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How To Get Out of Debt
If you’re worried about how to get out of debt, here are some things to know — and how to find legitimate help.
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How To Spot, Avoid, and Report Tech Support Scams
Tech support scammers try to scare you into believing there’s a problem with your computer. They tell lies to get your financial information or remote access to your computer. Their goal is to steal your money, or worse, steal your identity.
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What To Know Before Donating To Help First Responders, Active Duty Military, Veterans, and Their Families
Do you get asked to donate to your local first responders, like firefighters or police officers? Or see appeals asking you to help veterans?
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Before Giving to a Charity
To make sure your donations count, do some research before you give to a charity. Here are some things to do to learn more about a charity and avoid donating to a scam.
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Donating Through Crowdfunding and Fundraising Platforms
Someone has probably asked you to give money to charities, causes, and people in need through crowdfunding sites or online charitable fundraising platforms.
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Getting Utility Services: Why Your Credit Matters
Getting utility services ― gas, electricity, water ― has a lot to do with your credit history. The better your credit history, the easier it can be for you to get services. And your on-time (or late) payment history with utility companies can be an important factor for your credit in the future.
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Avoid Scams When You Travel
Before you start your travel plans, learn common tactics scammers use that can ruin your entire trip.
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How To Avoid Scams After Weather Emergencies and Natural Disasters
Advice to help you choose a contractor, pay wisely, and handle problems along the way.
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Fake Prize, Sweepstakes, and Lottery Scams
You get a call, email, or letter saying you won a sweepstakes, lottery, or prize — like an iPad, a new car, or something else.
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Home Equity Loans and Home Equity Lines of Credit
Shopping around for a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit can help you get better terms and a better deal.
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Buyer’s Remorse: The FTC’s Cooling-Off Rule May Help
If you’ve ever asked yourself “what have I done?” after buying something, you’re not alone.
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Credit Freezes and Fraud Alerts
Credit freezes and fraud alerts can help protect you from identity theft. They can also help stop someone who stole your identity from continuing to misuse it. Credit freezes and fraud alerts work in different ways. Learn the differences, how to place a freeze or alert, and how long they last. Your personal situation will determine which one is right for you.
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Tenant Background Checks and Your Rights
Are you looking for a new place to live or about to renew your lease?
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Employer Background Checks and Your Rights
Are you applying for a job or a promotion? Employers might run a background check on you. Here's what you need to know.
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How To Spot, Avoid, and Report Fake Check Scams
Fake checks might look like business or personal checks, cashier’s checks, money orders, or a check delivered electronically.
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How To Use Parental Controls To Keep Your Kid Safer Online
Talking with your kids about your family’s rules and expectations is key to helping them establish good online habits. Some parents use parental controls to reinforce those good habits — and create safer online spaces for their kids to learn and play.
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Youville
Youville is a free, downloadable, standards-based, in-class educational program. It’s designed to help kids ages 8-12 develop and apply analytical skills through a series of fun and challenging activities.
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Paying for School and Avoiding Scams
Paying for school can be expensive. Many people need to take out loans to cover the cost, but dealing with the debt and repayment options can be confusing.
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The Truth Behind Weight Loss Ads
Dishonest advertisers make bogus claims about their weight loss products. Learn to spot and avoid bogus health claims.
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Kids and Video Games
Chances are the kids in your life play, or want to play, video games, including games in immersive spaces like virtual or augmented reality. Game ratings and reviews, parental controls, and other tools are available to help you learn more and talk about video games with the kids in your life.
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