Credit

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  Is cash safer than credit?

  Which form of payment is safer? Greg McBride explains why cash isn’t always king.

  Nov 07, 2017
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  How to build credit

  You have to start somewhere! These tips make establishing good credit a snap.

  Nov 02, 2017
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  The Equifax hack could hurt your career. Here’s how to prevent that

  Don’t let stolen data be used to make you look bad to a prospective employer.

  Oct 12, 2017
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  6 ways to deal with no credit history

  These tips can help you build credit, even if your credit history is sparse.

  Oct 11, 2017
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  Your identity is broken. Here are 3 powerful ways to take control

  Lock down your personal information by finding ways not to share it.

  Oct 06, 2017
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  What is a good credit score?

  Find out if your credit score is high enough to land you a loan on favorable terms.

  May 26, 2017
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  It’s not just the 3 big credit bureaus that know everything about you

  Niche agencies also collect your personal data. Here’s how to secure it.

  Sep 29, 2017
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  Ready to sue Equifax? Here’s what to know

  Doing nothing is one option. Here’s why waiting to sue may be the best course of action.

  Sep 27, 2017
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  5 ways to protect your identity after the Equifax breach

  Hackers made millions of consumers vulnerable to ID fraud. Are you taking action?

  Sep 25, 2017
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  Equifax data breach victim? The fight for your identity will last years

  Crooks can do more than open a credit card. Look for these other signs of fraud, too.

  Sep 21, 2017