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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Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

Wealth and the Single Parent

Making smart financial choices while raising kids on your own can require additional planning and discipline.

The Power of Compound Interest

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• Articles

  Four Ways To Use Leftover 529 Money

  What to do with a 529 education savings plan when there’s no college left to spend it on.

  A Comprehensive Guide to Charitable Giving Strategies

  From assets and timing to strategies and structures, this guide breaks down the key elements of charitable giving.

  Is College Right for You?

  For some, going from high school graduation to college makes a lot of sense. It might not be the best path for everyone.

  The Lowdown on Those Free Credit Scores

  What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?

  Weighing the Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards

  It's important to understand the pros and cons when considering a prepaid debit card.

  5 Ways To Sell or Transfer Your Business

  Why succession plans are key for preparing to sell or transfer ownership of your business – and five ways you can do so.

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• Calculators

  Credit Card Payoff

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

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• Videos

  Once Upon a Goal

  Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.

  The Cost of Procrastination

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

  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?

  Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

  Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.

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