N.M. Financial Education Coalition

NEW MEXICO - Website: New Mexico Coalition for Financial Education

Young people today face a bewildering array of financial choices. Whether entering the work force directly out of high school, going into military service, or pursuing additional educational opportunities, the new graduate must make decisions that can affect his or her life for years to come.

The Focus on the Future program equips high school students with the tools they need to make appropriate decisions regarding saving, investing, and the prudent use of credit.

Focus on the Future is a special event presented by local community volunteers who work with students during regular school hours in the classroom. In the two-hour program, students get practical guidance on:

• Establishing a banking relationship
• Creating a monthly budget
• Obtaining basic insurance coverage
• Managing credit card debt
• Buying a home
• Saving and investing