Center for Changing Lives’ Calendar

Our free events and workshops are happening all year long! Check them out and register!

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Café Y Poder: Managing Your Debt
May
14

Café Y Poder: Managing Your Debt

Learn about what debt is! Get access to tools to understand your debt & how to get a handle on it! Cut down on your stress & reach your financial goals with CCL!

Join our free bilingual Cafe y Poder workshop, where we will support you with personalized advice, budgeting tools, and educational resources to help you take control of your finances. Start your journey with us today!

See you on Tuesday, May 14th at 10:00 a.m. in-person at our Logan Square office or virtually!

Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Investment 101: What are the rules of investing? (hybrid)
May
16

Investment 101: What are the rules of investing? (hybrid)

What are the rules of investing?

May 16th, May 23rd, May 30th, June 13th, June 6th, June 20th, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. In-person at 1955 N. St. Louis Ave, #101 or Virtual

Are you curious about what it means to invest?

Ready to learn about the rewards and risks of investing?

Join us in this 6-module series and invest in your future!

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Mi Casa Su Casa
May
18

Mi Casa Su Casa

A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

Want to become a first-time homeowner? Don't miss Mi Casa Su Casa! You'll get free tips on home buying and meet experts who can give you great advice on lowering ownership costs and next steps.

In this 6-hour workshop, members can

  • Receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate

  • Meet Industry Experts

  • Get access to down payment assistance programs

  • Access Pre & post 1-on-1 housing counseling

Housing experts will discuss:

  • Homebuyer Timeline

  • Loan Type Options

  • Credit Health

  • Inspections & Appraisals

  • Real Estate Market Trends

  • Attorney Review

  • Property Tax Exemptions

  • Down Payment Assistance


Two registered participants will win a $100 gift card

Class includes New Member Orientation!

*must be at least ten participants

Join us on May 18th at 9 a.m. at the West Chicago Avenue Public Library (4856 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651)

Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Mi Casa Su Casa
Apr
20

Mi Casa Su Casa

A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

In this 6-hour workshop, members can

  • Receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate

  • Meet Industry Experts

  • Get access to down payment assistance programs

  • Access Pre & post 1-on-1 housing counseling

Housing experts will discuss:

  • Homebuyer Timeline

  • Loan Type Options

  • Credit Health

  • Inspections & Appraisals

  • Real Estate Market Trends

  • Attorney Review

  • Property Tax Exemptions

  • Down Payment Assistance


Two registered participants will win a $100 gift card

*must be at least ten participants

Join us on April 20th at 9 a.m. at our main office in North Austin Branch Public Library (5724 W North Ave)


Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Café Y Poder: Protecting Your Money
Apr
9

Café Y Poder: Protecting Your Money

Protect your money and identity, including how to handle identity theft, stop red flags, and submit complaints! Join our free bilingual Cafe y Poder workshop, where we will support you with personalized advice, budgeting tools, and educational resources to help you take control of your finances. Start your journey with us today!

See you on April 9th at 10:00 a.m. in-person at our Logan Square office or virtually!

Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending-Bilingual
Mar
21

Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending-Bilingual

Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending.
Whether you’re buying your first home, a new investment property, or building the home of your dreams, Center for Changing Lives will empower you with confidence, knowledge and solid expertise by working with one of our HUD approved housing counselors getting your finances ready for mortgage application through post purchase services.

Join us virtually on Thursday, March 21st at 11 A.M.

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Mi Casa Su Casa
Mar
16

Mi Casa Su Casa

A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

In this 6-hour workshop, members can

  • Receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate

  • Meet Industry Experts

  • Get access to down payment assistance programs

  • Access Pre & post 1-on-1 housing counseling

Housing experts will discuss:

  • Homebuyer Timeline

  • Loan Type Options

  • Credit Health

  • Inspections & Appraisals

  • Real Estate Market Trends

  • Attorney Review

  • Property Tax Exemptions

  • Down Payment Assistance


Two registered participants will win a $100 gift card

*must be at least ten participants

Join us on March 16th at 10 a.m. at our main office in Legler Public Library (115 S. Pulaski Rd.)


Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Café Y Poder: Dealing with Debt
Mar
12

Café Y Poder: Dealing with Debt

Want to be debt-free? Join our free bilingual Cafe y Poder workshop, where we will support you with personalized advice, budgeting tools, and educational resources to help you take control of your finances. Start your journey with us today!

