You Should Know

So you’ve decided to get a loan. That’s great news! Are you getting a fixed rate secured loan with a twenty-year term or are you leaning more towards...

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Man talking with landlord about late rent| First Alliance Credit Union

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6 Steps to Take if You Can’t Pay Your Rent

Nothing is as scary as not being able to pay your rent. For many people, the space they’re renting is their home, and while having to move would be...

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Ghostbusters logo | First Alliance Credit Union

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5 Financial Lessons You Can Learn From Ghostbusters

While most people are familiar with the movie Ghostbusters, far fewer people are aware of the financial lessons embedded in the film. You might roll...

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Money flying out of smartphone

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Zelle vs. Cash App vs. Venmo—What’s the Difference?

Peer-to-peer payments are quickly becoming the new normal. People are using them to do everything from sending birthday money to paying your buddy...

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man looking at a wall of debt management solutions first alliance credit union

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Five Alternatives to Debt Consolidation

While a debt consolidation loan is an excellent tool to help you gain control over your debt, it might not be the perfect solution for everyone....

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women meeting with first alliance advisor for a virtual meeting

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What to Expect at a First Alliance Virtual Meeting

Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, even meetings have an element of risk. At First Alliance, we’ve worked to minimize the risk by wearing masks, using...

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Couple happy reading about debt consolidation loans | First Alliance Credit Union

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The Truth About Debt Consolidation Loans

If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you probably know the truth about debt consolidation loans. Like, they are one of the best ways to get...

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