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10 Secrets & Tips for Successfully Selling a Home or Investment PropertyMoney & BusinessLearn how to be more successful when acquiring real estate by understanding the purchase agreement, strategies for getting your offer accepted in multiple offers, and different ways to cover closing costs and mortgage insurance. We explore the Twin Cities housing market data, an overview of loan programs-including special programs like loans for escrowing improvements, appraisal issues affecting a home sale, and small things to improve your chances of selling your property. Making updates such as paint, carpet, light fixtures and decluttering are discussed. An opportunity for a no obligation price evaluation of your home by the instructor is included with the tuition. This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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10 Tips for Successfully Selling Your Home - Any Time of the Year!Money & BusinessLearn how to determine the value of your property in today's market. Assess the differences between a seller’s market and a buyer’s market, and understand the seasonality and cyclical nature inherent to the market. Discover the repairs and improvements that will offer the best return on investment, learn about the value of staging, and become familiar with the process of working with contractors. Define the key ways to identify a good agent versus a bad agent. Leave the class feeling empowered and prepared to sell your home successfully! This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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A to Z Grantwriting - ONLINEMoney & BusinessLearn the ins and outs of grant writing from a veteran grant writer. This course will provide the experience and skills you need to become a successful grant writer as you learn to put together stand-out proposals that will encourage funds from donors. Option for Instructor Led ($115) or Self Paced ($100). Click HERE for more information.Adult Winter/Spring 2021
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An Introduction to Voiceovers - ONLINEMoney & BusinessExplore the voiceover industry! Discover current trends, opportunities, and tools you need to find success. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. Class is a 1:1, one time, 90 minutes, live video chat that will be scheduled for a time of your preference No discounts. 18 and over. Register online through Hopkins Community Education. Learn more at http://www.voicesforall.com/oooAdult Winter/Spring 2021
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Buying a Second, Investment or Resort Property in the U.S. or AbroadMoney & BusinessLearn how to purchase a resort or second property. Discover opportunities available locally, nationally, and internationally. Whether you want a property for personal or commercial use, this class will help you understand the purchasing process, what to include in a purchase agreement, universal traits of a good agent, and more! This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Coding Certificate- ONLINEMoney & BusinessCoding is becoming one of the most in-demand skills in the workplace today. As a result, coding has become a core skill that bolsters one’s chances of becoming a higher value to organizations. The highest demand is for programming languages with broad applicability. Begin by getting introduced to the basics of computer programming and various programming languages. Then go to the next level and acquire all the basics of HTML and CSS. You will learn the relationship between these two industry-standard web page coding languages and the step by step process of hand coding and building web pages. Finally, discover the advanced features of CSS and learn how to use this very powerful language. Click HERE for more information. For more online classes with UGotClass, click HERE!Adult Winter/Spring 2021
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Don't Worry, Retire HappyMoney & BusinessIs Saturday the day you set aside to play golf, spend time with your grandkids, enjoy your hobby? In retirement, every day can be like Saturday. That's a lot of time to fill and it's important to have a plan. Learn from financial expert, Tom Hegna's book, Don't Worry, Retire Happy: 7 Steps to a Secure Retirement. No products will be sold. For additional information, see Thrivent.com/social This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Downsizing in the Current Housing MarketMoney & BusinessHave you been thinking that now might be the time to downsize but aren't sure where to start, how to do it, or what your options are? Bonus-all attendees will receive the Downsizing Made Easy guide and the book- Secrets Every Home Seller needs to know. This is in addition to may great resources and coupons like how to obtain a limited home warranty at no cost when selling. There is a no cost home evaluation for those who would like to know the value of their home with recommendations to make your home more sellable. This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Entrepreneur Boot Camp - ONLINEMoney & BusinessStarting a business is something that all of us have thought about at one time or another. Everyone wants to be their own boss. Yet statistics show that most businesses fail within the first five years. This course provides insight into the characteristics, knowledge and skills needed to become a successful entrepreneur. At the end of this course, you will be able to identify the abilities required of successful entrepreneurs and how to acquire them, develop goals to help establish your business, develop an outline for your plan, and take home techniques to successfully manage your new business. Click HERE for more information. For more online classes with UGotClass, click HERE!Adult Winter/Spring 2021
