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.
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How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill
How long does a $20 bill last?
Saving for College 101
Here's a crash course on saving for college.
Budget Check Up: Tax Time Is the Right Time
Tax preparation may be the perfect time to give the household budget a check-up.
Data Thieves from Outer Space
Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.
The Big Pause
This handy interactive explains which essential government services are affected by a shutdown.
Should I Accept a Free Credit Lock?
Learn the ins and outs of credit locks, freezes, and more.
U.S. Personal Savings Rate
What can be learned from the savings rate?
The Many Ways to Measure Inflation
Different inflation indexes may tell different stories. Here's what that could mean for you.
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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.
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send 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.
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