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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.

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Why Bother with a Savings Account?

The most basic step you can take when starting to save money is opening a savings account. Sometimes, though, this can seem like an unnecessary...

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How to Save Money by Being Neighborly

When most people talk about saving money, they usually talk about things like clipping coupons, buying in bulk or cutting back on shopping sprees....

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What is a Roth IRA?

When you start saving for retirement, you’ll find that a number of investment accounts are set up to aid you in that regard. You’ll also find that...

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how to plan for retirement without a 401k option

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What Can I Do If My Job Doesn't Offer A 401k?

Most jobs offer some type of benefit above and beyond a steady paycheck. One of the most common types of benefits is the 401(k)—the current...

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Overlooked Resources at First Alliance Credit Union

If you’re a member of First Alliance Credit Union, you already know about some of the great benefits you get access to, such as exceptional service...

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4 Effects of Having Members in Control of a Credit Union

“At a credit union, the members are in control.” It’s a great slogan, but do you know what it means?

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How Long Should You Keep Financial Records?

Ever feel like you’re drowning in paperwork? If you do, you’re not alone. Every month, the average American gets bombarded with a flurry of bills,...

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5 Financial Lessons of Tony Stark

In the world of superheroes, Tony Stark, aka Iron Man, stands out from the rest. Instead of being super strong or firing energy bolts at people,...

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What is the 50/30/20 Budget?

When you've put together a budget, you might think that you have a good grasp on your finances. However, knowing where you've spent your money is...

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Different types of savings accounts

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Different Types of Savings Accounts

You probably know that credit unions and banks offer checking accounts and savings accounts. What you might not know, however, is how many different...

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