Tag Archives: consumer protection
Know the Signs of Telemarketing Fraud
Be aware of thieves looking to take advantage of you.
Telemarketing scams are everywhere…watch out!
By Sheiresa Ngo
Stop Thieves From Digging Up The Identities of the Dead
How to guard your deceased loved one's identity from modern-day grave robbers.
Last year the identities of almost 2.5 million deceased American were used to fraudulently open…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
Obama Defies Congress With Appointment of Consumer Protection Chief
The commander in chief appoints Richard Cordray as director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, despite strong Republican opposition
In a bold move destined to further strain his relationship with congressional Republicans, President Obama…
By Joyce Jones
Will the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Do Any Good?
New agency aims to have your back when dealing with financial institutions
On July 21, consumers will officially have a new watchdog in the form of the…
By Sheiresa Ngo
Keep Track of Recalls
A new way to keep you and your loved ones safe
Hearing about a product recall on television weeks after the product has been declared unsafe…
By Sheiresa Ngo
The White House Wants Your Questions on Wall St. Reform
Submit your questions now and we'll select the top five to be asked at tomorrow's live online event on financial reform
Whitehouse.gov is hosting a live online event on Wednesday, July 28, at 2:00 p.m. EDT/11:00…
By BlackEnterprise.com
What Does Financial Reform Have To Do With Me?
Plenty. Here's a quick breakdown the parts of the bill that affect you.
After more than 8 million jobs were lost and hundreds of banks closed, financial reforms…
By Sheiresa Ngo
Senate Overwhelmingly Approves Consumer Protection Bill
Legislation will protect blacks from discriminatory financial practices
The Senate voted Thursday to pass a Wall Street reform bill, which includes major reforms…
By Joyce Jones
Consumer Protection vs. Financial Misdirection
Congress pushes banking reform but balks on unemployment benefits. Here�s what you should do.
There’s been a quite a stir in Washington these days. Depending on your status, the…
By Derek T. Dingle
Steer Clear of Moving Scams
From hidden fees to damaged belongings, unscrupulous movers can take you for a ride
Whether you’re relocating to another state or moving into your dream home, you should be…
