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. The information is being sold on the black market. Use cash only? What Does It Mean to Freeze Your Credit.

Identity Theft 228

Identity Theft Credit Freezers Credit Cards 228

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

If we pause and think, there are many activities we do in a course of a day where we put our personal information at risk- from writing a cheque to charging an item in person or on the phone. You and I may not think twice about these transactions, but someone trying to steal your identity would. Check your credit report regularly.

Identity Theft 150

Identity Theft Credit Cards Hard Drives 2004 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

History repeats and informs in market technologies. It’s modeled much like Michael Pollans Food Rules with many one-page rules that give short but useful tidbits of information. I have finally listed many of the financial resources, firms, services, and products that I personally use and recommend.

Money 133

Money Finance Personal Finance Real Estate 133

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

A credit freeze keeps the sensitive data in your credit files from being accessed without your specific consent. That can protect you from fraudulent credit applications, even if a criminal has key information such as your birthdate and Social Security number. Copy of tax documents, bank statements or utility bills.

Credit 52

Credit Monitors Insurance Taxes 52