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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.

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?

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The Power of Compound Interest

Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.

Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program

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

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

Mortgages in Retirement

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

Navigate Life’s Transitions with Confidence

Whatever stage of life you are in, learn how to navigate the present—and whatever comes next—with confidence.

The Average American Budget

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

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.

Planning, Saving, and Spending Over a Lifetime

Are you reactive or proactive in your finances? Take control with our step-by-step savings guide.

The Five Basics of Financial Literacy

How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.

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Historical Inflation

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

Credit Card Payoff

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

Lifetime of Earnings

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

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The Cost of Procrastination

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

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

Saving for College 101

Here's a crash course on saving for college.