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.

1/9/25  Credit & Loans
Your 6-month plan to cut expenses

Are your monthly expenses keeping you from saving toward your big financial goals? Follow this plan to get closer to a financially healthier you.

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1/7/25  Credit & Loans
Effective steps toward repairing your credit

Repairing your credit is a long process, but it is a rewarding one! Start today and kick your New Year off on the right foot.

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1/2/25  Budgeting & Saving
5 personal finance goals for the new year

Check out easy ways to make tangible strides toward a better financial year!

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12/26/24  Banking Tips
Top checking account fees to watch out for and how to avoid them

Stop letting hidden checking account fees eat into your balance. Learn how to avoid monthly service fees, overdraft fees, ATM fees and more with this helpful guide.

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12/19/24  Fraud Prevention & Security
How to best protect your identity in the new year

The risk of identity theft is all around us. Through everyday actions you may not think about, it’s possible for your sensitive data to fall into the wrong hands. Learn how to stay safe.

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12/17/24  Banking Tips
8 benefits of having a checking account with a credit union

Learn eight benefits of opening a checking account with a credit union, including lower fees and better interest rates.

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