OCJ hosted our second CLE and Community Gathering Hour on December 6 in Southeast Portland.
We had so much fun celebrating the release of our second Consumer Confidence Comic on December 6! From groovy tunes and coloring supplies to giant slices of cake, there was something for everyone at the launch of Dealing with Debt Collection.
It is often possible to successfully negotiate with debt collectors to find an arrangement that works for you and your financial situation. Use the following tips and phrases when negotiating payment options with a debt collector.
It can be confusing and intimidating to get a debt collection notice saying that you owe money. Whether you owe it or not, it's often difficult to understand who sent the notice, how to respond, or whether or not it's a scam. Here's what to do if you receive a notice saying you owe money.
Our comic offers tips and insights for dealing with debt collection with confidence.
You have rights when it comes to dealing with debt collection and debt collectors. Learn about the state and federal laws that help protect consumers from unfair and predatory debt-collection practices.
We’re excited to introduce three new members to the OCJ team: Angela Donley, MSW, as our new Policy Analyst, and Jeremy Woodson and Grace Hashiguchi as Communications Associates. They each bring a wealth of expertise and a strong passion for advancing OCJ’s mission to support and protect consumers.
Can you believe it’s been almost a month since we hosted a party with over 90 guests to launch our first Consumer Confidence Comic, Purchasing a Used Car? We want to give a huge shoutout to our friends, family, colleagues, and collaborators for joining us on June 14 to celebrate the launch of this new educational resource. The event was unforgettable!
You did everything right in purchasing your used car from a dealer. Despite this, before long, you start experiencing problems. First, it’s a check engine light, then next, it’s overheating, leaking fluids, or you hear a knocking noise from the engine. Your next steps at this point are critical if you want the dealer to make things right.
Our comic offers tips and insights for purchasing a used car with confidence.
Explore key tips for buying a used car. Learn to avoid common pitfalls that support informed choices at the dealership.
If buying a used car, you may need financing for your purchase. For many consumers, auto financing is a complicated and hard-to-understand process, even for those who have previously financed vehicles. Learn how financing works and how to maximize financing on your next vehicle purchase.
