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By Constance Martin | June 3, 2017

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NOAH: First-Time Homebuyer Class – Session 1 of 2 @ NOAH

Oct 22 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

NOAH offers CHAPA-certified first-time homebuyer education classes as well as free individual counseling for everyone. There is a registration fee of $50 per person or $65 for two individuals registering together for the classes. Learn everything you need to know about how to purchase your new home wisely. Guest speakers include realtors, lenders, home inspectors, Boston Public Health Commission staff, and more. Please note: Refunds cannot be given to those canceling within seven business days of the class.

To obtain the certificate you must attended all the classes. You will receive at the end of the program a letter of completion. Certificates take 5 to 7 business days to be issued. In order to obtain your certificate you must provide NOAH the following documents (we do not need these documents prior to your taking the class): Loan Application, Loan Estimate, and Purchase and Sale agreement.

Categories: Home Buyer

Free Financial Coaching & Career Services Orientation @ Roxbury Center @ Roxbury Center for Financial Empowerment

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Oct 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

This 50-minute information session provides a description of the free financial/career coaching program offered at the Roxbury Center for Financial Empowerment for Boston residents, as well as job hunting and career services available. In addition, residents can sign up for the Financial Check-Up, a one-time, approximately 20-minute session, which involves a review of the individual’s credit report and easy-to-implement action items aimed at improving the individual’s credit score and financial well-being. Free credit building workshops are also offered as part of our partnership with Boston Builds Credit.

Attending this orientation is required if you are interested in becoming a Roxbury Center coaching client. Ask our Outreach Coordinator, Herb Bond, for more information at (617) 541-2670. We look forward to seeing you.

Categories: Financial Coaching

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Avoiding Scams & Predatory Practices Workshop @ Roxbury Center @ Roxbury Center for Financial Empowerment

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Oct 23 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Don’t be a victim! This workshop will cover and explain predatory services and non-traditional banking services that should be avoided, including but not limited to: Payday Loans, Check Cashing Services, Rent to Own, Pawnshops and title loan vendors. We’ll also tell you how to respond to people who try to sell services over the phone or claim they are calling from an organization such as the IRS. This will be taught by one of the Roxbury Center’s trained staff.

Categories: Financial Skills (general)

How to Check Your Credit Report @ Capital One Cafe Seaport @ Capital One Cafe Seaport

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Oct 23 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Your credit score is a key part of your financial health, and it’s important to understand what impacts it. In this course, we’ll explain the difference between a credit report and credit score, show you where you can find your credit report, and discuss the factors that affect your credit score. Space is limited, so make sure to register!

Categories: Credit Building

Building Your Savings @ Capital One Cafe Back Bay @ Capital One Cafe Back Bay

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Oct 23 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Costs add up fast, and building your savings can seem like a pipe dream. But small changes now can yield big benefits later. In this course, we’ll discuss the basics of savings and how to get started with meaningful progress toward a brighter financial future.

Categories: Financial Skills (general)

First Time Homebuyer Class 2 of 2 @ Urban Edge @ Urban Edge

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Oct 23 @ 5:15 pm – 9:30 pm

*This is a two-part course. You must attend both classes for a completion certificate.

When it comes to deciding who to work with when you are in the market for a new home, Urban Edge knows that you have lots of options. So why should you work with us, especially when we’re asking questions the other guys don’t?

We use the information you provide to create a home purchase package that is unique to you. Our team members understand that the process of purchasing a home can be stressful and confusing. When you work with us, you can rest assured that we will arm you with the resources and knowledge to make informed, unbiased decisions. It’s the “Urban Edge Way” to ensure you are prepared for the responsibilities of homeownership and are more resistant to default and foreclosure. At Urban Edge, it’s our goal to make sure that you’re purchasing a home that you can not only afford to buy, but afford to keep.

Questions? Contact Ginny Gilmartin at 617 989-9327 or send an email to vgilmartin@urbanedge.org.

Link to register: https://urbanedgeboston.force.com/urbanedgecft/

Categories: Home Buyer

How to save for the future @ IBA @ IBA Community Technology Center

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Oct 23 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Everyone has financial expenses and unexpected emergencies. Come learn about saving for your future!

Categories: Financial Skills (general)

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NOAH: First-Time Homebuyer Class – Session 2 of 2 @ NOAH

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Oct 24 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

Categories: Home Buyer

Free Financial Coaching & Career Services Orientation @ Roxbury Center @ Roxbury Center for Financial Empowerment

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Oct 24 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Categories: Financial Coaching

Credit Building Workshop @ Roxbury Center @ Roxbury Center for Financial Empowerment

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Oct 24 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Having a hard time understanding credit and how it affects you? Would you like to learn how to improve your credit score? This free workshop will discuss the basics of reading a credit report and explain the credit score and scoring models. As part of the Boston Builds Credit, we want you to understand (1) why credit is important, (2) that you don’t have to be rich to have good credit but you need to understand how the system works, and (3) there are free resources right in your neighborhood, such as the coaching here at the Roxbury Center to help you build your credit.

We look forward to seeing you. Bring a friend!

Categories: Credit Building

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