CFPB: Seniors Vulnerable in Financial Matters
April 22, 2013, by Antonio Bard
According to CFPB, fraudsters are targeting seniors more often as they commit credit card fraud and other financial scams, according to its new report. Senior Designations for Financial Advisors: Reducing Consumer Confusion and Risks.
More Big Name Identities Hacked
March 13, 2013, by Antonio Bard
Celebrities found out that a group had hijacked names and social security numbers and then promptly made them public. Today, First Lady Obama is the latest victim of identity theft.
New Stats on Debt Collections
February 4, 2013, by Antonio Bard
FTC has new numbers on debt collectors and collection practices. Credit card collections account for 70% of all accounts sold to third parties.
Tax Returns and Identity Theft
January 21, 2013, by Jon Dell
ID thieves reroute your tax returns? Don’t expect much from IRS – except a new identification number.
PayPower Prepaid Debit Card Review
December 18, 2012, by Evita Page
Ready for the latest in the prepaid card market? Just when we think this particular aspect of credit cards has gone as far as it can, something new is delivered for consumers that completely changes the game and this PayPower card is the perfect example of a game changer.
2012: The Year of Credit Changes, Scandals
December 12, 2012, by Jon Dell
2012 was a big year for credit cards, financial scandals and big changes with our money. We take a look back at the first three months.
Avoiding Misinterpretations in Credit Card Offers
September 27, 2012, by Evita Page
Don’t take the bold lettering as the rule in credit card offers, the terms and conditions are where you find the real truth behind the great offers.
ID Theft of Children on Rise
June 5, 2012, by Beth May
It’s believed 11%of kids, under the age of 18, have already had their social security numbers stolen. They’re 35 times more likely to be targeted than adults – and that number is rising.
