Retirement Planning
Retirement Planning
Securing Your Financial Future
Retirement planning involves more than just saving money. Understanding federal retirement benefits, asset withdrawal strategies, and - if needed - how to fill the gap between what you need and earn. This month, join the MIDFLORIDA team as we explore topics to consider when planning for your retirement years.
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A weekly series that explores concepts related to October's theme.
Maximizing Social Security Benefits
Starts Oct 19, 2026
Managing Risk in Retirement
Starts Oct 26, 2026Saving and Investing
Why and how to invest, including how to save money now.
The pros and cons of stocks, bonds, and cash. The concept of asset allocation is explained.
The types of accounts available to investors, including both taxable and tax advantaged accounts.
Why save for retirement and the impact of fees on investment performance.
An overview of the major retirement accounts, include Individual Retirement Accounts, Simplified Employee Pensions, and 401(k) plans.
How to develop a comprehensive retirement savings strategy.
A few simple things to keep in mind when starting a retirement savings plan.
Understanding your retirement income needs and exploring strategies for meeting them.
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September 2026
Paying for College
The basics of financial aid, including the types of aid, applying for aid, borrower responsibilities, and repayment strategies.
Whether you're considering higher education for yourself or starting to plan for the education of your kids, understanding the financial aid process is the first step to meeting your education goals.
Considerations when planning to pay for school, including school choice, employment options, accounting strategies, and the importance of borrowing wisely.
Some aid is based on financial need and some is not. What exactly is "financial need?"
The aid application process, including descriptions of the FAFSA and Profile forms.
A description of the main types of student loans, including government loans, consolidation loans, and private loans.
A look at common repayment plans, including how different plans affect your monthly payment and overall cost.
Understanding your financial aid dependency status, including a discussion of what to do if the parents of dependent students refuse to help them pay for college.
Making smart choices about student loans, including a description of the impact of loan capitalization.
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Since our founding in 1954, MIDFLORIDA has grown to serve members throughout the state of Florida, with branches coast-to-coast from Gainesville to Naples. Our products and services rival any local bank, while maintaining the credit union philosophy of excellent personal attention.