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Protecting yourself from ID theft
Last year, 12.6 million Americans were ID theft victims. Here’s how to minimize your risk.
1 min read Apr 29, 2022 -
The dangers of identity theft
The scariest aspect is the lack of control victims feel when someone takes over their identity.
4 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
When will debt payoff show up on credit report?
It takes more than paying down your debts to qualify for a good mortgage rate.
2 min read Sep 07, 2021 -
June 2013 Financial Security Index charts
These charts point out the most interesting factors in June’s Financial Security Index.
2 min read Mar 14, 2022 -
Short on savings, Americans still feeling positive
Bankrate’s Financial Security Index hit a record high while emergency savings are running low.
2 min read Mar 14, 2022 -
How much do bad habits cost?
Some habits cost big bucks. If you invest the money instead, you’ll be much better off.
4 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
Get that old debt off my credit report!
Even if you refuted an old debt, it’ll still stay on your credit report for seven years.
3 min read Feb 11, 2022 -
Buy a car to rebuild credit post-bankruptcy?
It’s important to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy, but make sure to do it the right way.
2 min read Mar 11, 2021 -
File bankruptcy to get out from under car loan?
There are options besides bankruptcy when you are underwater on your car loan.
2 min read Feb 02, 2021 -
6 energy-efficient home improvement projects
You’ve updated appliances and light bulbs. Here are other ways to reduce utility bills.
4 min read Feb 11, 2020