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Library: English | Just Say No to Scams (Quick Tips) Quick tips for protecting yourself from fraud. The Just Say No to Scams “quick tips" sheet provides consumers with the basics of recognizing the signs of a scam, understanding how to protect themselves and knowing where they can learn more. Formatted as a two-sided black-and-white publication, the tip sheet is easy and economical for community educators to print and distribute. Category: Fraud/Scams ID Theft Internet Elder Fraud on Jun 24, 2018

Library: English | Common Scams: Recognizing and avoiding fraud. This compendium of widely perpetrated scams provides details about how common scams are carried out, how consumers can avoid them, and where to report different types of scam attempts. It is intended for use with the “Just Say No to Scams” consumer guide. Category: Fraud/Scams ID Theft Internet Elder Fraud on Jun 23, 2018

Library: English | Just Say No to Scams - Seminar Lesson Plan and Class Activities. This downloadable packet guides community educators through a two-hour presentation on recognizing and avoiding scams. 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: Fraud/Scams ID Theft Internet Elder Fraud on Jun 22, 2018

Library: English | Just Say No to Scams - PowerPoint Training Slides. This downloadable PowerPoint presentation is designed to be used in conjunction with the “Just Say No to Scams'” lesson plan. The slides provide a visual component to the training that helps to engage learners and improve retention. Category: Fraud/Scams ID Theft Internet Elder Fraud on Jun 21, 2018

Library: English | Job Training Programs Quiz. Use this game to help teach groups of learners about the pitfalls of for-profit job training programs and the advantages of other options. Category: Fraud/Scams Military/Veterans Student Loans on Feb 28, 2018

Library: English | Get Credit for Your Hard Work (2017 Tax Year) Low-income working taxpayers may qualify for the federal EITC. The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) helps low-income working taxpayers and families get more money back when they file their federal income tax return. This publication contains EITC guidelines for the 2017 tax year. Category: Money Management Taxes on Jan 25, 2018

Library: English | Micro Business: Preparing for success. Starting a very small—or micro—business can be the key to long-term professional and financial success. But since many businesses do not make it past the first few years, becoming an entrepreneur is not a decision to make lightly. This guide explains the process of planning and launching a micro business, from estimating costs/earnings and finding funding to identifying legal and professional needs (insurance, bookkeeping, business advice, etc.) and doing business on the internet. Category: Credit Micro Business on Sep 17, 2017

Library: English | Fake News: Recognizing and stemming misinformation. Thanks to the internet and social media, misinformation travels much faster than it used to, and it can have serious repercussions. This fact sheet will help consumers evaluate the accuracy of what they read or hear, avoid “fake news” and refrain from spreading false stories. Category: Fraud/Scams Internet on Sep 13, 2017

Library: English | Personal Bankruptcy: Your financial fresh start. Bankruptcy can offer a financial fresh start for consumers overwhelmed by debt, but there is a lot to know about the process and potential consequences before a decision to file can be made. This guide explains the differences between the two types of personal bankruptcy, what is required of filers, what happens to debts and assets, alternatives to consider, the general legal process, and where to find assistance and more information. Category: Bankruptcy Credit Consumer Rights Credit Cards Debt Collection Foreclosure on Aug 29, 2017

Library: English | Insurance in the ‘Sharing Economy’ - PowerPoint Slides. This downloadable PowerPoint presentation is designed to be used in conjunction with the “Insuring yourself in the ’sharing economy'” lesson plan. The slides provide a visual component to the training that helps to engage learners and improve retention. Category: Insurance on Aug 03, 2017