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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What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

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.

Forecast

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

• Articles

  Please Leave Home Without It

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

  Financial Aid for Students 101

  Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.

  Debt Stress

  There’s a link between debt and stress.

  To Catch a Thief

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

  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?

  Good Health is Good Business

  Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.

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• Calculators

  How Much Home Can I Afford?

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

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• Videos

  What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

  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.

  Acres of Diamonds

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

  The Richest Man in Babylon

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

  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.

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