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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To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

"Am I Ready to Move Out of My Parents' House?"

Here are five steps you can take to pursue your own independence.

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.

• Articles

  Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

  Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.

  What Is Your Time Worth?

  Time is money – but some decisions can cost more than hours. Learn how to decide what’s worth doing yourself and what’s not.

  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.

  Raising Healthy Children

  Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.

  Stop Wasting Money

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

  Saving for College: A Brief Guide for Parents

  Key questions to help you get started on funding your kids’ education.

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• Videos

  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.

  What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

  Acres of Diamonds

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

  The Richest Man in Babylon

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

  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.

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