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.”

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

Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.

Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.

To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Travel, Without the Baggage
Tips to avoid checking in luggage on your next vacation.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Good Health is Good Business
Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.
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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.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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.
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.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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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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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.
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.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.