Upcoming Financial Seminars and Webinars

Credit is a valuable financial tool, but knowing how it works is crucial to making it work for you. This session delves into the fundamental aspects of credit, including credit scores, credit reports, and their effects on your financial wellbeing. Discover the various types of credit, the factors that shape your credit score, and effective strategies for building, maintaining, or improving your credit.

Everyone wants control over their financial lives, but how do we get it? In one word: budget. It’s the most powerful weapon to get a more secure future. Participants will identify their short- and long-term goals and learn how to design realistic spending and savings plans to reach those objectives.

Presenters:
Jessica Lucas, Community & Corporate Engagement Relationship Manager

Much like driving a car, understanding the rules and best practices of credit card use can significantly impact your financial journey. In this session, uncover the essentials of using credit cards wisely, from exploring various card types, interest rates, and fees, to finding the card that best s uits your needs. Uncover practical strategies for budgeting and managing debt that empower you to use credit cards responsibly.

We’ll talk about what it means to be financially healthy – which is so much more than just your credit score. True financial health is based on four key components: Spend, Save, Borrow, and Plan. You’ll also confidentially determine your Financial Health Score and the steps to improve that score.

Did you know that your financial health can significantly impact your mental well-being? Explore the powerful relationship between money and mental health by diving into how financial stress affects your emotional state and learn how to create a balanced approach to money management, build financial resilience, and reduce anxiety around financial decisions.

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a renter evaluating your next step, or simply curious about the current real estate landscape, deciding whether to buy or rent requires careful consideration. This session will help you navigate the pros and cons of both options by exploring the fina ncial, lifestyle, and market factors that influence this important decision.

If you do gig work, you know how tricky it can get on the money management side of things. In this jampacked presentation you’ll learn how to take control of your financials and get actionable steps for simplifying healthcare, retirement, taxes, budgeting, savings, and more.

Earning money, spending and saving are important lessons children learn very early on in life. This session will help guide parents on effective ways to educate children about financial responsibility that can last a lifetime.