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ACCOUNTING SERVICES
BOOKKEEPER/BOOKKEEPING
(a)
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A course for beginning and
advanced students, beginners learn how to set up books, process business
transactions, and do end-of-period reporting for a simple business. Advanced
students learn more complicated bookkeeping for a merchandising business and
study special subjects such as payroll, depreciation, bad debts, and
corporate accounting. Skills learned can help obtain employment as an
account clerk or bookkeeper.
Knowledge of bookkeeping is
strongly recommended for success in QuickBooks Pro.
Materials are approximately
$60.
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs |
Days |
Time |
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62603 |
Gomshay |
Alvarado |
2 |
$40 |
4/8 |
8 |
Tue |
1-3:30pm |
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62613 |
Gomshay |
Alvarado |
2 |
$40 |
4/8 |
8 |
Tue |
6:45-9:15pm |
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62604 |
Gomshay |
Alvarado |
2 |
$30 |
6/17 |
8 |
Tue |
1-3:30pm |
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62614 |
Gomshay |
Alvarado |
2 |
$30 |
6/17 |
8 |
Tue |
6:00-8:30pm |
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HOW TO MAKE A FORTUNE PURCHASING PRE-FORECLOSURES,
SHORT SALES AND
REOS PROPERTIES OUT OF STATE(c)
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The real estate boom is over, so
now what? Markets change smart investors adapt. Think outside your
“California Box.” This class will show the dramatic and sudden drop in real
estate values nationwide, how to buy “pre-developments” home sites in the
best areas, how to buy foreclosure properties and REO bank and savings and
loan foreclosures in the best locations in the US for appreciation and cash
flow and much more.
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs |
Days |
Time |
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43213 |
Yee |
Alvarado |
TBA |
$15 |
5/7 |
1 |
Wed |
6-9:30pm |
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43214 |
Yee |
Serra |
5 |
$10 |
7/23 |
1 |
Wed |
6-8:30pm |
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THE INTELLIGENT INVESTOR (c)
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Learn about the basic investment definitions and
concepts, stock selection, p/e ratio, ROE, p/e growth, dividend yield and
total return calculations. This class explores the investment experience of
three of the most investment managers ever, Benjamin Graham, Warren Buffett,
and Peter Lynch. |
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Dates |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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49343 |
Alm |
Serra |
9 |
$12 |
4/12 |
1 |
Sat |
9-11:00 am |
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CREDIT
SCORING (c)
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Your FICO score, the rating of
your personal consumer credit, has an enormous impact on your ability to
obtain financing of any kind, not to mention how favorable the terms of that
financing will be. In this one session class, you will learn how the credit
scoring model works, as well as what factors compose your credit score and
how these factors are weighted. You will come away from the class with an
understanding of the dos and don’ts of building and maintaining stellar
credit, knowledge which can save you thousands of dollars over the course of
your lifetime.
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs |
Days |
Time |
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40703 |
Rogerson |
Serra |
9 |
$10 |
4/19 |
1 |
Sat |
10-12 pm |
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40704 |
Rogerson |
Serra |
8 |
$10 |
6/28 |
1 |
Sat |
10-12 pm |
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FINANCIAL
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL RETIREMENT (c)
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This informative course is for
everyone planning retirement and those currently in retirement. Your
instructor is a tax professional and Certified Financial Planner. Various
investment options are explained in detail (stocks, bonds, mutual funds,
annuities, risk management, tax and estate planning) you will learn how to
get the most from your money in retirement. A comprehensive individual
financial analysis is included for every student. Fee includes all materials. |
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Meetings |
Days |
Time |
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49303 |
Egan |
Serra |
9 |
$35 |
5/7 |
4 |
Wed |
7-9:30pm |
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CHANGE YOUR JOB &
CHANGE YOUR LIFE... NOW
CREATE YOUR OWN LUCK (c)
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In this inspirational seminar
you'll learn the how-to's and magic of phone power, specific resources to
launch or rejuvenate your job search. Secrets will be shared on how to
find the right job with the right earnings potential without sacrificing any
personal or lifestyle constraints, location requirements, or conveniences of
any kind! In addition, learn about an emerging and frequently overlooked
industry where many companies now offer top pay (some even six figure
income) and benefits, family flexible work schedules (F/T & P/T), and some
work from home opportunities. A list of Bay Area employers will be
shared. Fee includes 409 page "how to" handbook and CD at a fee $59
payable to the instructor. |
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Dates |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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16503 |
Drevno |
Serra |
9 |
$10 |
5/8 |
1 |
Thu |
7-9:00pm |
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ADVANCED INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
(c)
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This course is designed to
emphasize the importance of avoiding mistakes that may cost you thousands of
dollars. Your instructor is a tax professional and Certified Financial
Planner. Learn how to react to a changing stock market. You will learn to
compare market indicators, understand volatility versus percentages, how to
protect your principal, and much more. You will analyze terms like market
risk, inflation risk and interest rate risk. You will learn about advanced
portfolio diversification strategies and dollar cost averaging. An
individual analysis is included for every student.
