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.

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?

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Your Cash Flow Statement

A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.

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Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

What to expect when you’re expecting (a new house)

For better or worse, buying a house – not to mention moving – can be a stressful affair. Here are some tips to keep in mind.

Saving for College 101

Here’s a crash course on saving for college.

The History of Currency

Currency has been around for a long time. Here’s a quick history lesson.

Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?

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

Waddell & Reed WealthLink: Your financial world in one place

WealthLink is your personal online portal providing a holistic view of your financial life in one secure location.

Buying vs. Leasing a Car

Whatever your relationship with your car, it may eventually come time for a new one. Familiarize yourself with your options.

What to expect when you’re expecting (a new house)

For better or worse, buying a house – not to mention moving – can be a stressful affair. Here are some tips to keep in mind.

U.S. Personal Savings Rate

What can be learned from the savings rate?

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Historical Inflation

This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.

What Is My Current Cash Flow?

Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.

Doubling Your Money

This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.

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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Your Cash Flow Statement

A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.

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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?

No Cash, No Checks, No Problem

Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!

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

College Saving

Contact me to develop an education investment strategy that can put your children on the path to success.

The Cost of Procrastination

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