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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.

Refinance in block letters | First Alliance Credit Union

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The Basics of Refinancing a Loan

If you’ve ever taken out a loan, you know how they work. You go to a credit union or bank and borrow a certain amount of money that you’ll pay back...

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man investing money he was going to use for a vacation

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6 Ways to Use The Money You Were Going to Spend on a Vacation

One of the biggest effects of the coronavirus pandemic has been the drastic reduction in people traveling. Countless business meetings have been...

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back to school shopping first alliance credit union

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6 Money-Saving Ways to Prepare for the 2020-21 School Year

Back-to-school shopping is typically predictable, if pricey. You get your kids new school supplies, new backpacks and perhaps even a couple new...

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debt protection infographic first alliance credit union 2020

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The Basics of a Debt Protection Plan for Your First Alliance Loans

Applying for a new loan can be exciting, but stressful. What if you’re unable to make a payment because you lost your job or you had to go to the...

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Person learning online  during staycation  First Alliance Credit Union

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Ten Innovative Staycation Ideas

At this point, it’s safe to say that most people have scrapped their summer vacation plans. It’s hard not to feel a little sad about that, especially...

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Members using the kiosks at first alliance credit union

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Four Surprising Benefits of the new Advisor Supported Kiosks

By now, you may have heard about the cutting-edge Advisor Supported Kiosks in our brand-new branch on Commerce Drive, called First Alliance Commons....

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How to Teach Your Children About Budgeting

When most parents start teaching children about money, they usually give their children an allowance and help them get their own bank account. What...

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young man frustrated with mortgage payments being late | first alliance credit union

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What To Do If You Fall Behind On Your Mortgage

When you sign for a mortgage, you’re getting a lot of new things. You’ll be living in a new house and opening a new chapter in your life.

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Money Growing With Time | First Alliance Credit Union

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What is an Interest-Only Payment?

One of the worst parts about financial hardship is not being able to pay all your bills. It’s embarrassing, and if you can’t make a loan or a...

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Couple moving a new sofa into their house.

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You’ve Got a New Home, Now How Do You Furnish It?

You’ve finally got your new home. Congratulations! You’ve made the down payment, gotten the keys, gotten your belongings moved in and now it finally...

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