Money | Molly Ward CFP®, CDFA®

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.

Saving for College 101

Here's a crash course on saving for college.

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The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

Budgeting After a Divorce

Divorce is the second most stressful time in a person's life. Here's some tips to get through it.

The Cost of Procrastination

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

Personal Finance Calendar

Use this handy calendar to remember the year’s most important financial dates.

What Will You Do With Your Bonus or Windfall?

This article examines one's options when receiving a work bonus or other financial windfalls.

Password Protection Strategies

Simple steps may help you foil hackers and protect your privacy.

The Average American Budget

Learn about the average American budget in this fun and interactive piece.

What Can You Buy With 529 Distributions?

This article can be a helpful guide when beginning to prepare for education expenses.

Pay Yourself First

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

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Credit Card Payoff

Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.

Historical Inflation

See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.

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How Cash Apps Work

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