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CT Money School (CMS) classes are for Connecticut adults who want to learn more about managing their money and their assets.  We offer a wide range of classes targeted at people who are interested in opening a bank account, clearing up debt, saving for a home, or planning for their future or their children’s future.

You must complete our free registration on the site in order to be able to sign-up for one of our classes.

Upcoming events

  • Financial Literacy: A Four Part Series

    • 02 Feb 2012
    • 5:30 PM
    • 23 Feb 2012
    • 8:00 PM
    • Co-opportunity, Inc. 20-28 Sargeant Street, Hartford, CT 06105
    • 12
    Register
    Part 4 of 4 in a series of weekly classes that will cover the following topics:
    • Banking & Borrowing
    • Creating & Maintaining a Realistic Budget
    • Building Good Credit
    • How to create an action plan for your future
    • An in depth look at your credit, income, and assets admittancerespectfully
    Attendance at all four classes is required and the doors close promptly at 5:45pm. We respectfully request that you please plan accordingly.

     

    *Please note - We are unable to accommodate children in these workshops.

     

     

     

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  • Budgeting Basics

    • 07 Feb 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • NEON,, Inc., 165 Flax Hill Rd., 3rd Fl., Norwalk, CT 06854
    • 14
    Register
    Participants in this workshop will begin to formulate goals, prioritize spending and develop realistic ways to manage income and expenses.  The instructor offers ideas on simple methods to track spending and maintain better personal records.  Participants will learn what spending habits they can improve, define needs vs. wants, develop a savings regimen and take home a budget and action plan.

    Instructor:  Sheryle McMillan, Money Management Intl.


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  • 3 Hours - Connecticut Housing Finance Authority Workshop for First-time Homebuyers

    • 07 Feb 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Co-opportunity, 20-28 Sargeant Street, Hartford, CT 06105
    Register
    This workshop is ONLY for those who have applied for a CHFA mortgage. 

    This three hour course reviews what happens once you have applied for the mortgage, the ins and outs of working with CHFA, a review of the closing process, budgeting process and a look at maintaining your new home.


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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 09 Feb 2012
    • 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • CTE, Inc. 34 Woodland Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
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  • First-Time Homebuyer Workshop (8 hour)

    • 11 Feb 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Co-opportunity, 20 - 28 Sergeant Street Hartford, CT 06105
    Register
    Instructors in this workshop will review the pros and cons of homeownership and provide an overview of the homebuying process.  Participants learn about the key players in the process and the true costs of a mortgage payment.  The workshop begins with a 10 question assessment to determine the participant’s knowledge of homeownership.  This course is open to all.

    The course covers the following topics:
    • Shopping for a Home
    • Getting a Loan
    • Keeping Your Home and Managing Your Finances

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  • Coping with the Challenge and Change of Relocation and Downsizing

    • 14 Feb 2012
    • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Norwalk Senior Center, 11 Allen Road, Norwalk, CT 06851
    Register
    This seminar will provide participants with strategies for handling the emotions associated with moving out of a home, as well as other life transitions. It is important to be aware of the resources that can provide options and choices that best position an individual or a family to protect against crisis. Insights gained from past experiences combined with stress reduction tools such as support networks, structure, conflict management, assertiveness, reframing, and humor will help those making a move to maintain a sense of control.
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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 15 Feb 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • FSW, Inc. 475 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
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  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 16 Feb 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • City Hall, 125 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys or law students
    Room location is the Community Room on the 1st floor.

    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and Homes Saved by Faith along with Mayor Richard Moccia.


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  • Budgeting Basics

    • 21 Feb 2012
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • NEON,, Inc., 165 Flax Hill Rd., 3rd Fl., Norwalk, CT 06854
    • 15
    Register
    Participants in this workshop will begin to formulate goals, prioritize spending and develop realistic ways to manage income and expenses.  The instructor offers ideas on simple methods to track spending and maintain better personal records.  Participants will learn what spending habits they can improve, define needs vs. wants, develop a savings regimen and take home a budget and action plan.

    Instructor:  Sheryle McMillan, Money Management Intl.


