Consumer Resources
DFPI is dedicated to protecting, educating and empowering California consumers. This is your gateway to important consumer information and financial education resources.
Consumer Insights

How to File a Complaint with the DFPI
Filing a complaint with the DFPI helps in effectively addressing your financial grievances by facilitating communication with the relevant institution, and also assists in protecting other consumers by identifying patterns of misconduct, thus promoting fair business practices.
Consumer Alerts

Imposter Website is Fraudulently Posing as a California-licensed Deferred Deposit Originator as part of Advanced Fee Scam
The DFPI has received information about an advance fee scam. The imposter’s website is not associated with a California-licensed Deferred Deposit Originator “CCFI Funding, LLC, DBA, Cash Central, Insight Capital.”
Consumer Education
Information and resources to empower consumers to make smart financial decisions.
Student Loans
Crypto Assets
Debt Collection
Investing
Consumer Outreach, Brochures and Flyers
Educational Videos
Financial Education Resources
Upcoming DFPI Events
Student Loans: What To Expect in 2023 – Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Income Driven Repayment and Fresh Start Program
June 6, 2023 | 12:00 PAM – 1:00 PM
Join the this free webinar to hear updates about student loan initiatives, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), the Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) Adjustment and the Fresh Start program.
Walk & Roll Resource Fair – Long Beach
June 15, 2023 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Come join the DFPI in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) to raise awareness for elder justice and dignity, and then visit the resource booths provided by government and nonprofit organizations.
OC Senior Day – Laguna Hills
June 16, 2023 | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Join this free event for a light breakfast and lunch with presentations on memory care, Alzheimer’s, cell phone training, insurance, travel opportunities, fraud prevention, and various topics!