Lifestyle | Barb Vavruska Fish, CFP®

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.”

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.

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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.

Good Health is Good Business

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

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

Pickleball in Retirement

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

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

How Boomers and Millennials Differ

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

The Financial Literacy Crisis

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

Raising Healthy Children

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

Countdown to College

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

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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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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.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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.

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.

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Articles

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

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

Please Leave Home Without It

Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.

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?

To Catch a Thief

Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.

Raising Healthy Children

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

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

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Calculators

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

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.

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.

Surprises

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

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.

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