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Credit Card Fraud: What to Do If It Happens to You
The signs of credit card fraud can be difficult to spot. But, once you've realized you've been the victim of fraud, it's important to know what to do. Taking action quickly is important for getting your credit...
Making a Financial Switch: Is It Worth It?
Change can be difficult whether it's switching jobs, moving to a new city or moving your money from one financial institution to the next. For that reason, plenty of people avoid ever making a financial switch,...
Do You Need Money Advice? Maybe Not! Take This Fun Quiz to Assess Your Financial Literacy
You may be more money savvy than you think. Or on the other hand, you might need to brush up on the fundamentals of personal finance. Here is a quick, fun quiz to test your financial literacy in areas like earning,...
Credit Union Charters and Fields of Membership - What Does it All Mean?
Credit unions come in all shapes and sizes. They can be chartered by the state or the federal government. A quick way to determine which charter your credit union operates under is to look for the word "federal"...
Credit Scores 101
If you've ever had a student loan, a credit card or any other type of debt, you have a credit score. This score is a three-digit number used by lenders to determine how much of a credit risk a borrower is likely to...
What is Shopping Addiction? 9 Warning Signs
You may have heard the term "shopaholic," a cute play on the verb "shop" and "alcoholic." The concept is simple: when someone loves shopping so much they feel somewhat addicted. You may have...