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.

8/25/21  Credit & Loans
Tips to pay off car loans early – and your other loans too

Check out the things to consider when paying off debt, how making payments could help your credit score, and how to pay off a loan early.

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8/24/21  Mortgage & Home
Mortgage tips when purchasing a foreclosure property

Foreclosures can be attractive to buyers due to their relatively lower price points. But they can also mean increased risk and a longer purchase process. Following are key considerations when considering a mortgage for a foreclosed property:

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8/18/21  Fraud Prevention & Security
How to keep your information private online

In order to keep your information as secure as possible, it is essential to take the proper precautions. Here is how to keep your information private.

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8/12/21  Banking Tips
You should never pay overdraft fees again

Get the scoop on bank overdraft fees and why you should not ever pay them again. Alliant has eliminated overdraft fees for all checking and savings accounts!

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8/9/21  Budgeting & Saving
Teaching your kids about financial success by Suze Orman

Learn about why saying "no," leading by example, and allowing your child to spend are all important steps to raising financially healthy kids and young adults.

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7/23/21  Mortgage & Home
Condo or single-family home? How it can affect your mortgage

If you're trying to decide between a condo and a single-family home, check out these considerations.

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