Following the success of the monthly First-Wednesday’s Money-Saving Seminars, the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) has joined the Business Division of the DC Public Library in hosting monthly financial-education seminars and workshops for the rest of 2007. The seminars are designed to help individuals and families reduce debt, save money and build wealth. The goal is to create innovative strategies to motivate Washingtonians to develop better financial habits.

All seminars are held every last Thursday of the month and are free and open to the public. During the presentations, DISB will introduce attendees to DC Saves, a local offshoot of the America Saves campaign, which promotes saving over spending.

WHAT: Financial Education Seminars
WHEN: Last Thursday of the month, from 3 pm to 4:30 pm
WHERE: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G Street, NW, Great Hall
Call (202) 727-1171 for information

FINANCIAL TOPICS: 

• Aug. 30 All About Credit*. A financial education counselor will discuss first-time credit, women and credit, qualifying for a mortgage, understanding your credit report, negotiating with creditors and credit repair. 
• Oct. 30, 6:30-8 pm Tax Tips That Save*
• Dec. 13 All You Need to Know About Having a Mortgage*

For general inquiries about these seminars, contact Michelle Phipps-Evans at (202) 442-7822.