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.”
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.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
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.
Retiring Wild: National Parks and You
Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
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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.
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.
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.
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Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
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.