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.

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.

Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.

Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.

The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.

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?
U.S. Personal Savings Rate
What can be learned from the savings rate?
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
Personal Finance Calendar
Use this handy calendar to remember the year’s most important financial dates.
The Average American Budget
Learn about the average American budget in this fun and interactive piece.
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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.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
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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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The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
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.
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.