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Consumer Fraud
Consumer Information from FDIC
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The Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA) and Electronic Fund Transfers Act (EFTA) establishes procedures for resolving mistakes on credit and bank account statements.
Consumer Law: Federal Credit Law FAQ
(Separate Website)
By: Lawyers.com
Correcting Credit Mistakes
(Separate Website)
Maintaining a good credit history includes preventing wrong information from appearing on your accounts. Keeping good records and monitoring your accounts will help catch mistakes when they happen. Learn how to monitor your credit report and correct errors.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Credit and Your Consumer Rights
(Separate Website)
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforces credit laws that protect your right to obtain, use, and maintain credit. The credit laws protect your rights to fair and equal opportunity to receive credit and to resolve disputes over credit errors.
Credit Card Loss Protection Offers: They're the Real Steal
(Separate Website)
This site discusses credit card loss protection offers.
Credit Repair: Self-Help May Be Best
(Separate Website)
This site discusses offers to repair your credit. It gives tips on self-help.
Credit Reports
(Separate Website)
If you've ever applied for a charge account, a personal loan, insurance, or a job, there's a file
about you. Learn how to find out what is in
your credit report.
By: Federal Trade Commission
How to File a Complaint About a Bank
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If you have a complaint about a bank or other financial institution, the Federal Reserve System might be able to help you. Read this first.
Solving Consumer Problems
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This site by The Federal Trade Commission suggests simple strategies for resolving a problem you may have with a product or service.
The Credit Card You Pick Can Save You Money
(Separate Website)
This site discusses the importance of comparison-shopping.
Understanding Consumer Credit
(Separate Website)
Whether purchasing a car, a television, or a restaurant meal, Americans often use credit to help
pay for goods or services. Understanding the types of credit and their costs can help you
use credit wisely.
By: The Mississippi Bar
Using Revolving Credit
(Separate Website)
This site explains the pros and cons of using credit cards. You, however, should be aware of the costs of this form of credit.
By: The Mississippi Bar
Your Rights in Applying for Credit
(Separate Website)
Having credit enables a person to buy a good or service now and pay for it later. When applying for credit accounts or loans, you need to know your rights.
By: The Mississippi Bar
After a Disaster: Repairing Your Home
(Separate Website)
The demand for qualified contractors after a disaster usually exceeds the supply. Enter the home repair rip-off artist. Learn what to look for.
After a Disaster: Repairing Your Home
(Separate Website)
Tips from the FTC for consumers who may be facing major repairs after a disaster hits home.
By: FTC
As Is Car Sales
(Separate Website)
This link discuss "As Is" Car Sales, Lemon Law, Odometer Fraud and Repossessions & Collections
Auto Mechanics and Labor
By: North Mississippi Rural Legal Services
Auto Service Contracts
(Separate Website)
You may be encouraged to buy an auto service contract to help protect against unexpected, costly repairs but don't buy until you understand the terms. Learn what to look for.
Common Consumer Myths
(Separate Website)
This site covers some common consumer myths.
By: MS Attorney General's Office
Contract Breaches and Remedies
(Separate Website)
When one party fails to fulfill his part of a contract and has no legal excuse, he has breached the
contract. See what possible remedies are available.
By: The Mississippi Bar
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