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Jenna Taubel

I am the Director of Brand & Digital Member Experience for First Alliance. I am committed to offering advice, resources, and providing information about financial options to our members so that I can help them make smarter financial decisions at every stage of life.

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Using a Second Account as Overdraft Protection

Overdraft fees are a pain. In our post last week we share some tips for how to avoid overdraft fees all together. But life, and your budget, doesn’t...

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The 5 Best Ways to Avoid Overdraft Fees

We've all had that terrible feeling when you realize you've overdrawn your checking account...again! And like squeezing lemon juice on a paper cut,...

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The Basics of Refinancing A Mortgage

Refinancing a mortgage can be an excellent option if you are looking to change your financial situation. Borrowers look to refinance their mortgage...

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The Basics of a Budget Plan

Most people want to prioritize making a budget and spend money according to that plan, but in order to accomplish that one needs genuine willingness...

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How Much Can I Afford When Buying a Home

One of the first questions people ask themselves when looking to buy a home is: How much can I afford? That's understandable--this can be a tricky...

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Tips to Save Money While Traveling

To experience the world as a traveler, and not as a tourist, you need the freedom to explore beyond the landmarks. But how can you travel around...

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Advantages and Disadvantages of a Certificate of Deposit for Savings

A great tool for earning interest on your money is a Certificate of Deposit (CD). A CD is essentially an agreement between you and your credit union...

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5 Tips to Save Money

Everyone plans to save money before they get their paychecks, but as soon as that money hits their bank account saving money seems so much harder....

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6 Tips for Teaching Children About Finances

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6 Tips for Teaching Children About Finances

Finances for children? YES! Teaching your kids about money is an important part of parenting. Often times people graduate from high school, and even...

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