Creech AFB prepares for Military Saves Week

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  • By Tech. Sgt. Nadine Y. Barclay
  • 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nevada --  Having trouble maintaining the quality of life you deserve? Does saving money, building a retirement nest egg and having a plan for building wealth sound like something you're interested in? Well good news, Military Saves Week is Feb. 22 to Feb. 26 to help you reach all your financial goals.

The Creech Airman and Family Readiness Center will offer a number of financial seminars in recognition of Military Saves Week.  The main purpose of Military Saves Week is to provide in-depth financial education to military members, civilians and family members on base and around the world.

Investing 101 teaches Airmen the fundamentals of investing, the stock market, dollar cost averaging, types of investments and asset allocation.

Planning Your Financial Success empowers Airmen to gain control of their financial affairs, develop financial goals, and establish a written plan to put you on the road to wealth.

Understanding TSP teaches the basics of investing in Thrift Savings Plan and see how the program can help Airmen reach their long-term financial goals.

Matri-Money: Money & Marriage teaches Airmen and their spouses to recognize emotional triggers with finances and learn goal setting tips.

Classes Available:

Investing 101, presented by One Nevada Credit Union, Mon, Feb 22, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Understanding TSP - Mon, Feb 22 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Understanding TSP - Wed, Feb 24 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Planning for Your Financial Success - Tues, Feb 23 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Planning for Your Financial Success - Thurs, Feb 25, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Matri-Money - Wed, Feb 24, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please contact Airman and Family Readiness Center at 702-404-0864 for location.
Matri-Money - Thurs, Feb 25, 1100-1200

Drive Away Smart Car Buying - Thurs, Feb 25 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Free FICO Credit Score & Report - Fri, Feb 26 from 7:30 a.m. to12 p.m.  Please call for appointment.

Registration is requested and classes are open to all active duty, guard, reserve, civilian, contractors, retirees, and families.

Airmen are encouraged to REBOOT their resolutions and jumpstart their finances by taking the Saver's Pledge at:  www.militarysaves.org. 

For more information, call Airman and Family Readiness Center at 702-404-0864.