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.”
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
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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.
Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?
You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
A Path to Serenity and Smart Money Choices
An article about meditation, mindfulness, and financial well-being.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?
You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
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How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
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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.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.