Finance expert Marc Ellis,associate finance professionals, and First Church United Methodist of Coral Springs will organize a “Save our Homes" workshop in Coral Springs this Tuesday.

Ellis will lead an open discussion about ways to proactively avoid foreclosure in many instances. He is expected to talk about practical experiences of some people and will also offer tips on how to negotiate with lenders and credit card companies to get payment plans modified. Tips, techniques, checklists and examples of hardship letters and other correspondence will also be made available.

The mortgage loan modification and credit information workshop is free and open to the public. it will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. on May 19 at First Church United Methodist of Coral Springs, 8650 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs.

Those who are interested can reserve seats by calling Wil Malara toll free at 877-752-4715.