Business and Financial Planning

Courses

• Explore 250 Legitimate Home Based Business Ideas
• Investing 101: Build Your Wealth with Confidence
• Medicare 101
• NYS Notary Public Law Refresher Course
• NYS Notary Signing Agent
• Notary Public Review Workshop
• Save Money with Extreme Couponing
• Unlock Your Future: Beginner's Guide to Retirement

Explore 250 Legitimate Home Based Business Ideas

Instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a professor of publishing at higher learning institutions across the nation, including Harvard Adult Education.

Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a chamber of commerce president and award-winning business owner, this course will introduce you to 250 legitimate home business ideas, as well as mandatory legal documentation, ways to market your product or service, and how to take tax deductions. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.

Explore 250 Legitimate Home Based Business Ideas

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Wednesday, 7/30 7:00 pm - 8:55 pm	ZBFP-033 700	19 seats left	$39	Add to Cart

Investing 101: Build Your Wealth with Confidence

Ready to start investing but not sure where to begin? This engaging, beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through everything you need to know to grow your money with confidence. We’ll break down investment basics—from short-term options like money markets and CDs to the ins and outs of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. You’ll learn how to set clear financial goals, understand your risk tolerance, and build a personalized investment plan. Discover easy ways to research investments and take control of both your short-term and long-term financial future. This is your chance to start investing smarter and building wealth today!

Course will be held in WILL, Room 113 

Katelyn Christiansen Instructor

Investing 101: Build Your Wealth with Confidence

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Tuesday, 6/10 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm	ZBFP-084 700	30 seats left	$30	Opens 5/14

Medicare 101

The instructor will provide step-by-step instructions on everything everyone needs to know about Medicare. The instructor will advise all that needs to be done (and everything that doesn’t), as well as go over the A/B/C/Ds of Medicare and educate the student so no one will ever have to worry about penalties.                                 

Course will be held in Daycare Center , Room B05

Candy Marrero, Instructor

Medicare 101

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Monday, 6/16 6:00 am - 7:00 am	ZBFP-080 700	20 seats left	$15	Opens 5/14

NYS Notary Public Law Refresher Course

This course reviews and updates the current New York notary laws. The current 22-page New York Notary Law Booklet will be reviewed and highlighted with the new electronic notarization information and notary journal recordkeeping protocols. This presentation is a must for every commissioned New York notary to properly execute their authority, duties and responsibilities. Examples using real-life scenarios will explain situations that a notary public officer is likely to encounter. Topics include an overview on how to avoid conflicts of interest, legal ethics, allowable fees, and addressing special situations. All materials will be provided, including a website link to the NYS Department of State licensing information and a 68-page Notary Review Guidebook with current glossary terms. Course fee includes a $18 materials fee.

Course will be held in DCC, Room B05

Victor Bujanow, Instructor

NYS Notary Public Law Refresher Course

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Wednesday, 6/4 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm	ZBFP-082 700	20 seats left	$57	Opens 5/14

NYS Notary Signing Agent

If you are currently a New York State notary public and always wanted to explore earning additional income with your current notary commission, this seminar is for you !After completing this basic introductory course, you will have the opportunity to work on a freelance basis in your own independent business by working with mortgage, title and signing companies who will hire you on a per-job assignment, where you may earn from $75 to $150 or more for notarizing and presenting mortgage loan documents. All materials are included in this course, which features a step-by-step guide book, sample loan documents, 20-page mortgage glossary and a YouTube mock loan signing. Course fee includes a $18 materials fee.

Course will be held in DCC, Room B05

Victor Bujanow, Instructor

NYS Notary Signing Agent

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Wednesday, 6/18 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm	ZBFP-078 700	20 seats left	$57	Opens 5/14

Notary Public Review Workshop

This workshop prepares you for the New York State notary public test and will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the notary public’s role. Confusing laws, concepts and procedures will be clearly explained and clarified. Examples will be provided to illuminate situations that a notary public is likely to encounter. Topics include avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining professional ethics, charging proper fees, handling special situations, when to defer to an attorney, and minimizing legal liability. This workshop is a must for candidates who want to become fully aware of the authority, duties and responsibilities involved in becoming a notary. All materials will be provided, including website information, booklets and forms. Also featured is an 80-question practice exam that attempts to emulate the actual New York State mandatory exam. Course fee includes a $18 materials fee.

Course will be held in DCC, Room B05

Victor Bujanow, Instructor

Notary Public Review Workshop

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Wednesday, 6/11 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm	ZBFP-015 700	20 seats left	$57	Opens 5/14

Save Money with Extreme Couponing

Learn how to save money every day with extreme couponing. Coupons are not just for groceries. The savings can add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars every year. This comprehensive workshop will teach you where to find all different types of coupons, even for high-ticket items; how to find the best coupon apps and websites; how to match coupons with sales for maximum savings; and how to find other people to trade coupons and merchandise with. This workshop is taught by someone who has used many couponing secrets to save thousands. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from the class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.

LeeAnne Krusemark, Instructor 

Save Money with Extreme Couponing

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Thursday, 7/10 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm	ZBFP-147 700	20 seats left	$29	Add to Cart

Unlock Your Future: Beginner's Guide to Retirement

Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll demystify the most important retirement accounts and help you build a strong foundation for your future. You’ll learn the ins and outs of 401(k)s, 403(b)s, Traditional and Roth IRAs, and even Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and brokerage accounts. We’ll also cover essential tax planning tips and investment strategies that can maximize your savings. By the end, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of which accounts are right for you—and how to make the most of them. Take the first step towards financial freedom!

Course will be held in WILL, Room 113 

Katelyn Christiansen Instructor

Unlock Your Future: Beginner's Guide to Retirement

Schedule	Section	Seats Left	Cost	Register
Tuesday, 6/3 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm	ZBFP-085 700	30 seats left	$30	Opens 5/14