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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August Wealth Strategies

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

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Should You Buy or Lease Your Next Car?

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Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?

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

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Once Upon a Goal

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

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

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Saving for College 101

Here's a crash course on saving for college.

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

Keeping Up with the Joneses

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Countering Counterfeit Currency

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

The Half Million Dollar Baby

The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.

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.

You Deserve a Plan for Your Wealth

It’s not just for retirement – discover how everyone can benefit from a plan for their wealth.

Should You Buy or Lease Your Next Car?

Before choosing your next car, make sure you can answer these questions related to finances, driving frequency and more.

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.

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The Power of Compound Interest

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

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 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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