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.”

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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To Buy or Not to Buy

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

Ten Financial Moves to Make When Your Child Turns 18

Have a newly adult son or daughter? Use these tips to introduce them to a world of responsible financial independence.

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.

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

Giving Love - and Money - to the Grandkids

Paying for a grandchild’s education is a valuable investment in their future. Learn how you can both get the most out of it.

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.

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

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

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

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

Gone Phishing

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

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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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

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.

Coaches

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

The Richest Man in Babylon

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

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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Articles

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

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

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.

A House Divided

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

How Boomers and Millennials Differ

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

Bull & Baird: The Meaning of Life

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

Money Draining Food Myths

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

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Videos

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.

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.

Surprises

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

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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