Upcoming Origin SC’s workshops in February 2022

February 2, 2022

FREE Workshops focusing on Homeownership, Credit, and Budgeting

Origin SC will host free financial education & homeownership workshops in February and is offering a brand new open forum series of monthly meet ups. Origin SC offers workshops around the tri-county area of Charleston, SC. We also offer one-on-one appointments with certified credit advisors. Take a look at our offerings below to find the next workshop date. Please note that all of our workshops are being held virtually at this time. Please see our website for more details at www.originsc.org.

Credit Improvement & Making Ends Meet: Budgeting Workshop

Learn everything you need to know about credit improvement & basic budgeting techniques from our licensed credit and housing facilitators in this free 2-hour workshop. This class will help you learn the positive steps you can take to improve your credit, basic budgeting techniques, and day-to-day money management strategies. This workshop can be especially helpful for potential homebuyers.

  • February 10th
    • 6-8 PM Virtual
  • February 24th
    • 6-8 PM Virtual

eHome America Homebuyer Course

This course is the certified web-based program for prospective first-time homebuyers. Exceeding national industry standards, this course creates knowledgeable and default-resilient buyers ready for a lifetime of homeownership. Participants will gain an knowledge around steps of the home buying process, preparing for the expenses of homeownership, post purchase tips, and financial management of homeownership.

To register or learn more visit https://www.ehomeamerica.org/origin 

Intro to Homeownership

Learn the basics of homeownership before you dive in during this free 2-hour workshop led by a HUD-licensed facilitator. Gain a better understanding of the homeownership process– from the mortgage application, to selecting a real estate agent, obtaining homeowner’s insurance, and how to receive closing cost & down payment assistance.

  • February 3rd
    • 6-8 PM Virtual
  • February 17th
    • 6-8 PM Virtual

Table Talk Tuesdays

We are excited to offer this brand new open forum series of free monthly meet ups called Table Talk. Table Talk aims to provide a casual and fun way that people can begin to have conversations centered around all things related to financial literacy, budgeting, credit improvement, & homeownership, but in the informal style known as table talk. The one hour talk sessions will be hosted and guided by HUD certified, licensed credit counselors.

  • February 8th
    • 12 – 1 pm Virtual

Space is limited and registration is required. Sign up today! For more information or to register for a workshop or one-on-one coaching, please visit www.originsc.org/classes/ or call 843.628.3000.

 

About Origin SC

Origin SC (previously known as Family Services Inc.) has remained one of the leading human service nonprofit organizations by providing professional financial, housing, and health counseling services to residents and businesses of South Carolina since 1888. Origin SC empowers individuals to achieve financial and housing stability through advocacy, counseling, and education. Call locally at 843-628-3000. For more information, go to www.originsc.org or email [email protected].