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.

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

Putting a Price Tag On Your Health

Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

• Articles

  Stop Wasting Money

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

  Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List

  This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.

  The Financial Literacy Crisis

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

  A House Divided

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

  To Catch a Thief

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

  Please Leave Home Without It

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

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• Calculators

  Comparing Mortgage Terms

  Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.

  Can I Refinance My Mortgage?

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

  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.

  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.

  Bi-Weekly Payments

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

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• Videos

  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.

  Forecast

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

  A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

  Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

  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.

  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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