Should You Freeze Your Credit?
As of September 21, 2018, credit report freezes with all three bureaus are now free, but should you freeze your credit and what are the downsides?
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Avoiding ID Theft in the New Age of Credit Card Fraud
Counterfeit credit card fraud is down 75% thanks to EMV chips, but the top three sources of fraud aren’t stopped by chips if you want to prevent ID theft.
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12% of Americans Had a Credit Card Declined Last Year
One in ten Americans had a credit card declined last year, but embarrassment is really the least of your worries if it happens to you. Learn why cardholders experienced a declined credit card last year and what you can do to avoid it.
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Credit Card Skimmers Hidden in Plain Sight at Aldi Supermarkets
Discount grocer Aldi is the latest company to be targeted by identity thieves. Credit card skimmers were camouflaged on top of payment terminals, storing card numbers and PINs for Aldi customers. We offer tips on how to protect your identity in a technology-driven world.
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Say Goodbye to Credit Card Signature Requirements
The last major credit issuer just announced they will phase out signature credit card signature requirements on most transactions this year. As EMV chip technology improves, you should see less request for your John Hancock, and hopefully less fraud.
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CFPB: Credit Monitors Need Monitoring
In the wake of the Equifax breach, CFPB Director Richard Cordray explains why the credit monitors in the U.S. need some monitoring of their own.
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A Virtual Credit Card May Offer Extra Security
With retail data breaches becoming commonplace, a virtual credit card could give you more ID theft and fraud protection in an unsecure world.
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What Career Is Growing the Fastest?
Cybercrime is on the rise again. Make sure you’re financial accounts and personal data are protected by following best practices for preventing ID theft.
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