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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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

Choosing a Mortgage

Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.

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.

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

• Articles

  Raising Healthy Children

  Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.

  Countdown to College

  Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.

  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.

  Building Your Legacy

  A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.

  Please Leave Home Without It

  Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.

  A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College

  Dropping off your child is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.

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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.

  Can I Refinance My Mortgage?

  This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.

  Bi-Weekly Payments

  This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.

  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.

  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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• Videos

  Acres of Diamonds

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

  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.

  Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot

  Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.

  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.

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