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.
Protecting and Growing Your Cash
Safety. Simplicity. Yield. These are the three pillars that form Baird’s Cash Sweep Program.
Have A Question About This Topic?
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?
Is College Right for You?
For some, going from high school graduation to college makes a lot of sense. It might not be the best path for everyone.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
Year-End Charitable Gifting and You
This article may help you maximize the benefits of your donation for your chosen charity.
7 Steps to Take When Tying the Knot
Marriage comes with lots of financial considerations. Here’s how to start off on the right foot when walking down the aisle.
6 Ways to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement Plan
Strategies to help make sure you have the retirement you deserve, even if inflation is here to stay.
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.
A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned
Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.
Data Thieves from Outer Space
Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.
View all articles
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
View all calculators
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.
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?
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Perspectives on Liquidity Solutions
By being liquid – having cash or credit on hand when you need it –
Protecting and Growing Your Cash
Safety. Simplicity. Yield. These are the three pillars that form Baird’s Cash Sweep Program.
View all videos
-
Articles
-
Calculators
-
Videos