CCU Hosts Free Seminar: 'Maximizing Your Social Security Check'
Waukegan, IL, January 20, 2015: The word "retirement" can be music to the ears of some, and a terrifying thought to others. Many times, the difference between the two simply depends on the preparations you've made to ensure your retirement finances are in order. With that in mind, Consumer Credit union (CCU; $610 Million, Waukegan, IL) in cooperation with Prudential Annuities of Northern Illinois is hosting a no-cost educational workshop, "Maximizing Your Social Security Check."
The workshop, headed by George LaVenture, (pictured right) Regional Vice President of Prudential Annuities in Northern Illinois will outline the steps necessary to help achieve the income level one needs in retirement. George is uniquely equipped to assist those looking to maximize their retirement portfolio, thanks to 20+ years of experience guiding financial professionals in creating retirement strategies needed to meet their long term financial objectives - regardless of market conditions.
"Planning for retirement is certainly a daunting task, especially if you're unsure where to start," said Sean M. Rathjen, CCU President. "Developing the right investment strategy is an essential first step to equipping yourself with the best tools to successfully navigate a path to retirement. This workshop will provide answers to questions about the best way to maximize your social security benefits while offering alternativses to help you make the best choices for your personal situation. It's a great opportunity to gather information to help you confidently prepare for your future."
"Maximizing Your Social Security Check" is a no-cost workshop open to both the public and credit union Members. The seminar is presented by Consumers Credit Union and Consumers Financial & Investment Services, in cooperation with Prudential Annuities of Northern Illinois and the Consumers Cooperative Association, the credit union's sponsor.
Attendees will learn practical and easy-to-understand answers to questions about …
• Individual Benefits, Spousal Benefits and Maximization Strategies for Social Security
• Determining your Full Retirement Age
• Taxation of Social Security Benefits
• Working in retirement
Here are the details . . .
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2015
Time: 5:30 pm registration: seminar starts at 6:00 pm
Location: Holiday Inn 6161 West Grand Avenue, Gurnee IL.
RSVP: Cedric Ivy (CedricI@myconsumers.org or 847.265.5541)
Seating is limited, so please contact Cedric Ivy today to RSVP and for additional information about "Maximizing Your Social Security Check." Consumers Credit Union is Member-owned with offices in Waukegan, Mundelein, Round Lake Beach, Gurnee, North Waukegan, Volo . . . and online at www.myconsumers.org.