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This blog post explains some deceptive practices and how to avoid them.

Provides information on the Department of the Treasury's requirement to make federal benefits electronically and how to sign up for electronically paid federal benefits.

After the shock of a disaster, it’s time to rebuild. Starting over requires a lot of complex choices, uncertainty and expense. Being prepared and knowing how to protect yourself can help you avoid scams, save money and get back on your feet faster.

Provides information on preparing your finances for times of disaster.

After disaster strikes, many businesses, voluntary, faith-based, and community-based organizations, government agencies and committed citizens come together to try and meet the needs of the affected individuals and communities. Unfortunately, disasters often bring out criminals who prey on the needs of disaster survivors by offering fraudulent services. If you suspect anyone – an inspector, disaster survivor, or someone posing as one of these – of fraudulent activities, call our toll-free Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866-720-5721, or your local law enforcement officials.

Link to the Disaster Recovery Log which helps you record information about damages to your home and property using text, images and audio.

The purpose of the activity is to provide steps to take to protect valuables from damage due to fires, floods, or other disasters.

Operation HOPE, America's leading nonprofit social investment banking and financial literacy empowerment organization, has developed a number of initiatives to provide financial literacy, financial preparedness, and financial emergency support. HOPE Coalition America provides free pre-disaster financial preparedness seminars and foreclosure prevention workshops for both individuals and organizations, and provides financial experts to assist communities after a disaster strikes.

La Oficina para la Protección Financiera del Consumidor ayuda a los consumidores ofreciendo educación, supervisando el mercado de productos financieros y haciendo cumplir las leyes

Seis pasos para reducir los cargos de su cuenta corriente.