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Retirement

Want to Retire Early? Start Saving Now

The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) concept is a unique approach to retirement. Learn how it works.
If you're not comfortable giving up some creature comforts, FIRE might not be the right approach for you.
Saving

10 Common Financial Mistakes

Don't let one of more of these common financial mistakes derail your future.
Knowing where and how you've stumbled is the first step toward getting back on track.
Retirement

What Does a Financial Advisor Do?

Have you ever wondered what a financial advisor actually does? Get these questions and more answered about the valuable services these professionals can provide.
Find a financial advisor you trust.
Saving

Get the Most Out of Extra Cash

Put your extra money to work in ways that help advance your most important goals.
Experts recommend that you have three to six months' worth of living expenses stashed away for a rainy day.
Saving

Preparing for Unexpected Expenses

It can be hard to plan for the future when you don't know what to expect. Here are some tools that can help you lay the right foundation.
Creating a safety net to buffer you from unexpected expenses doesn't need to be difficult, but it does involve planning to cover all your bases.
Saving

Calculate Your Net Worth to See Where You Stand

Knowing your net worth can help you make informed financial decisions about debt and spending.
In its simplest form, net worth is your total assets (things you own that have value) minus your total liabilities (things you don't own, that cost you money).
Saving

What You Should Know About Saving Versus Spending

Beyond your basic needs, there are four key principles everyone should keep in mind.
It’s never too early or too late to begin saving for your retirement. Even a small amount invested consistently will add up over time.
Saving

5 Essential Tips to Building Wealth

Building net worth takes time and patience, and is completely in your hands.
A budget forces you to look at your money and understand where it’s going. It gives you the discipline it takes to make big purchases affordable.
Saving

Know the Difference Between a CD and a Savings Account

Find out what you need to consider about each to help you meet financial goals.
CDs and savings accounts have similarities and differences, and both can be used jointly as part of a larger strategy.
Saving

5 Financial Tips for Young Adults

Achieving the future you want starts with how you manage your finances as a young adult.
The sooner you begin planning your future, the sooner you can save and make smart financial decisions.
Budgeting

Budgeting With the 60/20/20 Rule

The 60/20/20 rule is a flexible budgeting approach that can make money management more intuitive.
The 60/20/20 rule gives you plenty of freedom to make it your own.
Saving

Use Compound Interest to Your Advantage

Take advantage of compound interest to maximize growth in your savings and investments.
Perhaps the easiest way to understand compound interest is to think of it as interest on interest.
Saving

Good Money Habits for Your Family

These four essential financial skills will help you shape positive and lasting money habits.
Positive money habits start with a basic level of financial literacy.
Saving

How to Save for a Wedding

You can have the wedding of your dreams, even on a budget.
A beautiful, meaningful wedding doesn't have to break the bank.
College

Start Saving for College Early

Once you establish a college savings habit, you can increase your contributions over time.
A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged way to invest money for your child's future college expenses.
Saving

Don't Stash Your Savings in Cash

Hiding cash at home doesn't keep it safe.
Think about how the choice could impact your financial future.

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