Protect your money.
Know your rights.
Do your own research.
DFPI is committed to helping you stay informed and make smart financial choices.
Protect your money.
Know your rights.
Do your own research.
DFPI is committed to helping you stay informed and make smart financial choices.
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Do Your Own Research – Start With DFPI
Protect your money. Know your rights. Do your own research.
At the DFPI, we believe the more information you have, the more empowered you can be. We work hard to provide Californians with financial education, fraud and scam alerts, resources, and tools to help them make smart financial choices.
Consumer Insights
Three Steps to Managing and Getting Out of Debt
Debt is money that is borrowed that must be repaid, usually with interest, over time. Some types of debt help you generate wealth, like buying a home with a mortgage, or future income, like student loans to pay for college education. Consumer debt, such as...
Consumer Alerts
“Hartman Cain & Associates” is Fraudulently Misrepresenting a Legal Settlement Involving the “California Department of Business Oversight”
The DFPI, which was formerly known as the Department of Business Oversight, reports that there is no licensed law firm in California called “Hartman Cain & Associates,” nor is the DFPI involved in a settlement with any entity using that name.
Upcoming DFPI Events
Protect Yourself from Fraud Series with Asm. Jacqui Irwin (AD42)
May 1, 2024 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Join this free webinar hosted by the Office of Asm. Irwin to learn how to protect yourself and your community from fraud and scams. The DFPI and the DOJ will be featured as a presenters.
Lompoc’s Annual Senior Health and Wellness Expo 2024
May 3, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join the City of Lompoc’s annual gathering focused on senior health and wellness. This event is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to learn about community resources, health checks, and enjoy various activities tailored to their interests and needs.
Starting Your Own Business Webinar
May 8, 2024 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Starting, owning, and operating a business can be a pathway to building generational wealth. Having the right knowledge and guidance can make all the difference. Join this webinar to learn how you can get your business started, with topics covering market research, business plans, regulations and licensing, funding, and more!