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Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity.

09/01/2026

Kids are priceless. Raising them? That comes with a price tag.

The cost of raising a child from birth to age 18 can top $300,000, with expenses often continuing beyond 18.

Volunteer Financial Instructor Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to break down some of the biggest costs parents face, including housing, food, and childcare, and why planning for those expenses matters.

Watch the conversation and share it with a parent who could use the reminder.



Disclosure: Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice. Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation on a volunteer basis.

08/27/2026

August is Make-A-Will Month, and even celebrities have estate-planning lessons to teach us.

Volunteer Financial Instructor Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to talk about what we can learn from the estate-planning mistakes of Aretha Franklin, Prince, Marlon Brando, Michael Jackson and Heath Ledger.

Some had no will. Some relied on verbal promises. Others had estate-planning documents that weren’t properly carried out.

The takeaway is simple: Everyone needs a will, regardless of how much money they have.

Use Make-A-Will Month as your reminder to review your estate plan and make sure it reflects your wishes.

Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice. Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation on a volunteer basis.

08/18/2026

Kids don’t learn about money by accident.

Parents can start simple: What is money? What does it cost to buy something? What’s a need versus a want? And what does it mean to spend money you worked to earn?

Volunteer Financial Instructor Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to share practical ways parents can start these conversations early and help kids build better money habits as they grow.

Watch the full conversation and share it with a parent who might find it helpful.

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Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice.
Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation on a volunteer basis.

08/04/2026

Volunteer Financial Instructor Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to explain why the challenge often comes down to income, spending, or both, and shares practical tips to help break the cycle.

Disclosure: Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a volunteer financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation.

07/29/2026

Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy.

Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to explain the key estate planning documents every adult should consider and why having a plan matters.

Disclosure: Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation on a volunteer basis.

07/21/2026

Student loan defaults are climbing.

Every financial obligation has the potential to affect your retirement income.

Has your plan accounted for the whole picture?

Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

07/21/2026

Financial independence isn't one-size-fits-all.

Volunteer Financial Instructor Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to discuss why defining your goals and staying focused on long-term progress matters.

Watch the interview.

Disclosure: Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation on a volunteer basis.

💜 Today is Social Media Giving Day, and we're proud to support the Alzheimer's Association's mission of advancing resear...
07/15/2026

💜 Today is Social Media Giving Day, and we're proud to support the Alzheimer's Association's mission of advancing research, care, and support for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

In 2026, proceeds from Retirement Education Course tuition will be donated to the Alzheimer's Association. Our Michigan team will also be participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's® on September 27 at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak.

We invite you to join us by making a donation or walking alongside our team. Together, every step and every contribution helps move us closer to a world without Alzheimer's.

Learn more: https://act.alz.org/goto/ref

Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity.

07/15/2026

Social Security isn't "running out," but there are important changes on the horizon.

There's a lot of misinformation surrounding Social Security. Financial Instructor Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to explain what the projected 2032 trust fund deadline actually means, why benefits aren't expected to disappear, and one of the biggest mistakes people make when deciding when to claim benefits.

Watch the interview to separate fact from fiction and learn why taxes can play a much bigger role in your claiming strategy than many people realize.

Learn more about our educational classes at https://refedu.org.

Disclosure: Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation on a volunteer basis.

07/08/2026

You can't build long-term wealth by leaving all of your money in a checking or savings account.

Saving money is essential, but for many Americans, investing can be an important part of working toward long-term financial goals. Knowing where to begin is often the hardest part.

Volunteer Financial Instructor Michael Masserant joined FOX 2 Detroit to share common investing mistakes, foundational concepts every new investor should understand, and practical tips for getting started.

What was the biggest lesson you learned when you first started investing? Let us know in the comments.

Retirement Education Foundation is a Fiscally Sponsored Program of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. This information is for educational purposes only and is not to be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Retirement Education Foundation does not offer financial services. Michael Masserant is a professional financial advisor in the private sector. He serves as a financial instructor for the Retirement Education Foundation on a volunteer basis.

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