Financial Literacy and Education Resources
The OCCC’s guide to financial literacy and education resources is a one-stop shop for all demographics seeking personal financial literacy information. This site is updated periodically and is also posted on the Texas Department of Health and Human Services website.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Finance Commission of Texas
For Specific Questions Regarding the Finance Commission Contact:
Phone: 512-936-6222
E-Mail: finance.commission@fc.texas.gov
Credit Reporting Agencies: Produce and maintain your credit report.
Equifax:
800-685-1111
Experian:
888-397-3742; TTY: 800-972-0322
TransUnion:
800-888-4213
- Request a free copy of your credit report every 12 months from each credit reporting company by visiting annualcreditreport.com or by phone at 877-322-8228.
General Resources
Legal Assistance: Organizations offering informational videos, free legal publications, self-help guides, legal information, and legal aid assistance to populations that may be at a disadvantage or free resource materials can be found here.
HUD-approved housing counselors across Texas are available at little or no cost. You may find a HUD-approved housing counselor near you by calling 800-569-4287.
Consumer Credit Counseling Agencies: These agencies can assist you in becoming debt free and offer a wide range of services. However, they are most helpful as a source of information and credit education. Their goal is to help you remain debt-free.
To locate a certified consumer credit counseling service in your area, you may contact the National Foundation for Credit Counseling by visiting their website at www.nfcc.org or via phone at 800-388-2227. To locate an agency click here.
Texas State Government Agencies
Federal Government Agencies
- Need to find a bank’s federal regulator, click here
Consumer Resources
- Better Business Bureau
- Freddie Mac’s Tools and Resources About Home Ownership
- Austin Tenants’ Council
- Fannie Mae Home Path
- Texas Tenant Advisor
- National Legal Aid and Defender Association
- Texas Veterans Land Board: Housing Assistance
Industry Trade Associations
Contact information for the below trade associations and organizations is provided as a courtesy. The OCCC does not endorse or recommend a specific association or organization. Licensees are solely responsible for maintaining compliance with federal and state statutes, rules and regulations.