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Auto Loan Refinancing Scams

Are you having trouble paying your car loan and thinking about doing business with a company that promises to get you a loan with lower monthly payments? Not all refinancing companies play by the rules. Learn how to recognize, avoid, and report auto loan refinancing scams.
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Discriminatory financing and bogus fees at the car dealer? No thank you

Rosario Mendez
When car shopping, you shouldn’t be charged more than the advertised price, or more than other people because of the way you look or where you’re from. That’s wrong, dishonest, and illegal. Today the FTC announced a lawsuit and settlement with a dealership and its owners for allegedly doing just that. Now they have to pay $3.3 million to refund people harmed by their actions and change their allegedly deceptive and unfair practices.
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Buying a Used Car From a Dealer

A Buyers Guide is required on used cars sold by dealers. Learn about vehicle history reports, warranties, and payment options.
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Financial tips for 2019 graduates

Colleen Tressler

Congratulations students and parents! It won’t be long before young people across the country will put on their caps and gowns to celebrate their graduations.

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Car dealer deceived consumers & falsified info

Colleen Tressler

Shopping for a car can be exciting. But wading through ads and promotions from car dealers, and deciding how to pay, can make it stressful.

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FTC’s top tips for Financial Literacy Month

Colleen Tressler

April is Financial Literacy Month, and a great time to get your personal finances on track. Here are a few tips to help you get started.