Lifestyle | Sam Howard

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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What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

Saving for College: A Brief Guide for Parents

Key questions to help you get started on funding your kids’ education.

The Richest Man in Babylon

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

Is it Time to Make a Change?

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

Gone Phishing

Cybercriminals are using AI to carry out mass phishing attacks, making it crucial for you to recognize these threats.

Parental Loans and Paying for College

Advice for parents before they agree to take on college debt for their children.

Retiring Wild: National Parks and You

Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.

Maintaining Financial Well-Being Through a Divorce

Are you prepared for the transition of untying the knot?

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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The Richest Man in Babylon

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

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

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.

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

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Articles

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.

Family Values: Charting Your Future

How can families take on new perspectives and ideas without sacrificing their deeply held beliefs?

Paying for Graduate School

You’ve spent your kids’ entire lives saving for college tuition - so what happens when they want to go to grad school, too?

Bull & Baird: The Meaning of Life

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

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

Pickleball in Retirement

Learn about the latest sport to sweep the nation with this informative article.

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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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Videos

Acres of Diamonds

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

Coaches

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

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.

The Richest Man in Babylon

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

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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