The Next Level

Investing in Financial Markets

Presented by Christina Ferrer, Be Your Best Financial

Buying property is not the only way to build wealth for your future. In this workshop, we will cover the basics of investing, review stocks, bonds and mutual funds, talk through the fluctuations of the market, and learn more about investing for your retirement.

Join us if you are interested in taking that first step toward investing in financial markets.

Small Business

Starting a small business can feel both exciting – and overwhelming. NHS Chicago’s Next Level Small Business Series is a quarterly learning experience designed to meet entrepreneurs where they are and support them as their business grows.

Each session focuses on a key stage of the small business journey and features trusted community partners, industry professionals, and local experts. Participants are welcome to join any session, whether they are just getting started or looking to strengthen and sustain an existing business.

Session 1: Getting Started – Turning Your Idea into a Business

Join us for the first session in the series, an introduction to the fundamentals of starting a small business, including:

• Clarifying your business idea
• Understanding basic business structures
• Early planning considerations
• Common startup mistakes to avoid

Presented by: Christina Ferrer, Be Your Best Financial

Estate Planning

Join us for a practical and approachable look at estate planning!

Presented by Attorney Eva Adams and Certified Financial Planner? Tiffany Czajka

Tiffany Czajka will share how everyday financial planning – from budgeting and managing debt to identifying assets- lays the foundation for a strong estate plan.

Then, Eva Adams, lead staff attorney with CDEL’s Housing Preservation Project, will cover the essentials of estate planning including:

• Why estate planning matters at every income level
• Key documents such as wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, and Transfer on Death Instruments (TODI’s)
• The roles & responsibilities of Executors and Trustees
• Simple strategies to avoid probate and protect your family from court delays and legal fees