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Washington Department of Financial Institutions
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Today is #GivingTuesday! Make sure you are giving smart today by following these helpful tips. Visit the Office of the Secretary of State's Division of Corporations and Charities website to research reliable charities at: ccfs.sos.wa.gov/#/ Happy donating! #donation #give
- SCAM ALERT: Cell phone porting scams, where a scammer can steal your phone number and gain full access to your information. The @bbb_us has more details and how to spot the scam: go.bbb.org/2ETCnDo
- ⏳ COVID-19 utility moratorium ends Sept. 30⏳ Estimates show more than 500,000 Washingtonians have overdue bills that could result in their services being shut off. Customers should contact their utility provider ASAP and make a plan. More information at commerce.wa.gov/utility-assist….
- It’s #AmericaSavesWeek and #WashingtonSavesWeek! Today, we’re focused on saving automatically. There are several ways you can save automatically! Visit our website at: dfi.wa.gov/financial-educ… #ASW2023 @AmericaSaves
- DFI's Director Gloria Papiez will retire April 1 after 35 years of state service. Congratulations Gloria! bit.ly/2sM4nDD
- Plan for your 2023 budget by: Evaluating your debts and bills Cutting down on your expenses Deciding how to record your income and spending Creating a realistic budget Starting an emergency fund Learn more about how to budget on our website at: dfi.wa.gov/financial-educ…
00:00 - DFI today announced the launch of its Center for FinTech Information to facilitate communication between DFI and entrepreneurs, start-ups, and fintech companies dfi.wa.gov/fintech
- Having money in a short-term savings fund will help you pay for emergency repairs, a last-minute vacation trip and other unexpected expenses. Learn about emergency savings accounts at: dfi.wa.gov/financial-educ… #ASW2023 #WashingtonSavesWeek @AmericaSaves
- 'Tis the season for giving...without giving your identity away. Here are some tips for protecting yourself during this season when online shopping. Learn more at: dfi.wa.gov/consumers/cybe… #scammers #holidays #financialinstituions
- Elder Abuse Awareness day is June 15. Learn to spot the signs of elder financial fraud. 1.usa.gov/24MLxpB
- Beware of COVID-19 scams tied to government assistance and economic relief. We have heard of quite a few popping up. Tips in the link below. dfi.wa.gov/consumer/alert…
