Consumer Action INSIDER – May 2012 What’s Consumer Action been up to? Among other things we’ve been tackling student aid, credit cards, generic drugs and CFPB funding. Also, our MoneyWi$e ID theft materials have been updated with more helpful resources for community trainers. Hotline Chronicles fields a question about maternity care coverage. This and more in our latest issue of the Insider. ( Monday, April 30, 2012 )
Library: English | Reloadable Prepaid Cards - Educational Videos "Reloadable Prepaid Cards" and "Choosing and Managing a Reloadable Prepaid Card" are two short educational videos designed to educate consumers about the pros and cons of this alternative to debit and credit cards. Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012
Library: English | Prepaid Cards An alternative to credit and debit cards Learn how reloadable prepaid cards are different from other forms of “plastic,” how to select the best prepaid card for your needs, how to reduce card costs and how to manage your card account wisely. Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012
Library: English | Questions and Answers about Choosing and Using Prepaid Cards The prepaid cards training manual can help answer many questions about reloadable prepaid cards, on everything from loading and using a card to card policies and protections. Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012
Library: Spanish | Tarjetas prepagadas Una alternativa a las tarjetas de crédito y de débito Infórmese sobre las diferencias entre las tarjetas prepagadas recargables y las otras formas de pago con tarjeta, sobre cómo elegir la tarjeta prepagada que mejor cumpla sus requisitos, sobre cómo reducir los costos de las tarjetas y sobre cómo administrar de manera eficaz su cuenta de tarjeta prepagada. Filed Under: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012
Library: English | ID Theft & Account Fraud - Lesson Plan (English) This updated packet provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The 33-page packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets. (Note: It is only available as a PDF file.) Category: Fraud/Scams ID Theft Privacy Rights on Apr 13, 2012
Library: English | ID Theft & Account Fraud - PowerPoint Training Slides (English) The ID Theft & Account Fraud Powerpoint training file is available for download in the "Download File" section. Category: Fraud/Scams ID Theft Privacy Rights on Apr 13, 2012
Library: English | Financial Empowerment Resource Sheet This fact sheet gives you information and resources to help you manage your money during difficult times. It details government programs that you might qualify for to boost your family income and help make ends meet. Category: Credit Foreclosure Insurance Money Management Wireless on Apr 05, 2012
Library: English | Cell Phone Savvy This publication provides information on how to avoid problems with your wireless device and service. Category: Telecom/TV Wireless on Mar 29, 2012
