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Financial Freedom Workbook: Crafting Your Debt Reduction Plan

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9 Safeguards to Protect Your Personal Information Online

We’ve compiled this list of nine safeguards that you can use to shield your personal information and protect yourself from fraud and identity theft.

Credit Cards Security Fraud Prevention

7 Common Examples of Credit Card Fraud & Online Shopping Scams

In this article we cover seven common examples of credit card fraud and online shopping scams that you should know about.

Credit Cards Security

9 Must-Have Credit Card Protections for Safety & Security

It is essential to protect your credit cards. Here are the nine must-have credit card protections you need now.

Credit Cards Security

Credit Freeze vs. Credit Lock: Is There a Security Difference?

We've compiled information to help you understand the differences between a credit freeze and lock: when to use each, how to use them and how to decide.

Auto Loan Security

The Best Way & Place to Sell a Used Car Online Safely

Selling a car online is quickly becoming the new norm, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take precautions. Here’s the info you need to sell safely.

Holidays Security Borrowing

6 Precautions Before Using Holiday Loans for Gift Buying

“Is it a good idea to use holiday loans for gift buying?” The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Instead, we’d say: it depends. Here are six precautions to keep in mind before taking out a holiday loan.

Auto Loan Security Fraud Prevention

How to Buy a Used Car While Avoiding Scams

Buying a used car can be a very wise decision. A high-quality used car doesn’t have the same depreciation rate as a new car. Here are some tips that can help you.

Credit Cards Security

What is EMV? 7 Facts About Chip and Pin Credit Cards

So, what is EMV? How do the new chip and pin credit cards work? Here are seven things you should know.

Credit Cards Security

How Does Contactless and NFC Payment Work?

You’ve probably seen it happen. A customer holds their mobile phone near the store’s device – and just like that, the purchase has been made. What you might not know is how that technology works. ...

Credit Cards Security Fraud Prevention

5 Ways to Report Credit Card Fraud

You need to know what to do if your information is stolen – including knowing when and how to report credit card fraud. With that in mind, here are five ways to report credit card fraud and get your ...

Credit Cards Security Fraud Prevention

Is Identity Theft Insurance Worth the Money?

One possible way to safeguard your credit is buying identity theft insurance. Like all insurance, it offers some protection in case the worst should happen. But… is it worth the expense?

Credit Cards Security Fraud Prevention

6 Credit Card Fraud Detection and Prevention Tips

Taking a few practical steps to safeguard your information can help minimize the chances you’ll be a victim of fraud – and protect you if someone does take your information. Here are six tips that ...