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How to Get Your Finances Fit

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Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

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Overcoming Financial Trouble

Getting out of debt is in your control.

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Financial terms you need to know

Your Consumer Rights

The Better Business Bureau

If you feel your consumer rights have been violated, submit an online complaint to the Better Business Bureau.

Know your rights

As a consumer, you have certain rights. Learn about these rights here.

Helpful Links

Sites that provide important financial information and advice.

Tip of the Week

If you are receiving harassing bill collection phone calls, you have rights. Learn More.

File a complaint with FTC if your rights are being violated.

The consumer voice

by Gerri Guzman

Databases and Your Privacy

Last week I had the privilege of representing your interests at a state senate hearing in Missouri, where legislation has been introduced that calls for a state-wide database of payday loan customers. This means that when you take out a short-term loan in Missouri, your name is entered into a state-wide database to ensure you cannot take out more than one loan at a time.