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  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 21 Feb 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • University High School of Science & Engineering, 351 Mark Twain Drive, Hartford
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys, paralegals and paralegal students from the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program
    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program


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  • Su crédito, su futuro

    • 21 Feb 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Centro San Jose Catholic Charities, 290 Grand Ave., New Haven, CT
    Register
    Aprende cómo crédito puede trabajar para ti. "El crédito es la habilidad de prestar dinero de mañana para pagar por algo hoy." En esta clase, aprenderás cómo entender su puntuación de crédito y mantener un buen historial de crédito.
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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 22 Feb 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • NEON/Norwalk Works, 165 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
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  • First Time Homebuyer 8 Hour Pre-Purchase Workshop

    • 25 Feb 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust, 240 Fairfield Avenue, 3rd Floor, Bridgeport, CT
    • 8
    Register
    This class is geared toward people who are interested in purchasing their first home.  If the course is completed you will receive a pre-purchase certificate, which may help you find a lower interest rate loan. Instructors will cover the following topics:

    • Advantages & Disadvantages of Homeownership
    • How to establish and maintain a spending plan
    • How to maintain a good credit score
    • How to shop for a home, negotiate the purchase contract, home inspections, and appraisals
    • Overview of a mortgage application, the approval, and closing process
    • Type of home insurance
    • How to protect your home once you make the purchase
    • Foreclosure prevention and avoiding predatory lenders
    Complimentary breakfast and lunch are provided.
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  • Basic Banking Orientation - Spanish Speakers Welcome

    • 29 Feb 2012
    • 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Junta for Progressive Action, 169 Grand Ave, New Haven, CT 06513
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account

    La orientación repasará el siguiente:

    • la ventaja del tener una cuenta bancaria
    • que puede hacer por usted al abrí una cuenta bancaria
    • cómo abrir una cuenta bancaria
    • cómo utilizar su cuenta bancaria
    • sus derechos como consumidor y cómo resolver problemas
    • cómo evitar honorarios de las actividades bancarias y hacer lo mejor de su cuenta
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  • Entendiendo dinero y crédito

    • 07 Mar 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust. 240 Fairfield Avenue, 3rd Floor. Bridgeport, CT 06604
    Register
    Esta clase enseña habilidades y técnicas útiles para planear sus finanzas, y como resulto, se pondrá más confidente sobre su capacidad a vivir de acuerdo con sus posibilidades y cómo manejar emergencias, reducir deuda, y ahorrar para el futuro. Incluye el cuaderno de actividades.



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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 08 Mar 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • CTE, Inc. 34 Woodland Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
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  • Using Credit Wisely

    • 13 Mar 2012
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • NEON, Inc., 165 Flax Hill Rd., 3rd Fl., Norwalk, CT 06854
    • 15
    Register

    One of the essential tools that can help you reach your financial goals is credit management.  When credit is used wisely it can be a part of your plan to reach your major long term goals. Also, the class will talk about predatory lending and how it can hurt your credit.


    Presenter:  Sheryle McMillan, Money Management Intl.



      

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  • Pay Yourself First

    • 20 Mar 2012
    • 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
    • FSW, INC CT 475 CLINTON AVENUE, BRIDGEPORT CT
    Register
    A two (2) Part Financial Education Workshop.

    Pay Yourself First

                                                 

    Why you should SAVE, SAVE and SAVE?      

    A free two (2) part financial education class.

    • Learn what Bank on Connecticut can do for you        
    • Get connected to Bank on Connecticut                    
    • You will get the information you need to open a basic  saving or checking account                                 
    • Ever bounce a check? You might be on chex System.  
    • Get the information you need to pull your chex system report and read it. 
    This workshop will give you an overview of the Bank on Connecticut service at FSW, Inc. You will learn about the Basic Banking Orientation and get connected to an        upcoming orientation. At the Basic Banking Orientation, you will learn to open and effectively use an account to   save, pay bills and manage money. Bank on Connecticut participants will have the opportunity to meet with   representatives from the banks and open a safe account.                                                                  

    Part I: Pay Yourself First                                

    Part II: Basic Banking Orientation              

    Spaces are limited MUST register for both classes early 

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  • Using Credit Wisely

    • 20 Mar 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • NEON, Inc., 165 Flax Hill Rd., 3rd Fl., Norwalk, CT 06854
    • 15
    Register

    One of the essential tools that can help you reach your financial goals is credit management.  When credit is used wisely it can be a part of your plan to reach your major long term goals. Also, the class will talk about predatory lending and how it can hurt your credit.


