Alliant's Money Mentor Blog

Money Mentor, Alliant Credit Union's blog, offers insightful financial tips about credit scores, debt management, budgeting, saving, mortgages & more.

7/3/25  Mortgage & Home
Navigating the home loan application process: What to expect

Learn about how to navigate the home loan application process and what to expect when you're shopping for home loans, including types of loans to consider.

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7/1/25  Budgeting & Saving
What is FIRE (financial independence, retire early), and is it worth pursuing?

Early retirement sounds like a dream, but pursuing FIRE (financial independence, retire early) can make it reality. Discover whether pursuing FIRE is right for you.

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6/26/25  Credit & Loans
RV loan refinancing: Everything you need to know

An RV refinance may help you improve your financial situation in a variety of ways. Learn what it means to refinance an RV and how to choose the best time.

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6/25/25  Mortgage & Home
How you can cool your home this summer without breaking the bank

Don’t break a sweat this summer trying to save money on cooling costs. Check out tips on how to save on cooling your home.

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6/24/25  Budgeting & Saving
How to build a retirement income stream

To pay for expenses in retirement, you’ll likely need a combination of income sources. Learn how to build a retirement income stream.

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6/18/25  Budgeting & Saving
Savings vs. checking account: Here’s the difference

Discover the difference and how to maximize each account to reach your financial goals.

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