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New on the blog: "Stress and Financial Decision Making" by Edris Tucker, AFC® Financial decisions are hard enough—add stress, and they can feel impossible. In this candid and insightful post, Edris shares how our behavior ties into the way we handle money under pressure. Learn what might be sabotaging your decision-making—and what to do about it. Discover how planning ahead can reduce stress and improve your financial outcomes. Explore tools and coaching support available through CommunityWorks to help you move forward with confidence. Read the full post now and start building less stress into your financial decision-making. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ezdjNjsw #FinancialWellness #BusinessSupport #CommunityWorks #MoneyMindset #FinancialCoaching

CommunityWorks is proud to have supported the Lakeview development from Homes of Hope, Inc. through our Affordable Housing Development Lending program, helping bring new affordable homes to life in the Berea community. We’re honored to support Homes of Hope and their mission and the work of local nonprofits creating brighter futures for low-to-moderate income families. Homes of Hope is transforming lives, and we’re grateful to walk alongside them in expanding access to safe, stable housing. Want to learn more about how CommunityWorks supports projects like this? Visit our website. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gMybPHSX

We’re hiring! Want to make a real impact in South Carolina? Join the CommunityWorks team and help create brighter futures for underserved people and places. We’re seeking a Loan Officer to source, structure, underwrite, and close small business and nonprofit loans, while managing a portfolio of community development clients. This role is key to expanding access to capital for entrepreneurs and organizations and consists of working closely with our team to deliver an excellent client experience while maintaining sound credit practices. Apply using the link below, or email your resume to careers@cwcarolina.org. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eTfgrwbx

Our final Empowered by CommunityWorks story features Rejeaner Landrum Burney, the unstoppable force behind Fly Girlz and Guyz in Spartanburg, SC. What started as a teenage hobby turned into a full-service beauty business thanks to her hustle, faith, and relentless drive to keep growing and learning. Rejeaner’s story is a powerful reminder that passion, paired with hard work and support from partners like CommunityWorks, can build a strong foundation. Check out the story in our Empowered by CommunityWorks series. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/egEnNye5 #EmpoweredByCommunityWorks #FlyGirlzAndGuyz #GritAndGrowth #WomenEntrepreneurs #SpartanburgBusiness #SmallBusinessJourney

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Take Your Business to the Next Level with MicroEntrepreneur Training! Learn how to choose a business idea, develop a business plan, develop a marketing plan, understand market analyses, explore financing options, assess risk management, develop a customer service philosophy, and other relevant entrepreneurial skills. MicroEntrepreneur Training will take place online via Zoom on Wednesdays from August 8th 12th to October 15th, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. The cost is $45 per participant. Learn more and register using the link. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eGnV_mf3 #CommunityWorks #BusinessPlanning #Workshops #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSupport #BuildingCommunity #Innovation #Growth #EmpoweringEntrepreneurs #SuccessStories

We’re teaming up with the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce for "Coffee with CommunityWorks." Learn more about the programs and resources CommunityWorks offers to support local entrepreneurs, aspiring homeowners, and individuals building financial wellness. 📅 July 15 | 8:30–9:30 AM 📍 Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce 432 N. Main Street, Anderson, SC 29621 No registration required — just stop by and say hello!

📣 This month, our Business Center Orientation will be on Wednesday, July 9! Are you thinking about starting or growing a business? Buying a home? Improving your finances? Or exploring how you can partner with us? This free virtual session will walk you through all the ways CommunityWorks can support your goals. 🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 💻 Virtual via Zoom https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eUWSDiKt Learn how CW can support you—wherever you are on your journey. #CommunityWorks #BusinessCenterOrientation #Entrepreneurship #FinancialWellness #AffordableHousing #SCBusiness #NonprofitSupport #SmallBusinessSupport

In this month’s blog, our Homebuyer Assistance Coordinator, Tanisha Jackson, shares how down payment assistance gave her the stability she needed to build a brighter future. 🏡 Read how Down Payment Assistance helped her unlock the door to homeownership and how it can help you too. Her story busts common myths and shows how CommunityWorks is helping first-time buyers across SC take the leap. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/e-U3WeAU #HomeownershipJourney #DownPaymentAssistance #CommunityWorks #FirstTimeBuyer #CommunityDriven

🏡 June is National Homeownership Month! At CommunityWorks, we believe that every family deserves the opportunity to experience the stability, security, and long-term benefits of homeownership—from building generational wealth to creating a place where memories are made. But for many, the upfront costs can be a barrier. That’s why we offer Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Programs designed to make homeownership more attainable. Some of these programs are location-based, and others are available through partnerships with municipalities and healthcare systems, specifically for employees who serve our communities every day. Whether you're a first-time buyer or just beginning to explore your options, we're here to help you take the next step with confidence. Learn more about how we can support your path to homeownership by clicking the link in the bio. #NationalHomeownershipMonth #CommunityWorks #AffordableHousing #BuildingGenerationalWealth #HomeownershipMatters #DownPaymentAssistance #ClosingCostHelp