Credit Monitoring Services are a Waste of Money
Many companies (like LifeLock, Identity Guard, and IdentityForce) offer to monitor your credit report and alert you if something suspicious happens. These companies charge a monthly fee, between $9.99 and $29.99 per month. All three credit bureaus also offer credit monitoring services for various monthly fees. In theory, these service are a good idea. In reality, however, credit monitoring services […]
5 Tips to Protect Your Identity
Identity theft is a serious issue. In 2016, identity thieves stole $16 billion from 15.4 million U.S. consumers. Here are 5 tips to protect your identity. Get your credit report at least once a year. The best thing you can do to protect your identity is to obtain and review your credit report. You can […]