On Friday, November 14,  2014 from 9:30-11:30am, the Philadelphia Senior Center will host Senior Financial Smarts, a workshop designed for senior citizens but beneficial for all ages who want to protect their finances and assets and learn more about home improvement resources.

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The Office of Property Assessment has extended the application deadline for their Homestead Exemption program through Monday, December 1st. This program will offer real estate tax relief by reducing the taxable portion of a property by $30,000 dollars offering an average yearly saving of $402 dollars. Only primary residences are eligible for the Homestead Exemption program. Applicants are encourage to apply as early as possible so that saving can be reflected in their 2015 real estate tax bill. To apply online, visit the link here.

Senior Citizen Real Estate Tax Freeze Program Accepting Applications

On Wednesday, March 26 11:30am join the Urban Affairs Coalition, the Marcellus Shale Coalition, and the African American Chamber of Commerce for a panel discussion on Marcellus Shale opportunities for Small Businesses in the Philadelphia region.  Come learn about small business opportunities in the natural gas production industry for Philadelphia's regional businesses from experts associated with the Marcellus Shale Coalition.