CONSUMER ADVISORIES from the Iowa Attorney General's Office

Freezing Your Credit Reports - New law perits consumers to "freeze" or block sharing of their credit reports

Consumer Scams after Tornadoes and Flooding - It's the definition of "adding insult to injury" -- con-artists trying to cheat tornado or flood victims.

Call the Mortgage Help Hotline!

How to Choose a Cell Phone Service -- and Avoid Cell Phone Pitfalls

Beware of Foreclosure "Rescue" Scams - "Rescue scams" take money from those who can least afford to lose it

Beware of "Free Trial Offers" - Study your billing statements for unauthorized charges Some consumers are being charged for products or services and don't even know it.

Consumer Advisory: New Iowa "Foreclosure Hotline" - 877-622-4866

Tips for Buying a Used Car
The Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division receives hundreds of calls and consumer complaints every year about used car purchases. Follow these tips to avoid unexpected expense and disappointment: Shop around. Do your research. Take your time...

Prevent Identity Theft
When your personal information is sold or gets into circulation, it poses two threats: you will receive more unwanted solicitations --and you could become a victim of “identity theft,” such as someone opening an account using your name. Control your personal information

How to Deal with Credit Card Offers
Have you received a solicitation by mail or telephone offering you a new credit card? Should you sign up -- or tear it up? If you’re interested, how do you “shop” for credit cards? First of all, consider the “just-say-NO” approach.

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