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CFPB’s Section for Students and Young Consumers released new podcast episodes. Subscribe today.

This blog highlights National Veterans and Military Families Month and the resources, releases, and collaboration CFPB/Office of Servicemember Affairs (OSA) are conducting during the month to support military consumer education, protection and empowerment.

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.

This fall, wherever you are and however you teach, these activities and tools can help build financial skills in children and young adults.

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.

Tips to help you talk with your spouse or other family members about putting plans in place if you become unable to manage your finances in an uncertain time.

Le ofrecemos consejos para que planee su futuro financiero en tiempos inciertos.

Money games and activities for children while they’re home from school because of Covid-19 (coronavirus).

Si sus niños están en casa las actividades educacionales gratuitas del CFPB le ayudan a entretenerlos mientras desarrollan sus habilidades, hábitos y actitudes hacia el dinero.

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!

According to the latest data from the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), a gap in financial literacy among groups of students appears as early as age 15.

Your financial well-being is about more than your income and credit score. Instead, it tells a larger story about how you manage your money. October is Financial Planning Month, and we have 25 tips for improving your overall financial health and well-being.

El bienestar financiero es más que su ingreso o su puntaje de crédito. El mismo refleja la forma en que usted administra su dinero. Octubre es el Mes de la Planificación Financiera y por ello, le ofrecemos 25 consejos para que mejore la salud de sus finanzas y alcance el bienestar.

Check out our new classroom activities for middle school educators to use in helping their students develop the building blocks of youth financial capability.

CFPB releases report on background screening reports, with a focus on criminal background checks used in employment.

Contamos con una amplia gama de recursos y herramientas para consumidores y proveedores de servicios, que cubren temas que van desde hacer un presupuesto o abrir una cuenta, hasta comprar un coche o una casa.

We have a wide range of Spanish-language tools and resources for consumers and service providers on topics ranging from planning a budget or opening an account, to buying a home or car.

Saving for college is a long-term financial commitment, by consistently putting money away, you’ll feel the reward as you see it grow over time. Here are a few tips to stay motivated. 

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. 

Read "But I’ve Used All of My Pocket Change" with your child and use our Parent Guide to talk about spending and self-control.

Read "How Much Is That Doggie in the Window?" with your child and use our Parent Guide to talk about spending and setting priorities.

We’re now accepting applications for the Your Money, Your Goals 2020 cohort.

Read "Sally Jean, the Bicycle Queen" with your child and use our Parent Guide to talk about how skills, patience, and creativity can help you get what you really want.

When you have savings, you have more peace of mind.  Whatever tomorrow brings, we have resources to bring you one step closer to achieving your personal savings goals and improving your financial future. 

Read "Sam and the Lucky Money" with your child and use our Parent Guide to talk about how small amounts of money can make a big difference.