See you virtually on March 12th at 10:00 a.m.

Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Fundamentos de préstamos
Feb
22

Fundamentos de préstamos

Introducción a préstamos hipotecarios para primeros compradores

Participantes registrados podrán ganar una tarjeta de regalo de $100

*Debe haber al menos diez participantes

Únete a nosotros el jueves, 22 de febrero a la 1:00 P.M. virtualmente.

Contáctanos para más información a frontdesk@cclconnect.org o llamando al 773-342-6210.

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Mi Casa Su Casa: A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers
Feb
17

Mi Casa Su Casa: A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

In this 6-hour workshop, members can

  • Receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate

  • Meet Industry Experts

  • Get access to down payment assistance programs

  • Access Pre & post 1-on-1 housing counseling

Housing experts will discuss:

  • Homebuyer Timeline

  • Loan Type Options

  • Credit Health

  • Inspections & Appraisals

  • Real Estate Market Trends

  • Attorney Review

  • Property Tax Exemptions

  • Down Payment Assistance


Two registered participants will win a $100 gift card

*must be at least ten participants

Join us on February 17th at 10 a.m. at our main office in Logan Square or Virtually.


Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending.
Feb
15

Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending.

Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending.
Whether you’re buying your first home, a new investment property, or building the home of your dreams, Center for Changing Lives will empower you with confidence, knowledge and solid expertise by working with one of our HUD approved housing counselors getting your finances ready for mortgage application through post purchase services.

Join us virtually on Thursday, February 15th at 1:30 P.M.

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Mi Casa Su Casa
Jan
20

Mi Casa Su Casa

A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

In this 6-hour workshop, members can

  • Receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate

  • Meet Industry Experts

  • Get access to down payment assistance programs

  • Access Pre & post 1-on-1 housing counseling

Housing experts will discuss:

  • Homebuyer Timeline

  • Loan Type Options

  • Credit Health

  • Inspections & Appraisals

  • Real Estate Market Trends

  • Attorney Review

  • Property Tax Exemptions

  • Down Payment Assistance


Two registered participants will win a $100 gift card

*must be at least ten participants

Join us on January 20th at 10 a.m. at our main office in Logan Square or Virtually.


Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Lending Basics
Dec
14

Lending Basics

Introductory course to mortgage lending for first-time homebuyers.
Whether you’re buying your first home, a new investment property, or building the home of your
dreams, Center for Changing Lives will empower you with confidence, knowledge, and solid expertise
by working with one of our HUD-approved housing counselors to get your finances ready for
mortgage application through post-purchase services.


Get a chance to win a $100 gift card

*must be at least ten participants

Join us virtually Thursday, December 14th 2:00 P.M.


Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Café Y Poder: Post Purchase
Dec
12

Café Y Poder: Post Purchase

Post-purchase education can help you to gain a better understanding on the steps to take to sustain homeownership. This workshop will help owners avoid common home-ownership pitfalls and plan for success.

Join us on December 12th at 11:30 a.m. at our main office in Logan Square or Virtually.


Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Mi Casa Su Casa
Dec
2

Mi Casa Su Casa

A Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

In this 6-hour workshop, members can

  • Receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate

  • Meet Industry Experts

  • Get access to down payment assistance programs

  • Access Pre & post 1-on-1 housing counseling

Housing experts will discuss:

  • Homebuyer Timeline

  • Loan Type Options

  • Credit Health

  • Inspections & Appraisals

  • Real Estate Market Trends

  • Attorney Review

  • Property Tax Exemptions

  • Down Payment Assistance


Two registered participants will win a $100 gift card

*must be at least ten participants

Join us on December 2nd at 10 a.m. at our main office in Logan Square or Virtually.


Contact us for more information at frontdesk@cclconnect.org or call 773-342-6210.


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Lending Basics
Nov
18

Lending Basics

Lending Basics: Introduction to Mortgage Lending.

Whether you’re buying your first home, a new investment property, or building the home of your dreams, Center for Changing Lives will empower you with confidence, knowledge and solid expertise by working with one of our HUD approved housing counselors getting your finances ready for mortgage application through post purchase services.

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