Lifestyle | Laura Thompson, ChFC

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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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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Debt Stress

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To Buy or Not to Buy

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Raising Healthy Children

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How Boomers and Millennials Differ

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Stop Wasting Money

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Money Draining Food Myths

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Financial Aid for Students 101

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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.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

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Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

Good Health is Good Business

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Changing Unhealthy Behaviors

Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.

Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?

When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.

Putting a Price Tag On Your Health

Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.

Retiring Wild: National Parks and You

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

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How Much Home Can I Afford?

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The Richest Man in Babylon

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To Buy or Not to Buy

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

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