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Don't Give Away Your Tax Refund This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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Fact Sheet T-3
By: Legal Aid Society of Minneapolis
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I plan to file my taxes soon, and I believe I will be receiving a refund...
Being elderly and on a fixed income, I could really use the refund. I heard that if I go to a tax preparer, they may be able to give me my refund on the spot. Is this true and how does it work?
By: Legal Aid Service of Northeastern Minnesota-Duluth

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Dealing with Debt Booklet
This booklet is a brief guide to help families make good financial and legal decisions when dealing with debt, debt collectors, and credit reporting agencies.
By: Minnesota Legal Services Coalition State Support Center
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Abusive and Predatory Lending This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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The Attorney General's Office warns consumers to beware of abusive and predatory lending practices. Offers coming from abusive lenders or brokers may seem like a good deal initially, but they often bring future hardship.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office

Borrower Beware: The High Cost of Small Loans, Pawn Brokers and Rent-to-Own Stores This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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By: National Consumer Law Center (NCLC)
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Consumer Action Handbook This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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In this handbook, the GSA's Office of Citizen Services brings you the latest information on your consumer rights and responsibilities.
By: General Services Administration

Home Equity Stripping This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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One result of the poor economy is that the number of foreclosures is growing. Unfortunately, there are people looking to take advantage of homeowners forced into foreclosure.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office

Instant Tax Refunds and Other Loans This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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As tax return season approaches, some tax preparation companies advertise that they can process "instant" or "fast" tax refunds for their customers.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office

Payday Loans = Costly Cash (Separate Website)

By: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
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Poor Credit Means Higher Interest Rates (Separate Website)
How to avoid bad loans.
By: Consumer Action
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The Truth About Advance-Fee Loan Scams This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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By: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
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Using Credit Wisely After Bankruptcy This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

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By: National Consumer Law Center (NCLC)


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