DISB Download
The DISB Download is a podcast series covering financial services topics impacting D.C. and its residents. The department, known as DISB, regulates financial services businesses in the District. The department’s goal is to protect the interests of District of Columbia consumers from unfair and abusive practices, while providing an equitable business environment for the regulated entities operating in Washington, D.C. To learn more, visit http://disb.dc.gov.
- Update frequency
- every 28 days
- Episodes
- 5
- Years Active
- 2013
How Teens Can Avoid Identity Theft and Fraud
Fraud and identity theft can occur at any age, and in fact, the Federal Trade Commission reports that identity theft victims under 30 account for 27 percent of all cases, compared to 19 percent for t…
Tue 13 Aug 2013
Insurance Checkup
Just like your annual health check-ups, it's important to evaluate your insurance policies. Do you have enough life insurance? Is your homeowner's policy up-to-date? Do you have a home inventory for …
Mon 15 Jul 2013
Health Insurance Explained
HMOs, PPOs, referrals and specialists - how much do you know about your health insurance? In this podcast, "Health Insurance Explained" a health insurance expert from our department, Carolyn King, br…
Tue 18 Jun 2013
Flood v. Homeowners Insurance - What do you need?
The frequent flooding in the D.C. neighborhoods Bloomingdale and LeDroit Park has prompted questions about what's covered under a homeowners policy versus flood insurance. In this podcast, DISB talks…
Wed 24 Apr 2013
Facing foreclosure in D.C.? Consider mediation with your lender
The District's Foreclosure Mediation Program has helped many residents avoid foreclosure. In this podcast, DISB talks to Ben Arnold, administrator of D.C.'s Foreclosure Mediation Program, about the m…
Mon 25 Mar 2013
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