Join us today for a discussion on debt collection
Today, we're co-hosting a roundtable discussion with the Federal Trade Commission on "Life of a debt: Data integrity in debt collection." You can join us by...
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Working with small businesses
We're committed to building partnerships with small businesses, including those owned by veterans, women, and minorities, that can help us meet our...
Unleash the power of age
This May is the 50th anniversary of Older Americans month. This year's theme – Unleash the Power of Age – is an inspirational reminder of the achievements...
Dig in: Releasing credit report and money transfer complaint data
We promised more expansions and improvements to the Consumer Complaint Database and, just in time for the National Day of Civic Hacking, we’re delivering on that promise.
Clarification of the 2013 Escrows Final Rule
Today, we issued a final rule clarifying and making technical amendments to the 2013 Escrows Final Rule issued by the Bureau this past January. This is the...
Final list of rural and underserved counties for use in 2013
Final 2013 list of rural or underserved counties View or download the list in any of these formats: CSV | XLS | PDF Note: The Bureau has posted the final...
Más recursos para los consumidores que hablan español
En consumerfinance.gov/es, usted podrá encontrar respuestas a las preguntas más comunes de los consumidores en un lenguaje claro y sencillo. También es...
Live from Los Angeles, CA!
Today we're in Los Angeles for a discussion on challenges and opportunities faced by new Americans in the consumer marketplace. Watch here for remarks from...
More tools for Spanish speakers
On consumerfinance.gov/es, you can find answers, in plain-language Spanish, to consumers' most common questions. It's also our first responsive site – it...
Should I refinance my student loan?
Last week, we published a report on student loan affordability, which discussed the low levels of activity in the student loan refinance market. Since that...
Thank mom for all her money lessons
As we take the day to celebrate all that our moms do for us, let's not forget the little things our moms taught us — the life lessons that are now habits...
Student Debt Domino Effect?
While many in Washington are focused on what loans look like for future borrowers, there may be a domino effect on the broader economy if we ignore...
Twitter: Let’s talk about #SeniorMoney
We're excited to host a twitter chat about older Americans and money on May 9, 2013, from 3-4 p.m. EDT. To participate, tweet questions with the hashtag...
Proposed delay in effective date for Regulation Z provision prohibiting financing of credit insurance
In January, we issued several new mortgage rules under the Dodd-Frank Act. Most of these rules take effect in January 2014, but a few provisions are...
Live from Miami-Dade, Florida
Join us for a field hearing in Miami-Dade County, Florida on student loan borrowers starting at 6 p.m. EDT today. Follow along on twitter using...
The best legal externship money can’t buy
Are you a highly-motivated law student looking for an externship this fall? Do you have the desire to impact the lives of everyday American families? If you...
Save the date, Miami-Dade County, Florida!
Join us for a field hearing in Miami-Dade County, Florida on student loan borrowers. The hearing will take place on Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. EDT. The...
Reserve la cita: Únase a nosotros para la reunión de la Junta Consultiva de Consumidores en Los Ángeles
Únese a la Junta Consultiva de Consumidores para una reunión con el Director Cordray donde discutiremos las dificultades y oportunidades que enfrentan los...
Save the date: Join us for a Consumer Advisory Board meeting in Los Angeles
Join the CFPB's Consumer Advisory Board for a meeting with Director Cordray where we will discuss challenges and opportunities faced by new Americans in the...
A snapshot of financial complaints from the military
Did you know we've received more than 5,000 complaints from servicemembers, veterans, and their families? By and large, statistics for complaints submitted...
Good credit – I want that!
Did you know that there are now dating websites where potential partners provide their credit score for you to check out? People know it's important to have...
Did you miss our #MoneyTalk on Twitter?
Earlier this week, we hosted a Twitter chat along with Kids.gov. Financial experts, authors, and parents joined the #MoneyTalk and shared ideas and...
What’s the Civil Penalty Fund?
When we pursue an enforcement action against a person or company for violating a federal consumer financial protection law, the person or company may have...
Infographic: How people are really using payday loans
Read our white paper on payday loans and deposit advance products.
Pin your way to savings
Wondering how to talk to your kids about saving and planning for the items they want to purchase? Pin this.