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What Is Credit Monitoring (And Do You Need To Pay For It?)

Credit monitoring alerts you to changes on your credit reports that could hurt your credit score or indicate fraud — but not everyone needs to pay for it.

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October 17, 2024

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Do Credit Repair Companies Work? What You Need To Know

If you’re struggling with a low credit score or were the victim of fraud, you might be considering a credit repair company — but not all of them are safe.

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March 27, 2024

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How Did Someone Get My Credit Card Number?

Scammers steal credit card numbers in a variety of ways, such as through phishing attacks, hijacking payment forms, intercepting public Wi-Fi, etc.

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November 14, 2023

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How To Repair Your Credit After Identity Theft

Was your credit score ruined after an identity theft incident? Learn how to fix, rebuild and repair your credit in this step by step guide.

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November 13, 2023

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Check Deposit Scams: Are You Liable for a Bad Check?

Check deposit scams happen when someone sends you a fake check and asks you to send some money back. Here’s how to avoid these scams.

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November 13, 2023

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How To Order a Free Credit Report (Online and By Mail)

Your credit report details where you live, how you pay your bills, whether you’ve been sued or filed for bankruptcy: and you're entitled to it for free.

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October 12, 2023

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