Lifestyle | Baird's Fox Valley Office

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.”

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.

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To Buy or Not to Buy

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

Keep Your Private Information Private

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

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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

Women Talking Wealth: Kathy Cobb

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

Keep Your Private Information Private

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

Family Values: Charting Your Future

How can families take on new perspectives and ideas without sacrificing their deeply held beliefs?

Good Health is Good Business

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

Stop Wasting Money

One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

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Surprises

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

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.

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.

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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Articles

Ten Financial Moves to Make When Your Child Turns 18

Have a newly adult son or daughter? Use these tips to introduce them to a world of responsible financial independence.

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

Raising Healthy Children

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

To Catch a Thief

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

Women Talking Wealth: Kathy Cobb

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

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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Videos

Surprises

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

Acres of Diamonds

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

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.

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.

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