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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Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
Retiring Wild: National Parks and You
Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.
Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List
This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.
Pickleball in Retirement
Learn about the latest sport to sweep the nation with this informative article.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
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Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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 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.
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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Surprises
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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.
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.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.