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Where’s My Allowance? The Future of Money Starts With Play
What if the next generation’s financial literacy started in a video game? As the digital world reshapes how we handle money, games like Roblox are offering kids a playful yet powerful way to learn about money.
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Cost Effective Alternatives to Streaming Services
With average monthly spending on streaming creeping up towards $100, it’s no wonder many are looking for alternatives to streaming services they’re tired of paying for. Here, we’ll break down both alternative streaming services that can lower your costs and ways to fully replace streaming with alternatives. You might be surprised at how much you can save by taking advantage of alternatives.
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Where’s My Allowance: Our Commitment to Youth Safety on Roblox
The safety and well-being of young people is central to everything we do. Our decision to launch "Where's My Allowance" on Roblox was made thoughtfully and with care—and we are committed to being transparent about why we chose this platform and how we approach safety within it.
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How to Save Money on Streaming Services
With Americans now spending around $70 a month on services like Netflix and HBO, plenty of Michiganders are wondering how to save money on streaming services. Even if you like and watch the services you have, there are practical ways to cut those monthly bills. Below, we explain how.
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Meet orsaWatch™: Subscription Manager
Spot monthly subscriptions. Collect them all in one place. And even cancel what you don’t want right from digital banking. No extra apps. No extra subscriptions. All free for orsa members!
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2026 orsa Member Scholarships Are Now Open!
We won’t let rising tuition costs get in the way of a secure future for our members. We’re teaming up with the Local Impact Alliance again to award a total of $40,000 to Michigan students chasing their higher education dreams—and applications are open!
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The Brand-New Investment Account for Newborns—That Comes With $1,000
Investing in their future is more important than ever—and the Fed’s new Section 530A Account can have them earning dividends while they’re still in diapers. Here’s everything you need to know for the July 2026 launch.
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Why You Should Ditch the Gift Card This Holiday Season
Gift cards aren’t what they’re cracked up to be. Don’t gift just for the now, gift for the future.
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How to Pay for the Holidays (Without the Stress!)
5 smart ways to make sure the holidays stay fun AND affordable for your family.
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The Family Financial Circle: Passing Wisdom, Wealth, and Wild Dreams Forward
Money is more than numbers in an account—it’s a story that spans generations. Here’s how to pass on your hard-earned wisdom, wealth, and wild dreams!
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How Childhood Affects Financial Habits
Did you know how you’re raised to approach money has a lasting impact on your lifelong financial habits?