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.”

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Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.

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Managing Your Lifestyle

Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.

Coaches

Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.

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.

Forecast

The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We'd love to help you prepare.

• Articles

  Financial Aid for Students 101

  Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.

  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.

  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?

  The Financial Literacy Crisis

  Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.

  Money Draining Food Myths

  These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.

  Best Vacations: By Car, By Ship, By Foot, Once in a Lifetime

  Four vacation destinations you might never have thought of.

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• Calculators

  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.

  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.

  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.

  Can I Refinance My Mortgage?

  This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.

  Bi-Weekly Payments

  This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.

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• Presentations

  Managing Your Lifestyle

  Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.

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• Videos

  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.

  The Richest Man in Babylon

  In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

  What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

  Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

  Forecast

  The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We'd love to help you prepare.

  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.

  Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

  Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.

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