Lifestyle | Ryan Belding and Shannon Paulsen

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.”

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.

Have A Question About This Topic?

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

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

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

Building Your Legacy

A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.

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?

Raising Healthy Children

Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.

Good Health is Good Business

Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.

View all articles

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

View all calculators

To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

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.

Choosing a Mortgage

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

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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.

Surprises

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

View all videos

Articles

A House Divided

By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.

Raising Healthy Children

Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.

Countdown to College

Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College

Dropping off your child is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.

How Boomers and Millennials Differ

The YOLO Economy is a focus on experiences over material possessions, prompting Boomers to consider a similar mindset.

View all articles
Calculators

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

View all calculators
Videos

To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

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.

Coaches

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

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

The Richest Man in Babylon

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

Acres of Diamonds

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

View all videos