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Young woman standing between the angel and the devil drawings

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Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

According to most financial gurus, one of the best ways to improve your financial situation is to get rid of debt. In general, this is good advice....

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what to do if you win the lottery | how to manage your money after winning the lottery | first alliance credit union

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What To Do If You Win The Lottery

You probably know that winning the lottery is a pipe dream. You’re more likely to be struck by lightning than win the lottery, and you also know that...

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Direct Deposit: What It Is and How to Set it Up

There are three main ways you can receive payments: cash, checks, or electronically. Each of these payment methods has its advantages and...

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Why You Need to Add Beneficiaries to Your Accounts

The one part of financial planning nobody likes to think about is who will manage your accounts after you’ve passed away. This is understandable....

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Fan Fav 2019 Winner

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First Alliance Voted Best Financial Institution in Rochester

We are pleased to announce that First Alliance Credit Union was voted as the Best Financial Institution in Rochester by the the KTTC Fan Favorite...

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Christmas Carol Financial Lessons

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The Financial Lessons of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

One of the most famous Christmas stories of all time has to be Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol.” Ever since Dickens published the book in 1843,...

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are free trial offers a scam | how to avoid free trial offer scams |  first alliance credit union mn

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The Truth About Free Trial Offers

If you have ever been on the Internet, you have seen advertisements offering free trials for everything from whiter teeth and bigger muscles to...

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the basics of needing a cosigner | what is a cosigner | how to find a cosigner | first alliance credit union mn

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The Basics for Needing a Cosigner on a Loan

You went to apply for a loan, positive you would be approved, only to be told by the financial institution that you need a cosigner. That can feel...

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Your Ultimate Guide to eStatements

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Your Ultimate Guide to eStatements

We know managing your finances through convenient and secure methods is an important part of your financial life. This is why we stress the...

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Pros and Cons of Online Banking | First Alliance Credit Union

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Three Self-Service Options That Make Banking Easier

Technology has certainly made our lives easier. We can do practically anything on our phones these days. Amazon has revolutionized the way we shop,...

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