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Jan 04, 2023

5 Financial Resolutions You Can Accomplish Now

The Holidays have come and gone. And in the aftermath of steep holiday spending, it’s easy to get lost in the dust. Getting back into the groove of minding your money takes time.

These 5 financial resolutions are the perfect pick-me-up for the New Year (because who doesn’t love an easy to-do list??). Here’s the breakdown to keep you moving and grooving through 2023.

Automatic, supersonic, hypnotic, funky fresh savings.

Life is expensive! Especially when you have your sights set on a vacation, home renovation, or even the creation of an Emergency Fund (which is a whole ‘nother topic we tackled here). 

Setting aside savings is a crucial step toward your financial health. And the best way to make sure saving gets done? Automate it! From your 401(k) to your emergency fund to your monthly bills, automation is the #1 way to keep you making money moves. Here’s the best part: your Altana app makes automating everything a breeze from your desktop or the palm of your hand.

The 4-1-1 on the 401(k). 

If you find yourself without a 401(k), you’ve got options! While today likely isn’t the day you’re retiring (insert sad trombone sound here), today is the day you should think about opening an IRA. The sooner you begin growing your retirement savings, the better. 

Everyone rocks retirement a little differently, but no matter your style, there’s a path for you! Finding it is easy with the right experts. Hey, we know a few!

“Cut. It. Out.” – Uncle Joey, Full House.

With so many subscriptions, it’s hard to track which you’re still actively enjoying! The average person underestimates how much they spend per month on subscriptions. The New Year offers new motivation to cut out streaming networks, music subscriptions, smartphone apps, or other unutilized miscellaneous expenses. Because $10 isn’t a lot, but $10 monthly per subscription you aren’t fully utilizing anymore? We love to see it.

Keep your credit in check.

A good credit score can save money when you borrow for cars, homes, or even credit cards. A score increase of even 50 points can make a huge difference in your interest rate and payment amount. So, we’ve made keeping tabs on your credit a cinch! 

Our Altana mobile app organizes your credit history in one easy place! Analyze your score, dig into your report, and use the score simulator to see your score in action.

Grow empowered with Greenpath!

Do you need a little nudge when keeping your financial resolutions? Our partner GreenPath provides caring Financial Wellness Experts to assist in starting your year strong! GreenPath works with thousands of people each month to pay off debt, improve credit and lead a financially healthy life. Ring in the New Year, and then give them a ring! The call is free and confidential.

This blog is shared in collaboration with our partners at GreenPath Financial Wellness, a trusted national non-profit.

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Stop by any Altana branch in Billings or Laurel to Stop by any Altana branch in Billings or Laurel to grab your FREE family 4-pack of MontanaFair admission tickets (available for members while supplies last)!⁠
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We’re also gearing up for Altana Member Day at the fair on Saturday, August 15, featuring our VW Ice Cream Bus from 2–6 p.m. 😋⁠
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See you at the fair! 💚
Posting this throwback to say we're excited to see Posting this throwback to say we're excited to see you at Strawberry Fest this Saturday! This is one of our favorite Downtown Billings events, and we hear it's gonna be even bigger this year 👀
Happy 4th of July from all of us at Altana! 🎆 . We Happy 4th of July from all of us at Altana! 🎆
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We had a blast handing out ice cream in front of our Laurel branch (our very first branch!) where the Altana story began.
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One of the highlights of the day was getting to visit with Thelma, one of Altana’s very first tellers!! Seeing generations of Altana teammates together in one photo was such a special reminder that while a lot has changed over the years, our commitment to serving our members and community has stayed the same.
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Here’s to celebrating where we’ve been, the people who helped build us, and the community that continues to make Altana feel like home!
One of our favorite summer traditions is back!⁠ .⁠ One of our favorite summer traditions is back!⁠
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As an Altana member, you can stop by any of our Billings or Laurel branches and receive a FREE family 4-pack of MontanaFair admission tickets by showing proof of membership. Tickets are available while supplies last, so don't wait too long!⁠
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We're also excited to celebrate Altana Member Day at the fair on Saturday, August 15. Keep an eye out for our VW Ice Cream Bus from 2–6 p.m.! We'll be handing out frozen treats and sharing in all the fair fun! ⁠
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Learn more about Altana Member Day and free fair tickets for Altana Members here: https://www.montanafair.com/events/2026/altana-member-day.⁠
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We'll see you at the fair!
We had the best time supporting the Reading Rocks We had the best time supporting the Reading Rocks program with the Education Foundation for Billings Public Schools at both Pioneer Park and Castle Rock Park 📚✨
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Reading Rocks is all about keeping kids engaged, excited, and confident in reading all summer long, and we’re so proud to support a mission that pours so much into local students and families!
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And don’t forget to mark your calendars: Saturday Live is coming up on Saturday, October 3 🎡🎉
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For over 30 years, the Education Foundation has hosted Saturday Live, raising over $2.7 million for our schools! And we hope to see you there 🤩
We’re incredibly proud to support our Partners in We’re incredibly proud to support our Partners in Education at @boulder_elementary_pta with an $18,000 grant to help bring their vision of a new gymnasium one step closer to reality.
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A school gym is so much more than a place for PE. It’s where students cheer each other on, celebrate milestones, build confidence, and create memories that last for generations. Every child deserves a space where their whole school community can come together and we’re honored to play a small part in making that happen. 
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This donation was made possible in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Member Impact Fund. Together, we’re investing in the future of Boulder Elementary and the incredible students, families, and educators who make it such a special place.
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Want to learn more about the campaign or make a donation? Visit: www.bouldergymcampaign.com⁠
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Here’s to building a stronger future for Boulder together!
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