Parent Update

Monday, January 31, 2011

Money Doesn't Grow On Trees: Speaker Series Events for Winter/Spring


St. Kate's Money Management program is excited to announce the upcoming Money Doesn't Grow On Trees speaker series for winter/spring term. Parents and family members are invited to attend any of these events with their student. Three programs in particular may be of special interest to parents as indicated below by an asterisk(*).

* Taxes 101: Everything You Need to Know to File What is the relationship between a W4 and other federal tax documents? What are the deductions for higher education? Should my parents claim me as a dependent or should I file taxes independently? How can I get my taxes prepared for free?
Wednesday, February 9, 370 CDC, 4:30-6 p.m.

Common Cents about Money Management Learn the basics about banking products: savings account, money market, certificate of deposit and more. How does my credit score impact buying a car or renting an apartment? Do I need to think about retirement plans now?
Wednesday, February 23, 370 CDC, 4:30-6 p.m.

* Relationships and Money: Can We Talk (or Why Can't We?) Different money perceptions is the number one reason why couples divorce. Parents and their children – of all ages – argue over how money should be spent. Join an engaging discussion with nationally-recognized financial adviser and author Ruth Hayden as she addresses this topic.
Wednesday, March 16, Rauenhorst Hall in CDC, 4:30-6 p.m.

* Student Loan Repayment: Everything You Need to Know How much and who do I owe? Learn about loan repayment options to make monthly payments manageable including loan consolidation, deferment and forbearance options. Get information on websites to help navigate the loan repayment process.
Wednesday, March 30, 370 CDC, 4:30- 6 p.m.

HealthCare! Demystify the Ins and Outs of Healthcare Plans A panel of human resource experts discuss healthcare plans and define the basic terms. Learn how to search the open market for plans and how to determine what is best for you and your family.
Wednesday, April 6, 370 CDC, 4:30-6 p.m.

Benefit Packages and Salary Negotiation Learn what benefit packages can include and how they can differ in the overall compensation offer. Information on salary negotiation strategies will also be included. Know this imporant information before accepting a job offer.
Wedneday, April 20, 370 CDC, 4:30- 6 p.m.

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