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National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) highlights consumer protection and education efforts around the country. NCPW 2008's organizers encourage people from coast to coast to master the financial facts of life. It’s a sound investment: Financially savvy consumers are likely to make smarter decisions about managing their money, using credit wisely, and building a solid financial foundation for later. Every day, consumers conduct some type of financial transaction requiring an educated decision: shopping for a mortgage or auto loan; understanding and reconciling credit card statements and utility bills; choosing savings and retirement plans; comparing health insurance policies; understanding their credit report and how it affects their ability to get credit and on what terms; simply deciding how to pay for a purchase. Education is the first line of defense for consumers to manage their money wisely and protect themselves against frauds or rip-offs. Consumers can find practical – and tactical – tips from NCPW partner organizations about how to make well-informed financial decisions, avoid credit scams, and protect their personal information at on this site. For resources, go to http://www.consumer.gov/ncpw/