Taught by Gesher Human Service’s HUD-certified homebuyer education counselors, you learn about the entire home buying process, including credit education, how to qualify for a mortgage, mortgage terminology, proper home maintenance and how to avoid foreclosure. This class is also approved for the MSHDA Down Payment Assistance Program.

Cost:

$50 fee per household.

When:

October 3 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
October 24 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm
November 7 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
November 21 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm
December 12 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Register:

Email financialhelp@geshermi.org.

October 10 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Know Your Rights! Participants will learn about their rental rights, trends and basic laws for both tenants and landlords.

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October 12 from 12:00-1:00 pm

How to achieve financial capability including the knowledge of how to best manage your money, the willingness to put that knowledge into practice and the means to do so.

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October 20 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Learn how the big “F” word (FUN!) can enhance your career.

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October 21 from 1:00-1:30 pm

Participants will learn what about the different products that are available to increase their savings account, earn extra interest, assist with retirement and investing.

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October 26 from 12:00-1:00 pm

Participants will learn the latest trends on savings and will discuss the 90 days savings challenge.

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October 31 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Receive tips and recommendations in order to “Sealing the Deal” at your upcoming interview.

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November 7 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Expenses can double or even triple within the first year of having a child. We will discuss tips and tricks on how to save money with food, gas and other expenses and how to help manage it all.

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November 10 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

How Baby Boomers can bounce back to a more fulfilling work life.

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November 14 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Participants will learn about all of the Fair Housing Laws and how they can impact housing.

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November 18 from 1:00-1:30 pm

Students and graduates with outstanding student loans will learn about the government student loan forgiveness, payments and budgeting for student loans.

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November 21 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Learn helpful tips in overcoming fear before, during, and after an interview.

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November 23 from 12:00-1:00 pm

Participants will learn how to navigate through savings barriers and how to break through them.

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December 1 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

A review of several concepts that can enhance your enjoyment at work and performance.

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December 5 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

We are going back to the basics! Regardless of where your finances are, we will show you how to create a realistic functional budget.

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December 9 from 1:00-1:30 pm

Participants will learn ways to financially prepare for a delicious Holiday Feast and stay within their monthly budget.

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December 13 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Participants will learn about the importance of home inspections when purchasing a home.

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December 16 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

You are more than your resume. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of writing a clear and concise resume that recruiters will actually read!

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December 28 from 12:00-1:00 pm

Participants will learn about “The Savings Envelope Plan” and how to save $5,000. This is an interactive activity. Participants can join to learn or join with the following supplies: recipe box, markers, 100 envelopes and stickers (optional and just for fun).

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