Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 2, 2014

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. What’s a consumer to do? This is the most fail-proof way to protect your identity.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Lookout , the leader in delivering integrated Security, Privacy, and Identity Theft Protection solutions, can ensure that you keep your information safe. All tips can be courtesy of Hank Schless, Director at Lookout. Please let me know if you are interested in learning more about ensuring safe delivery, or interviewing Hank?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Those reports — which previously had been limited to once a year — are permanently available weekly to help consumers manage their finances. Some consumers have reported difficulty using the site, particularly answering security questions about accounts that are several years old. Incorrect, negative information.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 2, 2013

For many consumers, though, that isn’t practical. While you might not be able to fully protect your smartphone, there are some things you can do to make it a little more difficult for would-be thieves and identity fraudsters: Password protection : You can password protect your phone, slowing a thief down. Money Tips'

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 8, 2014

There’s nothing wrong with having a number of different checking and savings accounts, but many consumers find them to be frustrating and problematic. Federal law permits consumers to obtain one free copy of their credit report every year. Most consumers know the value of insurance. Check for Credit Inaccuracies.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Anisha Sekar presents Data Breaches and Identity Theft: How Much You Could Lose posted at NerdWallet , saying, “Thankfully, in the case of a data breach like Global Payments, your bank or credit union will shoulder most of the burden of keeping you safe, letting you know if your account is compromised and issuing a new card if necessary.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

To go the extra mile, you can also freeze your credit report at two lesser-known credit bureaus that may have information about you: National Consumer Telecom & Utilities Exchange: Call 866-349-5355 or go online. That inconvenience pales in comparison to having to unwind fraud or identity theft, though.

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