    Presenter:  Sheryle McMillan, Money Management Intl.



      

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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 21 Mar 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • FSW, Inc. 475 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
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  • Stretching Your Dollar$

    • 21 Mar 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • United Way of West Central CT, 200 Main Street, Bristol, CT
    • 25
    Register
    This class will discuss the following:
    -  setting goals and priorities to help you toward your financial destination
    -  Managing income and expenses with a spending plan
    -  Using credit wisely

    Questions, please call the United Way offices
     at (860) 582-9559
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  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 21 Mar 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • City Hall Annex, 999 Broad St, Bridgeport, CT
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys or law students
    Room location is the OPED Conference Room on the 2nd floor.

    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and Homes Saved by Faith along with Mayor Bill Finch.


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  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 27 Mar 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • University High School of Science & Engineering, 351 Mark Twain Drive, Hartford
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys, paralegals and paralegal students from the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program
    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program


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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 28 Mar 2012
    • 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    • NEON/Norwalk Works, 165 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
    Show details

  • Basic Banking Orientation - Spanish Speakers Welcome

    • 28 Mar 2012
    • 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Junta for Progressive Action, 169 Grand Ave, New Haven, CT 06513
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account

    La orientación repasará el siguiente:

    • la ventaja del tener una cuenta bancaria
    • que puede hacer por usted al abrí una cuenta bancaria
    • cómo abrir una cuenta bancaria
    • cómo utilizar su cuenta bancaria
    • sus derechos como consumidor y cómo resolver problemas
    • cómo evitar honorarios de las actividades bancarias y hacer lo mejor de su cuenta
    Show details

  • First Time Homebuyer 8 Hour Pre-Purchase Workshop

    • 31 Mar 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust, 240 Fairfield Avenue, 3rd Floor, Bridgeport, CT
    • 10
    Register
    This class is geared toward people who are interested in purchasing their first home.  If the course is completed you will receive a pre-purchase certificate, which may help you find a lower interest rate loan. Instructors will cover the following topics:

    • Advantages & Disadvantages of Homeownership
    • How to establish and maintain a spending plan
    • How to maintain a good credit score
    • How to shop for a home, negotiate the purchase contract, home inspections, and appraisals
    • Overview of a mortgage application, the approval, and closing process
    • Type of home insurance
    • How to protect your home once you make the purchase
    • Foreclosure prevention and avoiding predatory lenders
    Complimentary breakfast and lunch are provided.
    Show details

  • Financial Literacy: A Four Part Series

    • 05 Apr 2012
    • 5:30 PM
    • 26 Apr 2012
    • 8:00 PM
    • Co-opportunity, Inc. 20-28 Sargeant Street, Hartford, CT 06105
    • 26
    Register
    Part 4 of 4 in a series of weekly classes that will cover the following topics:
    • Banking & Borrowing
    • Creating & Maintaining a Realistic Budget
    • Building Good Credit
    • How to create an action plan for your future
    • An in depth look at your credit, income, and assets admittancerespectfully
    Attendance at all four classes is required and the doors close promptly at 5:45pm. We respectfully request that you please plan accordingly.

     

    *Please note - We are unable to accommodate children in these workshops.

     

     

     

    Show details

  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 12 Apr 2012
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • CTE, Inc. 34 Woodland Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
    Show details

  • Pay Yourself First

    • 17 Apr 2012
    • 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
    • FSW, INC CT 475 CLINTON AVENUE, BRIDGEPORT CT
    Register
    A two (2) Part Financial Education Workshop.

    Pay Yourself First

                                                 

    Why you should SAVE, SAVE and SAVE?      

    A free two (2) part financial education class.

    • Learn what Bank on Connecticut can do for you        
    • Get connected to Bank on Connecticut                    
    • You will get the information you need to open a basic  saving or checking account                                 
    • Ever bounce a check? You might be on chex System.  
    • Get the information you need to pull your chex system report and read it. 
    This workshop will give you an overview of the Bank on Connecticut service at FSW, Inc. You will learn about the Basic Banking Orientation and get connected to an        upcoming orientation. At the Basic Banking Orientation, you will learn to open and effectively use an account to   save, pay bills and manage money. Bank on Connecticut participants will have the opportunity to meet with   representatives from the banks and open a safe account.                                                                  

    Part I: Pay Yourself First                                

    Part II: Basic Banking Orientation              

    Spaces are limited MUST register for both classes early 

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  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 17 Apr 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • University High School of Science & Engineering, 351 Mark Twain Drive, Hartford
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys, paralegals and paralegal students from the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program
    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program


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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 18 Apr 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • FSW, Inc. 475 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
    Show details

  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 18 Apr 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Government Center, 888 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys or law students
    Room location is the Cafeteria on the 4th floor.

