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.

10/20/21  Budgeting & Saving
7 ways to stick to a holiday budget

Sometimes the most wonderful time of the year can feel like a financial burden. This year could be different with our seven tips for sticking to a holiday budget.

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10/15/21  Budgeting & Saving
Are you making the most of your retirement benefits? By Suze Orman

Don't miss your chance to better your retirement during open enrollment season. Suze shares a few tips on 401(k) and IRA contributions and employee matches.

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10/13/21  Mortgage & Home
How does a HELOC work?

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) allows you to borrow from your home as a line of credit, similar to a credit card. Learn who can take advantage of a HELOC and if it's right for you.

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10/7/21  Fraud Prevention & Security
How to spot student loan forgiveness scams

Have you received a voicemail about erasing student debt? Student loan forgiveness scams are on the rise. Learn how to spot the signs that you have been targeted.

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9/30/21  Mortgage & Home
How your credit score affects your mortgage rate

Multiple factors impact your mortgage interest rate, including your credit score. Check out these tips and resources so you can better understand how your credit score impacts your mortgage rate.

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9/29/21  Budgeting & Saving
Can a personal escrow account help you budget?

Learn how adding a personal escrow account to your budget can make it easier to save for and pay your recurring expenses.

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