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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  4 Easy Ways to Turn the Next Generation into Savvy Savers

  In times like these—nearly a decade after the Great Recession and in the midst of the current crisis—teaching your kids the value of a dollar is more critical than ever.

  5 Smart Ways to Mindfully Manage Your Money

  Applying the principle of self-care, of mindfulness, to your financial life can make a significant difference for the better—not just in how you handle your personal finances on a daily basis...

  Financial Hacks for Millennials: It is Prime Time to Save

  While research shows you are saving and earning more than your parents, (woohoo!), are you preparing for the future you want? How can you ensure you are on track to make the most out of these important decades?

  Financial Hacks for Millennials: The Great Wealth Transfer

  Have you heard of the Great Wealth Transfer? If you’re a millennial, it will likely be of particular interest to you, as it may involve an inheritance coming your way. But do you know how you would handle a large influx of money? How millennials manage their wealth in the coming years will play a large role In achieving financial confidence.

  The Average American Budget

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

  Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees: Teaching Your Tweens the Value

  Now’s a great opportunity to help kids learn about the value of money. Not just that it’s useful or necessary—but how we get it and how to maximize its value.

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• Calculators

  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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• Videos

  Saving for College 101

  Here’s a crash course on saving for college.

  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.

  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?

  Student Loan Protection

  Learn why protecting your student loan payments is an important aspect of your income protection strategy.

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