Consumer Resources - VION Investments

Consumer Information Resources

VION is committed to protecting the rights of consumers and offering resources for those seeking information and assistance related to debt management and collections practices. The links on this page are a selection of agencies and organizations related to consumer issues. For additional information, please contact your related state agencies.

Automobile

Are Car Ads Taking You for a Ride?
Financing or Leasing a Car

Online Protection:

Why is Internet Safety Important?
Internet Safety for Adults
Internet Fraud
What is a Phishing Attack?
Data Breach
Fake Check Scams
Debt Relief Scams
Scam Alerts
Phone Scams

Credit Reporting:

Building a Better Credit Report
Lost or Stolen Credit, ATM or Debit Cards

Debt Collection:

Credit and Consumer Rights
Knee Deep in Debt
Debt Collection
Protecting Against Credit Card Fraud
Translation and description of common-used debt collection terms is available in multiple languages on the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection’s website, http://www.nyc.gov/dca

Education and Employment:

Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams
Employment Background Checks
Job Scams

Identity Protection:

Identity Theft: What to Know, What to Do
Phishing Scams
Safe Internet Banking
Anti-phishing and Fraud Resources
9 Things to Do Immediately After Your Identity Is Stolen

Business and Investment:

Guide to Buying a Franchise
Starting an Internet Business
Investment Risks

Loans and Mortgages:

Finding a Safe Loan

Personal Finance:

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
10 Ways to Prepare for Retirement
SEC’s Roadmap to Saving and Investing

Youth:

TreasuryDirect Kids
Money Smart for Young Adults

Calculators:

Retirement Estimator
Monthly Payment
Debt Payoff
My Army One Source Savings Calculator