If deleting and reporting scam texts and phone calls has become part of your daily routine, there's another simple way to protect yourself from fraud -- and it may be more effective. Placing a fraud ...

Last year, there were over 1 million reports of identity theft, according to the Federal Trade Commission. And we're on pace for an even higher total in 2024. Identity theft can have a huge impact on ...

Credit card fraud has been on the rise in recent years. The Federal Trade Commission’s most recent database indicates that 416,582 cases of credit card fraud were reported in 2024, making it one of ...

With identity theft and fraud on the rise, it's essential to monitor your credit report for signs of fraud. If you've been scammed, you'll need to contact your local police, the FTC, all three credit ...

An incorrect address on your credit report is one at which you've never lived and it can be a signal of identity theft.

In 2023 there were more than 2.6 million fraud reports and 1 million identity theft reports filed through the Federal Trade Commission. If you’re concerned about someone stealing your personal ...

How Fake Limit-Upgrade Messages Trap Users and Clean Out Bank Accounts Credit cards have become a convenient tool for ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alex Vakulov is a cybersecurity expert focused on consumer security. If safeguarding your identity from theft is a top priority, ...

Have you ever received a call posing as a bank employee, promising to increase your credit card limit? If you've declined ...

Fannie Mae warns of multi-state, broker-led mortgage fraud linked with investment properties, a settlement company, multiple LLCs Fannie Mae has issued a fraud alert warning the mortgage industry ...