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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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.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
Raising Healthy Children
Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.
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Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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.
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.
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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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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.