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.”
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.
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.

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your child is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.

Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
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.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
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.
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.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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.
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.
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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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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.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
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.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We'd love to help you prepare.