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.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
The Best Apps in Travel
Technology tips to make your next trip even better.
A House Divided
By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.
Good Health is Good Business
Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
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.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
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.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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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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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don’t let it be more painful than it has to be.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We’d like to be one of them.