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.

3/19/25  Banking Tips
Getting your paycheck early with the Early Payday feature

Some financial institutions offer the ability to receive your paycheck up to two days early. Learn more about this feature and how to take advantage of it.

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3/18/25  Credit & Loans
Credit card debt consolidation strategies

Explore effective credit card debt consolidation methods, from balance transfers to personal loans, to simplify repayment and reduce interest costs.

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3/13/25  Budgeting & Saving
Don’t rely on luck, save more at a credit union

Grow and protect your savings at a credit union, no luck required. 

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3/12/25  Fraud Prevention & Security
Credit card fraud detection techniques

Stay ahead of credit card fraud with real-time alerts, fraud detection techniques, and security best practices to keep your finances secure.

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3/10/25  Budgeting & Saving
Putting your bonus to work for you

As bonus season rolls around, many of us face the exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) decision of what to do with extra funds. To help navigate these choices, we sat down with Nick Hamilton from Alliant Retirement and Investment Services (ARIS), a trusted expert in financial planning, to share insights on how to make the most of your bonus.

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3/6/25  Credit & Loans
Understanding credit card terms and conditions

Avoid hidden fees and high interest rates by understanding credit card terms. Learn how to read agreements and choose the right card for your needs.

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