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Saving & Investing (14)

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The Difference Between Saving and Investing

Ask almost anyone if they know there’s a difference between saving and investing and they’ll say yes. Ask them if they know what that difference is,...

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The Difference Between APR and APY

When you look at interest rates, you’ll see two abbreviations pop up over and over again—APR and APY. Some financial institutions will show both the...

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How to Start Financial Planning, Easy Ways to Start Building Wealth, First Alliance Credit Union

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Financial Planning: The Earlier the Better

It is never too soon to start saving for events that occur later on in life such as retirement. In fact, if you wait too long, it is simply not...

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Make Savings Easy: Automate As Much As You Can

You can make your life much easier by automating many tasks. Once you've spent the time up front setting up your system, that system will reward you...

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Facebook Live Q&A Recap Budgeting and Savings Tips Advice First Alliance Credit Union

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Facebook Live Q&A Recap: Budgeting and Saving

Do you want to feel like you have more control over your finances? Maybe you just don’t quite know where to start? Or have you tried different tips...

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Simple Ways to Save and Invest

Establishing a savings account is the best way to help you financially deal with the uncertainties of life, such as job loss or medical expenses, and...

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Expert Advice for Budgeting, Expert Tips on Saving, First Alliance Credit Union

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Interview with an Expert: Budgeting and Saving Advice

Everyone says they want to save more money and be better at managing their finances. But if you don't know where to start or have questions along the...

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Four Ways to Improve Your Relationship with Money

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, love is in the air! It's a time when people celebrate the special relationships in their lives by...

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what is a checking account | types of checking accounts | difference between checking and savings accounts | first alliance credit union mn

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What is a Checking Account?

Checking accounts are a type of banking account used for everyday expenses. They’re good for everyday uses because there isn’t a limit to how often...

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what is a trust fund | how to open a trust account | first alliance credit union

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A Beginner’s Guide to Trust Funds

If you’ve heard of a trust fund but have no idea what it is, you’re not alone. Most people only know one thing about trust funds—they’re set up by...

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