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How-Tuesday: How to Prevent + Respond to Identity Theft

Identity theft is "the fraudulent acquisition and use of a person's private identifying information, usually for financial gain."1 In other words, someone who is not you using your information to better their situation, often leaving you in debt and your personal records – like your credit score - in bad shape.

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Fraud Protection & Security

Money Monday: Take Up a New Hobby on a Budget

Feeling inspired to take up a new hobby, but dreading what it might cost you financially? Don’t let money keep you from thoroughly enjoying and excelling in your newfound pastime. Here are some tips for taking up a hobby on a budget.

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Personal Finance
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Watch-it-Wednesday: What the Strong Dollar Means for You

You may have noticed the drop in fuel prices, seen several articles floating around about Why Now is the Time to Travel Abroad, and heard that the dollar is "stronger" than usual right now. But what does that mean for you as a consumer? Check out this one minute video from CNN Money for a quick overview:

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Personal Finance
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Watch-it-Wednesday: 14 Money-Saving Life Hacks

It seems like we see - or read about - a new "life hack" on a daily basis. Many of these claim to be thrifty, frugal, and all-around money-saving must-knows. But which ones really work and really save us time and money? Check out this video, where Mental Floss puts fourteen popular "money-saving life hacks" to the test!

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Personal Finance

Luck of the Irish: 10 Money Superstitions Around the World

St. Patrick’s Day conjures images of leprechauns and pots of gold at the end of a rainbow. Of course, the Irish aren’t the only ones with superstitions centering on money and wealth. Many cultures have traditions centering on colors, symbols, and other harbingers of wealth and prosperity. From Turkey to Trinidad & Tobago, we’ve uncovered money beliefs from around the world.

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Personal Finance