All Things Allied Blog

If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you’d learn about money sooner, you’re not alone. That’s one reason why it’s so important to start teaching the kids in your life about money as early as possible. Thankfully, you don’t need a finance degree or fancy tools to do...

Are you one of those Americans who looks forward to receiving your tax refund each year? If you do, you’re not alone. Millions of people receive tax refunds annually. That may seem like a good thing – a nice bonus or windfall that you didn’t already have - but it’s...

Tax season is in full swing. That means a lot of sensitive information is changing hands, and unfortunately, scammers are out in full force doing whatever they can to steal it from you. Here are some tips to protect yourself. $1,400 Stimulus Check Scam This one is...

The holiday season is a time for joy, family, and celebration, but it can also be a time of financial strain. If your wallet is feeling a little light after holiday shopping and festivities, don’t worry. With some planning and creativity, you can navigate the rest of...

Most people have heard the term “refinance,” but how many actually know what it means or how it benefits them? Let's demystify the concept of refinancing a loan and what it means for you and your finances. What is Refinancing? Simply put, refinancing means replacing...

There is one thing you can count on. Scammers will always come up with new ways to try and get your money. This newest one is sophisticated and starting to pop up more and more, so we want you to be aware of it and know how to spot it. How Does the “Jury Duty” Scam...

Most people work hard to earn their money. Scammers don’t. These criminals target normal people just trying to live their lives. It’s not distant either; fraudsters victimize people right here at AlliedFCU. Three types of scams targeting our members right now are: 1....

There’s no shortage of credit cards these days, and the options they come with seem endless. You’ve got cash back options, travel and merchandise rewards, introductory interest rates, and more. Before deciding which one – if any – is right for you, here are some...

If you’ve ever been stuck on the side of the road with an overheated engine, you may not have been taught the importance of automobile preventative maintenance. Here are some basics to help you. Preventive maintenance is the basic stuff you should be doing to your...

Home ownership is a great American dream that comes with some many wonderful benefits. Home repairs are not one of those. If you’re handy, you may be able to fix most things yourself. If you’re not handy, you probably should have an emergency fund for those unexpected...

Someone probably taught you the basics of saving, but did they teach you what to do when money was tight? Maybe not, but that doesn’t mean you can’t save even when you live paycheck-to-paycheck. This month, we’ll cover some ways to live within your means while still...

Stopping by an ATM is a normal part of most people’s days, and ATMs are some of the easiest ways to get money from your account. However, your easy ATM trip could also cost you everything. How could this happen? Some criminals place card skimmers over ATM card readers...