Consumers and Finance
Use money wisely
Choose an efficient refrigerator, bargain at the flea market, file a consumer complaint, make a budget, learn about investing…what tools do you need to manage your resources?
Consumer Savings and Protection
*Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports is free online when you go through the library! Rate and compare products to find the best value for your needs.
How does free library access work?
- At the library, just click the link above (no library card required).
- From home or elsewhere, find the 14-digit number on the back of your library card, and type it in when prompted.
Vermont Attorney General Consumer Assistance Program
“For over three decades, the Vermont Attorney General and UVM have worked together to help Vermont consumers and businesses.” File an online complaint or call the toll-free number for consumer assistance: 800-649-2424.
U.S. Federal Resources
Consumer.gov
“What to know and do.” Quick, user-friendly information on money management, credit and loans, identity protection
Federal Trade Commission
Detailed advice and practical instructions:
- Report fraud or identity theft
- Get free credit reports
- Get consumer alerts
Financial Planning and Security
*Morningstar Investing Center
Respected financial resource, free with your library card. Includes analysis and ratings of companies, industries, and funds, plus a large library of financial planning articles, many for investing newbies.
Access for library patrons is funded in part through a grant from FINRA, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.
Access Morningstar in the library
or
Access Morningstar remotely
with your library card.
SEVCA’s Economic Development Program helps low-to-moderate income Vermonters with real-life economics, from micro business to Financial Fitness classes to tax filing.
Just for fun
*Prices4Antiques
P4A is an illustrated database of auction prices for antiques and collectibles in hundreds of categories. Free with your library card.
Looking for business resources?
Check out our Business Research Guide.
FEATURED EVENTS
*Resources with an asterisk require a Brooks Memorial Library card or access on-site at the library.