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.

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  How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.

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  It sounds simple, but paying yourself first can really pay off.

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  Learn how to better understand how emotions affect money decisions and learn simple ways to respond more intentionally.

  Countering Counterfeit Currency

  Combating counterfeiting remains core to preserving the integrity of the nation’s money.

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  Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.

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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.

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

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