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FPALI's Free Virtual Financial COVID-19 Workshop on June 16

Financial Planning Association of LI will host a free virtual "Financial Repercussions of COVID-19" workshop for all Long Islanders June 16.

June 8, 2020; Glen Cove, NY - The Financial Planning Association (FPA) of Long Island is offering a free virtual workshop titled, “Financial Repercussions of COVID-19,” for all Long Islanders, providing them a helping hand and sharing with them their professional financial services and expertise on Tuesday, June 16 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The program will be conducted via Zoom with registration available through the Glen Cove Public Library website, www.glencovelibrary.org, or by calling the Library at (516) 676-2130. The zoom meeting code link will be provided upon registering when calling the Library or signing up through its website.

Those in attendance will learn about the availability of government assistance by way of stimulus payments, expanded unemployment, debt easement and gaining access to retirement funds such as IRAs and 401Ks.

The presentation will be led by Daniel G. Mazzola, an Investment Advisory Representative with American Portfolios Advisors Inc. based in Massapequa, NY. A graduate of Villanova University, he is a Chartered Financial Analyst, Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner as well as the appointed Chairman of the Pro Bono Committee of the Financial Planning Association of Long Island. Mr. Mazzola will address eligibility to gain access to funds and the best ways to secure relief, including steps to take now for protecting oneself financially in the event of future crises. He will also share professional tips to preserve long-term financial health decisions.

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The FPA of Long Island’s “Financial Repercussions of COVID-19” program was created to target individuals and families striving to build assets and improve their lives but may not be able to afford to engage with a Financial Planner on their own. The program also welcomes any individual looking to expand their current knowledge on financial planning strategies.

Founded in 1973, the Financial Planning Association has 86 chapters nationally, including its Long Island chapter, headquartered at 140 Fell Court, Suite 107, Hauppauge, NY. The Association is the principal professional organization for Certified Financial Planners (CFP®), professionals, educators, and financial services providers. FPA of Long Island is a 501(c)(6) that provides its membership with education and training; standing behind the high standards of professional competence and ethical conduct. FPA of Long Island organizes monthly events and workshops to offer continuing education credits while also keeping members informed of legislative issues, new tax laws and compliance. In addition, the FPA of Long Island hosts its flagship event, the Annual Symposium and Exhibition, offering financial professionals up to eight continuing education credits. For more information, please contact (516) 524-2004 or visit www.fpali.org.

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