A Place of My Own
In this course, you will get the background you need to find a place to live, live as independently as possible, maintain your home, and understand your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
Your Instructor
Catherine Boyle is the president of Autism Housing Pathways, a non-profit dedicated to helping people with developmental disabilities find sustainable housing options. She is a commissioner of the Winchester (Massachusetts) Housing Authority, a
member of the Winchester Housing Partnership Board, and has completed
over 60 hours of housing counseling training.
Course Curriculum
Course overview
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Module 1: Getting ready to rent
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StartModule 1: Overview (1:21)
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StartModule 1, Lesson 1: an overview of the rental process (2:15)
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StartModule 1, Lesson 2: Assessing skills (3:31)
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StartModule 1, Lesson 3: Budgeting (2:18)
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StartModule 1, Lesson 4: Making a financial plan (4:31)
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StartModule 1, Lesson 5: Your financial reputation (2:55)
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StartModule 1, Lesson 6: Action Plan (2:06)
Module 2: The rental process
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StartModule 2: Overview (2:36)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 1: The pre-rental process, part 1 – What can you afford? What are landlords looking for? (4:29)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 2: The Pre-Rental Phase – What Can You Afford (Part 2)? What Are Landlords Looking For? (5:36)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 3: The Pre-Rental Phase – Finding the Right Place (Location) (3:08)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 4: The Pre-Rental Phase – Features of the Unit, Including the Type of Unit (3:31)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 5: The Pre-Rental Phase – Renting from a Property Management Company Vs. a Private Landlord (3:44)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 6: The Pre-Rental Phase – Finding the Unit (Part 1) (4:43)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 7: The Pre-Rental Phase -- Finding the Unit (Part 2) (5:25)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 8: The Rental Phase -- Completing the Application, Part 1: Learning about Applications (7:26)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 9: The Rental Phase – Completing the Application, Part 2: Submitting Applications (3:22)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 10: The Rental Phase – Providing the Security Deposit and Keeping Records (6:03)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 11: The Rental Phase – Reviewing and Signing the Lease (3:47)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 12: The Post-Rental Phase – Making Insurance Arrangements (7:18)
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StartModule 2, Lesson 13: The Post-Rental Phase – Moving (including changing your address with the post office) (9:00)
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.