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Income

Explore strategies for retirement income, managing risks, creating personal pensions, ensuring lifetime financial stability, and more.
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Medicare

Learn how to navigate the complex Medicare insurance process and understand the health care options available to you.
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Social Security

Learn when and how to claim Social Security to maximize your benefits and secure your retirement income.
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Wills & Trusts

Learn how to protect your assets, ensure your wishes are honored, and create a lasting legacy for your loved ones.
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Taxes

Learn strategies that can help you reduce or eliminate taxes in retirement.
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Why Attend Our Workshops?

We help people to and through retirement learn the keys to building a successful retirement blueprint, with the goal of making their income last as long as they do. Our presenters are dedicated to sharing their knowledge with those interested in learning ways to help better their future.  No matter your age, all aspects of retirement planning will be covered in the workshop.

We hold informational workshops for our community that feature information on specific topics, such as retirement income strategies, taxes, health care, and estate planning. Our workshops often include guest speakers, special activities, and take-home materials. We strive to keep you up-to-date on issues that matter to you, your family, and your financial well-being. We also offer one-on-one study sessions, podcasts, and telephone meetings to accommodate everyone. 

Meet Your Instructors

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Patrick Sandner

James Knetsch

John Fahey

John
Fahey

With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Patrick Sandner has built a career around helping people achieve a confident, secure retirement. Recognizing that retirement planning can be overwhelming—whether it’s managing income, understanding taxes, or securing your legacy—Patrick is dedicated to simplifying these complexities. His goal is to provide clear, actionable strategies that give individuals the confidence to take control of their financial futures.

This commitment led Patrick to found Florida Adult Education (FLAEDU), an initiative aimed at empowering individuals and families with the knowledge and tools necessary to create a well-organized financial plan. Through FLAEDU, Patrick offers educational courses at Keiser University, covering essential topics such as Retirement Income Strategies, Social SecurityMedicare, and Estate Planning. These workshops are tailored to provide pre-retirees and retirees with the resources they need to build a strong foundation for their financial future.

"I see retirement as just another of these reinventions, another chance to do new things and be a new version of myself"

~ Walt Mossberg

RETIREMENT

Income Workshop

Topics covered include:

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HEALTHCARE

Medicare Workshop

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OPTIMIZATION

Social Security

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ESTATE

Wills & Trusts Workshop

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RESERVE YOURS TODAY

MINIMIZATION

Taxes Workshop

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Retirement Resource Guides

RETIREMENT INCOME

Explore strategies to secure and optimize income during retirement.

Social Security
Decisions

Will Your Money Last As Long As You?

Retirement Income Planning Checklist

Interest &
Income

TAX & ESTATE PLANNING

Learn how to reduce your tax burden and maximize your legacy for heirs.

Are You Paying Too Much Taxes

Tax Buckets Create Choices

Understanding Required Minimum Distributions

Estate Planning
Guide

HEALTHCARE PLANNING

Access tools to help you prepare for Medicare decisions, long-term care, and rising healthcare expenses in retirement.

Understanding
Medicare
Know Your Options

5 Simple Steps to Choosing a Medicare Supplement Plan

Don’t Let Health Care Expense Derail Your Retirement

But What If
You Need
Long-Term Care

Frequently Asked Questions

IS THERE A TUITION OR COST?

No. Our workshops are offered and provided free of charge.

All of our workshops offered are live, interactive courses held at one of our local universities or community colleges and designed for adults in or near retirement.

No, our workshops are strictly educational. Specific topics such as 401(k)s, IRA, brokerage accounts, income, taxes, health care, estate planning, etc. will be covered, but sales pitches of specific financial products will not be given.

At this time, the workshops are not recorded for future use or viewing.

Yes, registration is required to ensure we have enough materials and seating for all attendees.

Absolutely! Feel free to bring a guest who is also near or in retirement and who could benefit from learning about financial strategies.

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Download Tax Buckets Create Choices!

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Download "Understanding Required Minimum Distributions (RMD's)"

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Download Estate Planning Guide!

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Download "Understanding Medicare!"

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Download "5 Simple Steps to Choosing a Medicare Supplement Plan!"

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Download "Don’t Let Health Care Expenses Derail Your Retirement!"

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Download Long-Term Care Guide!

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Income Workshop Registration form

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Seats are limited. We will contact you at your preferred method of contact to confirm your registration. If we contact you 2X and are unable to confirm your registration, you will not be considered registered for the workshop.

By submitting your personal information, you consent to be contacted by Florida Adult Education staff and financial professionals regarding our workshops, and your financial strategy for retirement.

Medicare Workshop Registration form

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Seats are limited. We will contact you at your preferred method of contact to confirm your registration. If we contact you 2X and are unable to confirm your registration, you will not be considered registered for the workshop.

By submitting your personal information, you consent to be contacted by Florida Adult Education staff and financial professionals regarding our workshops, and your financial strategy for retirement.

Social Security Registration form

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Seats are limited. We will contact you at your preferred method of contact to confirm your registration. If we contact you 2X and are unable to confirm your registration, you will not be considered registered for the workshop.

By submitting your personal information, you consent to be contacted by Florida Adult Education staff and financial professionals regarding our workshops, and your financial strategy for retirement.

Wills & Trusts Registration form

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Seats are limited. We will contact you at your preferred method of contact to confirm your registration. If we contact you 2X and are unable to confirm your registration, you will not be considered registered for the workshop.

By submitting your personal information, you consent to be contacted by Florida Adult Education staff and financial professionals regarding our workshops, and your financial strategy for retirement.