Servicemembers’ “immediate actions” for financial success: pay down debt, make a plan, start early
Servicemembers, take these immediate actions to secure your financial freedom
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Managing someone else’s money: New protection from ID theft and fraud
If you manage someone else’s money, a new law lets you request a credit freeze on their behalf to help protect them from identity theft and fraud.
Budgeting strategies and free tools to help you reach your goals
You can get a handle on your debt and make a plan for future spending.
Free credit freezes are here
Free credit freezes and year-long fraud alerts are here, starting Sept. 21, 2018, thanks to a new federal law. Here’s what you should know.
Opportunity for organizations that serve economically vulnerable populations to receive support
We’re now accepting applications for the Your Money, Your Goals 2019 cohort.
New research report on the geography of credit invisibility
BCFP released a new research report on the geographic patterns of credit invisibility. Consumers who are “credit invisible” have no credit histories. This is the third in a series of Bureau studies on consumers with limited credit histories.
Engaging with state and local government partners
We are working hard on our commitment to grow our relationships with state and local government partners.
Track your spending with this easy tool
Breaking down your daily spending habits can help you identify areas
where you can reduce your expenses or find services you’re paying for that you
can eliminate.
Facing a money decision? Check whether you use the 3 skills that stand out in people with high financial well-being
We analyzed results from our Financial Well-Being in America survey and found that people with the highest levels of financial well-being have three money skills.
Helpful tips for using mobile payment services and avoiding risky mistakes
Person-to-person payment services are gaining popularity. Before using them, minimize potential risks by reading these tips.