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Do your own research.

DFPI is committed to helping you stay informed and make smart financial choices.

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Student Loans

Loan options, consolidation and the Student Loan Bill of Rights.

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Crypto

FAQs, Scam Tracker, alerts and filing a complaint.

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Managing Debt

Know your rights, debt collection laws and more.

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Investing

Tips for online investors, checking brokers and identifying fraud.

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Latest Content for Consumers

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Consumer Insights

Outsmart Summer Tourist Traps

Jul 20, 2026

Travel scams have changed dramatically, but your best defense remains the same – awareness, patience, and verification.

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Alerts

The Job Interview Malware Trap

Aug 3, 2026

Consumers, particularly those who are seeking employment, should be aware of a scam in which attackers impersonate employers to trick applicants into downloading malicious software.

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Press Release

DFPI Announces $3.3 Million in Grants to Support Statewide Financial Empowerment Initiatives

Aug 4, 2026

The DFPI has awarded $3.32 million in CalMoneySmart grants for 2026-2028 to 12 nonprofits statewide, expanding free financial education, coaching and products for unbanked and underbanked Californians.

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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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Upcoming DFPI Events

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Protect Yourself from Fraud Presentation – Berkeley

Event Date: August 7 Location: Epworth United Methodist Church

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AARP Scam Chat Wednesdays: Protecting your Data Online

Event Date: August 12 Location: Virtual

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Protect Yourself from Fraud Presentation

Event Date: August 19 Location: Evergreen Missionary Baptist

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