If you’ve considered putting your money into an investment that produces financial results and social good, you might be an impact investor. But there are a few things you should know about this rapidly growing movement.

Birth, death, marriage or divorce … these life events are usually the catalysts that prompt people to do something that lingers on financial to-do lists: creating or updating an estate plan. College graduation is another milestone families should use as a reason to revisit their plans. When your son or daughter was young, you needed an estate plan to name a guardian. Now that your child is old enough to live alone, you need a plan to decide whether and how you want to distribute your assets.

You may not spend your weekends in Vegas, but if you’re like most Americans, you’ve probably dropped a dollar or two at the local convenience store to purchase a lottery ticket.

The arrival of a child in your life is a joyous event. The proper planning, however, goes beyond baby naming, doctor’s visits, and gender-reveal parties. Children add an element of uncertainty to your finances, and a deeper need for you to be responsible and plan for the future. These seven steps will help you prepare for all that lies ahead.

Creating a balanced portfolio is a lot like making a perfect and personal salsa. Dr. Craig Israelsen, professor and author of 7Twelve: A Diversified Investment Portfolio with a Plan says there are a few rules that apply even to this most free-form of dishes.