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  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
November 16, 2024 at 2:17 AM

SCAM GRAM: On clicks and tricks

A Consumer Action News Alert • November 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsl…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
November 12, 2024 at 7:24 PM

Last call for tomorrow: Fairness, Transparency & Accountability in Credit/Consumer Reports (webinar)

Dear Community Partner,Consumer Action is celebrating its 53rd anniversary on Nov. 13 with the theme "Empowering Consumers: Fairness, Transparency, Accountabil…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 6:28 PM

Virtual Convening: Fairness, Transparency and Accountability in Credit and Consumer Reporting

Dear Community Partner,Consumer Action is celebrating its 53rd anniversary on Nov. 13 with the theme "Empowering Consumers: Fairness, Transparency, Accountabil…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 3:03 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - November 2024

November 2024 • Issue 5, Volume 15 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are s…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
October 29, 2024 at 3:44 PM

New multilingual video explains consumers’ warranty rights

Computers, tablets and smartphones are complex devices that often come with a high price tag. With such a significant investment, consumers want to be confident that they’re protected against any defects. …
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
October 22, 2024 at 12:02 PM

Register now: Fairness, Transparency and Accountability in Credit and Consumer Reporting

Dear Community Partner,Consumer Action is celebrating its 53rd anniversary on Nov. 13 with the theme "Empowering Consumers: Fairness, Transparency, Accountabil…
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
October 15, 2024 at 3:02 PM

SCAM GRAM: Fall flurry of fraud

A Consumer Action News Alert • October 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsle…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 10:25 PM

Register now: Fairness, Transparency and Accountability in Credit and Consumer Reporting

Dear Community Partner,Consumer Action is celebrating its 53rd anniversary on Nov. 13 with the theme "Empowering Consumers: Fairness, Transparency, Accountabil…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
October 1, 2024 at 1:02 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - October 2024

October 2024 • Issue 4, Volume 15 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are se…
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
September 16, 2024 at 9:36 PM

SCAM GRAM: Heads up for new season of scams

A Consumer Action News Alert • September 16, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this news…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
September 9, 2024 at 10:02 AM

Last call: Register for tomorrow's webinar on scams targeting young adults

Dear Community Partner,Although younger, digitally savvy consumers may be adept at using the internet, TIME reported that Generation Z is more than three times as likely as Baby Boomers to fall for online …
  CA Editor · [email protected]
September 3, 2024 at 4:44 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - September 2024

September 2024 • Issue 3, Volume 15 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are …
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
August 27, 2024 at 12:02 PM

Register for Webinar: Scams and fraud targeting young adults

Dear Community Partner,Although younger, digitally savvy consumers may be adept at using the internet, TIME reported that Generation Z is more than three times as likely as Baby Boomers to fall for online …
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 3:04 PM

SCAM GRAM: High summer swindles

A Consumer Action News Alert • August 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newslet…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 5:41 PM

Register for Webinar: Scams and fraud targeting young adults

Dear Community Partner,Although younger, digitally savvy consumers may be adept at using the internet, TIME reported that Generation Z is more than three times as likely as Baby Boomers to fall for online …
  CA Editor · [email protected]
August 1, 2024 at 3:03 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - August 2024

August 2024 • Issue 2, Volume 15 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are sen…
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
July 15, 2024 at 3:03 PM

SCAM GRAM: Midsummer night's scheme

A Consumer Action News Alert • July 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newslette…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
July 1, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - July 2024

July 2024 • Issue 1, Volume 15 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are sent …
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
June 20, 2024 at 12:02 PM

Save the date for our 2024 anniversary events

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  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
June 17, 2024 at 4:06 PM

SCAM GRAM: Scams at every turn

A Consumer Action News Alert • June 17, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newslette…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
June 3, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - June 2024

June 2024 • Issue 12, Volume 14 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are sent…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
May 23, 2024 at 5:36 PM

Save the date for our 2024 anniversary events

You have received this message because you have subscribed to a mailing list of Consumer Action. If you do not wish to receive periodic emails from this source, please click below to unsubscribe.Click You have received this message because you have subscribed to a mailing list of Consumer A…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
May 21, 2024 at 3:11 PM

Last call: Register for tomorrow's webinar on navigating smartphone/computer warranty rights

Dear Community Partner,Earlier this year, the Pew Research Center reported that 9 in 10 Americans own a smartphone, and that it's especially common for househo…
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
May 15, 2024 at 12:03 PM

SCAM GRAM: Creative scams (and anti-scams)

A Consumer Action News Alert • May 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
May 13, 2024 at 12:03 PM

Register for Webinar: Navigating smartphone/computer warranty rights

Dear Community Partner,Earlier this year, the Pew Research Center reported that 9 in 10 Americans own a smartphone, and that it's especially common for househo…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
May 3, 2024 at 12:03 PM

Register for Webinar: Navigating smartphone/computer warranty rights

Dear Community Partner,Earlier this year, the Pew Research Center reported that 9 in 10 Americans own a smartphone, and that it's especially common for househo…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
May 1, 2024 at 4:03 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - May 2024

