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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.

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What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

Bull & Baird: The Meaning of Life

Life asks for the same thing long-term investing does: perspective.

Coaches

Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.

Mastering Mobile Lingo

Do you understand these common mobile slang terms?

Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?

You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?

Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List

This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.

So Your Data Has Been Leaked – Now What?

Data breaches have been on the rise in recent years – here’s what to do if you find your personal information was exposed.

Money Draining Food Myths

These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.

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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.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

Choosing a Mortgage

Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.

Acres of Diamonds

In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.

Surprises

Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.

The Richest Man in Babylon

In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

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Articles

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.

"Am I Ready to Move Out of My Parents' House?"

Here are five steps you can take to pursue your own independence.

The Financial Literacy Crisis

Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

Is it Time to Make a Change?

When do you know? And when do you know you’re ready?

What Is Your Time Worth?

Time is money – but some decisions can cost more than hours. Learn how to decide what’s worth doing yourself and what’s not.

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Videos

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.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

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.

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