Local Seattle Author Raising Funds for Financial Education Seattle, WA- Seattle businessman and author, Jeff Barnes, is raising money through an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign to fund free financial education workshops in the Seattle area. Over the past several years, Jeff Barnes and his team at Self Directed Company have been helping individuals understand new ways to invest for their future. From understanding the basic concepts of saving and investing to learning new ways to plan for retirement, Self Directed Company has been changing the conversation about money and investing. Jeff Barnes’ Best Selling Book, The Ultimate Guide to Self Directed Investing & Retirement Planning helps investors understand the ins and outs of planning for their future.
During the financial crisis in 2008, millions of individuals suffered incredible losses as a result of a poor financial education system. Unfortunately many are still suffering and aren’t sure how to move forward. The recent downturn in the stock market and oil prices have people on the verge of panic and searching for answers once again.
“The biggest challenge we face today is a lack of awareness about how investing and economics works, and a sense that someone else will take care of us,” stated Mr. Barnes at a recent event. “People need to understand they are in charge of their future, and if they won’t step up to the plate, no one else will for them.”
80% Not Prepared for Future During his research, Mr. Barnes found that nearly 80% of Americans age 35-55 won’t have enough money to retire without assistance from either the government or their families. Given the current economic state, it is not surprising that Americans are wary of their financial and retirement plans, and searching for answers. Mr. Barnes’ campaign to raise awareness comes on the heels of his Amazon Best Selling book, The Ultimate Guide to Self Directed Investing & Retirement Planning, released earlier this year. His book reached #1 in the Retirement Planning and Real Estate Investing categories, two areas that Mr. Barnes spends a significant time educating individuals.
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