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Protecting your personal information is important to protecting and repairing your credit. Security risks are everywhere, including your wallet. By now, you probably now have […]
Category: Identity Theft
How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
You can’t ignore the dangers of identity theft in the digital age. Online management of financial resources has made consumers more vulnerable to hackers and imposters. According to a statement by the Insurance Information Institute, 16.7 million cases of identity theft were reported in 2017. These numbers are not going to decrease any time soon. […]
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Can Identity Theft Affect Your Credit?
Can Identity Theft Affect Your Credit Having your identity stolen is a scary thought that seems all too common these days. What’s really scary about it is what they may be using your identity for and how it can affect you. If someone steals your identity and rents an apartment under your name and then […]
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Can You Prevent Identity Theft?
Identity theft is something most adults think about at some point in their life. Whether someone you know has been a victim of identity theft, or it has happened to you- identity theft is something you should be thinking about. It can be incredibly messy to clean up after an identity thief. From reporting fraud, […]
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How Do I Remove Identity Theft From My Credit Report?
Identity theft is something that most of us think about at some point in our lives. Unfortunately, identity theft is something that is way more common than we think. It affects 1 in 3 Americans at some point in their lives.  1 in 3. Those are not great odds, my friend. So, it becomes extremely important […]
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How Long Does it Take to Fix Credit After Identity Theft?
Identity theft can be devastating. So you are probably wondering, how long does all of this take to fix? You have worked so hard to keep your credit history perfect and all of the sudden; an identity thief ruins it. The question becomes; how long does it take to fix my credit after identity theft? […]
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Top 3 Scams to Avoid This Holiday Season
âTis the season â the season for scams. With more holiday shopping taking place online each year, more online scams are popping up than ever […]
How Do I Fix My Credit After Identity Theft?
Ah, identity theft. The two words that make all adults shudder. You have worked so hard to establish great credit. You have paid down your debt, paid your bills on time, and now all of the sudden- itâs gone. Identity theft can be really scary and damaging, but it is not the end of the world […]
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Why is it Important to Monitor Your Credit?
A person’s credit scores greatly influence their ability to secure a home loan, rent an apartment, or open a credit card account. Yet, many consumers still fail to keep a watchful eye on their credit report. Checking up on their credit report may not be a priority, but considering the effect that credit has on […]
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The LifeLock Security Risk and Why You Should Care
In an age where data breaches are common, another companyâs data has been exposed. It may come as a shock, but Lifelock, the company that […]