Identity Theft

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

July 7, 2015 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: The important ages for retirement planning. Also in the news: How to rebound from a credit setback, signs you might be a victim of identity theft, and what your car rental insurance might not cover.

9 Important Ages for Retirement Planning
Marking the milestones.

8 Ways to Rebound From a Credit Setback
Don’t panic.

10 Signs You Might Be a Victim of Identity Theft
How to catch the problem early.

What Your Credit Card Rental Car Insurance Might Not Cover
Something to keep in mind while traveling this summer.

How to Choose a Life Insurance Company: 5 Questions to Ask
How to be sure you’ve picked the right one.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

July 1, 2015 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: How to save for retirement while getting out of debt. Also in the news: money lessons to teach your kids this summer, money myth busting, and how to protect your Facebook information from identity thieves.

How to Save for Retirement While Getting Out of Debt
It’s not impossible.

9 Money Lessons To Teach Your Kids This Summer
And have fun while doing it.

5 Foolish Money Myths You Can Stop Believing Right Now
Myth busting!

How to Master Your Facebook Privacy Settings
Protecting your personal information from identity thieves.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

June 24, 2015 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Protecting yourself from identity theft. Also in the news: Unforeseen circumstances that could crush your retirement, what not to do when you pay off your mortgage, and the importance of an emergency fund.

Are You a Prime Target for Identity Theft?
How to protect yourself.

3 retirement-crushing unforeseen circumstancesWhen your retirement does go as planned.

Don’t Make This Mistake When You Pay Off Your Mortgage
It could end up costing you a lot of money.

1 in 3 Americans Does Not Have an Emergency Fund
Are you one of them?

Take Advantage of the “Direct Debit” Student Loan Discount
Every penny counts.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

June 8, 2015 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: What you need to know about the huge US data breach. Also in the news: What lenders are looking for, checking in on your financial health, and making sure your extra student loan payments are going to the right place.

The Massive U.S. Government Hack: What You Need to Know
Four million current and former federal employees are at risk.

Lenders Look at More Than Just Your Credit Score
What lenders are looking for.

6 Telltale Signs You’re in Great Financial Health
Taking your financial temperature.

Make Sure Your Extra Student Loan Payment is Applied Correctly
Make sure it’s going to the principal, not the interest.

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

May 27, 2015 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: A major data breach hits the IRS. Also in the news: Protecting your credit while traveling overseas, how to build an emergency budget, and how to prepare financially to become a stay-at-home parent.

Identity Thieves Got Private Data for 104,000 U.S. Taxpayers
Another week, another massive data breach.

4 Ways to Protect Your Credit Back Home While Traveling Overseas
How to avoid coming home to a mess.

How to Build an Emergency Budget (and Why You Need One)
Handling the unexpected.

How to Get Financially Ready to Be a Stay-at-Home Parent
Preparing for a major life change.

4 Ways To Avoid Outliving Your Nest Egg
Timing is everything.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

May 21, 2015 By Liz Weston

Today’s top story: Health insurer CareFirst is hit with a massive data breach. Also in the news: How to dive into the investment pool, when you shouldn’t use a credit card, and identity theft facts that will terrify you.