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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Acres of Diamonds

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

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  Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

  Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.

  Raising Healthy Children

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

  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.

  Changing Unhealthy Behaviors

  Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.

  Mastering Mobile Lingo

  Do you understand these common mobile slang terms?

  How Boomers and Millennials Differ

  The YOLO Economy is a focus on experiences over material possessions, prompting Boomers to consider a similar mindset.

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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.

  Comparing Mortgage Terms

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

  Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

  This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.

  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.

  Bi-Weekly Payments

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

  Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?

  This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.

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

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  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.

  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.

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  Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.

  Acres of Diamonds

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

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