Financial Series - Let's Talk Dinero with AARP

Priscilla Orpinela-Segura | Planning for your financial future starts today, and we know that can be overwhelming and daunting at times. There are competing responsibilities, like la familia, education, work, social groups and more. Having a strong financial plan will help you and your family be better prepared for the future, whether it’s saving for emergencies and retirement, reducing debt, owning a home, or starting a business. Regardless of what your short and long-term financial goals are, we can help.

Let’s Talk Dinero with AARP™ is a virtual series that will connect you to information and resources to build financial resilience and security. We’re partnering with financial experts across the state to talk about asset protection, debt management, caregiving costs, retirement planning, entrepreneurship and more.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Events are held every other month on the fourth Monday at 4 p.m. unless otherwise listed.

PREVIOUS EVENTS

• Protect Your Money in a Digital Age
  Hear from the Federal Trade Commission about digital security basics, safe online shopping, and how to spot digital financial scams.
  
• Navigating Career Advancement and Closing the Wage Gap
  To close out Women’s History Month, join AARP and Michelle Seijas, an experience leadership coach, to get actionable steps to grow your career, address the wage gap, gain confidence y más.
  
  
• Creating an Emergency Fund
  Learn practical strategies for saving, budgeting, and planning for emergencies like medical expenses, home repairs, or job loss. A financial pro will provide actionable tips on starting your fund, determining the right amount, and staying motivated. Prioritize your savings, manage expenses, and set realistic goals for a resilient financial foundation.
  

• Financial Forecast: Planning for Success
  Get ready for 2025 and learn from a financial pro. Start by understanding the basic principles that can help you achieve financial independence; learn the practical action steps to take in the short-term and long-term; and know how to start working with a financial professional with confidence.
  

RESOURCES AND TOOLS

• Check out our playlist to view previous events on-demand.
• Money Map helps you develop a budget, plan for unexpected expenses, manage debt and build a savings plan.
• Savi Student Loan Repayment Tool provides one-to-one support with student loan experts that will help you explore repayment and forgiveness programs.
• Social Security Calculator helps you determine your benefits based on your average income over your working years.
• 401(k) Savings and Planning Calculator helps you plan your retirement goals based on your contributions and your employer’s match, if applicable.  
• AARP Interview an Advisor helps you understand a financial advisor’s credentials and how to select and advisor that best fits your needs.
• To access our financial planning hub, click HERE.