Personal Finance

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Adulting 101: For the Love of Money

with FAME , Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Feb

12

February 12th, 2025

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Finance Authority of Maine’s (FAME) College Access and Financial Education team has put together a series of virtual workshops specifically for adults. All sessions are free, but you must register in advance. An email with a link to the online session will be sent in advance of the class.

Adulting is tough. Finances can be one of the trickiest parts of adulthood. Whether you’ve been Adulting for decades or are just getting started, banking basics, spending plans, credit scores and budgeting tools are available to make things a little bit easier. Join Steve Kautz, Financial Education Programs Specialist from the Finance Authority of Maine for this 1-hour virtual workshop as we explore fundamental money skills.

Students must have an audio and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone.

Making Career Choices – Session 2

with New Ventures Maine, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

May

6

May 6th, 2025

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Ready for a career change but don’t know where to start? This one-hour workshop will point you in the right direction. Our professional staff will cover what to consider when making a career choice and the resources available to help you succeed. Offered by New Ventures Maine.

Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone. For more information visit newventuresmaine.org

Business Basics – Session 1

with New Ventures Maine, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Feb

13

February 13th, 2025

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This three-session class with our professional staff covers the basics of writing a business plan, marketing, recordkeeping, and cash planning. The class is for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. Offered by New Ventures Maine.

Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone. For more information visit newventuresmaine.org

Student Loan Repayment Strategies & Pro Tips

with FAME , Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Mar

7

March 7th, 2025

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Finance Authority of Maine’s (FAME) College Access and Financial Education team has put together a series of virtual workshops specifically for adults. All sessions are free, but you must register in advance. An email with a link to the online session will be sent in advance of the class.

There are many different facets to the student loan program that can be powerful in helping you achieve your financial goals but also can be confusing. If you are struggling with your payments, did you know there are several income-based repayment plans as well as deferment or forbearance? Did you know you could get .25% off your interest rate if you sign up for auto-debit on your federal loans? Do you know you can work towards loan forgiveness now if you work for a non-profit, government or tribal agency? Whether you have recently graduated from college or have been repaying your student loans for a long time, join us to learn how to best manage your student loan repayment.

Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone.

Tax Readiness for the Self-Employed – Session 3

with New Ventures Maine, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Mar

12

March 12th, 2025

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Are you self-employed and want to understand more about taxes for your business? In this class, you will learn about what is needed to prepare federal taxes and organize your financial records. We will also review different types of expenses, tax forms, and types of taxes for the self-employed.

Offered by New Ventures Maine. Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone. For more information visit newventuresmaine.org

Medicare 101 – Session 5

with Jo-Ann Neal, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

May

13

May 13th, 2025

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Questions about Medicare? Join Jo-Ann Neal for this informational seminar outlining the basics of Medicare. Jo-Ann will answer your questions including what Medicare does and does NOT cover when to enroll, the difference between MedicareAdvantage and Medicare Supplement Plans, and which plan is best for you. Following the presentation, Jo-Ann will be available for a question and answer session. Jo-Ann Neal of Allen Insurance and Financial is a licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare. Jo-Ann joined Allen Insurance and Financial in May 2013, bringing with her 10+ years of human resources and benefits administration experience. In 2016, she earned a Benefits Account Manager certification from the National Association of Health Insurance Underwriters and became appointed to work with customers on Medicare plans.