Eglin hosts financial 'readiness' event Jan 14

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EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. --  As the nation's economy fluctuates like winter weather in Northwest Florida, Eglin is set to host a financial counseling event to give some guidance to help weather those current and future economic storms.

The Military Financial Readiness Challenge event, scheduled for Jan. 14 at the officers club will bring a full range of local, state and federal resources to assist military personnel and their families throughout the local area deal with the impacts of today's economy.

"This is the first time we've ever tried doing something like this," said Col. Bruce McClintock, 96th Air Base Wing commander. "But we know the pressures our people are under and we have the support systems in place to help them reduce that stress and get on the road to better financial health. Even in these tough economic times, we know we can help each other build wealth, not debt."

The events are designed to help military personnel and their families make direct contact with subject matter experts -- financial counselors and educators -- in such areas as budgets and spending plans, credit management, debt elimination, housing loans and foreclosures, savings and investments, financial, estate and retirement planning.

Registration begins the day of the event. The keynote speaker Jordan Goodman and others will provide motivational talks about guarding against identity theft and information regarding gaining a higher credit score. Hands-on workshops provide vital information on spending plans, controlling your finances, avoid drowning in debt, home buying strategies, protecting against foreclosure, and retirements. Certified personal financial counselors will be on site to answer questions and provide counseling services on-demand and by appointment.

Refreshments will be available throughout the day. Service members and their families are encouraged to pre-register for the Challenge Event online at http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/service/conference. The event is co-sponsored by the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy.

For more information, call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 850-882-9060