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EDUCATION

Cost: $35 for the online program

Register for the CheckWise online course

This program is suitable for individuals who have never had an account, those who would like to know how to improve handling their checking account, and consumers who would like to re-establish a relationship with a financial institution. This curriculum covers the benefits of developing a relationship with a financial institution, understanding basic services, choosing & opening a checking account, types of checks, writing checks, maintaining & balancing checkbook, using various services to manage a account, and keeping the account safe. Consumer will receive certification upon completion of course to present to a bank or credit union. Consumers are registered in a national database that serves as permanent record of completion of course.


Cost: $35 per person/$50 per couple

Register for the Make Your Move online course or classroom course

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We offer a comprehensive pre-purchase education program to help consumers through the entire homeownership process, equipping homeowners with knowledge to make sound decisions regarding homeownership. The pre-purchase curriculum covers financial management, evaluating credit information, prequalifying & loan approval, financing options, shopping for a home, finalizing the loan, closing process, maintaining the home, avoiding foreclosure and predatory lending practices. This course includes one-on-one counseling at no cost. Upon completion of this course, consumer will receive certificate at their counseling session. Certification can be use to qualify for some homeowners assistance programs.

Upcoming Classes:

Decatur Office
222 E. North Street
Decatur, IL 62523
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Make Your Move~FREE!Saturday, March 20, 2010 & Saturday, March 27, 2010
9:00-12:00 pm
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Make Your MoveSaturday, April 17, 2010 & Saturday, April 24, 2010
9:00-12:00 pm
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Make Your MoveSaturday, May 15, 2010 & Saturday, May 22, 2010
9:00-12:00 pm
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Make Your MoveSaturday, June 19, 2010 & Saturday, June 26, 2010
9:00-12:00 pm
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Champaign Office
201 W. Springfield Ave.
Huntington Towers, Suite 211
Champaign, IL 61820
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Make Your Move ~ FREE!Monday, March 15, 2010 & Monday, March 22, 2010
5:30-8:30 pm
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Make Your MoveMonday, April 19, 2010 & Monday, April 26, 2010
5:30-8:30 pm
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Make Your MoveMonday, May 17, 2010 & Monday, May 24, 2010
5:30-8:30 pm
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Make Your MoveMonday, June 21, 2010 & Monday, June 28, 2010
5:30-8:30 pm
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Peoria Office
Classes are held at Workforce Network
211 Fulton Street Suite #300
Peoria, IL 61602
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**DATE CHANGE** Tuesday, April 6, 2010 & Thursday, April 8, 2010
5:30-8:30 pm
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Make Your MoveTuesday, May 4, 2010 & Tuesday, May 11, 2010
5:30-8:30 pm
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Make Your MoveTuesday, June 1, 2010 & Tuesday, June 8, 2010
5:30-8:30 pm
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Cost: $50 per individual or couple

Register for the Money In Motion online course or classroom course.

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Money In Motion

We offer a financial literacy education program focusing on being financially responsible by successfully managing money to achieve financial goals. Consumers will learn how properly manage their money by creating a spending plan, track expenses, and importance of keeping accurate records. The money management curriculum covers developing a budget/spending plan, identifying spending leaks, using a budget/spending plan to reach goals, using financial tools wisely, understanding credit & credit scoring, signing contracts, insurance, consumer laws, and how to handle unforeseen financial issues. Consumer will receive certification upon completion of course.

Upcoming Classes:

CIDMCE Peoria (Main) Office
719 Main Street
Peoria, IL 61602
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Money In MotionThursday, March 18, 2010 5:30-7:30 pmRegister
Money In MotionThursday, April 1, 2010 5:30-7:30 pmRegister
Money In MotionThursday, April 15, 2010 5:30-7:30 pmRegister
Decatur Office
222 E. North Street
Decatur, IL 62523
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Money In MotionWednesday, March 17, 2010 5:30-7:30 pmRegister
Money In MotionWednesday, April 7, 2010 5:30-7:30 pmRegister
Champaign Office
201 W. Springfield Ave.
Huntington Towers, Suite 211
Champaign, IL 61820
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Money In MotionWednesday, April 14, 2010 5:30-7:30 pmRegister
Danville Office
Village Mall—DACC site
2917 N. Vermilion
Danville, IL 61832
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Money In MotionMonday, Aprl 12, 2010 5:30-7:30 pmRegister