What is the Census? According to the United States Census Bureau, the Census counts every resident in the United States. Mandated by the Constitution, the Census takes place every 10 years. The data collected by the Census determine the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives and is used to… Continue reading Census 2020: Know the facts!
Credit 101
Credit can be a confusing concept. CAP wants to make it simple for you! This post is a guide to credit, credit bureaus, credit reports and more. What is credit? Your “credit” refers to your ability to borrow money and how much you can borrow. Your “credit score” is determined by your credit history, and… Continue reading Credit 101
Open Enrollment Medicare Card and Social Security Number Phishing Scam Alert
Scammers are posing as Medicare saying they need your Medicare card number or Social Security Number to issue a new card or to verify medical information to keep your coverage active. The calls may also claim that coverage is expiring or in need of renewal. During Medicare Open Enrollment and all year, hang up on… Continue reading Open Enrollment Medicare Card and Social Security Number Phishing Scam Alert
Don’t forget to file your Equifax claim!
Were you impacted by the 2017 Equifax Data Breach? Don’t forget to file your claim and take advantage of free credit monitoring services! The deadline to file a claim is January 22, 2020. If you would like to exclude yourself from the settlement, comment, or object to the settlement, the deadline is November 19, 2019.… Continue reading Don’t forget to file your Equifax claim!
Vermonter of the Month: Gary De Carolis
This is a monthly series in which the Attorney General will feature a Vermonter doing exemplary work in their community. Have someone you think should be featured? Email AGO.CAP@vermont.gov. When reflecting on his 35+ year career in service to others, Gary De Carolis, Executive Director of the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County, said, “I’ve had a… Continue reading Vermonter of the Month: Gary De Carolis