Mountain BizWorks will host a free, women only three-part series on increasing your financial independence. The series is sponsored by OnTrack Women’s Financial Empowerment Center, and starts Thursday, Feb. 9 from 5:30-7 p.m. at City Lights Cafe located in downtown Sylva.

Here is the three-week agenda:

Part 1: 10 Rules of Money Management — Learn the rules governing smart money management and change your personal finances.

Part 2: Budgeting 101 — Learn how income, expenses, and debt all affect a successful budget and gain tools to help you create a realistic budget.

Part 3: Dealing with Debt — This class addresses the financial and emotional impact of being in debt and discusses the options for managing your debt.    

The series continues on March 8 and April 12 at the same time and place. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

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