Archive for the ‘Finance’ Category

Tips For Preventing Check Fraud

Lyn Askin asked: Convenience is the offspring of the twenty-first century. But even with the advancements afforded by technology, some still opt for more traditional methods. One such example is evident in the finance and banking industry. Despite the advent and development in online banking, many account holders still maintain the use of checks. In [...]

Id Theft — What to Do

Joe Farinaccio asked: there to do when it comes to fixing Identity theft?” ask most fraud victims.Naturally, this question comes after fraud has happened. Many software programs on the market today are promising to prevent id theft from taking place by making you aware of any flags you establish for existing accounts or new credit [...]

Protect Yourself and Your Money from Identity Fraud

Isla Campbell asked: It’s one of the country’s fastest growing crimes – but how do you stop someone from stealing your personal details and using them to get credit in your name? There are a number of ways in which you can help to defend yourself – and your finances – from identity fraud.The electoral [...]

Credit Card Fraud

Author asked: The rampant use of credit cards, and especially that use compounded by the secret avenues of the internet, can put the common consumer in a substantially vulnerable position to become a victim of fraud. Much like computer viruses and the necessary adjustments made by internet providers, card companies and merchants are vigilantly combating [...]

Id Theft Basics – How to Protect yourself

Mike Clover asked: Current studies show that ID Theft is at epidemic proportions. The Federal Trade Commission surveys estimated that there are close to 9.9 million victims and growing by 2 to 3 million a year.For individuals that are not victims of identity theft, the best thing you can do is check your credit report [...]