Due to the severe storms that hit California this winter, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Franchise Tax Board (FTB) announced that tax deadlines for State and Federal taxes have been extended for most Californians to October 16, 2023. The extension applies automatically to residents in impacted counties, including those living in Los Angeles County.…
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What is Card Skimming? A card skimmer is an illegal device that criminals attach to card readers at Automated Teller Machines, (ATM), Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals, or at gas pumps. Criminals can use the data captured from the magnetic strip to steal the victim’s identity or create fake debit, credit, or Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards…
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COVID-19 Emergency Tenant Protections for renters in LA County expired on March 31, 2023, along with the County’s declaration of a public health emergency for COVID-19. We understand that navigating the changes and knowing what protections apply to you can be daunting. So, we’ve put together this guide below to help you understand what protections…
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National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) 2023 couldn’t come at a better time. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released their top frauds of 2022 list and impersonation scams have once again topped the list at No. 1. So, it’s a perfect time to talk with your family and friends about spotting and avoiding these impersonation…
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Looking to protect yourself from fraud, identity theft, and scams? Wondering about the best way to improve your credit, shop for a used car, or how to maximize your security online? Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs is here to help during National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) — March 5 – 11,…
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L.A. County has been much colder this winter than most of us are used to. Many of us are turning up the heat to stay warm. But what happens if you’re a renter and your heat isn’t working properly – or isn’t working at all? What do you need to know if you’re having heating…
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Updated April 3, 2023 The L.A. County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs office located at the Hall of Records (320 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012) in Downtown Los Angeles has reopened following repairs due to an unexpected facilities issue. For the most efficient in-person service, please set up an appointment time. DCBA…
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Did you get a survey from the FTC and State of California? The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and State of California recently reached a settlement with Ygrene Energy Fund, a company that provides home improvement financing. The FTC and California alleged that Ygrene misled homeowners about whether financing would interfere with home sales and…
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Tax season 2023 is here and we hope this year starts off with fruitful beginnings. You work hard to make ends meet and you want to see yourself and your family thrive. We want to make sure that you know about a few tax season’s resources that can help increase your nest egg. TAX CREDITS…
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Los Angeles County has come together to launch an innovative program that will keep homeowners advised when activity occurs on an individual’s property by using registrants’ email addresses. The Property Owner e-Notification Alert (e-Notification) is an extension of the County’s existing Fraud Notification Program, which informs property owners of recorded activity on their property. The…
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