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Sail Clear of Flood-Damaged Cars
November 15, 2022
By Colleen Tressler, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC - November 15, 2022 Shopping for a car? With new...
Read More8 Tips to Save Money at the Pump
November 9, 2022
No amount of wishful thinking will lower prices at the pump. Instead, focus on efforts that will make a difference—follow...
Read MoreWhen 0% Isn’t Your Best Deal
January 13, 2021
When 0% Interest Isn’t Your Best Auto Loan When it comes to auto loans, a 0% interest rate is a...
Read MoreHow to Save Hundreds (Even Thousands) on your Next Vehicle
January 13, 2021
How to Save Hundreds (Even Thousands) on your Next Vehicle Avoid classic car-buying errors—and save money! How much money do...
Read MoreHow to Get a Great Price on Your Car
January 13, 2021
How to Get a Great Price on Your Next Car Are you thinking of buying a car, but want to...
Read More3 Things You Need to Know Before You Buy a New Car
January 13, 2021
3 Things You Need to Know Before You Buy a New Car There are many things to consider before purchasing...
Read MoreCollege Planning Articles
By Terri Miller, FTC.gov The U.S. Department of Education recently announced another extension of the student loan payment pause. This time...
Read MoreOctober 5, 2021 by Carly Johnson Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC Watch Out for FAFSA Scammers If...
Read MoreCollege graduates - spend your gift money wisely! Congratulations! You just graduated from college. While it may be tempting to...
Read MoreBy Edmit College Planning Key Takeaways: Start with the full cost - including all categories of expenses. Then, look for...
Read MoreWays to Save in College
January 13, 2021
Going off to college is an exciting time! One very important skill you’ll need is learning how to save while...
Read MoreTips for Living in your First Apartment
January 13, 2021
Create a budget – Before choosing an apartment, figure out all your expenses like food,utilities, transportation and entertainment. Estimate your monthly...
Read MoreYouth Articles
Holidays Are Rich With Teachable Moments
November 30, 2023
Wise parents know that you’re teaching your kids even when you’re not teaching your kids. For example, you don’t begin...
Read MoreTeaching Children About Money
April 2, 2021
By Banzai Financial Literacy One of the most important things you can teach children is how to manage money and...
Read MoreMath – The Common Denominator
January 25, 2021
Math-The Common Denominator for Saving Money by Alex, age 11 Most kids think math isn’t very useful in everyday life....
Read MoreBack to School Savings for All Ages
January 13, 2021
According to the National Retail Federation, the average American household spends $685 on back-to-school shopping for children in elementary through...
Read MoreScam and Fraud Articles
Knowledge Is The Key To Combatting Fraud
March 20, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission received fraud reports from 2.6 million consumers in 2023. The most commonly reported scams were imposter...
Read MoreBy Alvaro Puig, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Many impersonation schemes start with a call about a routine problem, like suspicious...
Read MoreScammers Hide Harmful Links In QR Codes To Steal Your Information
December 13, 2023
By Alvaro Puig, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC QR codes seem to be everywhere. You may have scanned one to see...
Read MoreSlow your scroll: Spot and avoid social media giveaway scams
December 8, 2023
By Terri Miller, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC You may have heard us say when you’re shopping online, check things out...
Read MoreSecure Your Mobile Wallet
December 8, 2023
There are many mobile applications that allow you to carry out most of your personal finance transactions online and on...
Read MoreSafeguarding Seniors: Combatting Financial Scams with Vigilance
December 8, 2023
Elder financial scams are on the rise, with a nearly 50 percent increase in suspected fraud against seniors in 2023...
Read MoreBy: Gema de las Heras, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Found a job listing to telework as a Spanish translator or...
Read MoreIs That Really a Text From My Credit Union?
December 8, 2023
By CUNA and Armco Credit Union Friday, December 8, 2023 There has been a significant rise lately in phishing scams....
Read MoreDon’t Fall for Gift Card Scams
June 1, 2023
Gift cards are extremely popular, to give as well as to get. They’re a convenient way to treat someone to...
Read MoreRecognizing the Geek Squad Renewal Scam
December 8, 2022
by Alvaro Puig, FTV.gov, Oct. 25, 2022 Scammers are at it again, impersonating well-known businesses and trying to rip people...
