Let’s face it. The nation’s troubled economy and high rate of foreclosures has caused us all to take notice. Because these times are so uncertain, Seminole County wants to help you be prepared to manage the tough times if they come your way. The Seminole County Extension Service is offering a series of free financial classes to help you save and manage money, avoid a mortgage crisis and prepare for your future, including:

How to Avoid a Mortgage Crisis - Foreclosure:
Feb. 19, 6 - 8 p.m. and Feb. 25, 8 - 10 a.m.

Debt Management in Tough Times - Budgeting & Credit:
March 12, 6 - 8 p.m. and March 18, 8 - 10 a.m.

Surviving in Difficult Economic Times - Bankruptcy:
April 3, 8 - 9:30 a.m. and April 16, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Stretching Your Food Dollar - Recipes & Shopping Savvy:
May 15, 8 - 10 a.m. and May 28, 6 - 8 p.m.

Bare Minimum Insurance - How Do You Keep Peace of Mind for Health, Car, Property Insurance?
June 9, 6 - 8 p.m. and June 17, 8 - 10 a.m.

Seminole County Resources - Where to Go for Help:
July 14, 6 - 8 p.m. and July 16, 8 - 10 a.m.

Resume Updates - Interview Skills, Cover Letters - What You Need to Know:
Aug. 13, 6 - 8 p.m. and Aug. 20, 8 - 10 a.m.

Investing/Saving on a Shoestring - You Need to Start Somewhere!
Sept. 11, 8 - 10 a.m. and Sept. 17, 6 - 8 p.m.

Protecting Your Identity - ID Theft and Burglary:
Oct. 14, 6 - 8 p.m. and Oct. 16, 8 - 10 a.m.

Healthy, Wealthy & Wise (Holiday Tips to Keep You Sane!):
Nov. 20, 8 - 10 a.m.

Morning and evening classes have been scheduled for your convenience; those interested in participating only need to attend one session per class title. Classes will be held in the Extension Services Auditorium at 250 W. County Home Road in Sanford. Pre-registration is required for all classes, and seating is limited. Please call 407.665.5559 or 407.665.5560 for more details or to register.

For further information, please contact:
Barbara Hughes
bhughes@seminolecountyfl.gov
407-665-5556