Training & Workshops
BankWork$ Financial Careers Training Begins
This is an 8 week training for low-income persons wishing to launch a career in the financial sector. The program is focused on developing customer service and sales skills, as well as knowledge of banking regulations, financial products and services, cash handling, mock interviewing and other related skills in order that the graduate is prepared […]
Tech Tuesday: Career Resources
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesDid you know that we have resources to help you with your resume and job search? Come to this hands-on workshop to learn how to use free online resources to make your resume stand out and explore resources that can help you with your job search. Make sure to bring any information you would like […]
Post-Purchase Workshop – IREFI
1152 N. Christiana Avenue 1152 N. Christiana Avenue, ChicagoThese workshops, with specialized topics each month, will assist recent first-time homebuyers with the transition process from renter to home owner. There is so much involved with being a home […]
Financial Empowerment – Session 2: Credit Score Components & Methods to Improve/Restore Credit
1152 N. Christiana Avenue 1152 N. Christiana Avenue, ChicagoIn this installment of LUCHA’s Financial Empowerment series participants will learn about why credit is important, the major players in the credit industry, the difference between FICO and Vantage Scoring, tools for improving/restoring credit, how to understand a credit report, and credit laws. After this course participants should be able to effectively understand a credit […]
Small Business Tax Workshop
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesSergio Guzman, IRS, S.P.E.C., presents the basics of business taxes, the different types of small business organizations, tax returns, record keeping and the latest tax updates. Presented by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Tech Tuesday: Online Safety Tips
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesWhat does it mean to be safe online? Stop in to learn some easy tips for keeping your information safe while on the web. This class will focus on internet safety basics such as choosing strong passwords, personal privacy, and learning how to spot online scams. Not sure if you can make it? Make an […]
Financial Empowerment – Session 3: Budgeting Tools & Money Management
1152 N. Christiana Avenue 1152 N. Christiana Avenue, ChicagoIn this installment of LUCHA’s Financial Empowerment Series participants will learn ways to determine and maintain income, track their expenses, reduce expenses and cut costs, reduce debts, and manage their […]
Financial Planning Basics
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesFinancial Advisor, Bill Hackett, LUTCF, discusses healthy saving and spending habits, and how to maintain a balance between them throughout your life. Presented by William Hackett, Wave & Breakout, LLC
Financial Empowerment – Session 4: Goal Setting & Planning for the Future
1152 N. Christiana Avenue 1152 N. Christiana Avenue, ChicagoIn this installment of LUCHA’s Financial Empowerment Series participants will learn ways to set goals for the future, and describe short, medium, and long-term goal time frames. After this course participants should be able to apply tips learned in this course to set goals, describe short-term, medium term, and long-term goal time frames.
Post-Purchase Workshop – Fair Housing/Existing
1152 N. Christiana Avenue 1152 N. Christiana Avenue, ChicagoThese workshops, with specialized topics each month, will assist recent first-time homebuyers with the transition process from renter to home owner. There is so much involved with being a home owner and doing so effectively to maintain and improve upon the investment requires first-hand knowledge about a variety of topics. Our Housing Counselors will teach […]