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Our new scam tracker is a resource to help protect yourself from scams when engaging in financial transactions.

For every $100 spent at a small business, $68 stays in the community, helping to make the District strong. The DISB BizCAP program supports local small businesses every step of the way.

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Need help paying for college?
Explore our Student Loan Ombudsman program for tips on making higher education affordable.

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Are you ready to dive into the world of investing?

Our investor guide is packed with strategies on investing wisely and avoiding financial fraud.

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Are you ready to dive into the world of investing?

Our investor guide is packed with strategies on investing wisely and avoiding financial fraud.

Learn More

For every $100 spent at a small business, $68 stays in the community, helping to make the District strong. The DISB BizCAP program supports local small businesses every step of the way.

Learn More

Our new scam tracker is a resource to help protect yourself from scams when engaging in financial transactions.

Learn More

Need help paying for college?
Explore our Student Loan Ombudsman program for tips on making higher education affordable.

Learn More

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Why Is Student Loan Debt Such An Obstacle For Potential Homebuyers?

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Did you know the average student loan balance among District residents is $55,000 and 20% of District residents have federal student loan debt?

Unfortunately, student loan debt continues to prevent residents from pursuing homeownership and building generational wealth.

Join us on Thursday, June 9 at 5 pm for a webinar featuring Student Loan Ombudsman and Mortgage Foreclosure Program Manager Ricardo Jefferson and Foreclosure Prevention and Mediation Administrator Ben Arnold to discuss student loan debt and the impact on mortgage affordability.

Featured News

11/19/2024 DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Reveals Findings of Study on Potential Racial Bias in Auto Insurance Premiums

09/12/2024 DC Announces 2025 Health Insurance Rates, with Rate Increases Smallest in Recent Years

08/08/2024 District Encourages Residents to Prepare for Impacts of Tropical Storm Debby

07/30/2024 Mayor Bowser Announces Organizational Changes within DC Government

06/18/2024 Modified District Government Services for Juneteenth

05/24/2023 DISB Testimony Prior Authorization Reform Amendment Act of 2023

02/08/2023 Fiscal Years 2022-2023 Performance Oversight Hearing

10/25/2022 Associate Commissioner Philip Barlow’s Testimony for Council Hearing on Three Insurance-related Bills: The Medical Malpractice Clarification Amendment Act of 2022 (B24-0829), the Reproductive Health Care Insurance Coverage Expansion Amendment Act of 2022

09/22/2022 Commissioner Woods’ Testimony for Council Hearing on Bill 24-558: Stop Discrimination by Algorithms Act of 2021

03/07/2022 DISB Written Testimony for Council Hearing on the Professional Employer Organization Registration Act of 2021

08/06/2020 Virtual Public Hearing: 2021 Proposed Health Insurance Rates

06/15/2021 Bowser Urges Vigilance in Protecting Seniors on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

05/28/2021 Health Insurance Fraud Totaling $3.8M Results In Prison Sentence

05/19/2021 DC health insurance marketplace: history and news of the state’s exchange

04/22/2021 DISB Celebrates April as Financial Literacy Month with Free Resources for District Residents

04/19/2021 Insurance in a Time of Transition: Highlights From the 16th Annual NFI Insurance Public Policy Summit

Upcoming Events

Dec 19 2024 - 11:00

Estate Planning

Jan 9 2025 - 10:00

Capital to Cash Flow

DISB Orders New Plan to Dedicate GHMSI Excess Surplus

Department asking for public comment on new plan for dedication of excess surplus to community health reinvestment.

District Announces 2020 Health Insurance Rates

Three out of four insurers to reduce their rates.

Featured Homepage Events

Estate Planning - Thu, Dec 19

Life happens too quickly and it's best to be ready. We'll help you understand how to prepare your estate before it's too late.
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Capital to Cash Flow - Thu, Jan 9

Virtual

A workshop to help small business owners develop funding strategies and access capital.

Presented by:
The District of Columbia Departments of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) and Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) and EatsPlace

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