The Next Level
Financial empowerment strategies for wealth building and economic growth in our communities
Build Generational Wealth
Ready to get off the sidelines? Now is your chance. Our new “The Next Level” Financial Empowerment Program is designed to support you on the path to creating wealth. Led by experts in real estate, finance, and entrepreneurship, you’ll have free access to resources found nowhere else.
Upcoming Courses
Small Business Resources
This workshop is a broad overview of what is needed to start a small business in Illinois. It is intended to help attendees better understand what is expected and will include guest speakers who are startup or small business owners. Guest speakers will share their experience and connect attendees to resources and financing options.
Are You Ready to be a Landlord?
This two-part series will highlight key things to know about what it takes to be a landlord, and if that is something you are ready for. Part one will cover an overview of what you need to know about being a landlord and the financing of buying a 2-4 unit building. Part two will cover what it takes to run your business and all of the legal information you need to know. Presented by Erica Myles from Community Investment Corporation and Desiree Rideaux, Community and Economic Development expert.
Owner-Occupant Landlord Training
NHS Chicago and CIC are now offering an online Micro-Learning Owner-Occupant Landlord Training course to help you navigate the complexities of the rental industry. This three-hour training session will provide the necessary information to ensure you follow all tenant screening, owner and tenant rights and responsibilities, Landlord-Tenant relationships, and fair housing laws and regulations. You’ll also gain insight into the recommended measures to avoid common rental headaches – perfect for newcomers unfamiliar with the rental industry.
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Investing in Real Estate
- Becoming a 2-4 flat owner and landlord
- Investing in multi-unit rental properties
- Property management
Investing in Financial Markets
- Stocks, bonds, and mutual funds
- Portfolio management
- Purchasing investments
Entrepreneurship
- Developing a business plan
- Business start-up and financing
- Business operations
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