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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Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

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Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

Bi-Weekly Payments

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This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.

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Changing Unhealthy Behaviors

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Money Draining Food Myths

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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.

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.

Comparing Mortgage Terms

Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.

Bi-Weekly Payments

This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.

Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.

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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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