Digital Security 101

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Credit & Finance

8 Best Credit Monitoring Services in 2024 (Free & Paid)

While there are free credit monitoring solutions available, many have limited features that can leave you vulnerable to fraud or credit score damage.

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October 17, 2024
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Credit & Finance

The 6 Best Credit Monitoring Apps (Track Your Credit Scores)

Credit monitoring apps help track your credit score, warn you of fraud, and educate you about building credit — but not all are worth your time and money.

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September 12, 2024
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Credit & Finance

Credit Repair Scams: New Scam Types & How To Avoid Them

In credit repair scams, companies or individuals promise to improve your credit score using illegitimate means. Learn how to give these a wide berth.

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March 11, 2024
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Credit & Finance

Is Debt Relief Real? Or Is It a Scam?

When debt relief works, it can reduce the amount of debt you need to pay down, but that's not to say there aren't scams around.

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March 11, 2024
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Credit & Finance

Does Credit Repair Work? Should You Use This Service?

Credit repair can remove inaccuracies from credit reports. People with no credit, good credit, or deserved bad credit might have little use for it.

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March 8, 2024
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Credit & Finance

8 Reasons Why You Should File Taxes Early in 2024

The IRS began accepting tax returns on January 29th, 2024. Learn more about why you should file taxes early and how to stay safe this tax season.

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March 2, 2024
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Credit & Finance

How To Avoid the Financial Hardship Department Scam

What is the Financial Hardship Department scam? What do you do if you receive a scam email or call? Read more.

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March 1, 2024
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Credit & Finance

How To Lock Your Credit With All Three Bureaus

Credit locks are one of the best tools available for protecting your credit file from fraud and errors — but are more complicated than a fraud alert.

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February 29, 2024

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