100 best money moves you can make

Move your checking account to a credit union. These nonprofit, member- owned institutions almost always offer lower fees and better customer service. (Credit unions blew away big banks on a recent customer satisfaction index.) You must be a member of a particular group or community to join, but there's a good chance you'll find one for which you're eligible. Go to findacreditunion.com.

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