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Choosing a cash back credit card

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Choosing a Cash Back Credit Card

Cash back credit cards appeal to people who like to get something back for their purchases. They offer greater flexibility than other reward cards....

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Is debt consolidation worth it

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Are Debt Consolidation Loans Worth It? Here's how to Find Out

If you’re trying to figure out how to get out of debt, chances are you’ve probably heard about debt consolidation loans and how they help people get...

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Couple talking with loan advisor

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What are Secured Debt Consolidation Loans?

Dealing with multiple loans or credit cards can be difficult. Every loan comes with its own set of terms and conditions, and it is not unusual to...

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balance transfers vs debt consolidation for paying off credit cards

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Debt Consolidation Loans vs Balance Transfers for Credit Card Debt

Whether you’re drowning in credit card debt or just looking to streamline your payments, there are countless options to choose from when it comes to...

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identity theft, how to avoid fraud, first alliance credit union

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What You Need to Know About Identity Theft

Experts agree that we can't totally protect ourselves in every situation, but there are many things we can do to reduce our chances of becoming a...

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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Debt Consolidation

For people with more than one form of consumer debt, a consolidation loan can be a great way to manage overall debt. While these this debt...

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Credit Unions: Nonprofit or Not-for-Profit, What's the Difference?

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Credit Unions: Nonprofit or Not-for-Profit, What's the Difference?

You may have heard before that credit unions are “not-for-profit” business entities. That is not to be confused with a “nonprofit.” There are...

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Family looking over their budget.

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4 Great Ways to Boost Your Finances When You're Snowed In

If you're in the Midwest, you'll eventually wake up to find your town has been buried under snow and that everything has shut down due to inclement...

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Six Tips to Help Reduce Your Debt

No one likes being in debt or owing money to someone, but there is a large percentage of the population in the United States that is currently in...

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Give Yourself a Financial Wellness Boost! How to Start Saving Money

Saving money is tough. In fact, as humans, we're wired to take care of our needs now, and worry about later...well, later. Putting resources away for...

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