LEGAL MATTERS: 44 Best Consumer Websites
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
It's March, and that means National Consumer Protection Week! Ok. Maybe it’s not as exciting as March Madness, but it’s a big deal for those of us who practice consumer law.
Every March the Federal Trade Commission organizes the week to help consumers make better-informed decisions regarding how they spend, save, and invest their money. The FTC also wants to encourage people to stand up for their rights when unscrupulous businesses steal their money. To do my part, I’m providing these links to web sites loaded with reliable information.
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Fixing Mistakes on Your Credit Report
Buying a Car
Verifying the VIN, Odometer Reading & Title History
* If you are buying or leasing a new car, the information on this site will save you thousands. It is the most valuable link in this column.
Product Reviews
Financial Advisors & Investments
Selecting Financial Advisors & Investments
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
Cheating by Banks & Credit Unions
Who Regulates Banks & Credit Unions
Filing a Complaint Against a Financial Institution
Dealing With Debt
General Information & Traps to Avoid
HUD Approved Mortgage Counselors
Debt Management Tools from an Honest Non-Profit Organization
Bankruptcy Attorneys & Advice
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
“Bankruptcy Basics” Videos
American Bankruptcy Institute Consumer Information
Common Consumer Scams
F.B.I.’s Internet Crime Complaint Center
The Consumerist Blog
Landlord Tenant Issues
General Information
RI Attorney General’s Consumer Division
MA Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation
Consumer Protections for Members of the Military
Consumer Advocacy Agencies & Organizations
National Association of Consumer Advocates
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Center for Responsible Lending
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