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.

Have A Question About This Topic?

Thank you! Oops!
The Cost of Procrastination

The Cost of Procrastination

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

Monthly Memberships

Monthly Memberships

A look as how autopay subscriptions can be a drain on your finances, especially when forgotten.

Once Upon a Goal

Once Upon a Goal

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

What If Your Kids Decide Against College?

Rising college costs prompt students to seek alternatives; 529 account funds can be used for other education options.

Saving Early & Letting Time Work for You

See how starting early—not saving more—can be the most powerful move you make for your long-term future.

Glossary of Scam Terms

A helpful glossary of current scams.

The History of Currency

Currency has been around for a long time. Here's a quick history lesson.

Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program

In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.

Mortgages in Retirement

Explore the benefits and drawbacks to paying off your mortgage prior to retirement with this article.

View all articles

Historical Inflation

See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.

Lifetime of Earnings

Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.

Credit Card Payoff

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

View all calculators

How Cash Apps Work

Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

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

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

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.

View all videos