Your financial goals

What matters most to you? Take a few minutes to sit down and define your goals and dreams. By identifying what is most important to you and sharing your thoughts with an advisor, you can start the process to create a customized plan and begin working toward achieving your goals.

What brings you happiness?

• What do you like to do most?
• What do you wish you had more of?
• What do you need less of in your life?
• Who do you want to spend time with?
• How do you want to spend your free time?

Who do you want to spend time with?

• What activities do you want to share with your partner?
• What activities do you want to do with your family?
• How much do you want to entertain?
• Are you interested in meeting new people?

Where do you dream of going?

• Where do you want to travel?
• How often do you want to travel?
• With whom do you want to travel?
• Do you want to go by plane? Cruise ship? Motorcycle?

Where do you see yourself living?

• Where do you want to live? In the city? In a bigger home?
• Who do you want to live near?
• Will your career determine where you'll need to live?
• Do you want to move somewhere warmer?

How do you intend to stay healthy and active?

• What activities interest you most?
• How will you stay physically fit? Yoga? Running?
• How will you stay mentally fit? Meditation? College classes?
• What medical benefits do you think you'll need?

How do you want to make a difference?

• What do you want to give your family most? Values? Education?
• What do you want to provide to your friends?
• How do you want to support your community?

How do you want to make a lasting mark?

• To whom do you want to leave money?
• Do you have a spiritual or educational organization that you want to support?
• What charities or causes would you like to help with your legacy?

For more help identifying your dreams, take a look at our Dream Book^® guide (PDF), which includes pertinent questions, worksheets and more.