Personalized Money Coaching Sessions

Types of Money Management Sessions
Personalized One-on-One Sessions	Around 30 minutes	Make an Appointment	Request an Appointment
Personalized Email Advising Sessions	Reply sent within 48 hours	Email Us Your Questions	Email Form
Mini Financial Boot Camp: Money 101	1 hour	Gain basic money management knowledge	Schedule
Financial Boot Camp: Dave Ramsey Program	On your own time	A comprehensive financial education program	Schedule

Types of One-on-One Sessions

There are 2 types of sessions:

Financial Education Sessions

For students wishing to gain financial information that will help them better manage their financial lives.

Problem-Solving Sessions

For students with specific financial issues that need help finding solutions.

SMMC Representatives

You have the choice to meet with either:

An Accredited Financial Counselor

A financial professional who has been certified by the Association for Financial Counseling, Planning, & Education

A Money Management Mentor

A current UNL student who has been trained in financial education and mentoring

Common Session Topics

• Spending Plans
• Financial Goals
• Organizing Finances
• Establishing Credit
• Saving Money
• Debt Repayment
• Investment Education
• Understanding Financial Aid
• Selecting Employee Benefits
• Major Purchases

Common Student Questions

• I can't control my spending. I have no plan for my money. I need help budgeting my money.
• My financial life is disorganized. I need to get my finances on track.
• I have questions about my financial aid and how I should wisely manage my financial aid.
• I have questions about credit - should I get a credit card and how do I choose a credit card.
• I want to know why credit scores are so important and how I can build a good credit score.
• I'm in debt. I need help figuring out how to manage and eliminate my debt.
• I need help figuring out how many hours I should work.
• I need help setting up a plan for how to save money to reach my goals.
• I need help figuring out if I can afford a study abroad trip.
• I want to learn more about investing and determine if I'm ready to start investing.
• I need help choosing my employer benefits - 401K, insurance, etc.

What SMMC representatives CAN'T Help With

SMMC representatives cannot do the following:

• Do financial tasks for you
• Make financial decisions for you
• Sell financial products or services during sessions
• Venture into money management education areas beyond the scope of the University of Nebraska Student Money Management Program

Personalized Advising Session Topics * Most sessions last between 30 mins. and 1 hour.
Note:	You can choose as many session topics as you wish. We can cover all the information you need in one session.
Creating Your Personal Financial Plan	Get your financial life on track by setting financial goals, creating a spending plan, and learning how to manage credit & debt	Request this Session	Session FAQ
Building Good Credit	Learn the keys to good credit management, including understanding your credit score	Request this Session	Session FAQ
Managing Debt & Getting Out of Debt	Learn how to successfully manage student loans, credit cards, and other types of debt, including creating a debt repayment plan	Request this Session	Session FAQ
Making Good Financial Decisions	Learn what factors to consider before you make major financial purchases, including mortgages, loans, personal loans, and insurance	Request this Session	Session FAQ
How to Pay for College	Learn how to get & manage student loans, including creating a debt repayment plan, and the importance of balancing work and school	Request this Session	Session FAQ
Building Wealth	Learn the basics of saving & investing, including investment options, and identify if you are ready to start investing	Request this Session	Session FAQ
Preparing for Life After College	Prepare for life after graduation ? Learn important money management information to help you jumpstart your financial success	Request this Session	Session FAQ
In-Depth Personal Help: Get Assistance Problem-Solving Specific Financial Problems	Let us know what specific financial challenges you are encountering and we will help you find solutions to overcome your challenges, including helping you create an action plan for success	Request this Session	Session FAQ