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10 Common Scams You Need to Know About and How to Avoid Them

Kamel LoveJoy: Jul 1, 2025 5:00:00 AM

You work hard for your money, and it’s important to protect it from the growing number of identity theft and financial scams out there. Fraudsters...

Money Management

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Can You Refinance a Personal Loan? Here's What You Need to Know

Kamel LoveJoy: Jun 26, 2025 5:00:00 AM

Life is unpredictable. Maybe you took out a personal loan for school, a car, or even a much-needed vacation. But now, whether it’s because your...

Loans & Credit

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How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft: Steps You Can Take Today

Kamel LoveJoy: Jun 24, 2025 5:00:00 AM

Identity theft is more common than we’d like to think, and it could happen to anyone. With all the data breaches and scams floating around, it’s...

Member News & Info

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How Do You Save Money? Saving When Every Dollar Counts

Kamel LoveJoy: Jun 19, 2025 5:00:00 AM

Maya had a question "How to save money?" She is 27, rents a small apartment in Rochester, and clocks in 40‑hour weeks at a retail job. Between...

Money Management

first alliance credit union joins forces with other credit unions to support womens shelter in rochester mn

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6 MN Financial Institutions Join Forces to Support Women's Shelter

First Alliance Credit Union: Jun 18, 2025 3:48:32 PM

Women’s Shelter and Support Center (WSSC), in partnership with First Alliance Credit Union, Mayo Employees Federal Credit Union, Affinity Plus...

Member News & Info

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Juneteenth & Credit Unions: Helping Build Financial Freedom

Kamel LoveJoy: Jun 17, 2025 5:00:00 AM

What Is Juneteenth? In 1865, Juneteenth marked a significant turning point in American history. On this day, enslaved individuals in Texas were...

Money Management

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Best Budget Travel Locations: How to Travel Without Breaking the Bank

Kamel LoveJoy: Jun 12, 2025 5:00:00 AM

Traveling on a budget might seem like a challenge, especially when you have big dreams of exploring exotic places like Vietnam and Thailand, but it’s...

Money Management

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How Can I Save Money? A No‑Guilt Roadmap to Your First $1,000

Kamel LoveJoy: Jun 10, 2025 5:00:00 AM

Saving money can feel like trying to hold water in your hands—especially when every paycheck is already spoken for and surprise expenses pop up like...

Saving & Investing

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First Alliance and FHLB Des Moines Award $30K Grant to Three Rivers Community Action

First Alliance Credit Union: Jun 5, 2025 5:14:11 PM

First Alliance Credit Union, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is pleased to announce that Three Rivers...

Member News & Info

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10 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Used Camper

Kamel LoveJoy: Jun 5, 2025 5:00:00 AM

If you’ve ever dreamt of hitting the open road and exploring the USA from the comfort of your own camper, you're not alone! Many people share this...

Loans & Credit

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FIRST ALLIANCE BLOG

Gain financial control when you explore our library of articles. We cover topics from paying off debt and credit scores, to saving money and budgeting. Subscribe today so you never miss out on a money tip!

10 Common Scams You Need to Know About and How to Avoid Them

Can You Refinance a Personal Loan? Here's What You Need to Know

How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft: Steps You Can Take Today

How Do You Save Money? Saving When Every Dollar Counts

6 MN Financial Institutions Join Forces to Support Women's Shelter

Juneteenth & Credit Unions: Helping Build Financial Freedom

Best Budget Travel Locations: How to Travel Without Breaking the Bank

How Can I Save Money? A No‑Guilt Roadmap to Your First $1,000

First Alliance and FHLB Des Moines Award $30K Grant to Three Rivers Community Action

10 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Used Camper

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