Read MoreWatch Out For Unexpected Texting Scams
December 8, 2022
by Gema de las Heras, FTC.gov, Aug. 8, 2022 Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the...
Read MoreHow to Spot and Report Tech Support Scams
December 8, 2022
By The Federal Trade Commission Tech support scammers want you to believe you have a serious problem with your computer,...
Read MoreDon’t Let Scammers Make You Pay for Student Loan Forgiveness
August 26, 2022
By K. Michelle Grajales, August 26, 2022, FTC.gov You’ve probably already heard about the new government plan that will forgive...
Read MoreUnclaimed Package Texting Scams are Rising
August 9, 2022
By Gema de las Heras, FTC.gov, August 8, 2022 Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the...
Read MoreProtecting Yourself from Medicare Fraud
June 7, 2022
By Bridget Small, FTC.gov Last year, the FTC got almost a million reports about impersonation scammers — fake government agents, pretend grandkids,...
Read MoreBy Terri Miller, FTC.gov The U.S. Department of Education recently announced another extension of the student loan payment pause. This time...
Read MoreGetting the Right Records May Help Solve Identity Theft
April 15, 2022
By Rosario Mendez, Federal Trade Commission April 13, 2022 Let’s say you learn that an identity thief took out credit...
Read MoreDon’t Get Scammed With Texts from Your Number
April 14, 2022
By Andrew Rayo, Federal Trade Commission April 11, 2022 Scammers are always thinking up ways to put a new spin...
Read MoreSecuring Your Home WiFi Network
March 30, 2022
Article By: The Federal Trade Comission March 25, 2022 How To Secure Your Home Wi-Fi Network Your home...
Read MoreFinancial Wellness Articles
Secure Your Mobile Wallet
December 8, 2023
There are many mobile applications that allow you to carry out most of your personal finance transactions online and on...
Read MoreLife Change To-Do Lists
December 8, 2023
By: Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 Life changes, such as getting married, divorced, having a child, or...
Read MoreDrop the fees and start enjoying free checking
December 8, 2023
By: Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 There are roughly 10 different kinds of checking accounts available to...
Read More6 Steps Toward Financial Well-being
December 8, 2023
By Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 Many people make New Year's resolutions each January, but only about...
Read MoreDIY Ideas for Holiday Gifts
November 30, 2023
The holidays are a great time of year, bringing family and friends together to express their love and create happy...
Read MoreHolidays Are Rich With Teachable Moments
November 30, 2023
Wise parents know that you’re teaching your kids even when you’re not teaching your kids. For example, you don’t begin...
Read MoreCredit Reports: The Building Blocks of Financial Wellness
November 27, 2023
Credit reports can affect your financial well-being by impacting various aspects of your life such as your mortgage rate, vehicle...
Read MoreFree Credit Reports Available Weekly
July 25, 2023
By: Armco Credit Union & the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau updated Nov. 24, 2023. Free Credit Reports Available Weekly We...
Read MoreBudget for Christmas in July
July 17, 2023
By Credit Union National Association Pondering Christmas in July is a good idea if it gets you saving. The average...
Read MoreFive Steps to Organizing Your Finances
December 27, 2022
Do you know your net worth? Or how much you spend each month, and on what? Or how much you...
Read MoreCredit Karma Told to Halt Deceptive “Pre-Approved” Credit Offers
December 13, 2022
By Seena Gressin, September 1, 2022, FTC.gov If you’re shopping for a credit card or loan, the only words sweeter...
Read MoreOnline Shopping Retailers and Rights
June 30, 2021
June 30, 2021 by Colleen Tressler Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC Shopping Online? Know your Retailer and your...
Read MoreOnline Shopping Tips
June 29, 2021
June 18, 2021 by Alvaro Puig Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Ahh, summer. Ten sweet yet short weeks to enjoy some...
Read MoreHome Articles
The Best Time to Buy Your Favorite Products
December 8, 2023
Life Change To-Do Lists
December 8, 2023
DIY Ideas for Holiday Gifts
November 30, 2023
What Newbie Home Buyers Need To Know
August 3, 2023
The missing piece of your mortgage
September 26, 2022
Securing Your Home WiFi Network
March 30, 2022
5 Projects That Add Value to Your Home
March 23, 2021
Home $weet Home
March 22, 2021