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.

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.

Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill

How long does a $20 bill last?

The Power of Compound Interest

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

The Average American Budget

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

Password Protection Strategies

Simple steps may help you foil hackers and protect your privacy.

Strategies for Managing Student Loan Debt

Five strategies for managing your student debt.

What to Look for in Personal Finance Apps

An increasing number have been developed to help individuals with their personal finances.

Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?

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

Spotting Credit Trouble

The wise use of credit is a critical skill. These 10 questions will help you assess your skill level.

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What Is My Current Cash Flow?

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

Paying Off a Credit Card

Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.

Historical Inflation

This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.

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