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Estate Planning SolutionsMoney & BusinessThis class will review Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives & Powers of Attorney. Learn when a Will is sufficient and when you might prefer a Trust. You'll learn ways to avoid probate. Discussion of common mistakes will help you avoid unwanted consequences. This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Generational Learning Styles - ONLINEMoney & BusinessRegardless of your age, it is always helpful to increase your understanding of how your current students learn and what your future students might need because students learn in a variety of ways. This course will focus on the influence of generational characteristics on learning styles. Your students learn differently than you do. Come find out how to help your students learn more and discover something new about yourself too! We will explore fascinating information on the brain and how each generation has responded to their unique “cohort experience." You will acquire the skills and information needed to facilitate Gen Y and the emerging generation of learners. Understand how your own generational characteristics impact your learning AND your teaching. Come away with our top 20 generational techniques for helping your students learn more. Click HERE for more information. For more online classes with UGotClass, click HERE!Adult Winter/Spring 2021
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Home Buying 101 - ONLINEMoney & BusinessStarting SoonFrom finding a realtor to closing on your dream home, you’ll learn the ins and outs of buying your home. Learn about the key players in purchasing home, mortgage loan options and the steps you can start taking to make home ownership a reality. This class is sponsored and led by City & County Credit Union. This class will meet online via Zoom. Online meeting information will be sent via email by the instructor before the first class.Adult Winter/Spring 2021
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How to Choose the Right Legal Structure for Your BusinessMoney & BusinessThe legal structure of your business determines how much you pay in taxes, paperwork requirements, your ability to raise money, and your personal liability for debts and obligations. The legal structure you choose should be based on the specific needs and goals of your business. We’ll examine the different business structures and the benefits and drawbacks of each to help you make the most informed decision for the success of your business. This class will meet online via Zoom. Online meeting information will be sent via email by the instructor before the first class.Adult Summer 2021
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How to Win with Investment PropertiesMoney & BusinessEver considered becoming a landlord or investing in real estate but needed more information? Learn about opportunities in today's marketplace, how to analyze a property, tax considerations, and things to put in a lease. We review all aspects of becoming a landlord from buying, selling, and renting. This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Income Taxes and RetirementMoney & BusinessPreparing for retirement includes making choices that can affect your income taxes. Learn more about the financial impact of taxes and how to make wise decisions that minimize their impact on you. No products will be sold. This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Keys to Effective Communication - ONLINEMoney & BusinessBecome more confident, make great first impressions, get along with others, and create better personal and professional relationships. This course provides a step by step process to become a great conversationalist as you use communication to build rapport and create trust, warmth, and respect. Option for Instructor Led or Self Paced. Click HERE for more information.Adult Winter/Spring 2021
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Savvy Social SecurityMoney & BusinessLearn the basics of Social Security strategies for maximizing your benefits, including five factors to consider when deciding when to apply for benefits, how to minimize taxes on Social Security benefits, and how to coordinate Social Security with your other sources of retirement income. No products will be sold. Thrivent Financial professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration. This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Social Media for Business Certificate- ONLINEMoney & BusinessGet in on this exciting and growing way to communicate, market and serve your customers and clients. For businesses, nonprofits, government, and other organizations. From Facebook to Twitter, blogging, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more, discover the new principles of communication that apply across all networks and how these specific social networks work and the possible uses for your organization. Learn how social networks are used to develop a two-way communication and marketing strategy for your organization. Then find out what you can be doing, what you should be doing, and take back a plan to integrate social networks into your communication and marketing. Whether you are new to social networks or already involved, you will come away with both an understanding of social networks and practical, how-to techniques to integrate social networks into your organization or business. Your instructors are outstanding practitioners who also speak, write, and train others on social networks. Click HERE for more information. For more online classes with UGotClass, click HERE!Adult Winter/Spring 2021
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Transitioning Identity, Passion, and Purpose in RetirementMoney & BusinessPull back the curtain on the myths and realities that surround retirement. Discover usable tools to begin the process of retirement preparation today along with a handout of course materials to use as a reference tool in the years ahead. This class will meet in person as social distancing requirements allow; class will be moved online if that is not possible.Adult Summer 2021
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Understanding A, B, C & D of MedicareMoney & BusinessLearn the different parts of Medicare A, B, C and D, and why each part of important. We will also review the similarities and differences between Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage plans and prescription drug plans. The Zoom presentation will last 30-40 minutes. This class will meet online via Zoom. Online meeting information will be sent by the instructor via email before class.Adult Summer 2021
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Understanding A, B, C & D of Medicare - ONLINEMoney & BusinessExplore the A, B, C and D of Medicare and why each part is important. Learn the similarities and differences between Medicare Supplements plans, Medicare Advantage plans and Prescriptions drug plans. The Zoom presentation will last 30-40 minutes. This class will meet online via Zoom. Online meeting information will be sent by the instructor via email before class.Adult Winter/Spring 2021