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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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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Managing Your Lifestyle

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

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

Mastering Mobile Lingo

Do you understand these common mobile slang terms?

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.

• Articles

  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.

  Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family

  Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.

  Money Draining Food Myths

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

  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?

  To Catch a Thief

  Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.

  Avoiding Cognitive Decline

  Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

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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.

  Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?

  This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.

  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.

  Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

  This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.

  Can I Refinance My Mortgage?

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

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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

  A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

  Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

  Surprises

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

  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.

  Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot

  There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.

  Forecast

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

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