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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Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot

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.

How to Keep Building Wealth When Costs Rise

How to Keep Building Wealth When Costs Rise

Rising costs affect all areas of life. Learn how to build a financial strategy to combat inflation.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

Practical Moves to Safeguard Your Financial Progress

Explore these strategies to help protect your purchasing power in a world of rising costs.

Countdown to College

Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.

Early Lessons for Raising Financially Confident Kids

Simple, everyday strategies to help kids develop healthy money habits and financial confidence over time.

Money Draining Food Myths

These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

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

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How Much Home Can I Afford?

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

What's Your MPG?

Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.

Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.

Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

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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.

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.

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.

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.

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