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Consumer Action INSIDER – February 2012 In this month's INSIDER you'll find a report on a meeting with CFPB Director Rich Cordray, an update California LifeLine trainings, a heads up for our 2012 fundraiser and a look at how we can help journalists and other members of the working media. ( Wednesday, February 01, 2012 )

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Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Cómo registrar una queja por discriminación en la vivienda

Library: Spanish | Cómo registrar una queja por discriminación en la vivienda  Las leyes de justicia en la vivienda protegen a inquilinos y compradores contra la discriminación. Si cree que ha sido víctima de discriminación en la vivienda, tiene el derecho de presentar ante HUD una queja sobre discriminación en la vivienda. Conocer el proceso para la presentación y resolución de quejas le ayudará a considerar sus opciones y tomar acción. Filed Under: Housing Discrimination Home Financing Housing Insurance Mortgages Tenant Rights on Feb 07, 2012

Sepa reconocer las señales de discriminación en la vivienda

Library: Spanish | Sepa reconocer las señales de discriminación en la vivienda  La negación de oportunidades de vivienda por motivos de raza, color de piel, religión, sexo, país de origen, condición familiar o incapacidad es discriminación en la vivienda y es ilegal. Usted podrá reconocer si ha sido víctima de discriminación en la vivienda, y podrá proteger sus derechos, si sabe cuáles son las prácticas ilegales por parte de dueños de viviendas en alquiler, vendedores de casas y prestamistas entre otros. Filed Under: Housing Buying a Home Discrimination Mortgages Tenant Rights on Feb 07, 2012

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Banking Basics - You can bank on it (Spanish)

Library: Spanish | Banking Basics - You can bank on it (Spanish)  Un folleto que contiene una introducción básica sobre los servicios principales que ofrecen los bancos y las cooperativas de crédito. Esto incluye las cuentas de cheques, las cuentas de ahorro, los certificados de depósito y las tarjetas de débito. También incluye los pasos para abrir una cuenta y para resolver problemas. Filed Under: Banking on Jan 26, 2012

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Know the Signs of Housing Discrimination

Library: English | Know the Signs of Housing Discrimination  The denial of housing opportunities because of race, color, religion, sex, nationality, familial status or disability is housing discrimination, and it’s illegal. You can recognize if you are a victim of housing discrimination—and protect your rights—if you know what actions by landlords, sellers, lenders and others are against the law. Category: Housing Buying a Home Discrimination Mortgages Tenant Rights on Jan 12, 2012

Filing a Housing Discrimination Complaint

Library: English | Filing a Housing Discrimination Complaint  Fair housing laws protect renters and buyers from discrimination. If you believe you were a victim of housing discrimination, you have the right to file a housing discrimination complaint with HUD. Understanding the complaint and resolution process will help you weigh your options and take action. Category: Housing Discrimination Home Financing Housing Insurance Mortgages Tenant Rights on Jan 12, 2012

Recognizing & Fighting Housing Discrimination -  PowerPoint Slides

Library: English | Recognizing & Fighting Housing Discrimination -  PowerPoint Slides  This 23-slide presentation, available for download in the “Download File” section of this page, is designed to be used in conjunction with the "Recognizing & Fighting Housing Discrimination Lesson Plan and Class Activities." Category: Housing Buying a Home Discrimination Mortgages Tenant Rights on Jan 12, 2012

Recognizing & Fighting Housing Discrimination - Lesson Plan and Class Activities

Library: English | Recognizing & Fighting Housing Discrimination - Lesson Plan and Class Activities  This 24-page packet, available only as a PDF download, contains a detailed curriculum for teaching consumers what their fair housing rights are and how to file a housing discrimination complaint. It is designed to be used in conjunction with the "Recognizing & Fighting Housing Discrimination PowerPoint Slides." Category: Housing Buying a Home Discrimination Mortgages Tenant Rights on Jan 12, 2012

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Hoja de recursos para la superación financiera

Library: Spanish | Hoja de recursos para la superación financiera  Esta hoja proporciona recursos e información para ayudarlo a administrar su dinero durante épocas difíciles. Detalla programas del gobierno para los que podría calificar y así acrecentar los ingresos de su familia para que el dinero le rinda más. Filed Under: Credit Foreclosure Insurance Money Management Wireless on Dec 22, 2011

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