Making Sense of Dollars

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Are you ready to take control of your finances? Join us for a series of informative workshops designed to empower you with essential financial knowledge. Whether you’re just starting out or need a refresher, our program covers key topics to help you build a solid foundation. Let us discover how we can Make Sense of Dollars.

Event Details:

• Dates: Second and Fourth Mondays of the month
• Time: 4:00 pm
• Location: Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
• Address:  326 S 7th St, Springfield, IL 62701
• Phone: (217) 753-4900

Workshop Topics:

July 14th : Banking Basics : A session covering the basics of banking, including all the essential information you need to know when opening your first bank account.

July 28th : Scams, Schemes and Financial Predators : Info on how to stop a scammer from making you a statistic and how to identify emails & phone calls designed to relieve you of your hard earned cash.

August 11th : Saving Success : A session on Saving Success will be centered around identifying goals, discussing strategies to reduce expenses, and planning for next steps, with an emphasis on encouraging positive behavioral change.

August 25th : Student Loan Repayment : A session focusing on Student Loan Repayment, covering topics such as the key facts about student loans, various repayment options for federal and private loans, and important terms associated with each.

September 8th : Developing Sound Financial Skills : A session focused on developing sound financial skills, including guidance on setting up a budget and managing finances.

September 22th : Budgeting for the Holidays : Discover how retailers entice shoppers to make impulse purchases and how to avoid going overboard when holiday shopping.