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.
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Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
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.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
A House Divided
By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.
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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.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
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.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
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.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Coaches
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