THE first in a series of free financial planning talks was held last night (Wednesday) at the Claremont Hotel in Douglas.
A spokesman said the talk was well-attended by individuals from all walks of life.
The initiative, organised by TLC Business Solutions and Thornton Associates and supported by the Department of Economic Development, began back in November when an inaugural session was held.
Back by popular demand the talk was led by managing director of TLC Sue Gee and managing director of Thornton Associates Sharon Sutton and followed the same format as the first, covering a range of topics and advice from budget management to wills.
Sue Gee said: "When we held the first free talk back in November the feedback was so positive that we recognised a need to hold the same event again.
"We also learned that people wanted to hear more about specific topics such as wills, money/debt management and pensions.
"With the support of the DED we have organised a series of talks over the next month to address these topics.
"These talks are intended to encourage individuals of normal financial means to engage in structured and effective planning of their own finances.
"This is a topic Sharon and I feel strongly about and believe it is something everyone should be thinking about."
Sharon Sutton, who will also be presenting at the free talk on pensions, added: "You only have one life, and you need to plan it.
"That means facing your fears and living the best life that you can without running out of money at any stage of it.
"These talks are so important to getting that point across and we really hope to see everyone at the next one."
The following free talks are planned for March and April from 5.15pm at The Claremont Hotel:
• March 16: Wills - Sally Bolton, Corlett Bolton & Co
• March 22: Money and debt management - Andrea Tabb, Office of Fair Trading
• April 6: Pensions - Sharon Sutton, Thornton Associates
To reserve a free place for any of the talks call Janet on 664789.
