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: English | How to Send Money Home: Tips for transferring money abroad
Many immigrants send some of their earnings to relatives and friends in their home countries. There are several ways to transfer money to recipients outside the U.S., and different types of financial services and products can help you with this task.
Category: Banking Credit Prepaid Cards on Jan 06, 2014
Library: English | On the Rebound: Post-recession Tips for Fostering Your Personal Economic Recovery
In response to a research report by Aite Group and Chase Blueprint®, Consumer Action offers practical tips to help consumers bounce back from a financial crisis, meet future financial challenges and stay on track for the long term.
Category: Banking Credit Credit Cards Money Management on Sep 10, 2013
Library: English | Servicemembers and Veterans Financial Empowerment Resource Sheet
This 15-page resource guide is designed to help military servicemembers, veterans and their families make ends meet and weather financial crises. The guide details government and non-profit programs that provide financial aid, housing assistance, discounts on essential living expenses, financial counseling, legal advice, job training and more.
Category: Banking Credit Housing Insurance Medical/Healthcare Military/Veterans Money Management Telecom on Jan 28, 2013
Library: English | Saving to Build Wealth - Seminar Lesson Plan Packet
This PDF packet provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The 27-page packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets.
Category: Banking Investing Money Management on Oct 02, 2012
Library: English | Questions and Answers About Financial Services: A guide to banking
This publication provides detailed information on banks, credit unions, checking and savings accounts, Electronic Transfer Accounts (ETAs), debit cards, bank fees, Internet and mobile banking, lower-risk investments, secured credit cards and more.
Category: Banking Investing Money Management on Oct 01, 2012
Library: English | Reloadable Prepaid Cards - Educational Videos
“Reloadable Prepaid Cards” and “Choosing and Managing a Reloadable Prepaid Card” are two short educational videos designed to educate consumers about the pros and cons of this alternative to debit and credit cards.
Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012
Library: English | Questions and Answers about Choosing and Using Prepaid Cards
The prepaid cards training manual can help answer many questions about reloadable prepaid cards, on everything from loading and using a card to card policies and protections.
Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012
Library: English | Prepaid Cards: An alternative to credit and debit cards
Learn how reloadable prepaid cards are different from other forms of “plastic,” how to select the best prepaid card for your needs, how to reduce card costs and how to manage your card account wisely.
Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012
Library: English | Your Digital Dollars: PowerPoint Training Slides
Your Digital Dollars PowerPoint training file is available for download in the “Download File” section.
Category: Banking Fraud/Scams Internet Money Management Privacy Rights on Sep 19, 2011
Library: English | Your Digital Dollars: Lesson Plan and Class Activities
This packet, only available as a PDF file, provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The 24-page packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets.
Category: Banking Fraud/Scams Internet Money Management Privacy Rights on Sep 19, 2011
