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.

Saving for College 101
Here's a crash course on saving for college.

Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill
How long does a $20 bill last?

Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
How to Prioritize Financial Goals as Life Gets More Complex
Learn which financial obligations to focus on first, and which ones you can put on hold if you have limited resources.
The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.
5 Financial Habits for Long-Term Success
Use these practical strategies to improve your money management skills.
Understanding and Protecting Your Purchasing Power
Learn why your money buys less over time and discover practical strategies to protect your wealth.
Strategies for Managing Student Loan Debt
Five strategies for managing your student debt.
Mastering the Art of Salary Negotiation
Get important advice about how to request a raise at work or how to ask for a higher salary during the hiring process.
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Saving for College 101
Here's a crash course on saving for college.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
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.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.