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Consumer rights

MoneyGram Scam? Federal and State Agencies Sue the Money-delivery Service

July 13, 2022

MoneyGram’s website says its money-transfer service is “fast, simple, reliable.” The federal government and New York’s attorney general are disputing two of those claims in court. The Consumer Financial Protection…
Consumer rights, Debt

11 Easy Ways to Spot a Get Out of Debt Scam

April 27, 2022

Have debt worries? Here is how to avoid being swindled.
Consumer rights, Credit, Credit Report

Credit Report Dispute Letter Templates

November 12, 2021

Find free credit dispute letters templates that can help you remove negative items on your credit report.
Consumer rights, Credit cards

JP Morgan Chase Attempts to Stifle its Customers’ Legal Rights

June 12, 2019

New account changes will stop cardholders from suing. But there’s still time for you to protect yourself.
Consumer rights, Credit, Credit Repair

Credit Repair Organizations Act (CROA)

February 25, 2019

We break down the Credit Repair Organizations Act – the law that protects your rights for accurate credit reporting and the ability to dispute errors.
Business, Consumer rights

Ask The Expert: How Do I Know You’re For Real? [video]

January 4, 2017

A reader is skeptical of financial experts — and he has a point.
Consumer rights, Taxes

Is This IRS Email Legit Or A Tax Scam?

November 9, 2016

A reader is both scared and suspicious after receiving an email.
Consumer rights, Credit, Credit Repair

Learn about the Credit Repair Laws that Protect Your Rights

March 5, 2015

You have a right to repair your credit to correct mistakes in your credit report no matter where you live, but not every company is licensed everywhere.
Consumer rights, Identity theft

Federal and State Identity Theft Laws

June 6, 2014

Identity theft has been the top consumer complaint to the Federal Trade Commission for 14 years running. It’s been a federal crime a few years longer than that. The Identity…
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Personal Finance Dictionary

May 30, 2014

Not sure about a term used on your credit agreements or bills? Debt.com has a comprehensive debt and credit glossary so you can understand key terms as you work to…