Finances Made Simple
This course, Finances Made Simple, provides a clear and practical introduction to managing your money with confidence. You’ll learn the basics of budgeting so you can track income, control expenses, and build healthy financial habits, along with how high-yield savings accounts can help your money grow faster. The course explores the mindset differences between spenders and savers, helping you recognize your own tendencies and improve them. You’ll gain guidance on how to choose a trustworthy financial advisor and how to evaluate and pick investments that match your goals and risk tolerance. It also covers the main types of retirement accounts and how to use them effectively for long-term security. In addition, you’ll learn how to handle a credit card responsibly, understand what a credit score is, how it’s calculated, and how it impacts things like loans and interest rates. Finally, the course explains the power of compound interest and how starting early—even with small amounts—can make a significant difference over time.
Erik Hanson
Instructor
F26-9009
Instructors:
- Erik Hanson
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 12th 2026 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Monticello High School |