FEC offers free professional financial counseling to Pittsburgh residents
The times we find ourselves in have many of us feeling uncertain about our financial situation, especially when it comes to our retirement savings. That is why the free service being offered by the Pittsburgh Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) is more important than ever.
The FEC provides free, one-on-one professional financial counseling to anyone, whether they are struggling with debt or looking for practical advice around budgeting and saving.
Again, there is no charge for this service and there are no income restrictions. It is open to any Pittsburgh area resident who is looking to take control of their debt, deal with debt collectors, improve their credit, create a budget, increase savings, connect to safe and affordable banking products and more.
“We are getting the word out at this time and trying to get more people to participate because this valuable service is here and available,” comments FEC Program Manager Becky Johnson. “There are more people in an uncertain financial situation like never before, due to COVID-19 and other factors, and we can help.”
Because FEC is committed to physical health, not just financial health, all counseling sessions are being held virtually by phone or video for the time being. All four financial counselors are accredited through the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund.
The FEC is operated through the City of Pittsburgh, in partnership with Neighborhood Allies and Advantage Credit Counseling Service.
To schedule a free counseling session, call (800) 298-0237 or email fecinfo@advantageccs.org.