Consumers who delay getting financial advice because they're too embarrassed can get help from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC)--formerly called the National Foundation for Consumer Credit. The NFCC, in Silver Spring, Md., offers online credit counseling--financial advice and counseling without meeting a counselor in person.
"People with money problems can begin their journey to financial wellness in the comfort and privacy of their homes by completing an online credit counseling form," says Joy Thormodsgard, NFCC's chief operating officer. "A certified counselor will analyze the information and develop a financial wellness plan to meet their specific needs," she adds.
Consumers access the service at NFCC's Web site (www.nfcc.org) by clicking on the online counseling command. They answer several financial questions and send their responses to NFCC headquarters over a secure Internet line.
Other features include DebtTalk, a weekly online chat room where consumers discuss credit- and debit-related topics; links to budget and credit calculators, and a pressroom with stories and news releases.
