For many people receiving a tax return in 2016, that refund is generally seen as a one-time refund. However, what if that money turned into a stable source of income for years to come? Visit the University of Michigan Detroit Center on Thursday, February 25 for the event, “How to Generate a Profit from your Tax Return.”

From 6-8 p.m., a panel of experts from the business, real estate, banking and financial sectors will elaborate on a variety of options, provides guidance while exploring opportunities that will assist individuals who are interested in investing their refunds as an income resource.

The panelists, each skilled in different aspects of the business world, will share information on how to build and protect an investment while providing insight on how to read the market, as well as identify what to watch for when choosing your investments.

To assist the Detroit Center in providing the best guest experience possible, please RSVP for this event.

Panel Discussion

Moderator - Tyler Shumway
Professor Tyler Shumway earned a Bachelor's in Economics from Brigham Young University and a PhD from University of Chicago. He currently teaches at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

Panelists:

Sherise Steele
Independent Financial Planner
Sherise Steele is an independent financial advisor with over 15 years of experience in her field. She is a registered securities representative and licensed insurance representative in the State of Michigan. She received her Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan.

Letitia Patterson
Real Estate Investor / Realtor
Letitia Patterson is a licensed Michigan real estate broker and real estate investment specialist. For the past 15 years she has served as a commercial mortgage loan officer, VP of Commercial lending, residential mortgage trainer and training manager. In 2006, she became a licensed realtor to assist her clients in finding investment properties and has sold hundreds of properties to investors from across the world.

Darlene Leaks
CRA Mortgage Loan Officer
Darlene Leaks has been in the Mortgage CRA Industry for over 20 years. She has worked with Bethel Housing as a MSHDA Certified Credit Counselor and partnered with many non-profit organizations as a mortgage expert. Leaks has worked as a processor, closer, FHA endorsed underwriter and Branch Manager.

Cherie Curry
Banking Professional
Cherie Curry is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth School of Law and is a Licensed Banker with Citizens Bank. Curry volunteers as an Alumni Student Recruiter at the University of Michigan.