Lifestyle | Skip Cole

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.”

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Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

A House Divided

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

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.

How Boomers and Millennials Differ

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

Countdown to College

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

A House Divided

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

Retiring Wild: National Parks and You

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

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

Please Leave Home Without It

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

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Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

What's Your MPG?

Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.

Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.

How Much Home Can I Afford?

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

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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.

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.

Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

Coaches

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

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