This introductory course is designed for adults looking to strengthen their financial knowledge and develop healthy long-term financial habits. Through practical discussion and real-world examples, students will learn strategies for saving, setting financial goals, and building long-term financial discipline. The course also introduces the foundations of investing, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, compound growth, and understanding investment risk. Whether beginning a financial journey, recovering from a major life event, or looking to improve money management skills, participants will gain tools and confidence to make informed financial decisions. Instructor: George Revoir.

Discover retirement planning strategies that can help you build, protect, and enjoy your wealth throughout every stage of life. This class introduces a retirement framework centered on Growth, Access, and Predictable Income, as well as the 4-Box Strategy for aligning assets with income needs. Whether you're early in your career, preparing for retirement, or already retired, you'll gain practical insights and strategies designed to enhance financial security and support your long-term goals. The class will be delivered via Zoom, a meeting link will be provided on the day of the class. Instructor: Jack Yvon.

Learn about five key risks that can impact retirement success: Longevity, Inflation, Withdrawal Rates, Asset Allocation, and Health Care Costs. This class explores practical strategies to help you prepare for and manage these challenges as part of a well-rounded retirement plan.The concepts discussed are relevant whether you are just beginning your career, approaching retirement, or already retired. Participants will gain insights and strategies tailored to different stages of life, helping to strengthen financial security and support long-term financial goals.The class will be delivered via Zoom, a meeting link will be provided on the day of the class. Instructor: Jack Yvon.

Build your investment knowledge with this introductory class covering the essentials of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Learn how these common investment vehicles work, the role they can play in a portfolio, and key considerations for making informed financial decisions. The class will be delivered via Zoom, a meeting link will be provided on the day of the class. Instructor: Jack Yvon.

Many people start taking social security as soon as possible… but is this the best choice for you? Learn how to maximize your social security and survivor benefits. Strategies for those that are single, married, divorced and widowed will be discussed. Cost of living adjustments, taxation of benefits and working while collecting social security will be explained. Coordinating other retirement accounts with social security distributions and Required Minimum Distribution rules will be explained to assist you in making informed decisions. Workbook included. Instructor: Susan Allen.

Building on the concepts introduced in Financial Foundations, this course takes a deeper look at investing and long-term retirement planning. Students will explore investment strategies, diversification, retirement accounts such as 401(k)s and IRAS, and approaches to building wealth through different stages of life. The course will also examine retirement planning considerations including estimating retirement needs, preparing for major life transitions, and converting savings into retirement income. Designed for adults at any stage of life, the course emphasizes practical knowledge and informed decision-making to support long-term financial security and independence. Instructor: George Revoir.

Will you be financially ready to retire at the age you're planning? If you haven't started planning, how do you begin the process? In this comprehensive retirement planning course, learn strategies on how to: create your own goals for a successful retirement; plan your retirement income to preserve a comfortable standard of living; transfer the risk of potential losses before and during retirement; remain financially flexible during retirement; reduce or eliminate taxes, expenses, delays and legal challenges with estate planning. Program includes free Text/Reference Guide and Personal Financial Fact Finder. Non-credit tuition includes a free second seat for an additional adult household member, please email Nichole Danis at ndanis@hcc.edu to register them. Instructor Jack Yvon.

Harness the power of social media to grow your audience and boost your brand—one post at a time. This dynamic class dives deep into crafting scroll stopping content tailored for each platform, from Instagram reels to Twitter threads. Learn how to write engaging captions, spark viral shares, and use storytelling to build authentic connections that keep followers coming back. You’ll also discover savvy strategies to turn likes and comments into real income by monetizing your social presence like a pro. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in the class fee. Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.