Identity Theft

Child identity theft victims often targeted by loved ones

No child is too young for identity theft; it happens to children 51 times more often than adults. More than 10 percent in a study had stolen IDs.
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Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 by
By Thomas Hart

Protect your money and identity from scammers

Despite warnings and mass publicity regarding scam protection, scamming is still a major issue today. Here are some red flags to look out for.
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Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 by
By $ Bonnie Jones

How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Grandmother Almost Uses Installment Loans to Fund Scam

Thieves are taking advantage of the elderly as they dupe them into using credit cards, savings and installment loans to aid fake grandchildren in distress...
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Friday, December 11th, 2009 by
By Howard Iley

Anonymous Credit Cards: Safety for Consumers, Merchants and Banks

Androulaki and Bellovin of Columbia University propose an anonymous credit card system where the privacy of all is respected. Identity theft could be eliminated
Using credit cards can be a pleasure and a pain. Will anonymous credit cards make security one less thing to worry about? (Photo: flickr.com)
Friday, November 13th, 2009 by
By Steve Tarlow

Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

Notice of Unreported Income E-Mail is a Scam

The IRS did not and will not e-mail you. If you have gotten a "notice of unreported income e-mail," delete it and do nothing else. ...
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Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 by
By Shadra Beesley