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.”

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 professional about changes in your situation.

Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List
This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.

Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Raising Healthy Children
Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
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.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
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Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
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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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.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
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.