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Montgomery County, MD, Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection Releases New Podcast Episode Focused on Financial Tips for Uncertain Times

The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) has released a new episode of its Consumer Connection podcast titled “Out of Work, Not Out of Options: Your Financial Game Plan.” This episode offers listeners practical advice for managing finances during periods of transition, such as job loss, relocation or retirement.

The episode features host Michelle Escobar, an OCP investigator, and guest Ira Rheingold, executive director at the National Association of Consumer Advocates. Together, they discuss strategies for:

  • Budgeting and managing expenses.
  • Reducing debt.
  • Improving financial literacy.
  • Recognizing and avoiding scams.