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What are secured credit cards

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What are Secured Credit Cards?

Credit cards are an important financial tool. However, many people who have a poor credit history or no credit history cannot qualify for a typical...

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What You Should Know About Home Equity Lines of Credit

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What You Should Know About Home Equity Lines of Credit

If you are in the market for credit, a home equity plan is one of several options that might be right for you. Before making a decision, however, you...

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Pros and cons of store credit cards

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The Pros and Cons of Store Credit Cards

If you do your shopping at a big enough store, odds are good you'll be asked if you'd like to sign up for a store credit card, also known as a retail...

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Differences in Fixed Rate Mortgages and Other Mortgages

When purchasing property or refinancing a home, a borrower should consider the various types of mortgages available to fit within their needs and...

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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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How To Invest Like The Wealthy

One of the biggest myths about rich people is that they know some ultra-classified money management secrets that let them make millions of dollars...

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First Alliance Credit Union Supports Animals at Paws and Claws During Pet Month

Rochester, MN - In 2018, First Alliance Credit Union became the first business to join the Paws and Claws Humane Society’s Guardian Angel Program by...

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what is a money market account

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What is a Money Market Savings Account

Money market accounts are a type of high interest savings account that offers similar features to a checking account. Typically, these accounts offer...

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Pet Month First Alliance Credit Union Paws and Claws

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Pet Month at First Alliance Credit Union is Back

It's June, and that means it's Pet Month at First Alliance Credit Union! We are celebrating your furry family members all month long! Check out all...

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