Lifestyle | Donald Montgomery

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.”

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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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.

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

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

Choosing a Mortgage

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

The Financial Literacy Crisis

Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.

Good Health is Good Business

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

Changing Unhealthy Behaviors

Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.

Raising Healthy Children

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

Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees

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

Debt Stress

There’s a link between debt and stress.

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How Much Home Can I Afford?

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

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Surprises

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

Forecast

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

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.

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.

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.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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Articles

Pickleball in Retirement

Learn about the latest sport to sweep the nation with this informative article.

Stop Wasting Money

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

Raising Healthy Children

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

Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List

This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.

Keeping Good Records is Good Business

Maintaining good records for your business not only helps to meet your tax and legal obligations, but it can save you money.

Money Draining Food Myths

These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.

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Calculators

How Much Home Can I Afford?

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

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Videos

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

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.

Choosing a Mortgage

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

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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