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.”
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.

Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.

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.
Travel, Without the Baggage
Tips to avoid checking in luggage on your next vacation.
Best Vacations: By Car, By Ship, By Foot, Once in a Lifetime
Four vacation destinations you might never have thought of.
Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?
When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Mastering Mobile Lingo
Do you understand these common mobile slang terms?
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
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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.
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.
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.
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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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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.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.