Make the Most of Your Money
Use the following free local and national resources to make the most of your money
Consumer Credit Counseling Services, CCCS/MMI
Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Maine (CCCS of Maine) provides financial counseling, debt repayment plans, and consumer education. For more information: http://www.cccsme.org/
Money Smart – A Financial Education Program
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) developed Money Smart, a comprehensive financial education curriculum designed to develop financial skills and positive banking relationships. Curricula for Adults and Young Adults are available for free: http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/moneysmart/overview.html
Free Credit Report
Only one website: www.AnnualCreditReport.com offers a legitimate way for consumers to access the free annual credit report. Many other sites offering “free” reports automatically enroll consumers in another product or service.
Women, Work and Community
Women, Work and Community offers a variety of classes designed to build a budget you can live with, clean up your credit, and convince you saving money is possible. For more information go to: http://womenworkandcommunity.org/?page_id=19
Every so often you get the chance to do good by everyone…. even yourself. CA$H Maine can make it happen. Volunteer as an IRS-certified Tax Preparer or as a Greeter and Asset Coach. We provide free IRS-certified training, you get a marketable skill and the priceless satisfaction of helping your neighbors who earn a low- to moderate-income. And all it takes is 3 hours a week, for at least 4 or 5 weeks during tax season. Find a coalition near you to get started as a volunteer.
Make the most of your money. Stop paying to get your taxes prepared, and find out if you qualify for tax credits that you didn’t know you qualified for. If you, or your household, made $50,000 or less in 2011, get your income taxes prepared for free by IRS-certified volunteer tax preparers! Find a coalition near you to schedule an appointment.
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HoMEworks educators and HUD approved Housing Counseling agencies
The HoMEworks goal is to provide a standardized, comprehensive homeownership education program to be delivered by a network of industry professionals in neutral environments throughout Maine. Buyers who have taken the home buying classes are more confident when asking questions and making decisions about homeownership and loan products. Education gives buyers the tools they need to avoid predatory lending and possible foreclosure.
Click on the following links for more HoMEworks information.