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The mission of the Institute for Financial Well-Being is to guide and encourage individuals to focus on achieving economic stability - using innovative tools, making informed decisions, and encouraging positive habits.

The mission of the Institute for Financial Well-Being is to guide and encourage individuals to focus on achieving economic stability - using innovative tools, making informed decisions, and encouraging positive habits.

This Week @ Broadview Financial Well-Being

Short, timely articles based on a real-world weekly theme.

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Personal and Professional Etiquette

Whether you're having a business lunch or evening going on a date, everyday personal etiquette says a lot about you.

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What Etiquette Says About You

Introduction to the Personal and Professional Etiquette week.

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Top Ten Etiquette Mistakes When Dining

Whether you're on a first date or attending an important business lunch, good table etiquette is an absolute must if you want to present yourself in the best possible light.

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Don't Know How Much to Tip? Here's a Helpful Guide

The ins and outs of tipping anyone who provides you with a service.

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The Role of Etiquette in the Workplace

Learning how to successfully navigate the rules of office etiquette is a critical step toward thriving at work. The following will help you negotiate social situations with confidence.

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How to Talk About Money

Even in today's "share everything" culture, money is still a sensitive subject - and that's one reason why you should follow the rules of etiquette governing such conversations.

New topics are posted every Sunday.

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Last Week @ Broadview Financial Well-Being

Home Improvement and Renovation

If you own your home, it's likely to be your biggest investment. So how do you determine whether or not to invest more?

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Improvements Versus Repairs

The financial distinction can be important and often overlooked.

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Renovate or Move? It's Complicated

Deciding whether to renovate your existing home or buy a new one involves more than purely financial considerations.

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Energy Efficiency: Is it Worth it?

The financial benefits of energy efficient upgrades can vary greatly.

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Which Renovations Are Worth It?

From a financial point of view, the answers can be surprising.

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How to Fund Renovations

From mortgage refinancing to government loan programs, home owners have a variety of finding choices.

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Tax Benefits and Home Renovations

From tax deductible interest expenses to tax credits for energy efficient upgrades, a reduced tax bill can take some of the bite out of renovation expenses.

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The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Renovating

Five things to avoid when starting a project - and what to do instead.

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