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Provides a link to order a free book about ten Ponzi scams that took place in 2009. The book also captures, in words and pictures, a behind-the-scenes look at the lifestyles of the schemers.

Cautions homeowners about so-called specialized law firms who urge them to participate in "mass joinder" lawsuits against their mortgage lenders as a way to get favorable loan modifications and stop foreclosure.

Money Smart for Small Business is a new instructor-led training curriculum developed jointly by FDIC and SBA. The 10 modules in this curriculum provide introductory training for new and aspiring entrepreneurs on the basics to organizing and managing a business. In addition to grounding participants in the basics, the curriculum serves as a foundation for more advanced training and technical assistance.

The FTC's guide for parents of child identity theft victims. Includes to-do lists, contact information, blank forms and the Uniform Minor’s Status Declaration.

A Quick Guide for Consumers on Credit, Debit, and Prepaid Cards.

The FTC's updated and comprehensive guide for victims of identity theft, including to-do lists, contact information, blank forms and sample letters.

This special edition of Consumer News is a Buyer's Guide to Finding the Right Loan, Credit Card or Deposit Account.

Explains the difference between gold bullion and gold bullion coins. Offers tips to help people investigate before they invest, and lists tip-offs to rip-offs. Includes a glossary and resources for additional information.

Explains various gold products and investments, and offers tips to help people investigate before they invest. Offers resources for additional information.

Explains how people who are thinking about buying collectible coins as an investment can research coins, the graders who assess them, and the dealers who sell them. Lists tip-offs to rip-offs. Includes a glossary and resources for additional information.