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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• Articles

  Understanding FDIC Insurance

  FDIC insurance was designed to protect your deposited funds, but do you know how? This article answers that question.

  Buying vs. Leasing a Car

  Whatever your relationship with your car, it may eventually come time for a new one. Familiarize yourself with your options.

  Data Thieves from Outer Space

  Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.

  Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?

  Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.

  Mortgages in Retirement

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

  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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• Calculators

  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.

  What Is My Current Cash Flow?

  Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.

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• Videos

  Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

  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 Latte Lie and Other Myths

  Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

  Once Upon a Goal

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

  The Power of Compound Interest

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

  The Cost of Procrastination

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

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