Personal Finance
UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County provides information and tools that enable residents to achieve their financial goals through practical, evidence-based education.
Topics include:
- Cash Flow Management
- Building Credit
- Debt repayment strategies
- Saving and investing for future goals
- Retirement planning
- Federal income tax basics and how to prepare a simple tax return
Our educational outreach includes group webinars, self-paced online classes, and one-on-one financial education tailored to individual needs.
One-on-One Financial Education
Hillsborough County residents can receive free one-on-one financial education on basic personal finance topics.
Complete this short questionnaire and you will be contacted, usually within 48 hours.
Free Online Class: Financial Building Blocks
Class modules feature videos, case studies, infographics, and easy to use worksheets. Topics include goals, cash flow management, evaluating loans, and building a positive credit history.
Registration is ongoing and you can participate at your own pace. Click here to register.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning is an important aspect of your and your family's financial plans.
Hillsborough County Residents shared their advice and stories in our video series: Estate Planning is for Everyone
Download our Estate Planning Checklist to get started!
Resources:
CONTACT
Lisa Leslie Personal Finance (813) 744-5519 ext. 54143 lesliel@hcfl.gov
Address 5339 County Rd. 579 Seffner, FL 33584-3334
Hours Monday through Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
