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Money Publications
Credit
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Act Fast If You Can't Pay Your Credit Cards |
Act Fast If You Can't Pay Your Credit Cards
View More Details  Three steps to take when you don't have enough money to pay your credit card bill. How to avoid debt-counseling scams. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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Check Your Credit Report at Least Once a Year |
Check Your Credit Report at Least Once a Year
View More Details Free ways to check your credit report to find and fix mistakes, update your information, and guard against identity theft. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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How to Find the Best Credit Card for You |
How to Find the Best Credit Card for You
View More Details This brochure instructs consumers what to look for when they consider getting credit card. It encourages shopping different terms and rates and includes instructions on transferring balances. Available: in print, as pdf Language: English Cost: Free |
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How to Fix Mistakes in Your Credit Card Bill |
How to Fix Mistakes in Your Credit Card Bill
View More Details Follow these five steps to save time and money when disputing incorrect charges or fees. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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How to Rebuild Your Credit |
How to Rebuild Your Credit
View More Details Steps that can help you recover from a financial challenge that hurt your credit. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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How to Stop Mystery Credit Card Fees |
How to Stop Mystery Credit Card Fees
View More Details Consumers may not be aware that add-on services are optional or cost more. This consumer advisory warns consumers to watch out for these extra fees. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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Know Your Rights When a Debt Collector Calls |
Know Your Rights When a Debt Collector Calls
View More Details Don't hide--that can make things worse. Deal with it directly if a debt collector calls, but know what to ask and steps to take to protect yourself. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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Understand Your Credit Score |
Understand Your Credit Score
View More Details Understand what factors determine your credit score and what you can do to raise it. Also, how to check your credit report and fix mistakes. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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Understand your credit report |
Understand your credit report
View More Details Be prepared for the next time you request your free credit report. Get to know and understand all the parts of the report, what they mean, and how they affect your credit situation. Available: in print, as pdf Language: English Cost: Free |
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Understand your credit report (Spanish) |
Understand your credit report (Spanish)
View More Details Comprenda su informe de crédito Available: in print, as pdf Language: English Cost: Free |
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Watch Accounts Closely When Card Data is Hacked |
Watch Accounts Closely When Card Data is Hacked
View More Details You won't be liable for fraudulent use of your credit or debit accounts, if you monitor them closely and report any suspicious activity quickly. Learn the rules for each type of card. Available: in print Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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You Have a Right to See Specialty Consumer Reports |
You Have a Right to See Specialty Consumer Reports
View More Details Consumers may not know about all the specialty credit reporting agencies collecting information about them. This consumer advisory instructs consumers that these agencies exist and that they have the right to get free reports every 12 months. Available: in print, as pdf Languages: English and Spanish Cost: Free |
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