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BankSITE Consumer Guide - Provides information and self-qualification tests for areas such as credit cards, personal loans and mortgages.
www.banksite.com/consumerguide.htm

Center for Responsible Lending - Organization (USA) working to eliminate abusive financial practices.
www.responsiblelending.org/

Consumer Handbook for Credit Protection - Handbook for individuals containing advice and regulations while applying for consumer loans. Published by the US Federal Reserve Board, there is a special focus on who is using applicant credit scores, a detailed glossory of terms and a directory of federal agencies.
www.federalreserve.gov/pubs/consumerhdbk/apply.htm

Federal Citizen Information Center - Provides answers to your questions about federal government financial programs and everyday consumer issues. Offers toll-free numbers and consumer help section.
www.pueblo.gsa.gov/call/foia.htm

Finances - Credit and Debt - Provided by the Iowa State University, offers advice and alternatives to conventional consumer/individual loans. Other features of the site include articles on personal fiscal responsibility, farm management and use of credit reports.
www.extension.iastate.edu/finances/personal/creditdebt/

Predatory Lending Sucks - Articles about predatory lending practices by home mortgage companies. Released in 2001, offers links to assist in conusmer efforts when combating predatory lenders.
www.predatorylendingsucks.com