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

08/05/2025
Virtual

Are You Ready To Be a Landlord? Pt1

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 presented by Desiree Rideaux of Strategic Alliances 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 presented by Erica Myles from Community Investment Corporation will cover what it takes to run your business and all the legal information you need to know.

6:00 PM
08/12/2025
Virtual

Are You Ready To Be a Landlord? Pt2

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 presented by Desiree Rideaux of Strategic Alliances 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 presented by Erica Myles from Community Investment Corporation will cover what it takes to run your business and all the legal information you need to know.

6:00 PM
08/16/2025
Virtual

Owner-Occupant Property Management Training

Presented by Erica Myles of CIC Are you a property owner looking to ensure you meet all the requirements and regulations of managing a rental property? 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.

9:00 AM

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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

Your generous support enables us to continue to make tremendous strides in advocating for working families while strengthening and stabilizing neighborhoods.