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Consumer Insights

Financial Literacy Matters Now More Than Ever

Apr 20, 2026

Follow these steps toward achieving your financial goals despite rising costs and unexpected economic challenges.

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Alerts

Individual Falsely Posing as a Licensed Investment Adviser Representative

Apr 27, 2026

The DFPI has received information that an individual is contacting consumers through text messages and messaging platforms, such as Telegram and WhatsApp, while falsely claiming to be Douglas Boneparth, a licensed Investment Adviser representative.

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Supporting Financial Empowerment: DFPI Opens New CalMoneySmart Grant Application Period

Mar 30, 2026

The DFPI announced that $3.2 million in grants is available through the 2026–2028 CalMoneySmart program for nonprofit organizations that provide free financial empowerment services to California residents.

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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.

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West Sacramento Senior Resource Fair

Event Date: May 8 Location: West Sacramento Community Center

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Spring Resource Fair w/Ams. Esmeralda Sori (AD27) – Biola

Event Date: May 9 Location: Biola Community Services District

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