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.”
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
That big list of dreams and goals isn't the only way to look at your bucket list.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Have A Question About This Topic?
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We’d like to be one of them.
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.
5 Things That Seasoned Travelers Are Doing (That You're Not)
A collection of tips from professional travelers.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
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.
View all articles
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.
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.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
View all calculators
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
View all presentations
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We’d like to be one of them.
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.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.