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.

Questions and answers about credit card fraud

Library: English | Questions and answers about credit card fraud Training Manual. This 24-page publication provides information about many aspects of credit card fraud and offers tips for recognizing fraud and preventing it. The guide also covers how to check your credit card billing statement, where to report credit card fraud and what to do when fraud strikes. A list of helpful resources is included. Category: Credit Cards Fraud/Scams on Jul 08, 2009

 
Recognizing Credit Card Fraud

Library: English | Recognizing Credit Card Fraud . Credit card fraud happens when consumers give their credit card number to unfamiliar individuals, when cards are lost or stolen, when mail is diverted from the intended recipient and taken by criminals, or when employees of a business copy the card or card numbers of a cardholder. This new Consumer Action publication explains how to recognize and avoid many forms of fraud that involve credit cards, such as skimming, phishing, ID theft and counterfeit cards. Category: Credit Cards Fraud/Scams on Jul 08, 2009

 
Credit Card Fraud - Powerpoint Training Slides

Library: English | Credit Card Fraud - Powerpoint Training Slides . The Credit Card Fraud Powerpoint training file is available for download in the "Download File" section. Category: Credit Cards Fraud/Scams on Jul 08, 2009

 
Building or Repairing Your Credit with a Secured Credit Card

Library: English | Building or Repairing Your Credit with a Secured Credit Card . Even people with damaged credit may be able to obtain a secured credit card by depositing money in a savings account. This booklet explains what to look for when shopping for a secured credit card-and what to avoid. Category: Credit Cards on Oct 22, 2002

 
Questions & Answers About Secured Credit Cards

Library: English | Questions & Answers About Secured Credit Cards . This booklet gives in-depth background about secured credit cards, including how to find cards, features to avoid, costs and fees and how to successfully graduate to an unsecured credit card. Category: Credit Cards on Oct 12, 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

 
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

 
Understanding Credit Card Costs

Library: English | Understanding Credit Card Costs Tips on Reducing Finance Charges. An illustrated fact sheet that explains how finance charges for credit cards are calculated, and shows how to reduce the cost of using credit cards. Includes a glossary of financial terms relating to credit cards. Category: Credit Cards on Dec 27, 1996

 
 

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