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.”

The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.

Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Mastering Mobile Lingo
Do you understand these common mobile slang terms?
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
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Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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 Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
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.
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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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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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.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
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.
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.