Financial Education Center

How Can I Protect Myself Against Identity Theft?

The chance that someone will assume your identity to open fraudulent bank or credit accounts is increasing as thieves become more sophisticated. The best way to protect yourself is to try to prevent this from happening in the first place.

Children and Finances: Four Activities to Help Solidify Understanding

You've likely heard your child ask questions related to finances before. When this happens, it's ideal to help them begin understanding money and the value in it. Here are four activities to help them start understanding money.

Savings Structures to Put Your Money to Work for Your Future

Americans are working hard to save money and plan for the future. While there is some value to socking cash away under the mattress or burying gold in the backyard, Americans have access to sophisticated savings tools that offer numerous advantages in saving for specific goals.

Tax-Advantaged Strategies for Education Savings

In saving for a child's college education, parents may want to consider certain tax-advantaged strategies. These strategies all share the common trait of reducing the amount of taxes owed.

What Tax-Advantaged Alternatives Do I Have?

Investors who've accumulated an adequate cash reserve are to be commended. But as strange as it sounds, it is possible to save too much. Although this may not sound like much of a problem, it can be if you save too much of what you should be investing.

Changing Jobs? Know Your 401(k) Options

If you've lost your job, or are changing jobs, you may be wondering what you should do with your 401(k) plan. It's important to understand your options.