May 2024 • Issue 11, Volume 14 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are sent …
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
April 15, 2024 at 7:03 PM

SCAM GRAM: Scammers spring into action

A Consumer Action News Alert • April 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newslett…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
April 1, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - April 2024

April 2024 • Issue 10, Volume 14 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are sen…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
March 25, 2024 at 1:03 PM

Don't miss out on student loan forgiveness

If you’re a student loan borrower—or know someone who is—they may be able to reduce what they owe, or even see their loan forgiven.The U.S. Department of Education (ED) will be giving student loan borrower…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
March 21, 2024 at 1:02 PM

Last Call: Join us for Consumer Advocacy Week 2024

Have your say when you join us to meet virtually with members of Congress and their staff this April for Consumer Advocacy Week. Consumer Advocacy Week—April 15 through April 19—will kick off with an onlin…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
March 18, 2024 at 1:02 PM

Join us for Consumer Advocacy Week 2024. Register now!

Have your say when you join us to meet virtually with members of Congress and their staff this April for Consumer Advocacy Week. Consumer Advocacy Week—April 15 through April 19—will kick off with an onlin…
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
March 15, 2024 at 2:04 PM

SCAM GRAM: Surprises in the mail

A Consumer Action News Alert • March 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newslett…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
March 11, 2024 at 1:03 PM

You’re invited to Consumer Advocacy Week 2024. Register now!

Join us virtually to meet with members of Congress and their staff this April for Consumer Advocacy Week. Consumer Advocacy Week—April 15 through April 19—will kick off with an online training session on A…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
March 6, 2024 at 2:02 PM

You’re invited to Consumer Advocacy Week 2024. Register now!

Join us virtually to meet with members of Congress and their staff this April for Consumer Advocacy Week. Consumer Advocacy Week—April 15 through April 19—will kick off with an online training session on A…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
March 5, 2024 at 12:02 PM

Last call: Register for tomorrow's webinar on helping diverse/multilingual communities avoid fraud

Dear Community Partner,In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), held annually the first week of March to bring attention to consumer fraud e…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
March 1, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - March 2024

March 2024 • Issue 9, Volume 14 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are sent…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
February 27, 2024 at 2:03 PM

File your taxes for free with the IRS

Have you heard? The IRS is launching a new service—Direct File—where consumers can file their federal income taxes for free.  Direct File is a simple system for simple tax returns that will be filed online…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
February 23, 2024 at 1:02 PM

Register for webinar on helping diverse/multilingual communities avoid fraud

Dear Community Partner,In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), held annually the first week of March to bring attention to consumer fraud e…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
February 16, 2024 at 6:33 PM

Register for webinar on helping diverse/multilingual communities avoid fraud

Dear Community Partner,In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), held annually the first week of March to bring attention to consumer fraud e…
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
February 15, 2024 at 2:04 PM

SCAM GRAM: Financial foolery

A Consumer Action News Alert • Feb. 15, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newslette…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
February 13, 2024 at 4:07 PM

Don’t miss out on the chance to receive student loan forgiveness

If you’re a student loan borrower, you may be able to reduce what you owe—or even see your loan forgiven.The U.S. Department of Education (ED) will be giving student loan borrowers credit for payments unde…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
February 5, 2024 at 7:03 PM

Last call: Register for tomorrow's webinar on avoiding foreclosure

Dear Community Partner,There are many reasons why homeowners might find themselves facing foreclosure. They could be faced with higher homeowners insurance pre…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
February 1, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - February 2024

February 2024 • Issue 8, Volume 14 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are s…
  Consumer Action · [email protected]
January 30, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Don't Disconnect the Internet! Save the ACP

One in six households are about to learn that funding for their affordable internet service is expected to run out in April. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) has helped nearly 23 million low-incom…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
January 30, 2024 at 12:16 AM

New video for Identity Theft Awareness Week

 Dear Community Partner:Each year, millions of U.S. consumers become victims of identity theft, a crime in which thieves use stolen personal information, such as a Social Security number, to impersonate th…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
January 23, 2024 at 4:02 PM

Register for webinar on avoiding foreclosure (New speaker added!)

Dear Community Partner,There are many reasons why homeowners might find themselves facing foreclosure. They could be faced with higher homeowners insurance pre…
  Consumer Action Editor · [email protected]
January 16, 2024 at 4:02 PM

SCAM GRAM: New year, new twists

A Consumer Action News Alert • Jan. 16, 2024www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newslette…
  Nelson Santiago · [email protected]
January 11, 2024 at 11:20 PM

Register for webinar on avoiding foreclosure

Dear Community Partner,There are many reasons why homeowners might find themselves facing foreclosure. They could be faced with higher homeowners insurance pre…
  CA Editor · [email protected]
January 2, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Consumer Action INSIDER - January 2024

January 2024 • Issue 7, Volume 14 • www.consumer-action.orgWe always warn consumers to be careful about the links in emails they receive. We want you to know that all links (URLs) in this newsletter are se…