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.”
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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.
Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds
Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Raising Healthy Children
Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your son or daughter is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.
Lots of Variables with Fixed-Rate Mortgages
When selecting a fixed-rate mortgage, a borrower has to determine how many years to finance the loan.
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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.
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.
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.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
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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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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.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
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.
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.