Lifestyle
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.”
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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Family Values: Charting Your Future
How can families take on new perspectives and ideas without sacrificing their deeply held beliefs?
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List
This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.
Wealth Management in Real Life
Just engaged? Here’s how to financially plan ahead for marriage, a house and kids.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
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Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
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Perspectives on Technology
How does Baird’s technology provide clients with peace of mind on their financial plan?
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.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
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.
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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