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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 Sep 07, 2017 -
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 Sep 06, 2017 -
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 Sep 04, 2017 -
Send dispute letter to contest erroneous credit report
Your missive must be clear, precise and complete. Here’s how to get it done.
2 min read Aug 09, 2017 -
Like a school transcript, your credit follows you for life
Your financial report card can help you, or haunt you, through the years.
2 min read Aug 07, 2017 -
Your kid wants Minecraft? The price depends on the platform
Minecraft is priced differently for desktops, mobile devices and game consoles.
1 min read Aug 02, 2017 -
Buying furniture? Know your financing options
Find out how to pay for that new bedroom set without forking over a lot of cash.
2 min read Jul 24, 2017 -
The tab for a tablet: How much does a new iPad cost?
Apple’s tablet can be affordable, though fancy features will drive up the price.
1 min read Jul 13, 2017 -
Cool invention! Now, here’s what you’ll pay for a patent
Learn about the tricky and often expensive process for protecting your best ideas.
2 min read Jul 09, 2017 -
Paycheck problems? Here’s how to save anyway
A key metric in the June jobs report shows why some Americans are having trouble saving for a rainy day.
2 min read Jul 09, 2017