    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and Homes Saved by Faith along with Mayor Michael Pavia


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  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 25 Apr 2012
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • NEON/Norwalk Works, 165 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
    • 20
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
    Show details

  • First Time Homebuyer 8 Hour Pre-Purchase Workshop

    • 28 Apr 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust, 240 Fairfield Avenue, 3rd Floor, Bridgeport, CT
    • 10
    Register
    This class is geared toward people who are interested in purchasing their first home.  If the course is completed you will receive a pre-purchase certificate, which may help you find a lower interest rate loan. Instructors will cover the following topics:

    • Advantages & Disadvantages of Homeownership
    • How to establish and maintain a spending plan
    • How to maintain a good credit score
    • How to shop for a home, negotiate the purchase contract, home inspections, and appraisals
    • Overview of a mortgage application, the approval, and closing process
    • Type of home insurance
    • How to protect your home once you make the purchase
    • Foreclosure prevention and avoiding predatory lenders
    Complimentary breakfast and lunch are provided.
    Show details

  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 10 May 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • CTE, Inc. 34 Woodland Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
    Show details

  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 15 May 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • University High School of Science & Engineering, 351 Mark Twain Drive, Hartford
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys, paralegals and paralegal students from the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program
    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and the University of Hartford Paralegal Studies Program


    Show details

  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 16 May 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • FSW, Inc. 475 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
    Show details

  • Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

    • 16 May 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • City Hall, 125 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT
    Register
    This clinic is open to any homeowner facing foreclosure.

    What is offered:
    • information about the judicial foreclosure and mediation process
    • guidance on how to prepare and what documents to bring to court
    • referrals to housing counseling agencies
    • opportunity to meet one-on-one with volunteer attorneys or law students
    Room location is the Community Room on the 1st floor.

    This is made possible through a collaboration between the CT Fair Housing Center and Homes Saved by Faith along with Mayor Richard Moccia.


    Show details

  • Basic Banking Orientation

    • 23 May 2012
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • NEON/Norwalk Works, 165 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
    • 20
    Register
    This class is for those who register as a Bank On Connecticut Member, and would like to open a no- or low-cost bank account.  Visit www.bankonct.org to register.

    The goal of the Basic Banking Orientation is to provide you with the tools to better communicate with banking employees and manage a bank account. The orientation will review the following:

    • The benefit of having a bank account
    • What joining a bank can do for you
    • How to open a bank account
    • How to use your bank account
    • Your consumer rights and how to resolve problems
    • How to avoid banking fees and make the most out of an account
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  • First Time Homebuyer 8 Hour Pre-Purchase Workshop

    • 26 May 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust, 240 Fairfield Avenue, 3rd Floor, Bridgeport, CT
    • 10
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    This class is geared toward people who are interested in purchasing their first home.  If the course is completed you will receive a pre-purchase certificate, which may help you find a lower interest rate loan. Instructors will cover the following topics:

    • Advantages & Disadvantages of Homeownership
    • How to establish and maintain a spending plan
    • How to maintain a good credit score
    • How to shop for a home, negotiate the purchase contract, home inspections, and appraisals
    • Overview of a mortgage application, the approval, and closing process
    • Type of home insurance
    • How to protect your home once you make the purchase
    • Foreclosure prevention and avoiding predatory lenders
    Complimentary breakfast and lunch are provided.
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  • Entendiendo dinero y crédito

    • 06 Jun 2012
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust. 240 Fairfield Avenue, 3rd Floor. Bridgeport, CT 06604
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    Esta clase enseña habilidades y técnicas útiles para planear sus finanzas, y como resulto, se pondrá más confidente sobre su capacidad a vivir de acuerdo con sus posibilidades y cómo manejar emergencias, reducir deuda, y ahorrar para el futuro. Incluye el cuaderno de actividades.



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