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Resources for the Military Community
February 19th, 2010
by Carol
If you or someone you know or love is a member of the armed forces, you know that the facts of military life — like deployment and frequent moves — can be a challenge at best. And, as the expression goes, knowledge is power. That’s especially true in the marketplace. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) can help you make the most of your money and take full advantage of your consumer rights. The FTC’s free resources can help you protect your privacy, manage money and debt, avoid identity theft, understand credit and mortgages, and spot potentially costly frauds and scams.
The FTC even has a few tips specifically for service members and their families. Take “active duty alerts,” for example. If you’re deployed from your usual duty station and don’t expect to apply for new credit while you’re deployed, you might consider placing an “active duty alert” on your credit report. It requires creditors to verify your identity before they grant credit in your name. Click here for more information for military personnel about identity theft.
If you’re at the Pentagon between Feb. 22 and Feb. 26, stop in to the DoD Financial Readiness Fair. Pick up some free resources on money management, saving and investing. We’ll look forward to seeing you at the FTC table, and saying hello in person.
Tags: active duty alert, deployment, military, service
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