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Internet Commerce Issue [Spring 2008] This issue of Consumer Action News covers many aspects of doing business online, including payment methods, privacy, tips for security, Internet auctions, favorite e-tailer sites and sources of advice and information. ( Thursday, May 08, 2008 )
Library: English | Understanding Debit Cards Plastic with a difference Debit cards look similar to credit cards, but they work differently. This publication explains how they work, what consumer protections exist and how cardholders can address problems with billing and unauthorized use. Filed Under: Money Management Credit on Apr 01, 2008
Library: English | State Credit Freeze Chart Consumer Action has prepared a chart listing guidelines for placing a "security freeze" on your credit file. Filed Under: Credit on Mar 27, 2008
Library: English | Be Careful Where You Get Credit - Powerpoint Slides This presentation is a companion to the brochure "Watch Where You Get Credit," which compares various sources of credit—from credit unions to pawn shops. Filed Under: Money Management Credit on Mar 27, 2008
Library: English | Watch Where You Get Credit Not all credit is good credit This publication explains the various sources of credit—from credit unions to pawn shops—and includes warnings about credit that consumers might want to avoid. Filed Under: Money Management Credit on Mar 26, 2008
Library: Spanish | Qué significa su puntaje crediticio Su puntaje crediticio es una representación de su historial de crédito en cierto momento que es utilizada por prestamistas, aseguradores y otros para evaluar su solvencia crediticia y la probabilidad de que usted pague sus cuentas y préstamos pendientes. Esta publicación explica cómo obtener su puntaje crediticio, entenderlo y poder mantenerlo o mejorarlo. Filed Under: Credit on Mar 24, 2008
Library: English | List of Toll Free Numbers for California Lifeline Service Useful list of toll free numbers to give out to consumers while teaching the California Lifeline module. Filed Under: Telephone Workshops/Trainings on Mar 05, 2008
Library: English | California Lifeline Glossary of Terms Detailed description of various federal and state assistance programs. Filed Under: Telephone Workshops/Trainings on Mar 05, 2008
Library: English | California Lifeline Quiz To help you engage your audience while teaching the California Lifeline module, Consumer Action’s outreach and training staff has developed a set of interactive training materials and handouts. Filed Under: Telephone Workshops/Trainings on Mar 05, 2008