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How to Keep Tabs on Your Credit Report
Coronavirus and Your Money Free weekly access is ending, but several services let you view your credit files more than once a year.
By Lisa Gerstner 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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Are Your Bank Accounts at Risk?
credit & debt You can get a free ChexSystem report every year to check.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Equifax Data Breach Hit Me: Here's How I Protect Myself Now
Scams A financial professional who once paid Equifax to monitor his own personal information outlines the four-step plan he now uses instead to guard his identity, Social Security number and finances from cybercriminals.
By Bradford M. Pine Published
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How I Thwarted I.D. Thieves
Scams After they stole my name, I switched into high gear to prevent them from hijacking my sterling credit history.
By Mark Solheim Published
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How I Quickly Resolved My Case of Identity Theft
Financial Planning It was one of my biggest fears. But once it ended up happening, it was actually manageable.
By Rebecca Dolan Published
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What Do I Do If My Social Security Number Is Stolen?
Scams If identity thieves get a hold of your Social Security Number, contact credit bureaus and the police. Here's why.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Don't Fall for This Walmart Mystery Shopper Scam
Scams Watch out for fraudulent offers to get paid to shop at the nation's biggest retailer.
By Cameron Huddleston Published
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How to Deal With a Stolen Wallet
credit & debt Take a tally of what's in your wallet now so you'll be prepared if something happens to it.
By Jessica L. Anderson Published
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