Financial Management After Buying a Home

Learn how to effectively manage your finances post-purchase to ensure long-term stability.

Home Maintenance & Emergency Preparedness

Discover essential tips for maintaining your home, handling repairs, and preparing for emergencies.

Legacy Planning for Homeownership

Understand the importance of legacy planning and how to secure your home for future generations.

About the Course

The Post-Purchase Homeownership Education Course is a comprehensive program tailored for new and existing homeowners. It equips you with practical knowledge and tools to successfully manage your home over time, ensuring housing stability and financial well-being. Join us and embark on a journey to responsible homeownership today!

About the Creator

Wyoming Housing Network (WHN) strengthens Wyoming communities by providing quality housing counseling, financial education, and resources that empower individuals and families to reach their housing goals. Through homebuyer education, foreclosure prevention, rental counseling, and financial coaching, WHN helps people build stability, confidence, and long-term success in their housing journey.

Course Curriculum

9 Chapters · 55 Lessons

  1. 1

    Getting Started: Quick Info Form

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      Quick Info Form

  2. 2

    Welcome to Successful Homeownership: Your Guide to Post-Purchase.

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      Welcome

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      Introduction

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      Topics To Cover

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    Module 1: Financial Management After Buying a Home.

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      Overview

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      Why Financial Management Matters

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      Understanding Your Mortgage Payments

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      Escrow account

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      Understanding Your Mortgage Statement

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      Paying extra toward principal

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      Creating a Homeownership Budget

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      Emergency Savings & Financial Planning

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      Understanding Home Equity

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      Avoiding Foreclosure & Financial Hardship

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    Module 2: Homeowners Insurance, Property Taxes & Credit Reports.

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      Overview

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      Why Homeowners Insurance & Property Taxes Matters

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      What is Homeowners Insurance

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      Why Insurance Is Essential

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      Understanding Your Policy

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      Property Taxes Explained

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      Budgeting for Insurance & Taxes

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      Credit Reports after closing on a home

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      Resources for Help

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    Module 3: Home Maintenance, Repairs& Emergency Preparedness.

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      Overview

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      Why Home Maintenance Matters

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      Types of Home Maintenance

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      Seasonal Maintenance

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      Budgeting for Repairs & Maintenance

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      DIY vs. Hiring a Professional

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      Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

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      Preventing Common Home Hazards

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      Emergency Preparedness

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    Module 4: Community & Neighborhood Involvement

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      Overview

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      Why Community Involvement Matters

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      Getting to Know Your Neighbors

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      Neighborhood Associations & HOAs

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      Local Government & Civic Engagement

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      Volunteering & Local Events

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      Community Resources

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    Module 5: Avoiding Scams & Creating Healthy, Safe Homes

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      Overview

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      Common Scams Targeting Homeowners

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      How to Spot a Scam

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      Protecting Your Personal & Financial Information

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      Hiring Legitimate Contractors & Services

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      Home Security & Safety Basics

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      Reporting Scams and Seeking Help

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      Healthy and Safe Homes

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    Module 6: Legacy Planning for Homeownership

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      Overview

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      What Is Legacy Planning

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      The Role of a Will and Estate Plan

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      Understanding a Living Trust

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      Keeping the Home in the Family

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      Protecting Your Legacy

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      Risks of Not Planning

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    Course Survey

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      Survey

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