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The CFPB is concerned that medical debt collectors may try to capitalize on surviving spouses’ vulnerabilities to try to collect unpaid medical bills, including bills that may not even be owed.

Recientemente, varias personas han recibido llamadas telefónicas o de video, de estafadores haciéndose pasar por funcionarios de la CFPB, quienes tratan de robarles su dinero. Sepa de qué estar pendiente y cómo protegerse.

Recently, several people have received phone or video calls from scammers, pretending to be CFPB employees, who are trying to steal your money. Learn what to watch for and how to protect yourself.

Los miembros de las redes de justicia pueden aprender las prácticas de las redes que se adaptaron en los últimos años, y replicar sus esfuerzos en sus comunidades.

Elder justice stakeholders can learn from best practices of networks that adapted in the last several years and replicate their efforts in their communities.

Here are some steps you can take to protect caregivers from nursing homes and debt collectors who may be billing and suing caregivers for residents’ cost of care based on illegal admission contracts.

Pasos para proteger a cuidadores de hogares de cuidados y cobradores que podrían facturarles y demandarles basándose en contratos de admisión ilegales.

Scammers are using names and imagery from the CFPB to defraud people. The CFPB will NEVER call you to confirm that you have won money and must pay fees or taxes on it.

Hay estafadores usando nombres e imágenes del CFPB para engañar gente. NUNCA le llamaremos para decirle que ganó dinero y debe pagar tarifas e impuestos por ello.

The CFPB’s Data Spotlight report examines the financial characteristics and experiences of older adults living in mobile homes.

Los estafadores usan muchas tácticas para robarle su dinero anónimamente. Desde el CFPB y la FTC, le damos consejos para que se proteja usted y a sus seres queridos de las estafas.

During Older Americans Month, the CFPB and FTC are partnering together to educate older adults and their families on what to do and where to report scams and fraud.

A new rule amending Regulation X aims to ensure eligible borrowers have a meaningful opportunity for loss mitigation after exiting mortgage forbearance programs.

Foreclosure moratoria are ending. The CFPB has resources to help homeowners avoid foreclosure.

During May, which is Older Americans Month, and through June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we’ll highlight resources to help older adults make sound financial decisions as they age, while avoiding fraud, scams and elder financial exploitation.

Romance scams can happen to anyone, including those who are looking for connection during the pandemic. Learn how to spot, avoid, and report dating scams, online dating scams, or other romance scams.

If you are considering retiring early and tapping into your retirement benefits, here are resources from the CFPB to help you weigh your options.

Durante la pandemia, pasamos más tiempo conectados en línea, por ello debe estar alerta con estafadores quienes ofrecen asistencia técnica fraudulenta. Tome consejos del CFPB sobre cómo descubrir, evitar y reportar una estafa.

During the pandemic, we’re spending more time online, but be wary of scammers offering phony tech support. See tips from the CFPB on how to spot, avoid, and report a scam.

As a result of the economic uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers may be targeting older homeowners through reverse mortgage schemes. Learn how to spot and avoid these reverse mortgage scams.

Hacer compras online, donarle a caridades. No deje que los estafadores se aprovechen de su generosidad y empatía durante las fiestas.

Learn ways to protect your friends and family from scams this holiday season, even though you may be apart.

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Learn three ways to protect yourself and your loved ones online.

September is Disaster Preparedness Month. Learn easy ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams.

Aunque usar el valor acumulado de la vivienda sea una buena opción para algunos consumidores, podría elevar el riesgo financiero para otros en el futuro. Si sus finanzas no se recuperan tan rápido como espera, o su vivienda pierde valor y se encuentra en dificultades para pagar su préstamo, usted podría perder su hogar en una ejecución hipotecaria.