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Sign with old habits vs. new habits

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Can I get a Checking Account With Bad Credit?

A checking account is the cornerstone to financial success for everyone, but it’s an especially important tool for people who are trying to rebuild...

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Signs it's time to get your own place

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6 Signs it’s Time to Get Your Own Place

If you’re living with roommates or have moved back in with your parents, the thought of living alone has probably crossed your mind. The only problem...

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woman looking over finances to determine if she should save money or pay off debt first alliance credit union

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Should I Save Money Or Pay Off Debts?

One of the biggest hurdles to overcome when you first start building up your savings account is figuring out just where the money will come from....

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Piggy bank on calendar | First Alliance Credit Union

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How Many Bank Accounts Do You Need?

When you open an account at a bank or credit union, you usually start off with one checking account and one savings account. For many people, those...

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Family eating at a restaurant on vacation | First Alliance Credit Union

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10 Restaurants That Are Fun For The Whole Family on Vacation

Everyone knows that a successful family vacation requires a lot of planning. You’ll want to know where you’ll be going, where you’ll be staying and...

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How to Financially Prepare for Moving

When you decide to move to a new place, you have to figure out the answer to a lot of questions, such as how you’ll move all your belongings and when...

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Top view of people joining hands together as a symbol of partnership

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Credit Union Philanthropy Principles: What Guides Cooperatives

As not-for-profit financial cooperatives, credit unions operate under a universal set of operating principles that distinguish them from their...

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501 16th Street SE Rochester Branch

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First Alliance SE Rochester Branch to Reopen on June 14

We are excited to announce that on Monday, June 14th 2021 we are (finally) reopening our 501 16th Street SE Rochester lobby! However, our drive-up...

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Piggy bank with sunglasses on sitting by the beach

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5 Ways to Optimize Your Finances for the Summer

If you’re like most people, you like to spend some time preparing for summer, whether it’s buying a new swimsuit, planning for a vacation or making...

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Where to direct deposit a paycheck

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Where Should I Direct Deposit My Paycheck?

Once you’ve decided to have your paycheck directly deposited, there’s another choice you have to make—where will you deposit your paycheck? Should...

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