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RENTER EDUCATION

Unlock the keys to confident renting with this comprehensive workshop.

Gain essential knowledge about your rights and obligations as a tenant, learn to craft a realistic budget, and discover strategies to navigate financial hurdles. Understand the importance of credit and renters' insurance, and get clarity on the eviction process, recognizing when legal help may be necessary. You'll also gain insight into different lease types and tenancy agreements. Equipped with practical tools and resources, you'll leave ready to make informed decisions. Plus, you can schedule a personalized counseling session with our HUD-certified experts to help you achieve your specific goals.

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  • Fair Housing

  • Financial Management

  • Credit

  • Insurance

  • Types of Tenancy and Leases

  • Tenant and Landlord Responsibilities

  • Eviction Process and Legal Help

  • Resources

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While our programming is designed for residents ages 18+, we provide financial literacy education for youth upon request and availability. We have worked with local youth groups like Ai3 Leadership Academy to develop knowledge, skills, and habits as a stepping stone to a young person’s path to adult financial well-being. Please contact Maybeth Morales-Davis (maybeth@nestct.org) to learn more about partnering with NEST to uplift your youth.

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Download our NEST Intake Packet. Click on the PDF icon below: 

If you are unable to complete the form due to a functional limitation, please contact Maybeth Morales-Davis (maybeth@nestct.org) and we will do our best to accommodate you in another way. Our office is handicap-accessible. Please call ahead so that we may accommodate your needs.

UPCOMING RENTER EDUCATION WORKSHOPS

  • Renter Education Workshop
    Renter Education Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Aug 31
    Danbury
    Aug 31, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Danbury, 13 Rose St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
    Gain essential knowledge about your rights and obligations as a tenant, learn to craft a realistic budget, and discover strategies to navigate financial hurdles.
  • Pre-Closing Workshop
    Pre-Closing Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 01
    Danbury
    Sep 01, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Danbury, 13 Rose St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
    We offer pre-closing education course FREE of charge to CHFA loan applicants. The pre-closing class provides an overview on a range of financial and practical topics that a homebuyer should understand before completing the homeownership process.
  • Financial Fitness
    Financial Fitness
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 03
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Sep 03, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Would you like to learn how to manage your money? Managing your money isn’t hard, but it takes some “know-how.” Learn to save, review, and understand your credit report, and the basics of borrowing.
  • Pre-Purchase Home Buyer Education Workshop
    Pre-Purchase Home Buyer Education Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 05
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Sep 05, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    We offer pre-closing education course FREE of charge to CHFA loan applicants. The pre-closing class provides an overview on a range of financial and practical topics that a homebuyer should understand before completing the homeownership process.
  • RLT Graduation & Alumni Mixer
    RLT Graduation & Alumni Mixer
    Sat, Sep 05
    LEAD (Waterbury Office)
    Sep 05, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    LEAD (Waterbury Office), 96 Bank St, Waterbury, CT 06702, USA
    Help us celebrate our newest graduates and reconnect with fellow alumni!
  • Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
    Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 08
    Danbury
    Sep 08, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Danbury, 13 Rose St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
    Are you having trouble paying for your mortgage? Do you think you will soon fall behind? Learn about your options around foreclosure prevention.
  • TEST
    TEST
    Wed, Sep 09
    Waterbury ARC
    Sep 09, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    Waterbury ARC, 1929 E Main St, Waterbury, CT 06705, USA
    An open forum opportunity to meet the NEST team and learn about our mission, programs, and volunteer opportunities.
  • NEST Town Hall
    NEST Town Hall
    Thu, Sep 10
    Waterbury ARC
    Sep 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    Waterbury ARC, 1929 E Main St, Waterbury, CT 06705, USA
    An open forum opportunity to meet the NEST team and learn about our mission, programs, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
    Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 10
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Sep 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Are you having trouble paying for your mortgage? Do you think you will soon fall behind? Learn about your options around foreclosure prevention.
  • Renter Education Workshop
    Renter Education Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 15
    Danbury
    Sep 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Danbury, 13 Rose St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
    Gain essential knowledge about your rights and obligations as a tenant, learn to craft a realistic budget, and discover strategies to navigate financial hurdles.
  • Landlord Education
    Landlord Education
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 17
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Sep 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Owning rental property is one way of achieving the dream of homeownership. But, in buying rental property it is not only your home but also your business. Learn the technical, financial and practical aspects involved in owning a rental property, as well as the responsibilities it comes with.
  • Community Food Celebration
    Community Food Celebration
    Sat, Sep 19
    Nature's Ombre
    Sep 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Nature's Ombre, 180 Grand Street, Waterbury, CT 06702
    A Harvest Celebration of Recipes, Food, and Community
  • Financial Fitness
    Financial Fitness
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 22
    Danbury
    Sep 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Danbury, 3 Rose St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
    Would you like to learn how to manage your money? Managing your money isn’t hard, but it takes some “know-how.” Learn to save, review, and understand your credit report, and the basics of borrowing.
  • Pre-Closing Workshop
    Pre-Closing Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 24
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Sep 24, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    We offer pre-closing education course FREE of charge to CHFA loan applicants. The pre-closing class provides an overview on a range of financial and practical topics that a homebuyer should understand before completing the homeownership process.
  • Pre-Purchase Home Buyer Education Workshop
    Pre-Purchase Home Buyer Education Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 26
    Danbury Location is TBD
    Sep 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Danbury Location is TBD
    We offer pre-closing education course FREE of charge to CHFA loan applicants. The pre-closing class provides an overview on a range of financial and practical topics that a homebuyer should understand before completing the homeownership process.
  • Landlord Education
    Landlord Education
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 29
    Danbury
    Sep 29, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Danbury, 3 Rose St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
    Owning rental property is one way of achieving the dream of homeownership. But, in buying rental property it is not only your home but also your business. Learn the technical, financial and practical aspects involved in owning a rental property, as well as the responsibilities it comes with.
  • Financial Fitness
    Financial Fitness
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Oct 01
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Oct 01, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Zoom (via Waterbury office)
    Would you like to learn how to manage your money? Managing your money isn’t hard, but it takes some “know-how.” Learn to save, review, and understand your credit report, and the basics of borrowing.
  • Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
    Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 06
    Danbury
    Oct 06, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Danbury, 13 Rose St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
    Are you having trouble paying for your mortgage? Do you think you will soon fall behind? Learn about your options around foreclosure prevention.

All classes are held from 5:30 - 7:30 PM via Zoom video conference. Once you register for a workshop, a link will be sent to you. We're looking forward to meeting you!

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