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Don't stay a victim after identity theft
My identity was hijacked. Unfortunately, that's an all too common occurrence in Glendale. And unfortunately in this Internet age, names and numbers are all also too readily available.
My first indication that something was amiss was when I received a...Tags: Crimes, Fraud, Crime, Law and Justice, Social Security, Personal Data Collection
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Job No. 1 after college: Establish credit history
When you graduate from college, there may be a lot you want to set up, from a new apartment and car to your own cellphone plan. But to do all of that, you need to establish something else first: your credit history. Your credit record reflects how well...Tags: Credit Ratings, Students, Teaching and Learning, Education, Credit and Debt
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U.S. student-loan debt surpasses credit-card debt
A good education can make dreams come true, but for millions of Americans, paying for that education has become a nightmare.
A new analysis from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York gives startling details on the rising levels of student loan debt in the...Tags: Students, Federal Reserve, Teaching and Learning, Consumers, Education
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What to do if your identity is stolen
Watchdog with Paul MuschickWould you know what to do if your identity was stolen? You have more rights than you may know. If someone uses your name and Social Security number to open credit cards, drain your bank account, ring up large bills...... -
Consumer loan picture improves across the board
Delinquencies are lower in all 11 consumer loan categories tracked by the American Bankers Assn., a rare occurence that reflects the nation’s improving jobs picture and progress that consumers and banks have made in cleaning up their respective...Tags: Federal Reserve, Banking, Unemployment Benefits, Consumers, Economy, Business and Finance
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Another day, another security breach.
Even among the hundreds of data breaches that occur each year, the hacking of card processor Global Payments stands out. The Atlanta-based company, which processes credit and debit card transactions for Visa and MasterCard, recently revealed that hackers...Tags: Fraud, Companies and Corporations, Social Security, Personal Data Collection, Business
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FHA rule change on 'collection' accounts could hurt home buyers
WASHINGTON — A little-noticed mortgage rule change that took effect April 1 could create hassles for significant numbers of home buyers who plan to use low-down-payment FHA financing this spring. The change affects anyone with one or more...Tags: Federal Housing Administration, Fannie Mae, The Washington Post, Economy, Business and Finance, Loans
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Consumer agency plans to oversee big credit bureaus, debt collectors
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau plans to closely oversee large credit reporting companies and debt collectors in its first expansion of broad authority to send examiners into financial firms outside the banking system.
The agency announced...Tags: U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Companies and Corporations, Mortgages, Consumers, Economy, Business and Finance
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Minimize the odds of becoming an identity theft victim
What you can do to minimize the odds of becoming an identity theft victim:
* Shred documents with personal information before throwing them away.
* Don't carry your Social Security card or write your Social Security number on a check....Tags: Fraud, Social Security, Personal Data Collection, Corporate Crime, Politics
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Some of the best things in life really are free!
AnchorCheck out this Free Stuff and check back often, I'm constantly updating the list! Cheryl FREE CONCERTS: The American Harp Ensemble has a series of free local concerts as they get ready for a trip to Carnegie Hall . You can see them on Friday, Feb....Tags: Museums, Black History Month, New York City, Colonial Heights (Colonial Heights, Virginia), Facebook
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Free Pancakes, Free Coffee and other Free Stuff!!!
AnchorCheck out this Free Stuff and check back often, I'm constantly updating the list for you! Cheryl FREE PANCAKES: On National Pancake Day, Tuesday, February 28, 2012, IHOP will give you one free short stack of buttermilk pancakes from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m....Tags: Museums, Movies, Black History Month, Colonial Heights (Colonial Heights, Virginia), Facebook
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Have you checked your credit report lately?
When was the last time you checked your credit report? What does your credit report mean to those who lend you money and credit? Not only does your credit report affect your financial life, it can also affect your career, education and the interest...Tags: Credit Ratings, Social Security, Personal Data Collection, Interior Policy, Politics
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