Learn about the law and your legal rights in North Carolina. Find self-help resources to resolve your legal problems without a lawyer.
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Self-Help
66 Ways to Save Money
(Separate Website)
This web site lists many ways to save money in transportation, utilities, housing, banking and other needs.
By: Federal Trade Commission
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Spanish / Español
Advance-fee Loan Scams
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Advance-fee loan sharks are preying on unwary consumers, taking their money for the promise of a loan or credit, and leaving them in hot water. Learn how to spot these scams and who to call to report them.
By: Federal Trade Commission
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Spanish / Español
Buying On Time
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This brochure explains your rights and responsibilities when you purchase an item and are paying with credit. It also discusses the importance of paying your bills on time.
By: North Carolina Bar Association
Car Loans: Understanding Vehicle Financing
(Separate Website)
The FTC outlines some federal laws, state laws, the documents you might need, and other general information for those in the market for another vehicle.
By: Federal Trade Commission
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Spanish / Español
Tips on Dealing With Financial Matters
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This guide published by Legal Aid of North Carolina offers important tips on dealing with Financial Matters, such as tips on handling financial matters, tips on signing important papers, and tips on dealing with Welfare and other agencies.
By: Legal Aid of North Carolina
Your Social Security Number and Card
(Separate Website)
A Social Security number is important because you need it to get a job, collect Social Security benefits and receive some other government benefits. Many other companies you do business with, such as banks and credit companies, also ask for your number.
By: Social Security Administration
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Spanish / Español
The Cooling-Off Rule: When and How to Cancel a Sale
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The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC's) Cooling-Off Rule gives you three days to cancel purchases of $25 or more, if bought from somewhere other than the sellers place of business.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Landlords and Tenants
(Separate Website)
This printable brochure offers a basic overview of landlord-tenant law in North Carolina, which explains your rights and responsibilities as a landlord, and also your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
By: North Carolina Bar Association
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Spanish / Español
North Carolina Statutes
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The North Carolina General Assembly is offering access to the Statutes on the Internet as a service to the public. These statutes are the general laws that govern North Carolina's legal system.
By: North Carolina General Assembly
Consumer and Contract Matters
(Separate Website)
Issues like identity theft, credit card information, repairing your credit are covered; info that we all need in this economy.
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