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Deciding what to purchase: beware of the small purchases
Jan 22, 2012 - Individual financial success is largely determined by purchasing and savings habits, and in particular, the mundane, day-to-day decisions we make on everything we purchase.
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Why credit unions rock, why big banks don’t
Jan 20, 2012 - Ever since the start of the current recession, big banks have produced big headaches - initially by receiving bailouts from the government and now by threatening to assess their customers with a flurry of hefty new fees. In response, financial experts and others have recommended credit unions as a smart alternative.
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Does money = happiness?
Jan 11, 2012 - Does money = happiness? Well, to a degree. According to Harvard University psychology professor Dan Gilbert: “Once you get your basic needs met, a lot more money doesn’t make a lot more happiness.” That’s because the more money people make, the more they tend to want.
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How to pick a health club
Jan 10, 2012 - Be sure to stay within your budget, no matter what incentives (if any) you're offered. In general, avoid steep initiation fees, long-term contracts or hefty prepayment of membership dues. You may want to lose weight - but not because your wallet is lighter.
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Your 2011 IRS Tax Forms
Jan 06, 2012 - Your 2011 IRS Tax Forms are available online
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Why dividend rates change
Jan 02, 2012 - We’re often asked, “Why do dividend rates decline?” especially in the current economic environment. So here is a brief explanation why our rates change and what it means for Alliant Credit Union members.
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Alliant Credit Union Beats the Banks in Customer Satisfaction
Dec 28, 2011 - When it comes to customer satisfaction, Alliant Credit Union beats the banks, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI).
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Make Your New Year’s Resolutions And Dreams Come True
Dec 21, 2011 - Are you one of the 100 million Americans who made or will make a New Year’s Resolution for this coming year? If so, Read more for examples of famous people who were discouraged, but didn’t give up on their dreams.
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New Year’s Resolutions
Dec 19, 2011 - Read more for financial resolutions you can add to your list of New Year’s resolutions for a wealthier year.
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Hazards Of Online Shopping
Dec 15, 2011 - Read more for a few of the online shopping hazards that can cause you to overspend and how to avoid falling for them when confronted.
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