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.
Financial Confidence: The Gift that Keeps on Giving
Gift-giving is an important and cherished part of the holiday season for people around the world.
Bulletproofing Your Business
Small businesses are at risk when they lose a key employee. Here’s how you can protect yourself.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
7 Ways to Show Your Appreciation for Mom this May
For the unsung heroes who raised us, protected us, encouraged us and cleaned up after us, now is the chance to express our gratitude.
Infographic: Family Caregivers – Unseen labor in America
For many employees, work is not limited to the workday and expands to include the role of caring for loved ones at home before, after, and often during their jobs...
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.
A House Divided
By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.
5 Original Ways to Show Your Love
One of the best ways to love the people you care about is through properly protecting yourself, and them.
Smart Wedding Registry Ideas
The start of marriage should be all love–not debt.
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Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.