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.

8/13/19  Credit & Loans
How do balance transfers work?

Before you transfer a balance to a new credit card, consider your credit score, credit card special promotions, fees and fine print.

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8/6/19  Fraud Prevention & Security
Are budgeting apps safe to use?

Learn about the risks of financial aggregators and how to better protect yourself when using these services.

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8/1/19  Credit & Loans
What is the prime rate and why is it important?

Learn more about what factors can influence the prime rate and how changes to the rate could impact you.

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7/25/19  Budgeting & Saving
How to pick a cruise

With so many cruise options available, here’s what you need to know to pick the right cruise for you.

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7/24/19  Budgeting & Saving
How to teach kids about money

Financial literacy is a life lesson that could be passed down for generations. Here's how you could help the child in your life learn about money.

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7/19/19  Budgeting & Saving
9 of the fastest-growing professions to help you choose a career path

If you want to help maximize your earning potential, check out these careers that pay well and are also among the fastest-growing professions in the U.S.

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