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.

4/19/19  Credit & Loans
Pros and Cons of Refinancing Student Loans

Knowing the pros and cons of refinancing your student loans can help you decide if it's right for you.

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4/15/19  Credit & Loans
Who needs a jumbo mortgage?

Curious about jumbo mortgages? Learn the dollar amount that makes your loan a jumbo mortgage and how jumbo loans differ from other so-called "conforming" mortgages. 

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4/11/19  Mortgage & Home
How to get the best interest rate on your mortgage

When is it the right time to buy, sell or refinance? We’ve compiled some tips to help you navigate any mortgage rate environment.

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4/3/19  Mortgage & Home
9 things to look for when buying a house

Going to an open house or viewing a property and don't know what to look for? Our list could help you make a decision.

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3/26/19  Credit & Loans
Are store credit cards worth it?

Retail credit card offers are everywhere, but are they worth it? We explore the pros and cons of store credit cards.

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3/20/19  Budgeting & Saving
Top 10 master’s degrees that really pay

Not all graduate degrees come with the same earning potential.  If you’re thinking of going back to school, it’s important to know what job opportunities are out there and how much they pay.

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