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.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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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 Case for Liquidity
The best way to maximize your outcomes is to maximize your choices.
Perspectives on Liquidity Solutions
By being liquid – having cash or credit on hand when you need it –
How to Read Your Credit Report
Solve a mystery while learning how important your credit report is with this story-driven interactive.
Ten Things to Do When Your Child Turns 18
From credit cards to a HIPAA waiver, here’s how to get your child started on the right foot as an adult
Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program
In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.
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.
How to Organize Your Financial Life
Keeping your financial documents organized might feel like a chore, but it can be a lifesaver in an emergency.
6 Ways to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement Plan
Strategies to help make sure you have the retirement you deserve, even if inflation is here to stay.
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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.
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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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Protecting and Growing Your Cash
Safety. Simplicity. Yield. These are the three pillars that form Baird’s Cash Sweep Program.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
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 Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
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