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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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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Managing Your Lifestyle

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

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.

Acres of Diamonds

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

• Articles

  A House Divided

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

  Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century

  Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.

  The Financial Literacy Crisis

  Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.

  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.

  Best Vacations: By Car, By Ship, By Foot, Once in a Lifetime

  Four vacation destinations you might never have thought of.

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• Calculators

  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.

  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 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.

  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.

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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

  The Richest Man in Babylon

  In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

  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.

  Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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

  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.

  It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup

  It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.

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