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

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

A Path to Serenity and Smart Money Choices

A Path to Serenity and Smart Money Choices

An article about meditation, mindfulness, and financial well-being.

Choosing a Mortgage

Choosing a Mortgage

Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.

Have You Planned Your Succession Yet?

If you’re like most financial professionals, you’ve probably thought about succession planning, but have you built a plan?

The Financial Literacy Crisis

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

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.

How to Talk with Family About Retirement and Financial Plans

Learn how to talk with family about retirement and finances in ways that build clarity, alignment, and understanding.

Building a Financially Informed Legacy

Financial legacies are built through education and stewardship. Prepare your family for long‑term wealth decisions.

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

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What's Your MPG?

Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.

Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

Acres of Diamonds

In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.

Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

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.

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