Learn about individual benefits, spousal benefits, and Social Security Maximization strategies with a focus on annuities. Social Security reaches almost every family, and at some point will touch the lives of nearly all Americans.

Course will provide a thorough overview of “how” to retire without surprises from Social Security, Medicare, MaineCare, and senior health insurance system. You will learn: important SSA forms and timelines; the “parts” of Medicare; how and when to apply; plans and general benefits. Alan Minthorn, Owner of Maine Senior Insurance, LLC, is a licensed and certified senior health insurance products broker. He has held licensure since 1991.

Making investment decisions by timing the stock market has historically proven not to be the best way to maximize investment returns. Learn about more tried and true approaches to investing in the stock market. This presentation also describes the characteristics of mutual funds, the four general types, and the potential investment opportunities and risks associated with investing in mutual funds.

Master the secrets of how to set up, and successfully run an Etsy® shop with experienced Etsy® Shop owner Cherie Herne of SaltyGirl and the Long Dog. Not just to sell your handmade goods, but to be amazingly successful. Learn how to sell your crafts on Etsy®, the DIY Marketplace for the world market for art, design and home decor! Folklore has it, growing up in Maine, that Cherie is part mermaid. With her graphic design education, a coastal wild spirit and her passion for the sun, sand and sea, Cherie has created a successful online Etsy® Shop that has generated upward of 6,000 sales. Using local natural resources Cherie has become known for her stunning, one-of-a-kind driftwood and sea glass wreaths.

Use this cloud-based accounting program to record income and expenses; enter checks and credit card payments; track your payables, inventory, and receivables; and much more. Cost: $89 for 6 weeks online series - www.ed2go.com/yace Session Start Dates: 1) Feb 13 2) Mar 13 3) Apr 17 4) May 15 5)June 12 6) July 17

Use this cloud-based accounting program to record income and expenses; enter checks and credit card payments; track your payables, inventory, and receivables; and much more. Cost: $89 for 6 weeks online series - www.ed2go.com/yace Session Start Dates: 1) Feb 13 2) Mar 13 3) Apr 17 4) May 15 5)June 12 6) July 17

This presentation discusses financial situations and talks about key tools like budgeting and debt management, ways the audience can protect their assets, prepare for retirement and create a financial legacy for their loved ones. This presentation also reviews the financial basics consider before retirement.

This seminar that discusses the economy and actions to take today. The program explores the economy, interest rates and our outlook, current market trends, strategies to prepare for volatility and the importance of balance.