The following article is written by LSU AgCenter Financial Resource Management Agent, Diane Uzzle. The Bienville Parish Extension Office offers free financial resource training for churches and ministries in our area.
Saving And Investing for Life (S.A.I.L.)
We Care Ministries S.A.I.L.s Into Basic Principles of Investing
Learning to be good stewards of finances is a priority for church leaders and members of We Care Ministries in Ringgold. The congregation has been taking part in a series of lessons, Saving And Investing for Life, S.A.I.L., taught by LSU AgCenter Financial Resource Management Agent, Diane Uzzle.
October 3rd lessons included:
- Tax Implications
- Balancing pre-retirement and post-retirement investments
- Managing risks
- Asset allocation and diversification
- Changing investments over time
- Managing costs
- Active vs. passive investing
Join us on November 7 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. for more exciting information and activities, including these topics:
- Qualifications, preparation and certification of financial professionals
- Selecting the best financial professional for your needs
- Protecting yourself against investment fraud
If you make wise choices about your investment team and your investments, you can feel confident about keeping your money safe. Remember that taking an active role in investments takes time and know-how, but even if you plan to leave investment decision to a professional, it’s still important to make sure you have researched the history and experience of the professional you select.
Contact Diane Uzzle, 318-263-7400 or 318-355-6523 to schedule financial resource management classes for your church or organization.
Membership and participation in activities are open to all citizens without regard to race, colors or national origin, gender, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. If you have a disability which requires special assistance for your participation in a meeting, please contact the Bienville Parish Extension Office at (318) 263-7400 three days prior to the meeting.
Submitted by Diane Uzzle
October 11, 2010
