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.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
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Saving for College 101
Here's a crash course on saving for college.
The Big Pause
This handy interactive explains which essential government services are affected by a shutdown.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Personal Finance Calendar
Use this handy calendar to remember the year’s most important financial dates.
Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program
In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.
The History of Currency
Currency has been around for a long time. Here's a quick history lesson.
Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
The Average American Budget
Learn about the average American budget in this fun and interactive piece.
What Will You Do With Your Bonus or Windfall?
This article examines one's options when receiving a work bonus or other financial windfalls.
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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.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
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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?
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
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.
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