Iowa State University Extension

Everyone wants to earn top dollar on their investments. But while many investments may be attractive and appropriate for your financial situation, others may be of questionable value or, in the worst cases, frauds.

Are you, a family member, friend, or others getting telemarketing calls that you do not want? The Federal Trade Commission and Direct Marketing Association provide you with several options to eliminate those calls. This month’s newsletter provides information from these organizations regarding their services.

Protecting our personal information has become an essential skill for living in our society, yet not everyone has heard about the steps we can take to protect ourselves. From taking our Social Security number off our drivers' licenses and other documents to reducing the junk mail and telemarketing calls we receive, there is much we can do to protect ourselves.

Links and resources related to consumer privacy