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Learn the importance of saving, budgeting, credit, and financial independence in this 8 workshop series with Tulane Canal Neighborhood Development Corporation (TCNDC).
Refreshments will be served.
All 8 workshops must be completed to receive a $25 gas stipend. The participant with the highest average of the graded homework assignments in the classes gets $100.
Access to Google platform and a gmail account is required.
Participants are encouraged to bring laptops/Macbooks, iPads/tablets to class.
Week 1 - Introduction To Financial Management with Deneka Desroches, TCNDC
October 22
Learn the basic terms of financial management and explore free programs designed to help you manage your income and expenses.
Week 2 - Creating A Budget/Spending Plan with Deneka Desroches, TCNDC
October 29
This class will focus on money habits. Analyze your September income and expenses and create a budget/spending plan for November.
Week 3 - Creating A Savings Goal with Diana Holmes, Chase Bank
November 5
Create a S.M.A.R.T. financial goal and learn how to stick to it.
Week 4 - Credit 101 with Diana Holmes, Chase Bank
November 12
Learn the importance of credit and how it affects your everyday life.
Week 5 - The Cost of Credit with Renee Davis, Chase Bank
November 19
Learn how to calculate the cost of borrowing money. Calculate interest, finance charges, and monthly payments.
Week 6 - Home Buying 101 with Deneka Desroches, TCNDC + Reneé Davis, Chase Bank
December 3
Learn how to buy a home step-by-step working with a Realtor and a Mortgage Lender.
In Class Assignment: My Budget vs My Dream + Home Shopping For A Mortgage
Week 7 - Debt Management with Deneka Desroches, TCNDC
December 10
Learn debt management strategies, how to review credit reports for discrepancies, and ways to monitor your credit with Mint.com
In Class Assignment: Living Within My Means
Week 8 - Vision Board Presentations
December 17
Present your 5-year plan utilizing Canva to create a digital vision board.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Personal Finance | Computer/Technology | Community | Adult Literacy |
Mon, May 05 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
Tue, May 06 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
Wed, May 07 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
Thu, May 08 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
Fri, May 09 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sat, May 10 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sun, May 11 | Closed |
Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center is a partnership between the New Orleans Public Library and the Broadmoor Improvement Association, which serves the Broadmoor community by providing residents with a gathering space for free programs, meetings, and valuable educational resources.
Monday – Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday – Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday Closed
Monday – Thursday 10am – 7pm
Friday – Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday Closed