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.”
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
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.
Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century
Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century
Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.
Lots of Variables with Fixed-Rate Mortgages
When selecting a fixed-rate mortgage, a borrower has to determine how many years to finance the loan.
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Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
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.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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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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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.
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.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
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.