Consumer Action INSIDER - September 2018 The September issue features a Hotline Chronicles article about credit card surcharges; a Maryland organization that helps strengthen family finances and economic stability; coverage of an event in Washington, DC, looking at the state of financial reform 10 years after the Grand Recession; and CFPB Watch and new class actions. (Saturday, September 01, 2018)
Consumer Action INSIDER - August 2018 This month's INSIDER updates readers on recent events (including Public Citizen's Affordable Medicines Now conference, the Transatlantic Consumer Dialogue’s annual meeting on the impact of technology on consumers, and the Credit Builders Alliance Training Institute); breaks down the pros and cons of a new California data protection law; tells the tale of a consumer who was charged too much for her out-of-country car rental due to "currency conversion" issues; updates readers on the latest happenings at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (which is currently under assault by its own director); gives information on our "coalition efforts" and lists the latest lawsuit settlements from our Class Action Database. (Wednesday, August 01, 2018)
Library: English | Low-income Broadband Plans The flyers in this package describe programs that offer low-income households more affordable access to the internet. A companion brochure, Getting up to speed: Broadband internet for low-income households, explains the benefits of internet access. Category: Internet Money Management on Aug 30, 2018
Library: English | Improving your financial health with FinTech A beginner’s guide to personal finance apps Financial technology (FinTech) is the use of modern technology, such as the internet and apps (downloadable mobile software), to develop powerful financial services tools for consumers and businesses. For those who are motivated to improve their finances and dedicated to working toward their goals, FinTech can make the process more convenient, efficient and even rewarding. This guide will introduce you to the types of FinTech tools available and how they can help you. It will also tell you what to consider when choosing an app and how to stay safe when using FinTech. Category: Banking on Jun 28, 2018
Library: English | Homeowners and renters insurance What you need to know before and after a natural disaster With the majority of U.S. residents living in areas at risk of a natural disaster, most households need to seriously consider how they would recover from the loss of their home and possessions. This publication explains which disaster losses are—and are not—covered under a standard homeowners or renters insurance policy, how to make sure you are adequately insured, what steps to take to recover your losses after disaster strikes, and what your options are if your insurance falls short. Category: Credit Scores Housing Housing Insurance Insurance Mortgages on Jun 26, 2018
Library: English | FEMA spells federal disaster relief for homeowners and renters The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers a variety of programs to help victims of disasters repair, rebuild or replace their homes and possessions. This publication describes the types of FEMA assistance available to homeowners and renters and provides details about program eligibility and the application process. It also highlights the limitations of FEMA assistance and stresses the importance of purchasing adequate personal insurance coverage. Category: Housing Home Repair Housing Insurance Insurance on Jun 26, 2018
Library: English | Disaster insurance and FEMA assistance (Q&A) Questions and answers for homeowners and renters This backgrounder, written in Q&A format, answers many questions about renters and homeowners disaster insurance coverage and FEMA programs that help victims recover from disaster-related losses. Category: Housing Home Repair Housing Insurance Insurance on Jun 26, 2018
Library: English | Disaster Insurance and FEMA Assistance - Seminar Lesson Plan and Class Activities This downloadable packet guides community educators through a two-hour presentation on insuring your home and belongings against disaster and the ways FEMA helps homeowners and renters recover. In addition to the lesson plan (to be used in conjunction with the downloadable PowerPoint presentation), the packet includes exercises, resources and a class evaluation form. Category: Housing Housing Insurance Insurance on Jun 26, 2018
Library: English | Disaster Insurance and FEMA Assistance - PowerPoint Training Slides This downloadable PowerPoint presentation is designed to be used in conjunction with the “Disaster insurance and FEMA assistance'” lesson plan. The slides provide a visual component to the training that helps to engage learners and improve retention. Category: Housing Housing Insurance Insurance on Jun 26, 2018
Library: Spanish | Homeowners and renters insurance (Spanish) La mayoría de habitantes de Estados Unidos viven en zonas donde existe el riesgo de que ocurra una catástrofe natural y, por lo tanto, la mayoría de familias deben considerar seriamente cómo recuperarse si llegaran a perder su vivienda o sus pertenencias. Esta publicación explica cuáles daños cubre, y cuáles no cubre, una póliza estándar de seguro de propietarios o de inquilinos; cómo cerciorarse que la cobertura que tiene es suficiente; los pasos que debe tomar para recuperar lo que perdió en un desastre; y sus opciones cuando su cobertura resulta insuficiente. Filed Under: Housing Housing Insurance Insurance on Jun 26, 2018
