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How to repair bad credit and raise your FICO score

By Brett1965

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How to remove collection account off your credit report.. more »

How to Replace Defective Parts or Missing Parts on a New Item

By Virginia Allain

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It happens way too frequently. We remove the new purchase from its box only to find it damaged or missing a crucial part. Here's how to salvage the situation... more »

How to Safely Shop Online

By Jonathan West

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The World Wide Web brings the power of shopping to the doorsteps of consumers. However, if you do not take proper precautions, you may end up the victim of identity theft, or even credit card fraud. Here are ways to shop safely online... more »

How to Search for Unclaimed Money

By Flip-n-Out

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You may have money or property that is being held for you by your state government. It could be forgotten stock or even a utility deposit you never got back. Over $30 billion of unclaimed property is sitting in state treasuries waiting to be ... more »

How to Spot Foreclosure Help or Rescue Scams

By MCarr

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Being faced with foreclosure can be a terrifying experience and can be made even worse if you try to do what you think is the right thing only to find out someone has taken advantage of your vulnerable position. The Federal Trade Commission has ... more »

How to Stop Debt Collectors After Your Identity Has Been Stolen

By CoralieSolange

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Identity theft is a serious problem in the United States. If you're like me, you may have had your social security, credit card, or bank account number stolen. Once ID theft has occurred, you are likely to face collection efforts by debt ... more »

How to Stop Internet Identity Theft

By eHow Personal Finance Editor

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The Internet has opened unprecedented access to goods and services for people around the world. Today, most people think little of using their credit cards online, but the fact is that many tens of thousands of identities are stolen this way each ... more »

How to survive a recession and attract more financial freedom

By John Wirchnianski

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Money, money, money! Blah, blah, blah! Is that the real core issue? Fat Cats getting richer with their "Golden Parachutes" at our expense while the Company goes broke and now a Government bailout!!! I give you an absolute resounding NO! ... more »

How to Understand Mattress Warranties

By Alrady

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Evidently a little known clause in many mattress warranties is that if you do not buy and approved frame – well, tough luck, the warranty is dead.. more »

How to Understand the Equal Credit Opportunity Act

By eHow Personal Finance Editor

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The Equal Credit Opportunity Act was created to ensure fair treatment for consumers who are seeking credit. Read on to understand how the law works... more »

How to Understand Your Credit Score

By Sholeh

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Each time you borrow for a house, a car, or make a credit application the lender looks at your credit score from FICO (Fair Isaac Credit Organization). Understanding what it is and how it's used can help you determine if yours is good, and what ... more »

How to Update or Correct Your Credit Score

By HS Schulte

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If you have a negative entry on your credit report, it is up to your creditor to change or correct it. Credit reporting agencies, such as Experian, TransUnion and Equifax do not have the authority to change information unless one of two things ... more »

How to Avoid and STOP Debt Collection Harassment

By BSMartin

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If collectors are calling you day and night, numerous times in a row, threatening to call your neighbors, friends, family, or your job, there are things that you can do to STOP this harassment. You have rights and it's time that you enforce them... more »

How to Avoid ATM Scam or ATM Theft

By vmarge2001

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We see ATM machines everywhere we go. Convenient stores, fastfood chains, donut shops, department stores, gas stations, and even nail spas have ATM machines inside. ATM theft has been a big problem and will always be. Did you hear about the ... more »

How to Block Companies from Checking Your Credit Report

By Limowreck

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Your credit is your business. Want to put a stop to unsolicited credit report checking? Here's how to control who sees your credit report... more »

How to Cancel CIC Triple Advantage Scam

By jollybee13

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Go to http://www.cancelcictripleadvantage.com/.. more »

How to Compare Product Prices at the Grocery Store

By Cougar1002

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When you're on a budget, it's worth taking the time to watch your everyday expenses to gain you more cash to get out of debt and pursue other goals. In this article, I'll show you tips on comparing similar products at the grocery store... more »

How to Contact Credit Reporting Agencies by Mail

By HS Schulte

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Below are instructions for contacting the three major credit reporting agencies, Experian, Equifax and TransUnion, by mail. This is the best method of contact because it provides a paper trail of the communication. It is recommended that you ... more »

How to Contact Credit Reporting Agencies Online

By HS Schulte

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If you need to contact a credit reporting agency, such as Experian, TransUnion, or Equifax, you can do it online quickly and easily. Each of the contact links are at the bottom of this article. Remember, that under the Federal Credit Reporting ... more »

How to Correct Mistakes on Your Free Credit Report

By HowardBThiname

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Your credit is your calling card for business and consumer loans. When credit reporting agencies make mistakes on your credit, you could be turned down for financing. Check your free report and correct mistakes... more »

How to Do Resale in Smart Way

By kellypoon

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There are some things you just want brand new. But you can find many nearly new goods - from designer clothes to brand-name appliances - for far less at thrift and consignment stores. You can feel good about buying secondhand : It saves dough, ... more »

How to Find Affordable Housing.

By ***amylaine

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Living in low income housing can offset high housing expenses for individuals and families with low income. Most low income apartment programs are also available for students. Low income houses are usually reserved for families in need. Monthly ... more »

How to Get a Free Credit Report

By Mark Cussen

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It used to cost a fee to get your credit report pulled, but everyone is now entitled to receive a free credit report once a year. This article will show you how... more »

How to Get a Free Credit Report

By Speedy-Max

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You should review your credit from all three credit agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) at least once a year. US law requires the three agencies to give you a free copy of your credit report each year. The following article describes how ... more »

How to Get Your Debt Payments Reduced after a Job Loss

By Althea DeBrule

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Financial emergencies caused by job loss can be managed effectively if you are willing to take creative action. One such creative move is to get your debt temporarily reduced until such time as you are able to resume regular payments. Here’s what ... more »

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