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?
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
Personal Finance Calendar
Use this handy calendar to remember the year’s most important financial dates.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
What If Your Kids Decide Against College?
Rising college costs prompt students to seek alternatives; 529 account funds can be used for other education options.
Making a Charitable Contribution
There are benefits and limitations when you decide to donate stock.
What Can You Buy With 529 Distributions?
This article can be a helpful guide when begin preparing for education expenses.
The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.
Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill
How long does a $20 bill last?
Should I Accept a Free Credit Lock?
Learn the ins and outs of credit locks, freezes, and more.
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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.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
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Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.