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How to Freezer Your Credit and Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Identity theft is something that both consumers and retailers struggle with. On the consumer side, if your identity is stolen, reclaiming it is a long, arduous process that may cost you thousands of dollars. Some credit bureaus even let you freeze a minor’s identity. I had to pay a $10 fee to freeze mine. (The

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8 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You and I may not think twice about these transactions, but someone trying to steal your identity would. Did you know that identity theft is the fastest growing crime in North America?! According to an inspection done by the US Postal Service in 2004, there were over 10 million cases of identity theft in one year alone.

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GIVEAWAY: LifeLock Identity Theft Protection Plan

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My husband watches our account like a hawk and our credit card company is very diligent in helping us. While it’s a huge inconvenience when it happens, I’m not scared about identity theft because we have LifeLock. LifeLock is a service that protects your identity. Protecting Against Identity Theft.

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Ten Ways to Protect Your Family from Identity Theft

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Ten Ways to Protect Your Family from Identity Theft. Identity theft is increasingly a concern for families. With hackers tapping into major businessesí credit card information, and credit card companies issuing offers to your toddler, you never know where or how your information can fall into the wrong hands.

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Money Matters: Shipping Scams

Motherhood Moments

Lookout , the leader in delivering integrated Security, Privacy, and Identity Theft Protection solutions, can ensure that you keep your information safe. If you receive a message from a shipping company and you aren’t expecting a package, do not click the link attached to the message.

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Stop Paying Too Much for Insurance

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you’ve lived in your home for a few years or are now looking to purchase a new one, inquire with at least four different companies about rates available to you. Identity Theft Protection. When it comes to identity theft, most people aren’t even aware that major insurance coverage exists.

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7 Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances

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It is a good idea to review your credit report periodically to check for any fraudulent activity , such as identity theft. Per the Federal Trade Commission , you’re entitled to one free copy of your credit report every 12 months from each of the three nationwide credit reporting companies. auto insurance. life insurance.

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