Community Education > Adult Evening Program > Winter/Spring 2008 Schedule of Classes and Workshops > Financial, Business & Legal Workshops

BANKRUPTCY, MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE, & DEBT COLLECTION
Course #202
Cost: $20
Instructor: James V. Monaghan, Attorney
Tuesday (1 Session) 2/12/2008 7:00-9:00PM Indian Valley Middle School –Room C-22

Are you buried in debt? Have you lost a job, or suffered an injury, recently become divorced that has affected your ability to meet your monthly expenses? Learn what resources are available, how to protect your assets & income, & how to “keep your head above water”. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a lot of accurate legal advice from a bankruptcy expert for only a small fee. Don’t wait until you are in serious trouble – address your concerns now! New laws and details will be discussed.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES
Course #518
Cost: $50
Instructor: Brent Thompson, CPA CMA, Canon Capital Management Group, LLC
Guest Speaker: Donald Petrille, Jr, Attorney at Law, Scott Petri & Associates, PC
Indian Crest Junior High -Room A-103
Monday 2/4/2008, Tuesday 2/5/2008 --- Time for Mon. & Tues.: 7:00-9:00PM
Wednesday 2/6/2008, and Thursday 2/7/2008 --- Time for Wed. & Thurs.: 7:00-10:00PM

• Working “on” your business rather than “in” your business will discuss the importance of the owner working as a manager rather than the technician. This is accomplished through systematizing processes so the owner is free to pursue growing the business and enjoying the rewards of ownership.
• The four ways to grow your business will discuss gaining more customers, increasing the number of times a customer returns, increasing the average sale value, and making processes within the business more efficient. It will focus on the importance of increasing sales rather than cutting costs.
• Unique core differentiators will discuss how you can make a business different so customers will want to do business with you instead of your competitors. It will talk about types of differentiators, how to come up with them, and the numerous benefits of having them.
• Key performance indicators are used by management to help evaluate the business development against the plan, as well as the overall operational performance. The class will mainly focus on the definition and development process of key performance indicators.
• Managing cash flow will include an example of how a growing and profitable business can ultimately fail due to poor cash flow planning thus highlighting the importance of matching cash inflows with cash outflows. It will discuss ways to accelerate inflows and delay outflows and have a number of exercises in cash flow management.
• Getting the best valuation on your business will discuss valuation techniques and theory, why a valuation may be necessary, and how to always keep the value of you business high.

SEPARATION & DIVORCE: YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
Course #413
Cost: $20
Instructor: A qualified Attorney/Mediator for Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation
Thursday (1 Session) 3/13/2008 7:00-9:00 PM Indian Crest Jr. High - Room A-103

Confusion. Fear. Anger. Depression. Anxiety. These are all normal emotions for someone who is considering separation or divorce. During separation and divorce, couples must make some of the most important decisions in their lifetime. An Alpha Center Attorney-Mediator will discuss and offer clarity on many of the legal, financial and practical matters that must be considered by both individuals. This informational class will also discuss divorce mediation as an alternative to litigation.

PERSONAL INVESTMENT STRATEGIES
Presented by: William F. Van Sant III & James H.H. Jacobson Certified Financial Planners, Univest
Take the Entire Workshop or One Specialized Class

In a friendly atmosphere, learn how to implement and master techniques that will assist you in creating personal wealth. These financial experts will answer the questions that you most want to know about your financial future. It is never too early or late to start accruing funds to insure your financial independence.

Register using Course # 101 if you are taking all 3 sessions of class - Special Cost: $20 You may also select individual classes and register for each separately by number. Gold Cards may take the 3 Session Workshop counting toward 1 choice

• THREATS TO WEALTH CREATION: TAXES & INFLATION
  Course #104
  Cost: $10 for this session
  Monday (1 Session) February 25, 2008 Indian Valley Middle School - Library 7:00-8:30PM

  Learn how taxes and inflation impact the growth of you assets and ways to counter these threats.

• COMPREHENSIVE RETIREMENT PLANNING
  Course #102
  Cost: $10 for this session
  Monday (1 Session) March 3, 2008 Indian Valley Middle School - Library 7:00-8:30PM

  Discuss the features and benefits of various types of retirement vehicles such as 401K’s, 403B’s, Traditional / Roth IRA’s, and small business plans. Moreover, we will explore personal retirement strategies designed to maximize and preserve your retirement assets.

