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First Alliance Credit Union: Nov 7, 2019 7:15:00 AM
November brings longer nights, shorter days and a time to reflect on all that we are grateful for. It's also the perfect time to shift our mindset...
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First Alliance Credit Union: Oct 22, 2019 6:19:00 AM
Many people believe that borrowing from your 401(k) is okay if you need to get some fast money for emergencies, but dipping into your 401(k) is just...
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First Alliance Credit Union: Oct 18, 2019 1:45:00 PM
A 401(k) is a retirement savings plan that is offered by companies to their employees. Employees can save a small percentage of money from their...
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Jenna Taubel: Oct 15, 2019 6:14:00 AM
We all know we need to save more money, but did you know that saving money actually has positive psychological effects? For instance, having money...
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First Alliance Credit Union: Oct 8, 2019 6:03:00 AM
October is Financial Planning Month, and with the new year right around the corner, now is a great time to make sure you are on track to meet your...
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Chris Gottschalk: Sep 24, 2019 6:39:00 AM
One of the great pieces of American mythology is that the rich somehow have some special ability that the rest of us don't have. Are they smarter...
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First Alliance Credit Union: Sep 12, 2019 7:49:00 AM
Saving and investing for retirement doesn't have to be complicated. There are plenty of reputable financial advisors out there to assist you along...
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Jenna Taubel: Sep 11, 2019 7:23:00 AM
Sometimes we all just want to be able to wave a magic wand and make our wallets fuller and lives easier. Unfortunately, magic isn't real so that’s...
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First Alliance Credit Union: Sep 10, 2019 6:08:00 AM
Every year, a large number of students choose to apply for scholarships worldwide. These scholarships provide a convenient alternative for students...
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Chris Gottschalk: Aug 29, 2019 4:40:00 AM
The most basic step you can take when starting to save money is opening a savings account. Sometimes, though, this can seem like an unnecessary...
