A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules. In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules. In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules. In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules. In this workshop, you can learn:

• The formula to increase your credit score.
• How to read a credit report.
• How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

This workshop reviews different retirement benefits and accounts, such as IRA retirement accounts, pension funds, Social Security benefits, and life insurance.

This workshop is being presented in partnership with MassHousing and will cover the following:

• How a mortgage works and how to get one
• How a credit score affects your ability to get a loan
• What the hidden costs are to buying a home
• How much do you need to save for a down payment
• Where you can get free resources to make the process easier
• Income requirements
• Type of property available
• Down payment assistance

Presenter: Angelo Nuby - MassHousing

Si está interesado en comprar una casa algún día, este es el lugar para comenzar. En este taller, aprenderás:

• Cómo funciona una hipoteca y cómo obtener una
• Cómo un puntaje de crédito afecta su capacidad para obtener un préstamo
• ¿Cuál es el costo inicial de comprar una casa?
• ¿Cuánto necesita ahorrar para un pago inicial?
• Donde puede obtener recursos gratuitos para facilitar el proceso

Once you know how to track your money, you never need to fall behind again. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:

• Track your income and spending
• Prioritize your needs
• Eliminate wastes of money

EACH WEEK WILL FOCUS ON A NEW TOPIC:

• Dec 20 - Preview Session: Come and learn about the series. Refreshments provided.
• Jan 3 - Session 1: Introduction to Mindfulness and Relaxation
• Jan 17 - Session 2: Stopping, Calming and Resting
• Feb 7 - Session 3: Mindfulness and Stress Reduction
• Feb 21 - Session 4: Creating Healthy Sleep Habits
• Mar 6 - Session 5: Loving Kindness, Gratitude, and Centering
• Mar 20 - Session 6: Yoga Breathing for Relaxation
• Apr 3 - Session 7: Resources and Supports to Practice at Home

Come to one or all of the weekly sessions!

Sessions are 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Linscott, MTS, Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher

Behavioral Health Manager, Age Strong

For information, call Bowdoin Street Health Center at 617-704-0180

GrowBoston anticipates making awards of up to $150,000 to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations for projects which increase access for low- and moderate-income residents to local food growing opportunities and green space through capital improvements to community gardens and other open spaces which directly serve neighborhood residents.

GrowBoston will host two virtual applicant conferences to answer any questions you may have about this RFP. Potential RFP applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of the virtual meetings. Both meetings will contain the same content.

If you are unable to attend an applicant conference, formal questions may be submitted by email to Theresa Strachila, Program Manager, at theresa.strachila@boston.gov.

Responses to questions received during the applicant conferences and via email will be distributed to all parties who have downloaded the RFP.

GrowBoston anticipates making awards of up to $150,000 to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations for projects which increase access for low- and moderate-income residents to local food growing opportunities and green space through capital improvements to community gardens and other open spaces which directly serve neighborhood residents.

GrowBoston will host two virtual applicant conferences to answer any questions you may have about this RFP. Potential RFP applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of the virtual meetings. Both meetings will contain the same content.

If you are unable to attend an applicant conference, formal questions may be submitted by email to Theresa Strachila, Program Manager, at theresa.strachila@boston.gov.

Responses to questions received during the applicant conferences and via email will be distributed to all parties who have downloaded the RFP.