Assistant Director, Division of Financial Practices, FTC At the FTC, we sue abusive debt collectors and try to do right by people who’ve been harmed by unlawful practices. But we also try to protect people from being harmed in the first place. That’s exactly why I’m here: to warn you about debt collectors calling about …
Scammers are trying to get personal information from people by pretending to help with applications for disability benefits and claims. A recent alert from the Social Security Inspector General warns of this phishing scam, and —whether or not you’ve started an application for benefits — these scammers could contact you. They’re taking a shot in …
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You’re scanning the shelves at a local pharmacy, grocery, or convenience store, and your eyes land on a sales tag. At first glance, it looks like you can get a product for a deep discount. But take a closer look. Will you get a discount today? Or will you have to pay the full price …
The devastation caused by earthquakes in Ecuador and Japan have left people asking how they can h If you’re looking for a way to give, the Federal Trade Commission urges you to do some research to ensure that your donation will go to a reputable organization that will use the money as promised. Urgent appeals …
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Seventy-one percent of non-homeowners repaying their student loans on time believe their debt is stymieing their ability to purchase a home, and slightly over half of all borrowers say they expect to be delayed from buying by more than five years. This is according to a new joint survey on student loan debt and housing released by …
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Back in the day, unwinding once the clock hit 5 P.M. meant a pow-wow with coworkers at a local watering hole. But as work pressures have exponentially increased—admit it, you check office email in bed—lowering your cortisol levels requires more than just a happy hour. In fact, a study released by the Harvard and Stanford …
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CREDIT BUILDER BLUEPRINT® What is missing in the credit credit service organization industry? Communication… And not the standard communication concerning an update on a file and the dispute process. I am talking about REAL communication, consulting, advising, coaching, however you want to describe it. You need communication. Communication that is inspiring… cultivating accountability. There are …
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Educate yourself now and enjoy a more secure financial future. As a young adult, in most cases, the initial step to building credit will be to obtain a credit card that reports to all three national credit bureaus, Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian. This can be a major step for your financial future because it is …
Excessive debt is the biggest worry of most people. Financial issues are one of the leading contributors to divorce and suicide. We are provided with many opportunities to increase our debt, but getting out of debt can be especially challenging. Think about all the credit card offers and financing opportunities you’re faced with every day …
