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First Alliance Credit Union: May 14, 2019 6:55:00 AM
Setting a savings goal can be difficult, especially when you're not sure where to start. Often, we end up setting our goals too high and they're...
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Chris Gottschalk: May 9, 2019 3:46:00 AM
In previous blog posts, we’ve talked about why a trust fund can help you even if you’re not rich. We’ve also talked about how to set up a trust fund....
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First Alliance Credit Union: May 7, 2019 6:54:00 AM
Are you hoping to get a refund from your tax return? If so, you’re not alone. Many people intend to use their refund as a "forced savings plan,"...
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Jenna Taubel: May 2, 2019 6:08:00 AM
The number one tip you hear again and again from financial experts is start an emergency fund. This typically means having money in a savings account...
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Jenna Taubel: Apr 25, 2019 6:33:00 AM
If saving and managing your money sounds boring, then get creative with it! Spice up your money management habits with these quick and easy money...
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Jenna Taubel: Apr 11, 2019 6:45:00 PM
Although the escalating costs of colleges may seem overwhelming, planning for this expense ahead of time can help ease your mind. Fortunately, there...
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Jenna Taubel: Mar 28, 2019 5:01:00 AM
Do you feel like you have tried all the tricks in the book to curb your overspending habits? You’ve tried various budgeting tactics, couponing,...
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Chris Gottschalk: Mar 21, 2019 7:20:00 AM
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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Chris Gottschalk: Mar 14, 2019 6:49:00 AM
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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Jenna Taubel: Mar 12, 2019 7:48:00 AM
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...
