How The F*#?

All the stuff you're (somehow) just supposed to know.

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How the F*#?

All the stuff you’re (somehow) just supposed to know.

Do you ever feel like, somewhere along the way, you missed a class on basic life skills? Like everyone else seems to know a secret you were never told? Don’t worry, it’s not just you! Vail Valley Works is pleased to introduce “How The F*#?” – a life skills series designed to teach you all the stuff you’re (somehow) just supposed to know.

We’ll cover the basics in plain language, with real examples that actually apply to living in the mountains. Whether you’re a long-time local or new to the community, these classes are practical, beginner-friendly, and judgment-free. If you’re tired of asking AI to sort out your life, join us to learn the skills you actually need, answer the questions you’ve been afraid to ask, and leave feeling more prepared for life in general.

Sessions are low (or no) cost and à la carte – pick and choose what you need!

How The F*#?…

…do I manage my money?

…do I budget for the future?

…do I buy a house?

…do I understand my health insurance?

…do I network (when I hate networking)?

Schedule & Registration

Sessions are low (or no) cost and à la carte – pick and choose what you need!

How the F*#?…

…do I manage my money?

    • Key Topics: Basic finance terms, introduction to budgeting & goal-setting, managing debt, understanding credit, and the importance of savings & emergency funds.
    • Facilitator: Andrew Resnik, CFP
    • Date: Fall 2026 Dates Coming Soon!

…do I budget for the future?

    • Key Topics: Basic investing terms, how your money grows, maximizing returns on small investments, retirement accounts, the importance of diversification, and understanding long-term market trends.
    • Facilitator: Andrew Resnik, CFP
    • Date: Fall 2026 Dates Coming Soon!

…do I buy a house?

    • Key Topics: The home-buying journey, budgeting for a mortgage, lending and down payment assistance, understanding HOAs, and navigating deed-restricted property requirements.
    • Facilitators:
      • Jesus Camunez & Vesna Leon – Housing Eagle County & The Valley Home Store
    • Date: Fall 2026 Dates Coming Soon!

…do I understand my health insurance?

    • Key Topics: Insurance terminology, types of plans, how to shop for insurance, understanding your bills, questions to ask, spotting red flags, and navigating the ever-changing healthcare environment. We will cover health, dental, and vision insurance.
    • Facilitators:
      • Bethe Wright, The Wright Insurance Company
      • Maddy Moses, Elevated Dental
    • Date: Fall 2026 Dates Coming Soon!

…do I network (when I hate networking)?

    • Key Topics: Reframing networking, understanding your networking style, setting low-pressure goals, the importance of listening, handling social anxiety, and tips, tools & scripts to make networking less awkward. And of course, we’ll practice!
    • Facilitator: TBD
    • Date: Fall 2026 Dates Coming Soon!