News - Greylock Federal Credit Union to host workshops on home ownership, estate planning

Greylock Federal Credit Union will host free community workshops in November and December on home ownership and estate planning. “Preparing for Home Ownership,” a workshop targeting first-time buyers looking to purchase a home over the next two years, will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. Nov. 18, via Zoom. The class covers budgeting, building a strong credit history, insurance requirements, renting versus owning, and owning a single-family home versus a duplex. A Spanish version of “Preparing for Home Ownership” will be available from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Dec. 1, at the Greylock Community Empowerment Center, 75 Kellogg St., with a Zoom option. An Estate Planning webinar will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 9, via Zoom. The workshop guides people through necessary considerations after death. Participants will learn how to put their financial affairs in order and ways to protect their loved ones from dealing with extra costs, barriers and frustration. For information and to register, visit greylock.org/CEC.