• INVESTING IN TODAY’S GLOBAL MARKET
  Course #103
  Cost: $10 for this session
  Monday (1 Session) March 10, 2008 Indian Valley Middle School - Library 7:00-8:30PM

  As the global economy continues to expand, we will explore opportunities and risks associated with investing both domestically and internationally.

MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING
A Series of Investment Workshops Presented By Greg McGovern, Edward Jones Investments, Souderton, PA

• FINANCIAL EDUCATION SERIES
  Course #210
  Cost: $25
  Material Fee: $13.75 payable in class
  Each Evening 7:00-9:00PM Indian Crest Junior High – Room A-101

  • Tuesday, February 5, 2008 – Starting Your Investing Journey
  • Tuesday, February 12, 2008 – Moving down the Road to Your Financial Goals
  • Tuesday, February 19, 2008 –Arriving at Retirement
  • Tuesday, February 26, 2008 – Establishing Your Legacy
  For detailed information on each of the above topics, please call the SACE Office – 215-721-1551

• TAX-FREE INVESTING
  Course #230
  Cost: $10
  Tuesday, 3/11/2008 (1 Session) 7:00-8:00PM Indian Crest Junior High – Room A101

• HOW TO RAISE A “MONEY-SMART” CHILD (For Parents & Children)
  Course #214
  Cost: $10(for family group)
  Tuesday (1 Session) March 25, 2008 Indian Valley Middle School – Room C-22

• FINANCIAL WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN INVESTORS
  Course #211
  Cost: $10
  Tuesday (1 Session) April 8, 2008 7:00-9:00PM Indian Crest Junior High – Room A-101

NOTE: All class fees from Investment Classes will be donated to create a scholarship for a SASD senior graduating in June 2008.

PATENT AND PROFIT FROM YOUR INVENTION
Course #332
Cost: $15
Instructor: Eric LaMorte, Patent Attorney, LaMorte and Associates, PC, BS Engineering, Villanova University, Juris Doctorate, Intellectual Property Law, Seton Hall Law School
Wednesday (1 Session) March 5, 2008 7:00-9:30PM High School: Room D-117

Do you have an invention or a new idea? Did you like the show American Inventor? Then, this one night lecture is for you. This class will inform students with all they need to know concerning how to patent and successfully market their invention. Inventors will learn the many pitfalls that exist in the world of inventions, including invention companies and marketing agencies. This course is presented by a Registered Patent Attorney who has successfully obtained over 1000 patents for clients. A good way to get a lot of advice for a small cost!

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Course #341
Cost: $20
Instructor: James V. Monaghan, Attorney at Law
Wednesday (1 Session) 2/13/2008 7:00-9:00PM Indian Valley Middle School – Room C-22

How do you survive if you are hurt & cannot work? Questions about eligibility, litigation, medical care, lump sum settlements & more will be answered so you know your rights under PA law. A terrific way to obtain reliable legal advice at a reasonable cost.

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR BUYING & SELLING A HOME IN TODAY’S rapidly changing real estate MARKET (Trade Secrets for the Savvy Homebuyer)
Course #225
Cost: $25
Instructors: Mike Yahrling, Licensed Mortgage Broker, MY Mortgage Services, Doylestown, Pa and Deloris “Dee” Chaffier, Licensed Real Estate Broker, Swan Real Estate, Telford, Pa
Two Sessions -- Tuesday, March 11 & 18, 2008 Held at the Indian Crest Junior High - Room A-102 - 7:00-9:00PM

This workshop benefits both first-time buyers and current homeowners looking to upgrade. The 2 sessions are taught by industry professionals; Mike Yahrling, Licensed Mortgage Broker, MY Mortgage Services, Doylestown, Pa and Deloris “Dee” Chaffier, Licensed Real Estate Broker, Swan Real Estate, Telford, Pa. Together, they will teach you the smarter way to buy and finance your home in today’s market. Mortgage topics to be covered include: How to identify and improve your credit score. How to pre-qualify and determine your price range according to income & credit. Down payment & reserve escrow requirements. Learn the various mortgage programs available. Real Estate topics to be covered include: Current market trends. What to look for according to your needs and resale. Importance of home inspections. How to make an offer. Understanding title insurance and settlement process. Property disclosures and the importance of a buyer agent. A FREE MORTGAGE PRE-QUALIFICATION AND A FREE CMA (COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS) FOR ALL REAL ESTATE CLASS PARTICIPANTS!