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Can you spot a credit card skimmer? What to look for
Before putting your card into a reader, the FBI says there are some easy and effective ways to protect your information.
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R.I.P. CFPB? What’s At Stake If the Watchdog Agency Goes Dark
Advocates fear consumers could be left to fend for themselves in a complicated financial marketplace if the CFPB is ...
Card skimmers are on the rise. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself
Tapping to pay can be safer than swiping or inserting a card at a checkout register, according to these experts.
How to Freeze Your Credit
A credit freeze involves putting a block on your credit reports, whereas a fraud alert is more like flagging your file. “A ...
How to report credit card fraud
The Fair Credit Billing Act states that you must report fraudulent charges within 60 days of receiving the billing statement containing the suspicious charge. In other words, if you receive your ...
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4 Low-Cost, DIY Solutions to Monitoring Your Credit, Preventing ID Theft
Worried about identity theft and fraud ... straight to your e-mail. A credit freeze or lock won't stop a crook from fiddling with your existing credit card or financial accounts.