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.

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Saving for College 101

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The Latte Lie and Other Myths

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The Average American Budget

Learn about the average American budget in this fun and interactive piece.

How Cash Apps Work

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  Monthly Memberships

  A look as how autopay subscriptions can be a drain on your finances, especially when forgotten.

  Mortgages in Retirement

  Explore the benefits and drawbacks to paying off your mortgage prior to retirement with this article.

  Year-End Charitable Gifting and You

  This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.

  Debunking Money Myths: Saving is Impossible in This Economy

  Discover money-saving tips and challenges to help you build wealth and reach your financial goals, even in tough times.

  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.

  What Can You Buy With 529 Distributions?

  This article can be a helpful guide when beginning to prepare for education expenses.

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• Calculators

  Historical Inflation

  See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.

  Credit Card Payoff

  Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.

  Lifetime of Earnings

  Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.

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• Videos

  The Cost of Procrastination

  Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.

  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.

  The Latte Lie and Other Myths

  Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

  Saving for College 101

  Here's a crash course on saving for college.

  The Power of Compound Interest

  Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.

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