BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Benjamin Rose - ECPv6.14.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.benrose.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Benjamin Rose REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T200000 DTSTAMP:20250709T162830 CREATED:20250602T152722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T152724Z UID:10010240-1754935200-1754942400@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAre you interested in buying a home but not sure where to start? \n\n\n\nOur FREE HUD-approved homebuyer education class can teach you the important basics of the home buying process.  We will provide you with the knowledge you’ll need to secure an affordable mortgage and buy the right house for you. \n\n\n\nThis course is a four-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 6-8 PM: \n\n\n\n\nAugust 11 (Mon)\n\n\n\nAugust 12 (Tues)\n\n\n\nAugust 13 (Weds)\n\n\n\nAugust 14 (Thurs)\n\n\n\n\nSession One: Budget & Credit\n\n\n\nAugust 11 \n\n\n\n\nExamine your money profile\n\n\n\nLearn how to better manage your money through spending plans\, tracking income & expenses\, goal setting and building your savings\n\n\n\nExplore the importance of credit and learn tips to establish and improve your credit\n\n\n\nReview how to avoid and handle identity theft\n\n\n\n\nSession Two: Obtaining a Mortgage Loan & Your Consumer Rights\n\n\n\nAugust 12 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to qualify and get pre-approved for a mortgage loan\n\n\n\nReview affordability and how to determine how much money to spend on buying a home\n\n\n\nLearn your rights as a loan consumer\n\n\n\n\nSession Three: Shopping for a Home & the Importance of a Home Inspection\n\n\n\nAugust 13 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to shop for a home\, from finding the right neighborhood to considering which type of home is right for you\n\n\n\nExplore tips on how to work with an agent\n\n\n\nLearn about the purchase\, sale\, escrow\, and closing processes\n\n\n\nReview the professional home inspection process and why it’s so important\n\n\n\n\nSession Four: Home Insurance & Maintaining Your Home\n\n\n\nAugust 14 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to protect your home through insurance\, liability protection and home safety measures\n\n\n\nExplore different ways to maintain your home\n\n\n\nEmbrace your neighborhood and learn ways to explore your community\, be a good neighbor and invest in your area’s success\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, click the above button and fill out our registration form. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/homebuyer-education-aug2025/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/redrose-backround-small.jpg LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/homebuyer-education-aug2025/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T100000 DTSTAMP:20250709T162830 CREATED:20250709T133848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T133850Z UID:10011810-1755075600-1755079200@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Virtual Second Wednesday with Benjamin Rose DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually the second Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10 a.m. to learn more about Benjamin Rose and from President & CEO Orion Bell. Each month we will provide an overview of the programs and services we offer. Second Wednesdays are a great opportunity to network\, learn about Benjamin Rose\, and discover how you can get involved in our work. \n\n\n\nSecond Wednesdays are free to attend\, and all are welcome! Registration is required. For more information\, please call (216) 373-1688. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-10/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/Default-Rose.png LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-10/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T150000 DTSTAMP:20250709T162830 CREATED:20250602T153528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T153532Z UID:10010243-1756130400-1756134000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Financial Education Workshops DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBenjamin Rose\, a HUD-approved housing and financial counseling agency\, provides a variety of free workshops and counseling services. \n\n\n\nOur financial workshops are a five-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 2:00-3:00 PM: \n\n\n\n\nAugust 25 (Mon)\n\n\n\nAugust 26 (Tues)\n\n\n\nAugust 27 (Wed)\n\n\n\nAugust 28 (Thurs)\n\n\n\nAugust 29 (Fri)\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\nRecognizing & Avoiding Elder Financial Abuse\, Scams & Fraud – Module 1\n\n\n\nAugust 25 \n\n\n\nWhile this is a great course for all\, it’s even better for our older adults or anyone caring for an older adult. You will learn what elder financial exploitation is and why older adults are at risk\, who the abusers are\, and where to report the abuse. This workshop also covers how to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft\, the different scams that are out and how to spot them. What to do and who to call if you believe you have been a victim of a scam and how to guard yourself against identity & medical theft. Don’t become a victim! Register today! \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nPreparing for the Future – Module 2\n\n\n\nAugust 26 \n\n\n\nIn this course you will learn what an estate is\, how to prepare an estate plan\, advance healthcare directives and prepare yourself for unexpected life events. It is never too early to start estate planning. Register today to start preparing for your future! \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nBudgeting\, Goal Setting & Saving – Module 3\n\n\n\nAugust 27 \n\n\n\nThis course provides an informative session about where you are\, where you want to go\, and how to get there. Topics include tools to manage your money\, identify personal goals\, and how to budget and save. Go for the GOAL and Register today! \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nTaking Control of Credit & Debt – Module 4\n\n\n\nAugust 28 \n\n\n\nWhether you want to set a financial goal\, get out of debt\, or manage your payments\, this course will provide tools and resources in navigating it all. Register today and make this the year YOU take control! \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nBenefitting from Benefits – Module 5\n\n\n\nAugust 29 \n\n\n\nDon’t lose out on the benefit of seeing what benefits you may qualify for. Register today! URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/financial-education-aug2025/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/redrose-backround-small.jpg LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/financial-education-aug2025/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T163000 DTSTAMP:20250709T162830 CREATED:20250603T140049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T132638Z UID:10011805-1762157700-1762187400@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Save the Date: Annual Hoarding Conference DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the Hoarding Connection of Cuyahoga County’s annual hoarding conference on Monday\, November 3 from 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio (6393 Oak Tree Blvd\, Independence\, OH 44131).   \n\n\n\nChristina Bratiotis\, PhD Professor at the University of British Columbia\, will be featured as a keynote speaker. \n\n\n\nAgenda and registration to come! URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/annual-hoarding-conference/ LOCATION:Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio\, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd\, Independence\, Ohio\, 44131\, United States CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/redrose-backround-small.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR