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.”
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
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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.
Bull & Baird: Reelin' in the Year
What would be your soundtrack of 2025? Mike shares the songs he would pick to be the backdrop of this year in investing.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Bull & Baird: Inside Out
We're not thinking creatures that feel, but feeling creatures that think--and that affects our behavior as investors.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
Maintaining Financial Well-Being Through a Divorce
Are you prepared for the transition of untying the knot?
Family Values: Charting Your Future
How can families take on new perspectives and ideas without sacrificing their deeply held beliefs?
Is it Time to Make a Change?
When do you know? And when do you know you’re ready?
Practical Strategies to Safeguard Your Online Information
What can you do to protect yourself? Here are a few real-world strategies to keep in mind.
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How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
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
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
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