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Buying & Selling Collectible Items for Profit
This class will provide information about what kind of items will likely have the highest return potential value, where to find these items, how to protect and store these items from degradation, selling, and marketing these items. Some specific categories discussed will be introduction to coin collecting, stamp collecting, antiques, collecting miniatures, miscellaneous memorabilia items collecting, buying and restoring antiques and other furniture. Instructor Chuck Ernst has been involved in collecting many different things during his lifetime, some of which have brought him impressive financial returns and some have been a financial crash and burn. The instructor will share what he knows from his personal lifetime experience to hopefully prevent others from taking a financial hit on their hobbies, interests, and collections. ◗ Dec 2 | W | 6:30-7:45 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 19 | Online AL-B340-F1 | Ernst 1
NEW | Comprehensive Retirement Planning
Retire with confidence by learning how to optimize distributions from Social Security, pensions, work retirement plans and Traditional IRAs. Learn about the benefits of Roth IRA and how they can help reduce your taxes. The class also covers the importance of estate planning, long term care insurance and when annuities are useful. ◗ Sep 15 | T | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 19 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B349-F1 | Bhatia
NEW | Creating Your Estate Plan
This class is designed to help you understand the basics of estate planning so you can consider the options that make the most sense for your specific situation. You will learn what to consider when creating a will, the benefits of trusts in estate planning, how to help reduce taxes on estates and how insurance can help protect your family. ◗ Oct 20 | T | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 19 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B337-F1 | Bhatia
How to Start Any Home Business
Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a former Chamber of Commerce president and award winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start up workshop you will ever find. You will discover:
• more than 250 legitimate home business ideas
• mandatory legal documentation
• many ways to market your product / service
• how to take tax deductions( this workshop included!)
Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a current author / editor, and a nationwide professor of publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. ◗ Oct 21 | W | 6-8 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 39 | Online AL-B315-F1 | Krusemark 1
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Early Retirement: Exploring Your Health Insurance Options
Early retirement can be an exciting time, but it can also bring a lot of questions.“ What do I do about health insurance before I am eligible for Medicare?” Learn what to consider before leaving your employer group coverage, discover different options available to fill the gap before you become eligible for Medicare, and study the ins and outs of how to navigate MNSure, the Minnesota health insurance marketplace. ◗ Nov 10 | T | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 29 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B304-F1 | Gaylord
First Time & First Gen Homebuying: Funding Essentials
Being a first-time homeowner doesn’ t have to be scary. With some solid understanding and a plan, you can buy your first home with confidence. Come learn how mortgages work, what is available for first-time homebuyers, how to position your finances and how to start house hunting. Homeownership might be more possible than you think. Bring your questions for personalized answers. Instructors include a mortgage loan officer and real estate advisor with 35 years of combined experience. ◗ Oct 26 | M | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B307-F1 | Kaas
Home Buying in Today’ s Market
Whether you’ re searching for your very first home, your dream home, or an investment property, navigating the home-buying process can feel overwhelming— especially in today’ s competitive market. This class will break down the ever-changing real estate landscape and give you the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions. We’ ll debunk common market myths, walk through strategies tailored to your goals, budget, and timeline, and help you create a personalized home-buying plan that works for you. ◗ Sep 19 | Sa | 9-10:30 am 1 Session | Fee: $ 25 | Northdale MS AL-B310-F1 | Olson
◗ Sep 22 | T | 6:30-8 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 25 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B310-F2 | Olson
Medicare Basics Parts A-D
Will you be getting Medicare coverage within the next year? Find out how to enroll, how much Medicare costs, what it covers, and what type of extra coverage you may need. ◗ Oct 7 | W | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 25 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B319-F1 | Pfeifer
◗ Nov 19 | Th | 9-10:30 am 1 Session | Fee: $ 25 | Sandburg HS AL-B319-F2 | Pfeifer ƒ
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