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.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.

Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We'd love to help you prepare.
Saving on Subscription Service Costs
There are ways to improve your physical fitness without denting your fiscal fitness.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Debt Stress
There’s a link between debt and stress.
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
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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 Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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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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To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We'd love to help you prepare.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.