Lifestyle | Chris Russell

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.”

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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

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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.

Saving for College: A Brief Guide for Parents

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

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.

Please Leave Home Without It

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

Keep Your Private Information Private

Here are some easy steps you can take to keep your personal information away from prying eyes.

Bull & Baird: The Meaning of Life

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

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

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

Laid Off: A Plan for When Things Don't Go to Plan

In all the emotion following a layoff, it can be hard to know how to protect and maximize your options.

To Consolidate or Not To Consolidate Your Student Debt

Consolidating or refinancing student loans can save time, hassle and even money. But is it the smartest decision for you?

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Choosing a Mortgage

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

Forecast

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

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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

Coaches

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

Acres of Diamonds

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

The Richest Man in Babylon

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

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Articles

Protecting Loved Ones From Elder Financial Abuse

More than ever, seniors are becoming the targets of a hidden crisis: elder fraud. Here’s how to keep your loved ones safe.

Good Health is Good Business

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

Women Talking Wealth: Kathy Cobb

Business Development Consultant Kathy Cobb discusses her unique financial journey in this edition of Women Talking Wealth.

Gone Phishing

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

Bull & Baird: Resilience

Even though it can be tricky to stick to a plan in the heat of the moment, Mike writes about why it's important to have one.

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

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Videos

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.

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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.

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