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October 26, 2011

Building Community Fiesta!

October 21, 2011

Free Foreclosure Workshop November 12, 2011

The Central Coast Foreclosure Collaborative invites you to get FREE information about pre & post foreclosure options.

Foreclosure Workshop

Saturday, November 12, 2011 from 1PM-5PM

Resurrection Catholic Church Hall,

7600 Soquel Drive, Aptos, 95003 

Get free information about:

  • Foreclosure Options for homeowners
  • Tax-consequences of foreclosure
  • Free and low-cost resources for homeowners
  • Reporting fraud & avoiding “rescue” scams
  • Finding resources for HUD- certified housing counseling, debt & credit counseling, bankruptcy, and emotional support

Spanish Translation will be provided.

For more information, call:

Watsonville Law Center: 831-722-2845

October 17, 2011

Free Financial Education Classes

Santa Cruz Community Ventures will be offering ongoing FREE financial education workshops throughout Santa Cruz County beginning October, 2011.  See below or call Irma Ranzuglia at (831) 460-2343 for more information or to reserve a seat. (Please call ahead. Space is limited.)

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER CALENDER OF CLASSES

Workshop topics include (but not limited to):

Managing Credit and Debt Wisely

Learn how to read and consider the fine print in credit offers, how interest rates work, “shopping” for a card and avoiding common marketing strategies.   You’ll leave this class with tips and tools, which can help ensure you never fall into the “credit card trap” again.

The Basics of Budgeting and Saving

We can all benefit from having a spending and saving plan. Explore the reasons and influences behind your buying habits and learn how to build positive ones.  In this class we’ll help you create a realistic monthly budget and get you started on the path to a healthy financial future.

Understanding Credit Reports and Scores

Learn where to access your free credit report and score, how to read a report, dispute a claim and understand what factors into your credit score.  Find out which actions most impact your credit and what your rights and responsibilities are in managing, repairing and establishing a positive credit history.

The Benefits of Banking

There are many benefits to banking, including protection from fraud and expensive predatory practices, such as payday lenders, pawn shops and refund anticipation loans.  In this class we’ll outline the basics of bank products, fee structures and the difference between banks and credit unions.

October 14, 2011

Free Tax Assistance Volunteers Needed!

October 4, 2011

Job Opportunities – Human Services Department

 Open Recruitments

The following recruitments are now open:

Eligibility Worker I

Open and Promotional Opportunity

Salary: $3,092 – 3,914 / Month

Last day to apply:  Friday, October 14, 2011

Eligibility Worker III

Open and Promotional Opportunity

Salary: $3,839 – 4,855 / Month

Last day to apply:  Friday, October 14, 2011

If you are interested in applying, please refer to the County website at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com

or

Visti the Santa Cruz County link for more information : http://www.jobaps.com/SCRUZ/sup/Bulpreview.asp?R1=11&R2=SC3&R3=02