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.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.

Wealth and the Single Parent
Making smart financial choices while raising kids on your own can require additional planning and discipline.

Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
How to Cover the Cost of Your Wedding
The average American wedding costs roughly $30,000 these days. Here are some practical tips to help spend less and save more.
What to Expect from Baird’s Mobile App
Monitoring your wealth and tracking your financial plan has never been easier with the completely redesigned Baird Online Mobile app.
Five Do's and Don't of Medical Debt
1 in 5 Americans say they struggle to keep up with their medical expenses – luckily, there may be more options than it seems.
Give the Gift of Stock
Donating appreciated securities to charity can help both you and your favorite nonprofits – if you do it thoughtfully.
A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned
Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.
August Wealth Strategies
Scott Grenier of Baird’s Wealth Solutions Group and Jonathan Raymon from Baird Trust explore options in charitable giving.
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Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
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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 Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Perspectives on Liquidity Solutions
By being liquid – having cash or credit on hand when you need 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.
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
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