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

Steps to a Secure Financial Future

Library: English | Steps to a Secure Financial Future . A brochure offering simple, straightforward tips about developing a long-term personal financial plan, setting financial goals, saving seriously, paying for investment advice and keeping track of investment expenses. Category: Investment on Apr 01, 2002

 
Don’t get ripped off by a bad private vocational school

Library: English | Don’t get ripped off by a bad private vocational school . An easy-to-read brochure about private trade schools, federal school loans and what to do if your school closes. This publication includes phone numbers for all state licensing agencies for private vocational schools, as well as helpful contacts at the federal level, including the U.S. Dept. of Education. Category: Fraud/Scams on Apr 01, 2002

 
Keeping Your Bank & Credit Card Accounts Safe from Fraud

Library: English | Keeping Your Bank & Credit Card Accounts Safe from Fraud A manual for community-based organizations. A manual designed to help staff members of community-based organizations educate their clients about avoiding fraud in banking and credit card transactions. Topics covered include banking on the Internet, avoiding financial scams, identity theft and using ATMs. Includes resources for victims of fraud. Category: Credit Cards Fraud/Scams on Dec 27, 2001

 
It’s Your Health - How to get the most out of your HMO

Library: English | It’s Your Health - How to get the most out of your HMO . A 16-page, illustrated booklet that describes doctor-patient relationships, knowing what is usually covered in HMO plans, standing up for your rights, and how to handle quality-of-care issues. Includes a 17-point coverage checklist. Category: Insurance on Jun 01, 2001

 
Getting the Best Value from Prepaid Phone Cards

Library: English | Getting the Best Value from Prepaid Phone Cards . Prepaid phone cards allow you to pay in advance for telephone calls. Depending on how much the card costs, you receive a specific number of minutes of calling time. As you use the card, the minutes are reduced, until you have used up all the time on the card. Category: Telecom/TV on Apr 01, 2001

 
Preventing Credit Card Fraud

Library: English | Preventing Credit Card Fraud Learn how to protect yourself . A brochure that describes how crooks steal and use credit cards and card numbers, and also describes how to protect your card and what to do if your card has been stolen. Category: Credit Cards Fraud/Scams on Dec 27, 2000

 
Credit Repair Scams

Library: English | Credit Repair Scams They Make Your Money Disappear. An illustrated fact sheet that describes what a credit report is and how to find out what is in your credit report. Explains how to correct inaccurate information in your report and advises caution with credit repair companies and guaranteed credit claims. Category: Credit Credit Reports Fraud/Scams on Dec 27, 2000

 
Questions and Answers About Home Equity Loan Fraud

Library: English | Questions and Answers About Home Equity Loan Fraud CBO leader's guide to accompany 'Don't Lose Your Home: How to Avoid Home Equity Loan Fraud' fact sheet. A manual for community and consumer advocates working to educate senior, low income and minority home owners about the dangers of home equity loan fraud. Topics covered include home improvements, hiring a contractor, warning signs of fraud and the possibility of losing your home through a home equity loan. Category: Foreclosure Fraud/Scams Housing Home Financing Home Repair on Oct 01, 2000

 
You Can Do It

Library: English | You Can Do It Managing Debt, Building Wealth. A fact sheet explaining how to get out of debt, plan for your financial future, and save money. Includes a step-by-step guide to money management. Credit can be a useful tool for managing your finances and even building wealth. But, mismanaging credit can derail your long-term plans and lead to financial difficulties. Category: Money Management on Apr 02, 2000

 
You Can Do It

Library: English | You Can Do It Managing Debt, Building Wealth - Leader's Guide. CBO leader's guide to accompany 'You Can Do It: Managing Debt, Building Wealth' fact sheet A guide for CBO staff and other community leaders to help clients learn how to better manage their money. Topics include budgeting, bankruptcy, warning signs of too much debt and how to increase your bottom line. Category: Money Management on Apr 02, 2000

 

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