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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Weighing the Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards
It's important to understand the pros and cons when considering a prepaid debit card.
Cash Stuffing
Using old school savings method of saving cash in envelopes, called Cash Stuffing
Understanding FDIC Insurance
FDIC insurance was designed to protect your deposited funds, but do you know how? This article answers that question.
8 behaviors to help increase financial confidence
A gap exists between people's financial priorities and their behaviors. This gap can cause stress and a lack of confidence.
The Average American Budget
Learn about the average American budget in this fun and interactive piece.
Building a Solid Financial Foundation
Sustain financial well-being or create wealth through these actions.
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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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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.
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.
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