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The COVID-19 pandemic has made it difficult for renters and landlords to cover housing costs. Our Rental Assistance Finder allows people to search for help with rent, utilities, and moving costs.

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

The CFPB is celebrating 10 years of protecting consumers, and looks forward to the next decade.

Since July 2020, consumers have transitioned out of assistance to varying degrees across all credit products, but a significant share of mortgage borrowers continue to receive assistance.

When renters fall behind on rent, many landlords also struggle to make ends meet. Help may be available. Learn about emergency rental assistance and where to apply.

CFPB digital media toolkit supports stakeholders in spreading the word around COVID-19 protections and relief options available to struggling renters and mortgage borrowers.

The CFPB has notified companies that we will be paying particular attention to practices related to the accuracy of rental information in consumer reports. Learn how to protect yourself and how to take action if denied rental housing because of errors in your tenant screening reports.

July is Military Consumer Month, and we are partnering with the FTC and DoD throughout the month to spotlight key financial issues impacting the military community.

The CFPB has temporarily updated its rule for mortgage servicers to require most, when reaching out to borrowers, to explain their options to avoid foreclosure. Learn why you should contact your mortgage servicer if you’re struggling to make your payments.

The CDC just extended the eviction moratorium to July 31, 2021. If you still need help paying your rent, take action now. Information from the CFPB can help you get started.

We continue to monitor the market to assess new and developing risks to consumers, and we share updated charts on mortgage forbearance, delinquency, and foreclosure that show an improving economic picture, yet sustained housing insecurity risk.

New CFPB research examines trends in consumer credit during COVID-19, finding delinquencies for credit cards, auto loans, mortgages, and student loans remain lower than pre-pandemic levels.

The CFPB has information to help you if you are concerned about eviction and the upcoming expiration of the CDC eviction moratorium. Stay informed about steps to take and questions to ask.

Borrowing or lending money to family and friends is common, especially during COVID-19. View our practitioner guide to helping clients create or change financial exchanges.

A new analysis examines the early impact of COVID-19 on consumer finances, finding the ability to stay on top of finances was higher in June 2020 than 2019 likely due to policies to reduce financial distress.

If you owe back rent, learn about tenants’ rights in debt collection and the right to postpone eviction during COVID-19 using the the CDC Declaration form.

If you’ve received a 1099-G tax form for unemployment benefits you didn’t apply for or receive, you may be a victim of identity theft. Learn how to protect yourself.

April is National Financial Capability Month, and the CFPB is highlighting ways to prevent and recover from financial hardship during the pandemic and future uncertain times.

If you haven’t received your first, second, or third stimulus or Economic Impact Payments, you need to file a 2020 tax return. Learn how to claim COVID-19 financial relief.

The CFPB is committed to protecting consumers struggling financially during the coronavirus pandemic. Learn how the CFPB is taking action to protect economically vulnerable consumers facing housing insecurity.

During the coronavirus pandemic, people may turn to family and friends for financial help and support. Navigate those support networks successfully with this worksheet.

A new CFPB report shows more than 11 million renters and homeowners are behind on their housing payments. Communities of color are disproportionately vulnerable to housing insecurity. Here's what we’re doing to prevent harm to vulnerable consumers.

To help protect homeowners and promote stability in the housing market, the CFPB will extend the mandatory compliance deadline for the Qualified Mortgage rules until July 1, 2021.

Homeowners facing hardship from the COVID-19 pandemic have expanded access to protections from the federal government. Learn how you can protect your home.

Financial relief and protections for many student loan borrowers, renters, and homeowners has been extended. Here’s what you need to know.