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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The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Resolutions to Help Build Financial Independence
Pursue financial independence in 2024 with a few simple but empowering resolutions.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Should I Accept a Free Credit Lock?
Learn the ins and outs of credit locks, freezes, and more.
Mortgages in Retirement
Explore the benefits and drawbacks to paying off your mortgage prior to retirement with this article.
How Big is Money?
Learn a little about worldwide currency in this fun infographic
Countering Counterfeit Currency
Combating counterfeiting remains core to preserving the integrity of the nation’s money.
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.
Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program
In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.
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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.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
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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?
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
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.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
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