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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49333 |
Egan |
Serra |
9 |
$26 |
5/8 |
3 |
Thu |
7-9:30 pm |
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starting a business from scratch
(c)
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This class, presented in partnership with the
City of Richmond, Richmond Public Library, and the SBA, will cover the basic
steps of starting your own small business. Topics will include: assessing
your business readiness; managing your personal finances, market research,
and business idea feasibility. Sponsored by Richmond Public Library,
Richmond Office of Economic Development, the Mechanics Bank Community
Development Corporation and West Contra Costa Adult Education.
Course # Instructor Site Room Fee Starts Mtgs.
Days Time 42633 Staff Rich Lib* Comm FREE 3/17 3 Mon 6:0-9:00 pm
*Richmond Library is located at 325
Civic Center Plaza, Richmond. For more information call (510) 620-6561.
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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42633 |
Egan |
Serra |
9 |
$26 |
5/15 |
3 |
Thu |
7-9:30 pm |
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RECRUITMENT INTERVIEWER WORKSHOP
(c)
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Learn how to get the most out of
your interviews..
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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52503 |
Donofino |
Alvarado |
1 |
$32 |
4/9 |
4 |
Wed |
6:30-8:30 pm |
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improve your interviewer skills
(c)
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Learn how to get the most out of
your interviews. |
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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52513 |
Donofino |
Alvarado |
1 |
$24 |
5/8 |
3 |
Thu |
6:30-8:30 pm |
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business planning
(c)
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Presented by Renaissance
Entrepreneurship Center, this class will help you clarify your business
ideas and take the necessary steps to business start up and growth. Classes
will address business marketing, finance, operations and networking.
Co-sponsored by Richmond Public Library, Richmond Office of Economic
Development and the Mechanics Bank Community Development Corporation.
*Richmond Library
is located at 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond |
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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Staff |
Rich Lib* |
1 |
$32 |
4/7 |
4 |
Wed |
6:30-8:30 pm |
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HOW YOU CAN
PROFIT
BY BUYING DISTRESSED PROPERTIES
(c)
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Each year in California there are
tens of thousands of REOs (Real Estate Owned) properties available for
purchase, and estimates are this number will increase significantly next
year. These properties often sell at a much lower price than the original
loan amount. Qualification is easy for loans and low interest rates are
often available, and even low down payments can be had as well. Learn the
techniques of purchasing pre-foreclosures, REOs with low down payments of as
little as zero to three percent, which neighborhoods have the greatest
potential for home appreciation, how to buy new properties, and how to flip
Ugly Ducklings.
No host lunch, 12:30-1:30 pm.
Seminar cost: $49 per
person/$79 per couple.
$15 materials fee payable to
the instructor at the door.
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Dates |
Meetings |
Days |
Time |
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43204 |
Smith |
Serra |
6 |
$49/$79 |
6/14 |
1 |
Sat |
9 am- 4 pm |
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BECOME A NOTARY PUBLIC OR RENEW IN A DAY
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State approved
class for new and renewing notaries. The law requires mandatory education
for all applicants who are new or renewing their commissions. This class
meets the State mandatory requirement. Learn how to perform notarial acts,
step by step
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Check in...Please
arrive 15 minutes prior to start time.
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Late arrivals will not be
admitted. Applicants must be present for entire 6 hours of instruction.
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Applicants
must be present for the entire 6 hours of instruction.
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Current DMV
issued drivers license/ID or passport required.
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Bring a
snack/lunch #2 pencils and highlighter to class.
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A proof of
completion will be issued after class.
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If
you fail the state exam, you may retake the class once again.
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Materials included in fee
To take the
exam on the same day as the class you must bring a separate check for $40
payable to the CA Secretary of State, Proper ID and two #2 pencils.
Registration and materials fee cash only.
For further eligibility requirements see
www.notaryclasses.net
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Course # |
Instructor |
Site |
Room |
Fee |
Starts |
Mtgs. |
Days |
Time |
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40203 |
Staff |
Serra |
3 |
$100 |
5/10 |
1 |
Sat |
8:30 am-4:30
pm |
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40204 |
Staff |
Serra |
3 |
$100 |
7/19 |
1 |
Sat |
8:30 am-4:30
pm |
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40214 |
Staff |
Serra |
3 |
$100 |
7/26 |
1 |
Sat |
8:30 am-4:30
pm |
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NOTARY PUBLIC
ON-LINE CLASS (c)
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State approved
class for new and renewing notaries. Become a notary or renew your notary
commission. The law requires mandatory education for all applicants who are
new or renewing their commissions. This At Home-Notary Education Program
satisfies the State notary education requirements, fast and convenient, no
need to wait for materials in the mail or for a live-class schedule. You may
print out the on-line workbook. Take as long as you need to finish the
class.
This class is on going, register at any time. To take the On-line class:
Come to the office to register and receive the information to access the
on-line program and on-line workbook. REGISTRATION FEE IS $55 cash only.
To take the State Exam:
Log on to
https://notary.cps.ca.gov/ or call (916) 263-3520 to schedule a testing
date. You may register for the exam at any time. Taking the education class
prior to the exam is recommended.
The fee for
the State Exam is $40 and is paid directly to the State.
Proper
identification is required.
For Notary
questions please contact the instructor, Pat
Meyer at info@notaryclasses.net Course #40242
PLEASE DO NOT
BRING CHILDREN TO CLASS.
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