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CHN offers free financial coaching and homebuyer education

We have multiple options for financial literacy and homebuyer education to help meet your busy schedule.  

Can't make our classes? Self-paced homebuyer education is available through Framework for a fee. 

216-881-8443

What Homeownership Class is Right for You?

The Homebuyer Education Certificate Course is for you!

Offered in-person and virtually, instructors prepare students for homeownership. This 8-hour course meets HUD and National Industry Standards for Homebuyer Education and will equip you for long-term homeownership. A certificate is issued upon course completion (valid for one year after course completion).

Register for the Homebuyer Education Certificate Course

Looking for a self-paced option?

FRAMEWORK is a $75 online course that meets the counseling requirements for HUD homebuyer programs.

Register for FRAMEWORK

Homebuyer Basics lays the groundwork to the homebuying process!

A HUD-certified counselor will provide an overview of the homebuying process in this free class. Topics include getting finances mortgage-ready, the key players you will need to know during the homebuying process, first-time homebuyer programs and how to research financial products and determine which are right for you. No certificate is issued upon the completion of this class.

Register for Homebuyer Basics

Our Financial Capabilities Classes are for you! 

Take one class or the whole series to improve your financial health and work towards your goals. 

  • Smart Goals & Values: Learn how to create successful financial goals and understand your beliefs, attitudes and behaviors that drive your financial choices. 
  • Income, Spending & Budgeting: Learn how to create successful budgets and spending plans that work with your income. 
  • Credit & Debt Management: Learn how to raise your credit score, maintain a good credit score and lower debt impacting your score. 

Register for Financial Capabilities Classes

What Homebuyer Class is Best for You?

Whether you are taking a homebuyer education class for a lending requirement or you are just starting on your homeownership journey, CHN has a financial education class for you! With in-person, virtual and self-paced options, every schedule is accounted for. 

Homebuyer Education: If you have started house hunting, Homebuyer Education is for you! This 8-hour course meets HUD and National Industry Standards for Homebuyer Education and will equip you for long-term homeownership. A certificate is issued upon course completion.

Homebuyer Basics: Start here if you are just beginning your financial and homeownership journey! 

Financial Capabilities Classes: If you are just getting started on your homeownership journey and want to equip yourself with practical financial information, start here! Class topics include creating financial goals, understanding and improving credit score and budgeting and spending plans. Sign up for one or two classes or take the whole series! 

Self-Paced: Looking for a self-paced and flexible way to complete your homeownership education course? FRAMEWORK is a $75 online course that meets the counseling requirements for HUD homebuyer programs.

To get started visit FRAMEWORK™

Upcoming Classes

Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Class held in-person at CHN (3711 Chester Avenue) from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. 

Have you begun hunting for your home? The Homebuyer Education Series if for you! This 8-hour course (2-hours for four consecutive sessions) meets HUD and National Industry Standards for Homebuyer Education and will equip you for long-term homeownership. 

Please note: This course meets education for HUD-approved down payment assistance programs. Upon completion of the course, a Homebuyer Education certificate will be issued (valid for one year from course completion date). 

Register for Homebuyer Education

This class will guide students through creating successful goals, aligning the goals with values and understanding how beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors drive your financial decisions.

A Zoom link will be provided after registration. 

Register for Clear and Confident Money Choices here

This class covers income, spending and budgeting. The instructor will walk students through how to create successful budgets aligned with income and spending plans as well as understanding income and identifying ways to increase income, if needed.

A Zoom link will be provided after registration. 

Register for Cash Flow Control here

This class walks students through how to understand and raise their credit score, maintain a strong credit score and lower debt.

A Zoom link will be provided after registration. 

Register for Credit Clean Up here

Just getting started on your financial and homeownership journey? Start at Homebuyer Basics. During this free class, a HUD-certified instructor will walk you through the homebuying process, local resources and programs to assist you, tips and tricks for getting homebuyer ready and our instructor will answer any questions you may have.

Please note: No certificate is issued upon completion of this course.

Register for Homebuyer Basics

Monday, May 4th, 2026 through Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Class held virtually in the evenings from 6pm-8pm

Have you begun hunting for your home? The Homebuyer Education Series if for you! This 8-hour course (2-hours for four consecutive sessions) meets HUD and National Industry Standards for Homebuyer Education and will equip you for long-term homeownership. 

Please note: This course meets education for HUD-approved down payment assistance programs. Upon completion of the course, a Homebuyer Education certificate will be issued (valid for one year from course completion date). 

Register for Homebuyer Education

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Gain the skills and confidence to take control of your finances.

Our financial counseling and education services provide expert guidance on budgeting, debt management, credit improvement, and long-term financial planning. Whether you're facing financial challenges or just want to make smarter money decisions, we’re here to help. Start your journey to financial stability today! Most services are free of charge, so call today at 216-881-8443! 

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