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Category: At the CFPB |
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More CFPB resources available in multiple languages

Consumers who are of limited English proficiency face unique challenges in learning about and accessing financial services. Watch our webinar to learn how CFPB is working to make our resources accessible to everyone.

Category: Info for consumers |
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Going virtual with your financial consultations during the Coronavirus emergency

As Americans face financial uncertainty, financial coaching and financial counseling can play an important role in helping people make informed decisions. At the same time, financial practitioners are having to adapt to working remotely with their clients. We have tips to help you go virtual.

Category: Info for consumers |
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Know your data: Our updated list of reporting companies

Your credit records affect your ability to get a loan, a job, an apartment, and other essentials of life. But, do you know where and how to request your consumer reports and what you can do once you order them? You can find out in our list of reporting companies!

Category: Data, research, and reports |
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New report explores the relationship between Financial Well-Being and the contents of and engagement with credit reports

A joint study with Credit Karma explores the relationship between subjective Financial Well-Being (FWB) and objective credit characteristics and engagement with financial education tools. The report identifies credit report and engagement variables that are significantly related to a consumer’s FWB score, including credit score, credit limit, credit utilization, and the use of a credit simulator tool. 

Category: Info for consumers |
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Pro/con list of highest interest rate method versus snowball method

How to reduce your debt

Paying down your debt is possible when you know what you owe and what you can do to repay it. Here are three steps to help you get out of debt.