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30 Common Credit Scams: A Guide for Financially Vulnerable Adults

In the modern world, most of us will rely on electronic banking in some form or another. Whether it’s using a card to pay for items in shops, or online transfers, we seamlessly use a blend of digital finance tools and cash in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, this means that there is also a myriad of ways that scammers can target consumers, especially if they are a high-risk group. And with so many different scams doing the rounds, it can be hard to keep track of what you’re meant to look out for.

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The Unites State of Student Debt

"Arial",sans-serif">Being able to access higher education is a wonderful step towards building a financially secure future; enabling people to gain better employment opportunities and live to a higher standard. However, student debt is a complicated issue, and trying to decide if the costs of a degree are worth it can be difficult.

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Advance Directive: It's Your Right to Decide

In Missouri, an advance directive is a legal document that allows individuals to make their healthcare wishes known in advance, should they become unable to make decisions for themselves. It essentially outlines preferences for medical treatment and names a healthcare agent to make decisions on the individual's behalf when they are incapacitated. Here's a more detailed explanation: What is an Advance Directive?

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Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled

NEW: Online Reporting is now available for all concerned individuals and should only be used to report non-emergencies. If you are a mandated reporter, DHSS encourages you to make your adult abuse and neglect reports online 24/7 to help keep our hotline open to the public. Thank you for your partnership! For more information go to the following link: Abuse

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Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline

Reporting child abuse is everyone's responsibility If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call our toll-free hotline at 1-800-392-3738. Our team will be available to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are hearing or speech impaired, call Relay Missouri at 1-800-735-2466 (voice) or 1-800-735-2966 (text).

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The Missouri Bar Money Guide

The Missouri Bar has published the Money Guide to assist with questions concerning debt collection, overdraft fee payday lending information, credit card rules, etc. If you are experiencing money problems in any of these areas more, click on "The Money Guide" pdf document below.

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Power of Attorney In Missouri

In Missouri, a Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone (an agent) to act on your behalf in financial and/or healthcare matters. Missouri recognizes both general and durable powers of attorney, with the latter remaining in effect even if the principal becomes incapacitated. A healthcare power of attorney allows you to designate someone to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so. Key Aspects of Power of Attorney in Missouri:

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Division of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities

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Find Public Benefits in Missouri

Find Public Benefits Program Link - Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services If you click on the this link you will be leaving this website.

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Steps You Can Take To Avoid Foreclosure

Steps You Can Take To Avoid Foreclosure - The Missouri Bar If you click on the this link you will be leaving this website.

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