Lifestyle | The McCrea Burns Group

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.”

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

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

Changing Unhealthy Behaviors

Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.

Surprises

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

"Am I Ready to Move Out of My Parents' House?"

Here are five steps you can take to pursue your own independence.

Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.

Gone Phishing

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

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.

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College

Dropping off your child is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.

Women Talking Wealth: Kathy Cobb

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

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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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The Richest Man in Babylon

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

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

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

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.

Surprises

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

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

To Buy or Not to Buy

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

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Articles

Bull & Baird: Inside Out

We're not thinking creatures that feel, but feeling creatures that think--and that affects our behavior as investors.

Women Talking Wealth: Kathy Cobb

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

Putting a Price Tag On Your Health

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

Maintaining Financial Well-Being Through a Divorce

Are you prepared for the transition of untying the knot?

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.

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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

Acres of Diamonds

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

Surprises

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

Choosing a Mortgage

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

Coaches

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

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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