Lifestyle
Creating a life map involves a close review of personal finances and an assessment of other building blocks. Lifestyle matters look at how to balance work and leisure, how to make smart choices for the future, and many other items in an effort to help an individual “enjoy the journey.”
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
5 Things That Seasoned Travelers Are Doing (That You're Not)
A collection of tips from professional travelers.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Raising Healthy Children
Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Saving on Fitness Center Membership Costs
There are ways to improve your physical fitness without denting your fiscal fitness.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
That big list of dreams and goals isn't the only way to look at your bucket list.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.