BankSITE Consumer Guide - http://www.banksite.com/consumerguide.htm Provides information and self-qualification tests for areas such as credit cards, personal loans and mortgages.
Federal Citizen Information Center - http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/call/foia.htm Provides answers to your questions about federal government financial programs and everyday consumer issues. Offers toll-free numbers and consumer help section.
Predatory Lending Sucks - http://www.predatorylendingsucks.com Articles about predatory lending practices by home mortgage companies. Released in 2001, offers links to assist in conusmer efforts when combating predatory lenders.
Finances - Credit and Debt - http://www.extension.iastate.edu/finances/personal/creditdebt/ Provided by the Iowa State University, offers advice and alternatives to conventional consumer/individual loans. Other features of the site include articles on personal fiscal responsibility, farm management and use of credit reports.
Consumer Handbook for Credit Protection - http://www.federalreserve.gov/pubs/consumerhdbk/apply.htm Handbook for individuals containing advice and regulations while applying for consumer loans. Published by the US Federal Reserve Board, there is a special focus on who is using applicant credit scores, a detailed glossory of terms and a directory of federal agencies.
GovLoans.gov - http://www.govloans.gov/ Gateway to US federal government loan information with descriptions, application procedures questionnaires for government-sponsored loans including agriculture, disaster relief, education, housing and veteran loans.
Center for Responsible Lending - http://www.responsiblelending.org/ Organization (USA) working to eliminate abusive financial practices.
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