Mutual 1st Academy
The Mutual 1st Academy equips you with the critical knowledge and skills you need to make the financial decisions that are best for you.
We've partnered with EverFi® to provide you access to short tutorials about financial topics. From opening a checking account to planning for retirement, you can find the information you need!
Each topic in the Academy is composed of a playlist with interactive tutorials for related subjects. Check out the list!
Identity Protection
Take this quick tutorial to learn more about protecting yourself and what to look for!
Learn how Mutual 1st protects your information and other ways you can protect yourself!
Topics
Building Financial Capability
Learn how to manage your money and avoid financial dangers. Tutorials include: Identity Protection, Creating a Budget, Credit Scores and Reports, Debt Management, Health Financial Habits and Budgeting for Families.
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Investing in Your Future
Learn how to be more financially prepared in the years ahead. Tutorials include: Paying for College, Building Emergency Savings, Shopping for Insurance, Savings Accounts, 529 Plans and Certificates of Deposit.
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Financial Caregiving
Learn more about the responsibilities of caring for another person’s finances. Tutorials include: Preventing and reporting Elder Financial Abuse, Planning for a Financial Caregiver and Becoming a Financial Caregiver.
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Financial Foundations
Understand the basics of some key financial concepts. Tutorials include: Checking Accounts, Car Loans, Credit Cards, Preventing Overdraft Fees, Mobile and Online Banking and Benefits of a Credit Union.
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Preparing for Retirement
Learn how you should prepare for an eventual retirement. Tutorials include: Planning for retirement, 401(k) Plans, FIRE Lifestyle, When to Collect Social Security, Estate Planning and Wealth Transfer.
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Owning a Home
Explore the benefits and costs of buying and owning a home. Tutorials include: Considering Homeownership, Reverse Mortgages, Buying a Home, Mortgages, Mortgage Relief and Investment Property.