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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.

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How Cash Apps Work

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The Big Pause

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Saving for College 101

Here's a crash course on saving for college.

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.

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The Big Pause

This handy interactive explains which essential government services are affected by a shutdown.

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What to Look for in Personal Finance Apps

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

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Sustain financial well-being or create wealth through these actions.

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Buying vs. Leasing a Car

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The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

The Cost of Procrastination

Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.

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?

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.

Once Upon a Goal

Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.

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