Money Matters 2022

2022 Money Matters Workshops & Events

Whether you are looking to sharpen your financial tools to earn and save, learn to budget more effectively, or are interested in retirement and estate planning, we have several FREE workshops and resources to help you on your road to financial freedom. If you missed the event live, don't worry – recordings and resources are available for this year's workshops and events below!

 

Scams Coming to You

Monday, April 4, 2022 at 7pm

Consumers face a barrage of scams online, by phone, in their mail, and at the door. Come and learn how you can spot scams, how scammers have adjusted their tactics during their pandemic, how to defend against them, and how to avoid them.

Presenter: Tracy Rezvani, Administrator, Office of Consumer Protection

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“Making My Money $$ Behave to Build a Better Financial Foundation"

Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 6pm

Learn the importance of tracking expenses to help you build a financial foundation; Make spending adjustments and learn about four common budget styles to consider when creating an actual monthly budget that makes sense and seventy-two ways to increase your income for a balanced overall financial foundation.

Presenter: DurShawn Robinson, MakingChange

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Want to Live in Howard County

Monday, April 11, 2022 at 6pm

Participants will learn about the Department’s programs to help purchase a home as well as assistance if you live in an aging home in need of repair.

Presenters: Quanita Kareem and Linda Phillips, Howard County Department of Housing & Community Development

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Homebuyer Readiness

Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 6pm

Viewers will learn how to prepare for a home purchase in an unusual market. Topics to include financial preparation/expectations; the importance of a REALTOR®; and the Homebuying process from A – Z.

Presenters: Joseph S. Bird, Realtor, Howard County Association of Realtors and Richard Green, Branch Manager/VP

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Be Financially Savvy With Your Home Improvement Dollars

Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 6pm

Tune in and learn how to pick your contractor, set your project and avoid scams.

Presenter: Lila Boor, Office of Consumer Protection

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Foreclosure Prevention

Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 6:00pm

Participants learn the different types of foreclosures and how to avoid them; what retention and non-retention options are available; the terminology used; specific programs to help borrowers at risk and what scams to be aware of.

Presenter: Sandra Rains, CCCSMD

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Wills and Estate Administration: What You Need to Know

Monday, April 25, 2022 at 6:00pm

It’s extremely important to have a Last Will and Testament and plan for your future. This session will cover how you can ensure your wishes are carried out and your family can be protected by having a will, what happens to your assets after you pass away, and the basics of the process of estate administration, also known as “probate,” in Maryland. A Q&A will follow.

Presenter: Honorable Byron Macfarlane, Howard County Register of Wills

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Introduction to Cryptocurrency and Avoiding Digital Assets Scams 

Tuesday, April 26, 2022 from 6:30pm – 8pm

Learn the basics of digital assets including cryptocurrencies, how to spot common frauds and scams, where to report them, and where to find resources that will help protect your money. 

Presenters: Dan Rutherford, Commodity Futures Trading Commission; Cristina Miranda, Federal Trade Commission and Jacob Yunger, FINRA

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Financial Aid 101

Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 6:00pm

Participants of this workshop will be able to understand how to access higher education and be provided with an in-depth overview of the various types of financial assistance available to cover the costs of a post-secondary higher education.

Presenter: Tamika Bybee, Director of Financial Aid Services, Howard Community College

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