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.”
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.

Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.

To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Lots of Variables with Fixed-Rate Mortgages
When selecting a fixed-rate mortgage, a borrower has to determine how many years to finance the loan.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
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.
Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds
Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.
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.
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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.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
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.
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.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.