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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Forecast

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

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.

Good Health is Good Business

Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.

Choosing a Mortgage

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

• Articles

  To Catch a Thief

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

  Please Leave Home Without It

  Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.

  A Path to Serenity and Smart Money Choices

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

  Building Your Legacy

  A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.

  Countdown to College

  Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.

  Stop Wasting Money

  One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.

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• Calculators

  Rent vs Buy Calculator

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

  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.

  What's Your MPG?

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

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• Videos

  What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

  The Richest Man in Babylon

  In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

  Forecast

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

  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.

  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.

  Choosing a Mortgage

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

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