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When Will That Collection Account Fall Off Your Credit Report?
In the arena of credit reporting, there probably isn’t any issue that causes more confusion, or generates more false information, than collection account listings. For example, you may have heard that...
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Statute of Limitations for Debt: What Does it Mean?
If you owe a company money, you owe them for life and that’s that. Right? Well, technically that’s not necessarily the case. That is because of what are generally known as statute of limitations laws....
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New ID Theft Scams to Watch Out For
As a part of our ongoing series, we take another look at some of the latest threats to your information security. The Scam: You are contacted via phone or email by a “new government agency” so you can...
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How Much Does a Credit Security Freeze Cost?
If you have been a victim of identity theft, or have reason to believe that your personal information is particularly at risk, a security freeze is a strong measure to help you “lock up” your credit...
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Fraud Alert Choices
If you feel that your personal information – financial or otherwise – has potentially been compromised, a fraud alert for your credit reports is a great idea. The alerts, which are filed with the...
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What To Do If Your Mail Is Stolen
It’s easy to dismiss a missing piece of mail as just having gotten lost somewhere along the way. But if there is a pattern of lost mail or particularly sensitive correspondence has mysteriously gone...
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When a Relative Needs Money: Questions to Ask Yourself
Not all of your money decisions are made with just your own wishes and goals in mind. Sometimes you are presented with situations in which a loved one expresses a need for help. While in many cases...
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What Employers May Look For On Your Credit Reports
You’ve got the skills. You’ve got the experience. But you’re worried your credit reports may hold you back from getting that dream job. And to make matters even more aggravating, you have no idea what...
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Advantages and Disadvantages of FHA Loans
If you’re looking to buy a home, you may have been attracted to the loosened approval standards that can come with a government-backed Federal Housing Authority (FHA) loan. But before jumping into an...
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Prepaid Debit Cards and Teens
If you’re the parent of a teen, please take the following self-quiz: 1. Do you want to teach your child to be financially responsible? a. Yes! b. No, I’m pretty sure TV and the internet are handling...
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