Category: Financial Security

Identity theft can happen to anyone, and that’s why it’s important to have a reliable ID theft protection monitoring service. Read which brands we think are the best.

TransUnion is well known as one of the three major credit bureaus in the United States, but did you know that it also offers credit and identity monitoring? TransUnion’s services provide a combination of industry-standard and unique ways to monitor customers’ credit and protect their information. Although we like the few unique monitoring features TransUnion provides, the company does not meet the standards of our top three best credit monitoring services; read on to find out why…

Identity theft is an increasing crime in the United States. With everyone sharing information and purchasing products online, it’s easier than ever for criminals to obtain personal information. That’s why it’s important to be proactive and protect yourself as much as possible from becoming a victim of identity theft. We’ve gathered data from sources like the Federal Trade …

Identity theft—it’s not going to happen to you, right? Unfortunately, identity theft is on the rise, and a growing number of people are discovering just how seriously it can affect your finances, especially your credit rating. Reporting and repairing the damage seems daunting, but we’re here to guide you through the process. Check your credit report. As soon as you notice any signs that you…

We have a series of articles about life insurance to guide you through the basics, but the question remains: Which life insurance company is the best? The answer depends on what you’re looking for—the type of life insurance, the amount you need, your family situation. No need to stress, though; we’ve got our top recommendations to get you started…

If you’re one of the many Americans scrambling to find a way to protect yourself, you may have looked into Zander—the Dave Ramsey-endorsed insurance company that also offers identity theft protection. Zander has an excellent reputation, low prices, and good recovery, but it doesn’t offer credit monitoring, a mobile app, or 24/7 customer service…

Estate planning can help you prepare your family for the future, protect your assets, and evaluate your financial situation and goals.

But according to a Caring.com survey, more than half of American adults don’t have a will.

Estate planning is actually only a few steps—but it can feel daunting if you don’t know where to start.

Use this checklist to make sure you cover your bases…

There are two types of life insurance policies that do not require a medical exam. They are Simplified Issue Life Insurance and Guaranteed Issue Life Insurance. In this article we will explore the differences as well as pros and cons of each…

Part One in our Life Insurance 101 Series: We all know life insurance is out there; we hear about it all the time. Most of us know that you can buy it, and when you die, someone; usually a spouse or children; get money from the insurance company. But why do we need it? Do we need it at all? And if we do decide we need it how do we know what to buy?…

When it comes to your identity, you need protection you can depend on. IdentityWorks (formerly ProtectMyID) offers identity theft protection from Experian, a name you may already know and trust. This review will tell you what we liked, what the company could improve, and why IdentityWorks could be the right choice for you…