Finding Consumer Counseling Services: Resources and Assistance
Consumer counseling services are available through:
Government Agencies
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB): Free counseling on debt, credit repair.
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC): Information on identity theft, fraud, privacy.
Nonprofit Credit Counseling Agencies
- National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC): Accredited agencies for debt management, budgeting, education. Call 1-800-388-2227.
- American Consumer Credit Counseling (ACCC): Similar services; call 1-800-388-2227.
Legal Aid
- Local legal aid organizations for debt collection, bankruptcy, consumer rights.
Online Resources
- CFPB website: Financial planning, credit reports, debt tips.
- FTC website: Articles, guides, complaint filing.
- Financial wellness sites (NerdWallet, Credit Karma, The Balance): Budgeting, credit building, debt repayment.
For personalized help, contact an NFCC- or ACCC-accredited agency.
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