Topic(s): 
Poverty
Professional Practice
Webinar event date: 
Feb 21, 2023 11:00 am EST
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Webinar Presenters: 

As a Financial Educator with the Credit Counselling Society, Amanda applies her 12 years of experience in the financial sector to develop and present impactful financial wellness webinars and programs. By connecting workplaces and communities to financial education and resources, Amanda strives to create opportunities for people to learn and grow their financial knowledge and wellness. Amanda brings practical, firsthand knowledge with a relatable approach to her discussions about money, drawing on her background in social services, mortgage lending and collections. Amanda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance (CEPF), a licensed Ontario Mortgage Agent and has a Certificate in Addictions and Community Services.

Description

Ever wondered what the difference between a credit score and a credit report was?  Do you know what builds (or reduces) your credit score?  Credit can be very confusing and this can lead to decisions that may impact our overall credit profile.  Decisions and actions that are seemingly positive may actually impact us negatively.

Information is key to making decisions that positively affect our credit and overall financial situation. In the The Truth About Credit workshop, you will learn the following in order to help you support your clients  in their financial wellness:

  • Identify what’s in it for you to be good with your money and credit
  • Identify what is on your credit report and the credit rating system
  • Identify the 5 factors that affect your credit score
  • Check your own credit report
  • Name who may be interested in your credit score/report
  • Identify some myths around credit
  • Identify ways to build your credit and avoid scams