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What Asian Americans Should Know About Insurance Fraud
An 8-page, illustrated manual written to help agency staff answer their clients' questions about insurance fraud. Though written specifically for agencies that work with Asian Americans, it contains information relevant to any consumer's questions. It… -
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How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Insurance Fraud
An illustrated brochure describing the warning signs of insurance fraud, with some concrete steps you can take to avoid becoming a victim. Though written specifically to help Asian Americans, this brochure contains information helpful to… -
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Algunos consejos sobre el seguro de vida
Hoja informativa que discute varios elementos de los seguros de vida: quiénes lo necesitan; cómo comparar precios; cuánta cobertura se necesita; la diferencia entre el seguro temporal y el que tiene valor en efectivo; y… -
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A Few Facts About Life Insurance
A fact sheet that discusses several elements of life insurance: who needs it; how to shop for it; how much coverage one needs; differences between Term insurance and Cash-value insurance; and insurance discrimination. -
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Questions & Answers about Life Insurance
An 8-page manual written to help agency staff answer their clients' questions about life insurance. -
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Es su decisión - ¿Le conviene a usted una HMO de Medicare?
Un folleto acerca de los cambios en el sistema de Medicare. Describe las asociaciones para la conservación de la salud (HMO) de Medicare y ofrece consejo para ayudarle a decidir si quiere afiliarse a una… -
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1999 CA Celebrates 28 Years Issue
Table of Contents Federal bill would ban unsolicited loan checks CA asks to unseal records… -
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2000 Financial Checklist Issue
Table of Contents Consumer Action targets housing discrimination Housing discrimination can happen in many ways -
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Su salud - Cómo sacarle provecho a su HMO
Una guía ilustrada de dieciséis páginas que describe en qué consiste la cobertura de HMO, la relación médico-paciente, cómo defender sus derechos y cómo manejar los problemas de calidad en el cuidado de la salud.… -
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It’s Your Health - How to get the most out of your HMO
A 16-page, illustrated booklet that describes doctor-patient relationships, knowing what is usually covered in HMO plans, standing up for your rights, and how to handle quality-of-care issues. Includes a 17-point coverage checklist. -
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Get a Car Loan
If you are seeking financing for a new or used car, you have many options for financing even if you have a poor financial history. However, late payments and other credit problems signal lenders that… -
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Coalition Against Insurance Fraud
A broad-based coalition of insurance companies, consumer groups, and government organizations working to implement new and existing laws and regulations that will directly and indirectly prevent or deter insurance fraud. The site offers consumer tips,… -
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Insurance News Network
Locate your state insurance regulator in order to file consumer complaints, learn more about state laws regarding insurance, and access consumer information about insurance. -
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National Association of Insurance Commissioners
Offers news, consumer information, and model and draft insurance laws, as well as links to state regulators. -
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Insurance Information Institute
Offers answers to consumers' questions on all types of insurance and provides an archive of insurance related news. -
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United Policyholders
A nonprofit organization that provides information about insurance from the consumer's point of view. They offer help in understanding your insurance policies, as well as tips for making a successful claim, especially after a natural… -
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Smart and Simple Financial Strategies for Busy People
Are you too busy to pay much attention to your money? Do you worry that maybe you haven’t been doing the right things? Jane Bryant Quinn, the trusted voice in personal finance journalist, helps you… -
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HealthInsurance.org
Provides free information and resources on individual health insurance, major medical insurance plan, private medical insurance, and health care plans. (It is not a health insurance company or agent.) -
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The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) Database
Search the NICB database for vehicles and watercraft affected by Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found on dashboards, driver's side door jamb stickers, and title documents. The Hull… -
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Choosing a Wireless Service Provider - Powerpoint Slides
These PowerPoint slides cover many of the issues involved in shopping for and using cell phone service. -
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Choosing a Wireless Plan - Training Curriculum
This PDF packet provides guidance for teachers and team leaders about consumers' cell phone choices—service providers, calling plans, and phones to name a few. The packet contains a detailed curriculum, and classroom activities designed to… -
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Choosing a Wireless Service Provider - Backgrounder Guide
This question-and-answer format booklet is designed to help you understand the issues involved in shopping for and using cell phone service. Topics covered include wireless service plans and coverage, wireless phones, keeping your phone number… -
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You can buy a home - The keys to homeownership (Laotian)
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you'll ever make. In this brochure, we cover key topics for potential homeowners, including preparing to buy a home, predicting homeownership costs, finding the right… -
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You can buy a home - The keys to homeownership (Cambodian)
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you'll ever make. In this brochure, we cover key topics for potential homeowners, including preparing to buy a home, predicting homeownership costs, finding the right… -
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You can buy a home - The keys to homeownership (Hmong)
Kev yuav tsev yog ib qho uas tseem ceeb tshaj ua koj yuav tau tshwm nyiaj yuav nyob hauv koj lub neej. Daim ntawv no yuav qhia txog tej yam tseemceeb uas tej tus yuav…
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