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.”
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
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Good Health is Good Business
Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.
Wealth Management in Real Life
Just engaged? Here’s how to financially plan ahead for marriage, a house and kids.
Family Values: Charting Your Future
How can families take on new perspectives and ideas without sacrificing their deeply held beliefs?
Saving for College: A Brief Guide for Parents
Key questions that can help you get started on providing for your kids’ education.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Parental Loans and Paying for College
Advice for parents before they agree to take on college debt for their children.
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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.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
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Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Perspectives on Technology
How does Baird’s technology provide clients with peace of mind on their financial plan?
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Perspectives on Education Planning
It’s never too soon to start saving for a child’s education given the rising cost of tuition.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
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