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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.

The Power of Compound Interest

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

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The Cost of Procrastination

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

Building a Solid Financial Foundation

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

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

Helping Out a Family Member

How do you offer money in a way that works for everyone?

How Much Should You Support Your Kids in College?

We all want what’s best for our kids, but you want them to learn the value of money too.

How Does Equity Compensation Fit Into Your Financial Plan?

It can be tempting to put your equity benefits on autopilot, but factoring them into your long-term financial plan is vital.

Personal Finance Calendar

Use this handy calendar to remember the year’s most important financial dates.

Cyber Self-Defense: How To Avoid These Common Scams

We’re all spending more time online nowadays - but so are cyber criminals. Learn to protect yourself from some common scams.

Five Do's and Don'ts of Medical Debt

1 in 5 Americans say they struggle to keep up with their medical expenses – luckily, there may be more options than it seems.

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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.

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

Once Upon a Goal

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

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.

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Articles

'Til Debt Do Us Part

When it comes to combining finances, you may have more options than you think. Consider these relationship-saving strategies.

A Big Decision for Small Businesses

It’s critical you identify the right retirement plan for your business.

August Wealth Strategies

Scott Grenier of Baird’s Wealth Solutions Group and Jonathan Raymon from Baird Trust explore options in charitable giving.

What to Expect from a Second Opinion Meeting

When you face health issues, you might seek a second opinion to confirm your plan. Why not do the same with your finances?

5 Strategies for Paying Off Credit Card Debt

U.S. consumer credit card debt recently topped $1 trillion. Here are five tips for getting you back in the black.

Buying or Selling a House in a Seller's Market

With house prices soaring, these tips can help you get the home you want without sacrificing your future.

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Videos

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.

The Cost of Procrastination

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

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.

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

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