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Battle the Credit Bureaus ... and Win
credit & debt Whether you’re contesting an error or combating fraud, use our guide to give yourself the best shot at success.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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The Best You Can Hope for from the Equifax Settlement
credit & debt The average payout will be far less than $125. But you may be reimbursed for other costs.
By Brendan Pedersen Published
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Capital One Data Breach: 5 Steps to Avoid Identity Theft, Fraud
credit & debt Be proactive to protect your sensitive personal information from scammers.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Why Your Credit Score May Drop When You Shop for a New Phone Plan
credit & debt Wireless carriers often use a scoring system that differs from the traditional credit score when it reviews new mobile customers.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Identity Theft: Act Now to Protect Yourself
Scams Identity thieves are more skilled at their nefarious craft than ever.
By Miriam Cross Published
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Social Security Scams Are a Growing Threat
retirement As scammers get more aggressive, some types of Social Security fraud are growing exponentially. Here’s what you can do to safeguard your personal data and keep fraudsters from stealing your Social Security benefits.
By Eleanor Laise Published
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You Can Now Freeze -- and Unfreeze -- Your Credit Report for Free
credit & debt As of September 21, credit bureaus can no longer charge you to freeze your credit reports or to lift a freeze. Here’s what you need to know to get your free freeze.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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How to Freeze Your Credit and Stay Safe Online
Scams Data breaches and hack attacks are a fact of life. To protect your identity and your financial information, use these three simple best practices. And if you really want to be safe, consider freezing your credit. Here’s how.
By Taylor Schulte, CFP Published
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6 Stocks Battling Bad News: Sell, Hold or Buy?
stocks Plenty of worries can keep investors up at night, from the prospects for corporate earnings to whatever the Federal Reserve Board might have up its sleeve.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance Published
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