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Saving & Investing (16)

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How to Make Saving Money a Priority

Savings can help you achieve any financial goal. Whether it's a comfortable retirement, a down payment for a house or a new car, you can get there by...

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5 Reasons to Build an Emergency Fund ASAP

Everything could be okay right at this moment. You have enough money in the bank, both you and your partner could have good jobs, and the two of you...

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5 Ways to Save on Utility Bills This Summer

The summer season is a time of year when your utility bills can get out of hand if you aren't careful. From watering the lawn and the flowers because...

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How to Plan for Retirement at Any Age

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How to Plan for Retirement at Any Age

Whether you're just getting started in your career or are already a seasoned pro, your first step in planning for retirement is estimating how much...

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What is a Health Savings Account?

Healthcare has long been a hot topic for Americans. At First Alliance, we often get questions about Health Savings Accounts or HSA's. HSA's are a...

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Why Am I Being Charged a Fee To Transfer Money From My Savings Account

You have probably encountered at one point being hit with a fee for transferring money out of your savings account one too many times. This is often...

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5 Less-Known Tips for Opening an IRA

An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is a tax advantage account which aims to help people save money for retirement. Many tips can be utilized to...

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The Lazy Person’s Guide to Saving Money

Who wants to think about saving money when you have the newest season of Stranger Things to binge watch on Netflix? Saving money is hard; there is no...

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How to Create Healthy Financial Habits with Automation

It can be tough to stick to healthy financial habits, especially the ones that relate to long-term goals. The great news is that, thanks to...

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10 Awesome Websites to Help You Save Money on Everyday Stuff

Saving money on the things you use every day is one of the best ways you can stay on track with your budget. However, sometimes doing that is easier...

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