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Supporting Your Financial Wellness Through Education

We believe that education – at any age – is the key to making positive, informed financial decisions for yourself and your family. We know that financial literacy is not always something we are taught early on. We are proud to provide classes, tools and support that fill that gap in our community.

We have been in the forefront in establishing national standardized credit and financial education programs reaching over 1.7 million individuals.

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Credit When Credit is Due - Chapters 1-6 includes:

This class covers how to get what you want, using credit, understanding credit scores, buying a car, and much more.

Credit When Credit is Due - Chapters 7-12 includes:
This class covers buying a home, evaluating credit offers, what you need to know about bill collectors, building and rebuilding your credit, and much more.

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Mar 6 & Mar 13

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Rapid City Office

Apr 3 & Apr 10

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Rapid City Office

May 1 & May 8

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Rapid City Office

Jun 5 & Jun 12

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Rapid City Office

       

Registration for class is free - but required.
(Should we need to cancel a class we need to know how to reach you.)

Credit When Credit is Due

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If you have ever wondered why some people in life get ahead while others do not, and how you can get ahead, then this is the class for you.

In addition, Credit When Credit is Due graduates will receive a packet that includes cards to send the three national credit bureaus if they want to add a statement to their credit reports.

Make Your Move…. A Guide to Home Ownership - Chapters 1-6 includes:

So you want to buy a house. This class covers: Where do you begin, How is your credit payment history, Who is involved in the home-buying process, Finding the right lender, Getting pre-qualified or pre-approved, and Understanding your house payment.

Make Your Move…. A Guide to Home Ownership - Chapters 7-11 includes:

This class covers: What types of loans are available, Shopping for a home, Finalizing your loan, The loan closing, and Owning a home brings joys and responsibilities.

DATES TIME SIGN-UP
     

Mar 20 & Mar 27

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Apr 17 & Apr 24

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

May 15 & May 22

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Jun 19 & Jun 26

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

       

Registration for class is free - but required.
(Should we need to cancel a class we need to know how to reach you.)

       

Make Your Move... A Guide to Home Ownership

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Make Your Move meets national homebuyer education standards and HUD guidelines. It is the ideal education program to offer first-time buyers, or anyone buying a home who wants a refresher course about the home-buying process. Make Your Move covers topics such as being financially ready to buy a house,getting pre-qualified, types of loans and insurance, building vs. buying a home, closing on your house, learning your responsibilities as a homeowner, and maintaining and repairing your home.

Ins and Outs of Renting:

Learn the Rights and Responsibilities of being a renter. What questions should you ask before renting? Learn tips to get the best rental for vou.

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Ins and Outs of Renting

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Ellsworth AFB Classes

CCCS also provides classes at Ellsworth AFB for military personnel. Please contact the base Readiness Center to register for these classes.

Credit When Credit Is Due
(all chapters in a one-day class)
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Ins and Outs of Renting
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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Make Your Move….Guide to Homeownership
(all chapters in a one-day class)
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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