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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It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup

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.

Practical Strategies to Safeguard Your Online Information

Practical Strategies to Safeguard Your Online Information

What can you do to protect yourself? Here are a few real-world strategies to keep in mind.

An Arm and a Leg

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.

Ten Financial Moves to Make When Your Child Turns 18

Have a newly adult son or daughter? Use these tips to introduce them to a world of responsible financial independence.

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Bull & Baird: Resilience

Even though it can be tricky to stick to a plan in the heat of the moment, Mike writes about why it's important to have one.

Keep Your Private Information Private

Here are some easy steps you can take to keep your personal information away from prying eyes.

Laid Off: A Plan for When Things Don't Go to Plan

In all the emotion following a layoff, it can be hard to know how to protect and maximize your options.

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

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How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

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Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

Acres of Diamonds

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

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.

The Richest Man in Babylon

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

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

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