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Angry at Equifax? You have the right to sue
But you should still protect yourself when accepting free credit monitoring.
3 min read Sep 26, 2018 -
How to freeze your credit after the Equifax data breach
Locking down your credit can help protect you from ID theft, but there are drawbacks.
3 min read May 12, 2020 -
Home-improvement grants for veterans, low-income homeowners
Grants can help veterans and low-income people with home upgrades.
2 min read Mar 01, 2022 -
Credit monitoring alone won’t protect you from identity theft
There’s no silver bullet to stop fraud. Here’s how to make the bad guys’ job harder.
3 min read Feb 25, 2020 -
How much does a tankless water heater cost?
Tired of cold showers? Once you go tankless, you’ll never look back.
3 min read Jun 25, 2020 -
How to protect yourself from the massive Equifax breach
Some 143 million Americans are now at risk for ID theft. Take these steps now.
3 min read Jul 17, 2020 -
Protect yourself with a fraud alert on your credit report
A fraud alert makes it difficult for ID thieves to open accounts in your name.
3 min read Aug 12, 2020 -
4 problems facing Capitol Hill, and the impact on your money
The stakes are getting higher as the government faces a debt-ceiling battle and potential shutdown.
3 min read Nov 19, 2019 -
Don’t let a new water heater burn your budget
It’s a big purchase, so know your options and what you can expect to pay.
2 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
How to prepare for the next economic downturn
The economy’s starting to show signs of weakness; time to get ready for potential financial hardships.
5 min read Aug 24, 2017