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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.

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

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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.

A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned

Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.

Saving for College 101

Here's a crash course on saving for college.

The Smart Way to Pay Off Student Loans

When it comes to paying off your student loan debt, you may have more options than you realize.

A Quick Guide to Business Valuations

Why you might benefit from a business valuation, when to get it, and other common questions.

Wealth Management Is a Family Affair

5 Strategies on how to talk with your family about wealth and your legacy.

Debt: Not Necessarily a Four-Letter Word

Debt can be an important tool to creating the future you want – if you manage it wisely.

Countering Counterfeit Currency

Combating counterfeiting remains core to preserving the integrity of the nation’s money.

Building an Emergency Fund: Your Financial Safety Net

Relying on credit cards in a crisis could be costly. The smarter choice? Start building your personal emergency fund.

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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.

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.

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

The Power of Compound Interest

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

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Articles

5 Ways To Sell or Transfer Your Business

Why succession plans are key for preparing to sell or transfer ownership of your business – and five ways you can do so.

When Is the Right Time To Refinance Your Mortgage?

Interest rates matter when refinancing your mortgage—but they aren’t the only factor to consider.

Personal Finance Calendar

Use this handy calendar to remember the year’s most important financial dates.

Five Do's and Don'ts of Medical Debt

1 in 5 Americans say they struggle to keep up with their medical expenses – luckily, there may be more options than it seems.

Debt: Not Necessarily a Four-Letter Word

Debt can be an important tool to creating the future you want – if you manage it wisely.

What to Expect (Financially) When You’re Expecting

You may have bought a crib, car seat, diapers… but have you revisited your financial plan?

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Videos

The Power of Compound Interest

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

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

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.

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.

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