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How to Rebuild Your Credit

We all know that life happens. Divorce, health issues, emergencies, one or a combination of any life event can adversely impact your credit score....

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Digital Wallets for Beginners

The way we use money is changing. Most people use credit cards and debit cards instead of actual dollars and cents when buying items or services, and...

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5 Financial Steps Every New Parent Should Take

Becoming a new parent is wonderful, but it’s also stressful. After all, you’re responsible for the entire well-being of this little person wrapped in...

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Tips for Coping With Financial Stress During the Pandemic

The pandemic continues to be a stressful time for many of us. Especially, if you've experienced a job loss or a reduction in income, the added weight...

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4 Ways to Get Ahead Financially in Fall

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4 Ways to Get Ahead Financially in Fall

As every Midwesterner knows, fall is full of opportunities. These opportunities range from chances to have some seasonal fun, like going apple...

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Scammer behind a mask

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What You Need To Do If Your Loved Ones Are Getting Scammed

These days, scams are more prevalent than ever, and scammers are constantly coming up with new tactics to bilk people out of their money. You’ve...

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6 Steps to Take if You Can’t Pay Your Rent

Nothing is as scary as not being able to pay your rent. For many people, the space they’re renting is their home, and while having to move would be...

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5 Financial Lessons You Can Learn From Ghostbusters

While most people are familiar with the movie Ghostbusters, far fewer people are aware of the financial lessons embedded in the film. You might roll...

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Money flying out of smartphone

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Zelle vs. Cash App vs. Venmo—What’s the Difference?

Peer-to-peer payments are quickly becoming the new normal. People are using them to do everything from sending birthday money to paying your buddy...

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Couple happy reading about debt consolidation loans | First Alliance Credit Union

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The Truth About Debt Consolidation Loans

If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you probably know the truth about debt consolidation loans. Like, they are one of the best ways to get...

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