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.”
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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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.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Keeping Good Records is Good Business
Maintaining good records for your business not only helps to meet your tax and legal obligations, but it can save you money.
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
Raising Healthy Children
Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.
Best Vacations: By Car, By Ship, By Foot, Once in a Lifetime
Four vacation destinations you might never have thought of.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
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Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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.
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.
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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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Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
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.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.