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.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
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How to Cover the Cost of Your Wedding
The average American wedding costs roughly $30,000 these days. Here are some practical tips to help spend less and save more.
A Financial Checklist for Post-Graduates
If you are just starting out on your first job in your first apartment – or if someone you love is in that position - this simple checklist can help you build a solid financial future.
The Smart Way To Pay Off Student Loans
When it comes to paying off your student loan debt, you may have more options than you realize.
Helping Out a Family Member
How do you offer money in a way that works for everyone?
A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned
Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.
7 Steps to Take When Tying the Knot
Marriage comes with lots of financial considerations. Here’s how to start off on the right foot when walking down the aisle.
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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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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?
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Perspectives on Liquidity Solutions
By being liquid – having cash or credit on hand when you need it –
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Protecting and Growing Your Cash
Safety. Simplicity. Yield. These are the three pillars that form Baird’s Cash Sweep Program.
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