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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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

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Family Conversations on Retirement, Legacy, and Finances

Practical guidance for discussing retirement plans, support, and financial values with family before transitions occur.

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• Articles

  6 Smart Money Habits for Building Long-Term Wealth

  Discover practical habits to help you save more, spend wisely, and build lasting wealth for the future.

  Avoiding Cognitive Decline

  Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

  6 Smart Wealth-Building Money Habits to Start Early

  Learn 6 smart money habits that can help you save more, spend wisely, and start building wealth now.

  To Catch a Thief

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

  Putting a Price Tag On Your Health

  Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.

  Early Lessons for Raising Financially Confident Kids

  Simple, everyday strategies to help kids develop healthy money habits and financial confidence over time.

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• Calculators

  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.

  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.

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• Videos

  Acres of Diamonds

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

  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.

  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.

  Surprises

  Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.

  Coaches

  Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.

  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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