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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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.

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Managing Your Lifestyle

Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

Stop Wasting Money

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

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

• Articles

  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.

  A House Divided

  By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.

  The Three Keys to a Great Password

  Have fun and learn how to craft the perfect password with the help of this highly engaging infographic.

  To Catch a Thief

  Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.

  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.

  Financial Aid for Students 101

  Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.

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• Calculators

  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.

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• Presentations

  Managing Your Lifestyle

  Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.

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• Videos

  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.

  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.

  Forecast

  The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.

  Acres of Diamonds

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

  What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

  A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

  Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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