Category Archives: Personal Finance

I know that i have had identity theft, now i need to know how to fix it as well as what the best agencies are?

Kari M asked: So i used to have credit protection through my capital one card, it was through a different agency, and they gave me a credit report with the score, activity, open accounts, etc. i could even access it … Continue reading

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Why are employees of financial institutions so pushy towards customers?

J. asked: I am sick of calling my credit card company or bank and being bombarded with offers to sign up for identity theft protection and cash advances. I am tired of walking into my local bank branch and being … Continue reading

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What do paper shredders offer that tearing up documents doesn’t? Is having one really necessary?

d_rock asked: I’m just wondering if using a paper shredder to shred confidential documents adds extra protection against identity theft and if purchasing a shredder is actually worth it.Lee

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I Recently lost my wallet, no credit cards or debit, just my permit and my student id card should i worry?

Kevin asked: im young and live in nevada, and i kno it was my address but dam idk! should i worry for identity theft? or someone stalking me? or em i overthinking it?Jeff

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