New consumer website targets 18-30 year olds

The Governor’s Office of Consumer Affairs has launched a new web site, www.ConsumerEd.com, which targets young adults to become smarter consumers. The web site walks consumers through major purchasing and financial decisions, such as buying a car, purchasing a house, renting an apartment, making home improvements, dealing with credit and debt, managing money and avoiding foreclosure. The web site is divided into four main topic areas: Car, Home, Credit/Debt and Finances 101. The colorful, dynamic design features a friendly, red-headed guide named “Consumer Ed.”