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Consumer Education


At BTCU, we are committed to empowering you with the knowledge you need for better financial security and management. We believe knowledge is your greatest asset.  Search our resources for important tips, links and information.

FRAUD ALERTS & IDENTITY THEFT
Common Fraud Schemes - FBI's list of common fraud schemes.

www.OnGuardOnline.gov - This federal government website teaches individuals how to be safe, secure and responsible online. 

Fighting Back Against Identity Theft - A one-stop national resource to learn about the crime of identity theft provided by the Federal Trade Commission.

CREDIT & MONEY MANAGEMENT
www.whatsmyscore.org - Get up to speed with this short, interactive tutorial that will start you on your way to a solid credit history: credit terms, how to build solid credit, how to read and heed the warning signs of bad debt, and more.

www.practicalmoneyskills.com - This site is designed to help educators, parents and students practice better money management for life.

www.smartaboutmoney.org - National Endowment for Financial Education, a non-profit foundation dedicated to helping you make sound financial decisions throughout life’s ups and downs. You'll find practical articles, worksheets, tips and valuable resources from across the Web to help you understand and manage your money.

OTHER RESOURCES
www.irs.gov - Information from the Internal Revenue Service.

www.donotcall.gov -  A federal government website to register your home and mobile numbers to stop telemarketer calls. To register by phone, call 1.888.382.1222.

www.bbb.org - The Better Business Bureau. Click on ‘Business’ to get an immediate free report on any company. This is also a convenient way to check on an online business, by entering the company’s web address.


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