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Safeguarding against credit discrimination: 2016 Fair Lending Report
This week, we're releasing our fifth Fair Lending Report. Read about the actions we took last year to protect people from credit discrimination and what we...
This month’s Money as You Grow book club pick: "Curious George Saves His Pennies"
In "Curious George Saves His Pennies", the beloved monkey wants to buy a toy train. He saves up his money – but then loses it on the way to the...
This month’s Money as You Grow book club pick: “Lemonade in Winter”
In “Lemonade in Winter,” find out how successful Pauline and John-John are when they try to sell lemonade outside on a cold day.
Check our new list to see if your credit card offers you free access to one of your credit scores
Check our new list to see if your credit card offers you free access to one of your credit scores.
How to deal with “bad credit”—or no credit—when you want to buy a home
If you want to buy a home but you’re concerned about your credit score or credit history, we can help you understand your choices.
Using alternative data to evaluate creditworthiness
Understanding the promises and pitfalls of using alternative data to assess creditworthiness.
Increasing transparency in the student loan servicing market
We are working to improve transparency in the student loan servicing market to better serve consumers.
Making the move to homeownership on your own or with someone else
While married couples make up the majority of home buyers, single women make up the next biggest segment of home buyers and outpace single men more than two...
Tax time saving tips
Saving during tax time can help you be prepared for financial emergencies and begin to plan for the future.
This month's Money as You Grow Book Club pick: "Count on Pablo"
In “Count on Pablo,” find out how Pablo and his grandmother use creativity and problem-solving skills to sell their fruits and vegetables at the market.
How to decide how much to spend on your down payment
Your down payment will affect not just how much money you need to bring to closing, but also how much your mortgage will cost overall. Read on to find out...
Tips for student loan borrowers
Check out these tips to help tackle your student loan debt.
Your mortgage calculator may be setting you up for a surprise
Key things to keep in mind when you use a mortgage calculator to calculate your monthly mortgage payment.
Understanding the Overdraft “Opt-in” Choice
Banks and credit unions can only charge you overdraft fees on one-time debit card transactions and ATM withdrawals if you "opt in." Learn more about the opt...
Easy-to-remember guidelines help people reduce credit card debt
If you’re trying to
cut down your credit card debt, research shows it can help to keep a short
guideline in mind.
Accepting applications for our Academic Research Council
We are accepting applications for membership on our Academic Research Council (ARC).
Accepting applications for our Advisory Board and Councils
We're accepting applications for membership on all of our advisory groups. We're inviting applications from individuals who can provide us with guidance as...
Your voice, your story. Consumer views on debt collection
We have heard from consumers across the country about their experiences with debt collection. In our new debt collection series, we will share these stories...
Consumer experiences with debt collection: Findings from our survey
We surveyed consumers regarding their views and experiences in debt collection, and today we have released a report on our findings.
Buying a home? The first step is to check your credit
Reviewing your credit is the first step to building a strong financial foundation for your new home.
Four tips to help older student loan borrowers navigate common problems with their student loans
As the number of older Americans with student debt has quadrupled, older borrowers complain about many problems with lenders, loan servicers, and debt...
What you need to know: Understanding why offers for “your” credit score are not all the same
There are many credit scores available to you as a consumer as well as to lenders. A credit score you receive may not be the same score your lender is using...
Who are the Credit Invisible?
In 2015, the Bureau published a report finding that 26 million Americans are "credit invisible." We've broken down the report to capture its most compelling...
Some people may experience refund delays this tax season
If
you’re claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit,
due to a new law, you won’t receive your refund until after February 15, 2017.