Take Charge of Your Finances
Online Financial Health Series
Did you know that worrying about money can affect your physical health? To help you take control of your financial health, your Benefit Fund has developed a free online series specifically for 1199SEIU members that offers real-world information and strategies.
The series gives you access to online presentations, led by financial expert Ryan C. Mack, from the comfort of your home. You can access the curriculum below, register for live webinars with Ryan, and complete surveys to offer feedback and suggest topics for future presentations.
Meet the Financial Expert, Ryan C. Mack
Ryan C. Mack is the author of Living in the Village: Build Your Financial Future and Strengthen Your Community.
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The Detroit native has always believed in giving back to the community, and said he found the perfect fit with the Benefit Fund. “What drew me to 1199SEIU and the Benefit Fund was the environment,” Ryan said. “There’s a commitment to the membership that says, ‘We’re here to help you,’ and then surrounds them with resources.”
Registration for the Fall Semester Opens in August 2020.
Online Curriculum
It’s All in Your Mind: Understanding Your Money Mindset
This webinar teaches basic financial literacy. Ryan defines common financial terms and discusses the purpose of money. This session explores how having a healthy mindset surrounding money can help improve your financial standing.
Saving Strategies Part 1: Getting a Handle on Spending
In this webinar, you learn about budgeting, interest, saving and avoiding financial pitfalls. It also provides an overview of the uses of money and the dangers of excessive spending.
Saving Strategies Part 2: Getting a Handle on Spending
In this webinar, Ryan continues to discuss budgeting, interest, saving and avoiding financial pitfalls. It also provides an overview of the uses of money and the dangers of excessive spending.
The Importance of Credit: How to Use It, Not Abuse It
This webinar builds on the themes in the previous sessions to help you understand credit, learn how credit scores are calculated and find out how you can obtain a copy of your credit report. Ryan also examines the advantages and disadvantages of credit.
Working Toward Retirement Part 1: Building Your Nest Egg
This webinar covers money management, investments and long-term goals. This session explains how to calculate pension and Social Security benefits, which will supplement your retirement income and savings. In addition, Ryan discusses how to determine how much income you will need once you stop working, as well as the best time to begin collecting benefits.
Working Toward Retirement Part 2: Building Your Nest Egg
In this final webinar, Ryan continues to cover money management, investments and long-term goals. This session explains how to calculate pension and Social Security benefits, which will supplement your retirement income and savings. In addition, Ryan discusses how to determine how much income you will need once you stop working, as well as the best time to begin collecting benefits.
Testimonials
“I called my credit card company and was able to get my interest rate lowered from 16.49 percent to 13.49 percent. Thank you so much for your time and all the wisdom you provided. I truly appreciate it.”
Neyra, RN
“Ryan, I took your advice: I called my credit card company and they lowered my interest rate from 21.99 percent to 16.99 percent. It's a one-year plan, but it's still something to me. Thank you for continuing to help people like me.”
Amelie, HHA