If deleting and reporting scam texts and phone calls has become part of your daily routine, there's another simple way to protect yourself from fraud -- and it may be more effective. Placing a fraud ...

Noticing an unfamiliar charge on your credit card statement or getting an unexpected fraud alert from your bank can instantly set off alarm bells. If you’re feeling anxious or confused about what to ...

Credit card fraud involves unauthorized use of your credit account, whether through phishing, skimming or theft. If you suspect fraudulent activity, immediately contact your credit card issuer, change ...

Credit card fraud has been on the rise in recent years. The Federal Trade Commission’s most recent database indicates that 416,582 cases of credit card fraud were reported in 2024, making it one of ...

The Fair Credit Reporting Act outlines how credit data is collected, who can access it and what rights consumers have to dispute errors and protect their information.

If you’ve ever spotted a suspicious charge on your debit or credit card, you’re not alone. How your bank or card issuer handles credit card fraud disputes has a bigger impact than you might think. It ...

Every year, millions of Americans become victims of credit fraud. Most victims don’t know their identity has likely already been compromised. Identity fraud cost Americans more than $42.9 billion in ...