Identity Theft Archives - Page 13 of 18

June 13, 2014 By Liz Weston

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Some surprising ways that identity theft can hurt you. Also in the news: How your credit card rewards can help pay for your vacation, ways to earn extra money at home, and the complicated tax rules of alimony.

9 Surprising Ways Identity Theft Can Hurt You
Job hunting just got more complicated.

Take a Vacation on Your Credit Card Rewards
Letting your points help you pack.

6 Ways to Earn Money Without Leaving the House
Earn money and help the environment at the same time.

The Tax Rules of Alimony
When “happily ever after” isn’t.

P.F. Chang’s Confirms Some Customer Credit Card Info Was Compromised In A Security Breach
The latest high profile customer data breach.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: alimony, credit card rewards, data breach, extra cash, Identity Theft

June 6, 2014 By Liz Weston

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Teaching your kids to avoid money mistakes. Also in the news: Becoming a smarter investor, cleaning up your digital life, and how your summer vacation could earn you credit card perks.

Teaching Kids to Avoid Money Missteps
Put them on the right path early.

One Phrase That Will Make You a Smarter Investor
It’s all about the evidence.

Tips for Cleaning Up Your Digital Life
Protecting yourself from identity theft.

The Best Summer Credit Card Rewards Offers
How to get perks from your vacation spending.

3 Tips to Increase Your Paycheck
It’s time to maximize your allowances.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: allowances, credit card offers, digital cleaning, Identity Theft, Investing, kids and money, summer

May 30, 2014 By Liz Weston

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: What numbers identity thieves want the most. Also in the news: How identity thieves will sell those numbers, expecting the unexpected if you retire at 67, and should you be saving for your retirement or your child’s education?

8 Numbers Identity Thieves Want to Steal From You
It starts with your phone number.

4 Ways Crooks Cash In On Your Personal and Financial Data
The black market for data.

Are You Planning to Work Until 67? And Will You Be Able To?
Preparing for unexpected changes.

Which Comes First: Saving Money for Your Retirement? Or Your Kid’s College?
Which priority is most important?

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: College Savings, Identity Theft, Retirement, retirement savings

May 21, 2014 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Why new graduates need to keep a close watch on their identities. Also in the news: How to get someone to resolve your banking complaints, why travel medical insurance is essential for international travel, and five ways to start saving for your child’s education.

4 Ways New Grads Are Vulnerable to Identity Theft
Protecting yourself and that diploma.

How to Get Your Banking Complaints Resolved
Knowing who to complain to could change everything.

Travel Medical Insurance: Don’t Leave Without it
Don’t rely on your existing insurance to cover you internationally.

5 Ways to Save for Your Child’s College Education
The earlier you start, the more you can save.

My Dream Retirement: 5 People Reveal Their Strategies
How to save for your ultimate retirement.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: banking complaints, College Savings, Identity Theft, Retirement, tips, travel medical insurance

May 14, 2014 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to deal with calls from bill collectors. Also in the news: A low-tech method of tracking your spending, how to strategically pay down credit card debt, and protecting your information at post office kiosks.

How to Deal With Harassing Calls From a Bill Collector
Know your rights.

A Slow-Tech Approach to Tracking Spending
Skip the fancy apps and use a pencil.

How to Pay Down Credit Cards to Boost Your Credit Score
Making strategic payments.

Watch Out For Card Skimmers On Post Office Kiosks
Your personal and financial information could be at risk.

9 Financial Habits That Can Make You Wealthy
Becoming a financial Jedi.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: bill collectors, Credit Cards, Credit Score, habits, Identity Theft, scams

May 7, 2014 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to create a post-college financial plan. Also in the news: Tips for safe shopping online, how to protect your child from identity theft, and eight questions to ask a home inspector.

8 Tips for Creating a Post-College Financial Plan
As graduation approaches, it’s time to get serious.

5 Tips for Safe Online Shopping
Recent massive security breeches have shoppers on edge.

A Mother’s Day Guide to Keeping Your Child’s Identity Safe
People of all ages are at risk for identity theft.

8 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Inspector
Buying a home is stressful enough.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: financing, home inspector, Identity Theft, new home, online shopping, safety, Savings

April 14, 2014 By Liz Weston

Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: The Heartbleed bug is worse than originally thought. Also in the news: How to get a tax extension, mistakes to avoid in your rush to file, and the best personal finance tools.

Heartbleed: Why Changing Your Passwords Isn’t Enough
Welcome to the web’s worst nightmare.

How to get more time to file your tax return
An extension can save you money in the long run.

5 Tax Mistakes for Last-Minutes Filers to Avoid
Don’t get sloppy while playing “Beat the Clock”.

Five of the Best Personal Finance Tools
Users share their favorites.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: heartbleed, Identity Theft, personal finance apps, tax extension, Taxes

April 3, 2014 By Liz Weston

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Getting your credit score ready for a mortgage. Also in the news: The effectiveness of spending apps, the pros and cons of companion tickets, and how to protect yourself from tax identity theft.

Is Your Credit Score Ready for Mortgage Shopping?
Prepping your credit score for home shopping.

Can’t control your spending? There’s an app for that. But does it work?
Just how effective are spending apps?

Companion Tickets: The Perk That’s Not Always Rewarding
Smoke and mirrors.

Tax Identity Theft: Why You’re Vulnerable
It’s a busy season for hackers.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: companion tickets, Credit Score, Identity Theft, mortgages, spending apps

April 2, 2014 By Liz Weston

Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Identity theft’s youngest targets. Also in the news: Tips to increase your savings and investments, how to cut your summer energy bill this spring, and who inherits your debts after you die.

When Should You Check Your Child’s Credit Report?
Kids aren’t immune to identity theft.

Six Steps To Financial Spring Cleaning For Divorce
Airing out your home and your marriage.

7 tips to increase savings, investments
Advice from the experts.

Do My Debts Pass On to My Kids After Death?
A different type of inheritance.

How to Reduce Your Energy Costs This Summer
Acting now could cut your bill later.

Filed Under: Liz's Blog Tagged With: debt, Divorce, energy bill, Identity Theft, Investments, Savings

April 1, 2014 By Liz Weston

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: The dangers of medical identity theft. Also in the news: the pros and cons of identity theft insurance, how to pick the perfect credit card, and how to save your retirement after losing your job.