The Money Mentor Blog

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.

8/24/23  Budgeting & Saving
Thinking about growing your family? Here are financial tips you can start applying today

Growing your family is an exciting thing, but thinking about family finances is not. Here are a few financial tips to help plan for the financial effects of having a child.

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8/22/23  Budgeting & Saving
The ultimate guide to how certificates work

Learn all you need to know about certificates, federally insured deposit instruments that pay fixed interest until maturity.

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8/17/23  Credit & Loans
How to approach paying off your student loans

You may be unsure if and how you should pay your student loans off in the current environment. Learn how to approach student loan payments.

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8/15/23  Budgeting & Saving
10 parenting hacks for back to school

From school supply shopping and budgeting to lessons in giving, here are our favorite tips and tricks to prepare your child for a successful school year.

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8/10/23  Banking Tips
Why you should update your contact information for your financial providers

When your contact information changes, it’s important to remember to give your financial providers your new information. Learn why.

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8/8/23  Budgeting & Saving
What to keep in mind if receiving an inheritance

If you have received an inheritance or are expecting one, here are some things to keep in mind.

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