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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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.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?
You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
Pickleball in Retirement
Learn about the latest sport to sweep the nation with this informative article.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
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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.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
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.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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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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.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We'd love to help you prepare.
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.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.