Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGAre there fees to freeze your credit in your state?Most states have laws that determine the maximum amount that the credit bureaus can charge for credit freezes, temporary lifts or “thaws,”…Oct 2, 2017Oct 2, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGYour questions answered on the Equifax data breachThe credit bureau Equifax disclosed a breach of up to 143 million Social Security numbers, birth dates and other personal data.Sep 12, 2017Sep 12, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGPIRG security freeze and identity theft prevention tipsThe first defense against any kind of identity theft is to be vigilant about protecting your personal information by taking steps like…Sep 11, 20178Sep 11, 20178
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGHappy 6th birthday to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau!We’re joining Americans for Financial Reform, Consumers Union, The Other 98%, and dozens of other groups across the country to wish the…Jul 25, 2017Jul 25, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGServicemembers deserve betterServicemembers and Veterans Need Strong Financial ProtectionJun 6, 2017Jun 6, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGFact sheet: Protecting those who serveRead the full report “How the CFPB Safeguards Military Members & Veterans from Abuse in the Financial Marketplace”Jun 6, 2017Jun 6, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGWhy financial deregulation would hurt consumers’ walletsChances are your personal finances play a key role in your life. Whether it’s where to bank, what credit card to use, taking out a…Apr 20, 2017Apr 20, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGThe Consumer Bureau works for servicemembersThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has an Office of Servicemember Affairs to financially protect those that serve our country. Active…Apr 20, 2017Apr 20, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGFlyers Bill of RightsUnder the law, and thanks in part to our advocacy, you have more rights than you might think. We can’t guarantee a smooth flight, but we…Apr 19, 2017Apr 19, 2017
Kathryn LeeinU.S. PIRGThe unfriendly skiesA broken nose, a serious concussion, two knocked-out teeth and possible surgery.Apr 18, 2017Apr 18, 2017