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Financial Literacy Workshop Series

No matter what stage of life you are in, you can invest in your financial health — and your overall well-being — by empowering yourself and building new habits, such as saving for retirement, reviewing your insurance, managing your credit and creating a safety net.

Explore upcoming and on-demand financial literacy webinars, hosted by UF departments and campus partners and available to all UF faculty and staff.

Upcoming webinars

Discover 529 plans | May 29, noon
Hosted by Fidelity
Explore the latest ways to save and pay for a child’s education with a 529 plan. Discover what 529 plans are, how they work, and who they’re designed for.

Take Control of Your Money for Renters | June 4, 5 p.m.
Hosted by UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
Class is offered every first Wednesday of each month for free. Who Can Take the workshop? Residents looking for income-based assistance programs. Anyone wanting to become a more savvy renter. Residents wanting to apply for the Our Florida Rental Assistance Program.

In-person Homebuyer Education and Training Workshop | June 18, 9 a.m.
Hosted by the City of Gainesville
Individuals interested in the Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA), provides funding to eligible homebuyers to buy a home within the City limits of Gainesville, must complete this workshop.

PowerPay Debt Away | June 25, noon
Hosted by UF/IFAS Extension and Hillsborough County
We will explore Utah State University’s powerful debt analysis tool. The webinar will include a demonstration of how it can be used to create a customized plan to eliminate debt and discussion of debt management strategies.

Securing the Bag Family Financial Empowerment Summit | June 28, 9 a.m.
Hosted by the City of Gainesville
Learn how to manage your finances in preparation for hurricane season. The workshop is free and will feature both youth and adult sessions, along with a kids’ room for children aged 5 to 10 years.

Taking Control of Your Finances | July 1, 10 a.m.
Hosted by myFRS
This 90-minute workshop is designed to help evaluate your current spending habits and create a plan to help accomplish your financial goals.

Understanding the FRS Investment Plan | July 2, 10 a.m.
Hosted by myFRS
This 90-minute FRS Investment Plan workshop is designed to help Investment Plan members better understand their benefits, while also helping FRS Pension Plan members determine if switching to the Investment Plan is the right move for them.

Estate Planning Basic: Protecting What Matters to You | July 16, noon
Hosted by UF/IFAS Extension and Hillsborough County
Estate planning helps protect you and the people you care about during times of crisis or after death. It allows you to name guardians for your children, manage your finances, outline medical care instructions if you’re incapacitated, and decide how your assets will be distributed. This session will cover essential legal documents, asset transfer options, life insurance, and resources to help you create a plan.

Homeowners Insurance Basics | July 30, noon
Hosted by UF/IFAS Extension and Hillsborough County
Learn what standard policies cover, factors that impact premiums, and the claims process. Whether you’re a new homeowner or reviewing your current coverage, this session will help you better understand your options and navigate insurance needs.

IRAs Demystified: What You Need to Know to Take Control | Aug. 6, noon
Hosted by UF/IFAS Extension and Hillsborough County
Whether you’re starting out or reassessing your financial plans, this session can help you make informed decisions about your financial future. Our discussion will include how IRAs work, the differences between account types, the 5-year rule, rollovers, and Roth conversions.

 


On-demand webinars

Financial Literacy 101

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Home Ownership

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Investing

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Retirement and Finances

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