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How to stop wage garnishment from happening | First Alliance Credit Union

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How to Stop Wage Garnishment from Happening

If you have received a notice of wage garnishment, sometimes referred to as income withholding, it can be very stressful. While this type of court...

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Buying the Right Car for Your Family

There are a lot of things in life people take for granted. Reliably getting around town and getting your kids from point ‘a’ to point ‘b’ almost...

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Money Management Tips for Students with Credit Cards

A credit card can be a big responsibility for anyone, but it is also a necessity in this day and age. If you are heading off to college, then it’s...

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What You Should Know About Debt to Income Ratios

Debt-to-Income (DTI) ratio is a personal finance measure that helps in identifying your debt payments in comparison to your overall income. It is...

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FAQs About Getting a Mortgage

Buying a home is an exciting process that comes with a lot of responsibilities. When applying for a mortgage, it helps to know some important facts...

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5 Strategies for Tackling Student Debt

Student loan debt is one of the most significant aspects of contemporary American financial life. According to The Economist, total U.S. student loan...

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What's Really in the Fine Print of Credit Card Agreements

These days, it seems like there is a fine print for everything we do: cell phone contracts, utilities, cable, and the list goes on. We've all been...

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Why Are My Credit Scores Different?

There are a number of different credit score monitoring apps and websites these days. If you use more than one of these services, you may have...

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What to Expect When You Close on a Home Loan

As the name suggests, a closing is the last step in purchasing and financing a home. In the case of a home loan, a closing day concludes a home...

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What is a FICO Score?

You maybe wondering, "What is a FICO Score?". The FICO Score, is your credit score, it is available for your review through all three major consumer...

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