For the Mommas

JUNE 29, 2015

Ten Ways to Protect Your Family from Identity Theft. Identity theft is increasingly a concern for families. But here are some ways to protect your family from identity theft. A large part of all identity theft, a whopping 88% according to shredexonline.com, comes from raiding the victimís trash.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 17, 2011

Are your financial documents piled up in the corner of your office or under your desk? So much is done electronically now, but there are documents where a paper copy is needed. For other receipts from a credit card for example, groceries or gas, keep until you get your next statement to look for any errors.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2013

For example, if you are running the Windows operating system, use Microsoft’s BitLocker software to carry out full disk encryption. If you use cloud-computing platforms such as Dropbox or Box to store documents, encrypt everything that you store there. To start with, encrypt the hard drives in your computers. Get Organized'

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Information you need to freeze your credit at all 3 bureaus It’s a good idea to gather all the documents you will need before initiating a credit freeze. Copy of tax documents, bank statements or utility bills. For example, applying for a mortgage will require a longer time period than a car loan. Credit freeze or credit lock?

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 22, 2015

For example, if you are filling out a rental application, you will notice that you are asked to include your SSN and bank account information. There’s no reason to be walking around with your social security card, in fact, it’s a top way to get your identity stolen. Keep the Card at Home. Monitor Your Statements. Get a Shredder.

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