While you may think taking this precaution to protect your card will make it safer, it actually makes it less secure. Here's ...

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The Social Security Administration said you should never laminate your physical Social Security card. Doing so can prevent ...

The risk of swiping your credit card still remains high. Stay vigilant in protecting your information if you use your card at any of these places.

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What is a virtual card number and how do I get one? If you’re a frequent online shopper, you’re more at risk of becoming a cybercrime victim. In fact, a recent study conducted by Security.org found ...

Ironically, a credit cards expert had her credit card information stolen. She was seeing new fraudulent charges on a replacement credit card she hadn't even received yet. If this happens to you, make ...

Losing a credit card can be stressful, especially with the risk of unauthorised transactions. However, staying calm and ...

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