All Consumer Action publications are available online, with most also available as a PDF download. Government agencies, nonprofits and other community-based organizations who wish to distribute our publications for educational purposes can use the PDF file to instantly produce a professional-looking brochure using an office printer.
Library of English Publications, Sorted by Date
Library: English | Giving Yourself Some Credit.
An illustrated fact sheet describing what credit is, how to obtain it, and how to use it. Also describes credit ratings, credit bureaus, and the importance of consumers periodically reviewing a copy of their credit report for accuracy. Explains the Equal Credit Opportunity Act.
Category: Credit on Apr 01, 1993
Library: English | Where Can I Get Credit?.
A fact sheet that explains various sources where consumers can obtain credit, such as banks, credit unions, finance companies and pawnbrokers.
Category: Credit on Apr 01, 1992
Library: English | Paying Your Bills - Consumers in Debt Series.
A fact sheet that explains the importance of paying your bills on time, and how your history of payments affects your credit rating. Also discusses credit contracts, especially retail installment contracts, and credit cards.
Category: Money Management on Apr 01, 1992
Library: English | The Fair Debt Law - Consumers in Debt Series.
A fact sheet that explains the “fair debt law,” the law that regulates what actions a collection agency can take in trying to collect a debt from you.
Category: Money Management on Apr 01, 1992
Library: English | Debt Consolidation Is It for You? .
A fact sheet that explains how to consolidate your debts so that you only have to make one monthly payment. Discusses the advantages and possible problems with debt consolidation.
Category: Money Management on Apr 01, 1992
