English Library
Some of the following Consumer Action publications are available in bulk for non-profit or government agencies to distribute for educational purposes. Further info can be found on the How To Order Publications page.
Library of English Publications, Sorted by Date
Library: English | Credit Cards - What You Need To Know . Most people use credit cards—but do they know the terms of the agreement they have with their card issuer? This brochure is designed to help readers understand the different types of cards available; sort through offers to choose the card that's right for them; understand credit card terms and conditions, and avoid fees and penalty rates. Category: Credit Credit Cards on Oct 27, 2010
Library: English | Consumer Reports and Specialty Reports . Companies use consumer and specialty reports, much like credit reports, to determine such things as how likely you are to be a good employee, become ill or file an insurance claim. You have the right to see what is collected about you and to dispute inaccurate information. Category: Credit Credit Reports Credit Scores on Oct 01, 2010
Library: English | Money Management 1-2-3: THREE: Planning a Secure Future . The “Money Management 1-2-3: Be Smart about Money All Your Life” series focuses on basic money skills at the beginner, intermediate and advanced level. Planning a Secure Future focuses on leaving the workforce, retirement, winding down, cutting back, downsizing, living on a reduced budget, using credit wisely, investing for income, Medicare and reverse mortgages. Topics include debt and collections, being underinsured, bankruptcy, medical expenses, estate planning, home equity loans. Category: Money Management Mortgages on Sep 24, 2010
Library: English | Money Management 1-2-3: TWO: Achieving Financial Goals . The “Money Management 1-2-3: Be Smart about Money All Your Life” series focuses on basic money skills at the beginner, intermediate and advanced level. Achieving Financial Goals focuses on recovering from youthful missteps, managing family finances and insurance issues such as homeowner’s, health and life insurance. Topics include budgeting and money management, insurance, saving and building assets, saving for retirement, renting v. homeownership, homeownership, mortgages and investing. Category: Money Management Mortgages on Sep 24, 2010
Library: English | Money Management 1-2-3: ONE: Getting a Strong Start . The “Money Management 1-2-3: Be Smart about Money All Your Life” series focuses on basic money skills at the beginner, intermediate and advanced level. Getting a Strong Start addresses how to manage money, use credit wisely and live within your means. Topics include setting up a bank account, learning about credit, building a credit history, using credit cards, budgeting and saving, and working and career. Category: Money Management Mortgages on Sep 24, 2010