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.”
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
Best Vacations: By Car, By Ship, By Foot, Once in a Lifetime
Four vacation destinations you might never have thought of.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your son or daughter is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.
Healthy Body, Healthy Pocketbook
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help you reduce health-related expenses—and avoid time in the recovery room.
Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.
Travel, Without the Baggage
Tips to avoid checking in luggage on your next vacation.
Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century
Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
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.
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.
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.
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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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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
That big list of dreams and goals isn't the only way to look at your bucket list.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
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.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.