Banking On Your Investments. A pamphlet alerting consumers to the fact that investments are not federally insured - even if you buy them at your bank. Topics covered include a new banking law that has radically changed the way banks do business, the benefits and costs of investing, things to consider before investing, protecting your privacy and what to do if you have a problem with an investment.

Steps to a Secure Financial Future. A brochure offering simple, straightforward tips about developing a long-term personal financial plan, setting financial goals, saving seriously, paying for investment advice and keeping track of investment expenses.

Keeping Your Bank & Credit Card Accounts Safe from Fraud A manual for community-based organizations. A manual designed to help staff members of community-based organizations educate their clients about avoiding fraud in banking and credit card transactions. Topics covered include banking on the Internet, avoiding financial scams, identity theft and using ATMs. Includes resources for victims of fraud.

It's Your Health - How to get the most out of your HMO. A 16-page, illustrated booklet that describes doctor-patient relationships, knowing what is usually covered in HMO plans, standing up for your rights, and how to handle quality-of-care issues. Includes a 17-point coverage checklist.

Su salud - Cómo sacarle provecho a su HMO. Una guía ilustrada de dieciséis páginas que describe en qué consiste la cobertura de HMO, la relación médico-paciente, cómo defender sus derechos y cómo manejar los problemas de calidad en el cuidado de la salud. Incluye una lista de diecisiete asuntos de cobertura.

Preventing Credit Card Fraud Learn how to protect yourself . A brochure that describes how crooks steal and use credit cards and card numbers, and also describes how to protect your card and what to do if your card has been stolen.

Credit Repair Scams They Make Your Money Disappear. An illustrated fact sheet that describes what a credit report is and how to find out what is in your credit report. Explains how to correct inaccurate information in your report and advises caution with credit repair companies and guaranteed credit claims.

You Can Do It Managing Debt, Building Wealth. A fact sheet explaining how to get out of debt, plan for your financial future, and save money. Includes a step-by-step guide to money management. Credit can be a useful tool for managing your finances and even building wealth. But, mismanaging credit can derail your long-term plans and lead to financial difficulties.

You Can Do It Managing Debt, Building Wealth - Leader's Guide. CBO leader's guide to accompany 'You Can Do It: Managing Debt, Building Wealth' fact sheet A guide for CBO staff and other community leaders to help clients learn how to better manage their money. Topics include budgeting, bankruptcy, warning signs of too much debt and how to increase your bottom line.

Checking Accounts (2000) The better, safer way to handle your money. A fact sheet explaining the basics of checking accounts. Describes what to look for in a checking account and a checking account check list, as well information about electronic transfer accounts (ETAs), ATM cards and how to open a checking account