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.”
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.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Debt Stress
There’s a link between debt and stress.
Retiring Wild: National Parks and You
Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Keeping Good Records is Good Business
Maintaining good records for your business not only helps to meet your tax and legal obligations, but it can save you money.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
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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.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
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Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
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.
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.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.