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.”
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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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.
Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century
Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
Debt Stress
There’s a link between debt and stress.
Should You Choose a Fixed or Variable?
When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.
Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
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?
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Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
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.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We’d like to be one of them.
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.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
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.