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image of federal reserve bank of bostonThe Boston Fed provides many resources to consumers, including conferences on current issues faced by consumers as well as publications that help consumers stay informed. Our Consumer Spotlight is an informative resource on consumer laws and regulations created to help resolve prevalent consumer concerns and promote awareness. To be a savvy consumer, visit the Spotlight often.

For consumer information related to mortgages and foreclosure, be sure to visit TheInformedHomebuyer.org. offsite

The Boston Fed is a member of the New England Consumer Advisory Group (NECAG), which identifies and addresses consumer financial protection issues in the region.

Consumer Spotlight

necag conferenceNovember 14, 2012
The Student Debt Dilemma: History, Implications, and Potential Solutions
The 8th Annual New England Consumer Advisory Group Conference
smart choices, great futures coverSmart Choices, Great Futures: Higher Education in Massaschusetts
Tips for choosing and attending school
survival guideThe Consumer Financial Emergency Survival Kit
Basic helpful guidance and resources on a broad range of consumer financial topics updated in May 2012
survival guideEquipo de supervivencia financiera de emergencia para el consumidor
Guía básica y recursos prácticos sobre una amplia gama de temas financieros
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Database of Consumer Credit Card Agreements offsite
Agreements for more than 300 credit card issuers are now online in a searchable database created and updated quarterly by the Federal Reserve Board.
The Federal Reserve Board Proposes Rules Amending Credit Card Provisions of Regulation Z (Truth in Lending) offsite

"5 Tips" Series from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors