Money
One of the keys to a sound financial strategy is spending less than you take in, and then finding a way to put your excess to work. A money management approach involves creating budgets to understand and make decisions about where your money is going. It also involves knowing where you may be able to put your excess cash to work.
Keeping Up with the Joneses
Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?
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Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
The History of Currency
Currency has been around for a long time. Here’s a quick history lesson.
Understanding FDIC Insurance
FDIC insurance was designed to protect your deposited funds, but do you know how? This article answers that question.
Password Protection Strategies
Simple steps may help you foil hackers and protect your privacy.
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill
How long does a $20 bill last?
What Can You Buy With 529 Distributions?
This article can be a helpful guide when begin preparing for education expenses.
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Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
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The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Keeping Up with the Joneses
Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.