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As incidents of identity theft become more prevalent, so do they ways we can protect ourselves. We've compiled over 15 ways to secure your identity. Read on to learn more!
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The United States Trustee Program is the component of the USDOJ responsible for overseeing the administration of bankruptcy cases and private trustees. Thier website provides information about the United States Trustee Program and the federal bankruptcy system, Bankruptcy reform, a list of approved Credit Counseling agencies and Debtor Education providers.
Executive Office for U.S. Trustees
20 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Suite 8000
Washington, DC 20530
(202)514-4100 or www.usdoj.gov/ust/index.htm
USDOJ Approved Credit Counseling Agencies (by state)
www.usdoj.gov/ust/eo/bapcpa/ccde/cc_approved.htm
USDOJ Approved Debtor Education Providers (by state)
www.usdoj.gov/ust/eo/bapcpa/ccde/de_approved.htm
Federal Trade Commission
For a brochure on the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Publications Division
Washington, DC 20580
(202) 326-2222 or www.ftc.gov
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American Bar Association
For bankruptcy, employment, housing and civil issues only
321 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60654-7598
(800) 285-2221 or www.abanet.org
Yellow Pages
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2. Look under, “Attorney Referral” in the white pages of their local phone book.
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As incidents of identity theft become more prevalent, so do they ways we can protect ourselves. We've compiled over 15 ways to secure your identity. Read on to learn more!
While the courts struck down the student loan forgiveness program, there are still new programs that can significantly assist borrowers in managing their student loans. Below, we outline two of those programs and how to access them.
Across the United States, parents are preparing for students to return to school. And with that comes needed supplies, clothing, equipment for extracurricular activities, and more. So, we thought we’d provide some ideas on ways to reduce or mitigate some back-to-school expenses. Many of these ideas come from our own staff who are also dealing with the rising costs of sending kids to school.
High-speed internet service is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for everyone, everywhere. From doing homework to using telehealth, working remotely, connecting with family and friends and more, internet is needed for everyday life.
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