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Protect your money.
Know your rights.
Do your own research.

DFPI is committed to helping you stay informed and make smart financial choices.

DFPI Cautions on Apps Offering Unqualified Securities

The DFPI has issued orders for violations of California securities laws against companies that offer unregistered securities to the public through smartphone apps available for download from app stores. The DFPI has posted a new consumer brochure on the topic.

DFPI Launches Network to Help Californians Navigate Their Student Loans

The statewide Student Loan Empowerment Network (SLE Network) connects California student loan borrowers to community-based organizations for help understanding their student loans, obtaining legal aid, and putting them on a path toward economic mobility.

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Advancing economic opportunities for Asian American communities
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DFPI Launches Investor Center to Empower Californians to Take Control of Their Financial Futures

The DFPI announced today the launch of its new Investor Center, a website dedicated to promoting financial literacy, investor resources, and collaborative education in partnership with nonprofits, educators, and community-based organizations.

Build Wealth Through Banking

In addition to providing a safe place to put your money, most banks and credit unions can help you invest your money and earn a return on interest. Here are some banking services that can help you get started with building wealth.

Advancing Asian American Communities through Opportunity

Meet two of our community partners that support financial education and empowerment programs for Asian American and immigrant communities in California.

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At the DFPI, we believe the more information you have, the more empowered you can be. We work hard to provide Californians with financial education, fraud and scam alerts, resources, and tools to help them make smart financial choices.

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Most banks and credit unions are safe places to store your money. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insures bank depositors' funds up to $250,000 per account. The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) provides insurance coverage for deposits held...

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Consumer Alerts

DFPI Cautions on Apps Offering Unqualified Securities

The DFPI has issued orders for violations of California securities laws against companies that offer unregistered securities to the public through smartphone apps available for download from app stores. The DFPI has posted a new consumer brochure on the topic.

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Upcoming DFPI Events

Empower Your Community with the DFPI’s Investor Center webinar #1

June 10, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Are you looking to educate your community with financial knowledge and investing resources? Register and join this webinar to learn about the DFPI’s Investor Center, a new educational site designed to make investing accessible for everyone.

City of Calabasas Fraud Presentation

June 11, 2024 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
The DFPI will be providing a free fraud and scam prevention presentation at the Calabasas Senior Center as part of the City of Calabasas’ Summer Program for residents and non-residents. Print materials and resources will be distributed at this event.

WISE & Healthy Aging WEAAD

June 12, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hosted by WISE & Healthy Aging, in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), There will be speakers on elder abuse, and DFPI will be one of the agencies distributing educational materials.

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