Empowering military consumers–all year long
This blog highlights Military Consumer Protection Month and the year-round Military Consumer Campaign. It also encourages members of the military community to learn more about the organizations, resources and consumer laws that protect them 365 days a year.
Expanding access to credit to underserved communities
The Bureau reminds creditors of the availability of the Special Purpose Credit Program (SPCP) provisions of Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and Regulation B to help meet the credit needs of underserved communities.
Protecting your credit during the coronavirus pandemic
Your credit reports and scores play an important role in your future financial opportunities. Learn how to manage and protect your credit during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.
The Bureau is taking action to build a more inclusive financial system
The CFPB is taking steps to help create real and sustainable changes in our financial system so that African Americans and other minorities have equal opportunities to build wealth and close the economic divide.
What to consider when sharing your financial data
A growing number of financial services are powered by data sharing. Learn the key things to consider before sharing your data, and tips for sharing your data in the best way.
Co-signed a private student loan? Here are tips to protect yourself during COVID-19
If you’ve co-signed a private student loan, you’re financially responsible for missed payments. If you or the borrower have been financially impacted by the coronavirus, here are steps to protect your finances and credit during the pandemic.
New report synthesizes evidence-based strategies to build emergency savings
The Office of Research released a report that synthesizes the rigorous research of programs and strategies aiming to help consumers achieve greater savings. We examine three broad research areas—savings products, financial incentives, and behavioral and psychological approaches to increase savings.
Closing remarks: Consumer Financial Protection Week
Many Americans continue to face economic challenges during these uncertain times. As Consumer Financial Protection Week comes to a close, the CFPB continues to be here for you with resources to explain your rights, options and protections during the coronavirus pandemic.
Alphabet soup: The ABCs of military consumer protection
Learn about the consumer protection laws that keep servicemembers and military families safe from financial fraud and unfair or abusive practices.
New report shows how young servicemembers build credit histories
New research report from the Office of Servicemember Affairs detailing the credit records of young servicemembers.
