Credit 101
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm ET
A strong financial foundation is essential for building a small business. This webinar helps demystify credit and empowers small business owners to take control of their financial future.
Participants will understand:
- what credit is, how it works and why it matters
- credit reports, scores and the key factors that influence them
- how to make informed decisions with confidence
This webinar delivers actionable strategies for building, repairing and maintaining good credit. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls, manage debt effectively and use credit as a tool for opportunity. With a focus on accessibility and real-world application, Credit 101 equips participants with the skills and insights they need to move toward greater financial independence and stability.
Presenter: Kathy Heggebo, VP of Sales, Heartland Credit Restoration, Inc.
Kathy has worked with Heartland for 13 years and has helped thousands of people build, understand and clean up credit issues. She knows that life happens, but credit is fixable. Kathy believes that everyone deserves to become knowledgeable about credit and feel more confident in making decisions.
ASL Interpretation and Captioning will be provided. To make a reasonable accommodation request or if you have questions about this session, please email Laura Thrasher at lthrasher@ndi-inc.org. Please allow at least 3-5 business days’ advance notice; last-minute requests will be accepted but may not be possible to fulfill.
The contents of this webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices, models, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of, adaptations of, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed, or materials provided by any Federal agency (EDGAR 75.620).
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