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.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Do you know these three personal finance sayings?
U.S. Personal Savings Rate
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The Cost of Procrastination
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The Average American Budget
Learn about the average American budget in this fun and interactive piece.
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It sounds simple, but paying yourself first can really pay off.
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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.
Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
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Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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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
Do you know these three personal finance sayings?
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
What Our Kids Can Teach us About Saving Money
Would you guess that Millennials are effectively saving for retirement? Well, they are.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.