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Sign up today to receive the first available copies of the 2006 Consumer Action Handbook. This everyday guide to being a smart shopper is chocked full of helpful tips about buying a car or home, preventing identity theft, understanding credit, resolving problems after a purchase, and much more. In the 2006 edition, you’ll find new information about Medicare prescription drug plans, free credit reports, and digital TV. And as always, there’s an updated list of addresses, phone numbers, and websites for corporate consumer affairs offices, BBBs, state and local government listings, national consumer organizations, Federal agencies, and others who can help.

Quick Consumer Tip

Don't buy under stress. Research suggests senior citizens, people in crisis (e.g., coping with a death or debt), college students, small business owners, minorities, and immigrants are especially at risk of being victimized. Avoid making big-ticket purchases during times of duress.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hurricane Katrina Assistance

Hurricane Katrina has proved to be one of the most destructive storms in U.S. history. Hazards from flooding, weakened and damaged buildings, downed power lines, and other dangers are jeopardizing the lives of millions of Americans. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions about Hurricane Katrina.

 

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