News & Press Releases

Boston, MA – October 17, 2012 Leading national debt counseling non-profit promotes Clete Thomas to Community Outreach Coordinator, hosts 143 free financial education workshops throughout Commonwealth communities in the third quarter of 2012.

Boston, MA – October 16, 2012 Between costumes, decorations, and party expenses, Halloween can stretch a tight budget to the breaking point – but it doesn’t have to. Here, American Consumer Credit Counseling shares five easy tips to help consumers save money on Halloween essentials.

Boston, MA – October 14, 2012 Leading non-profit debt management organization contributed to the fight against brain tumors with sponsorship and team fundraising On Saturday October 13th, hundreds of walkers raised over $500,000 to support the National Brain Tumor Society at the 3rd Annual Boston Brain Tumor Walk. For the second consecutive year American Consumer Credit Counseling served as a leading sponsor of the event, which took place at Carson Beach in South Boston.

Boston, MA – September 5, 2012 ACCC surveys of budget-conscious Americans finds that 87 percent of consumers have experienced some form of error on their credit report potentially hurting their ability to borrow.

Boston, MA – August 12, 2012 Americans who are in need of credit counseling are at a loss at how to best obtain it, according to a new web poll. Of the 2,274 survey respondents, 47 percent said they are not seeking professional financial guidance because they don’t know where they can turn for trustworthy help

Boston, MA – August 8, 2012 ACCC surveys of budget-conscious Americans finds that consumers aged 25 to 32 are unable to purchase a home and save for retirement because of overwhelming student loan debt.

Boston, MA – August 6, 2012 Though rates remain high, Massachusetts sees slight drop in claims in first half of 2012. Declaring bankruptcy can provide a fresh start, but often consumers are overwhelmed by the process.

Boston, MA – July 18, 2012 American Consumer Credit Counseling announced today a number of resources, including the organization’s Understanding Credit Reports, to help consumers combat inaccurate credit report information.

Boston, MA – June 26, 2012 Don’t let the slow economy impact your summer travel this year. Follow these five financially-savvy tips to ensure a debt-free vacation.

Boston, MA – May 21, 2012 Non-profit consumer debt counseling agency to provide critical education to consumers on budgeting tools and improving their financial habits.

Boston, MA – April 2, 2012 Few can qualify for best rates on mortgages and car loans, according to ACCC poll. 2 in 5 surveyed have sub-prime credit. Large numbers don’t know their score at all.

Boston, MA – March 30, 2012 Leading national debt counseling non-profit hosts more than 178 financial education workshops throughout Commonwealth communities in the first quarter of 2012.

Boston, MA – March 29, 2012 Leading non-profit debt management organization encourages employees to increase awareness of positive health behaviors and make healthy lifestyle changes.

Boston, MA – March 1, 2012 Latest American Consumer Credit Counseling poll suggest economic concerns remain high and that many Americans will use their tax refund to lower debt and pay off bills.

Boston, MA – January 10, 2012 American Consumer Credit Counseling (ACCC) announced today that the Newton-based non-profit will be attending the American Bankruptcy Institute’s Northeast Consumer Winter Forum, to be held at the Suffolk University Law School in Boston on Monday, January 16th.