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.

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.

Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.

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?

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.

The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?
Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.
Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill
How long does a $20 bill last?
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
How to Read Your Credit Report
Solve a mystery while learning how important your credit report is with this story-driven interactive.
Building a Solid Financial Foundation
Sustain financial well-being or create wealth through these actions.
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.
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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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Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
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.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
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?
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.