Achieving a continuous measure of success is no easy task, but the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs has blazed a trail of protecting consumers that has met the test of time. With a more than thirty-year tradition of results behind it, the Department continues to focus on emerging consumer issues in South Carolina, the nation and globally. Using creative new approaches to protecting consumers in this state through education, mediation, enforcement and advocacy, we are helping to formulate and modify consumer laws, policies, and regulations. Through vision and commitment the Department has shown a profound understanding of challenges in the market and workplace, handling them wisely and with certainty. -- Brandolyn Thomas Pinkston, Administrator

Consumer Affairs Partners with Attorney General's Office to Offer Mortgage Fraud Hotline to Consumers

The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) and the Attorney General’s (AG) Office are pleased to announce the launching of the state’s first Mortgage Fraud Hotline. (More)

South Carolina Consumer Agency Reports Banner Year for Consumer/Business Funds Recovery
Fiscal Year 2007-08 a good one for consumers and businesses in South Carolina as SCDCA reports impressive end-of-year numbers. (More)

“Homebuying 101” – A Free Conference for Consumers
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) sponsored its 2nd Annual “Homebuying 101: Building the Foundation for Your American Dream” on Wednesday, June 25. The workshop was geared towards consumers looking to buy a home as well as business professionals in the industry.  The workshop was free and held at the Brookland Banquet and Conference Center in West Columbia.

• Presentations
• Homebuying 101 Mortgage Workshop (PDF)
• Credit Counseling in 2008 (PDF)
• Credit Reports and Scoring (PDF)

SCDCA TV Goes Live!
Watch us on You Tube and keep up with the latest consumer news and information! (More)