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Money Management (33)

Parents showing children money games on a tablet | First Alliance Credit Union

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6 Fun Apps to Help Teach Your Kids About Money

The biggest obstacle with getting your children to learn financial literacy is convincing them that finances are fun. This isn't easy, since even the...

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9 Affordable Family Activities To Do At Home

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9 Affordable Family Activities To Do At Home

As much as we may love our homes, being forced to be inside all day can be tedious. The boredom can get even worse if you’re stuck inside with your...

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Woman keeping her money at a credit union during coronavirus | First Alliance Credit Union

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Is it Still Safe to Keep Your Money in a Credit Union?

Market slowdowns and recessions can be scary. Ask anyone who lived through the financial crisis in 2008. The uncertainty and fear can almost be...

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Quick Facts About CARES Act Stimulus Checks

In March 2020, Congress included stimulus checks as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). This $2 trillion aid...

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manage money in uncertain times

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How to Manage Money in Uncertain Times

For the most part, we are fortunate to live in a stable society. A high rate of unemployment is usually considered 6 percent, and while at least 55%...

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What to do if you lose your job

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What to do if you Lose Your Job

If you’ve ever been laid off or terminated from a position, you know how stressful it can be. If it's any consolation, you're not alone. According to...

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The True Cost of Free Smartphone Apps

If you’re like most people, you’ve downloaded at least one free app for your smartphone, whether it’s Candy Crush Saga, Google Maps or Facebook. Free...

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What Not To Do With Your Tax Refund

When you get your tax refund, the more you know about how to use it wisely, the better. (We've actually written a couple of blog posts on the subject...

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3 reasons why you should get your tax return by direct deposit

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3 Reasons to Get Your Tax Return by Direct Deposit

While no one likes filing their taxes, most Americans look forward to getting a tax refund deposited into their account. Once you’ve filed your tax...

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Are You Financially Prepared For The Coronavirus?

By now, it’s almost impossible not to have heard about the looming threat of COVID-19, a strain of coronavirus. You probably know that experts...

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