Are you worried a hacker could steal your personal information and open credit card accounts or take out loans in your name? A credit-monitoring service may protect you. However, credit-monitoring ...

According to the latest Consumer Sentinel from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), about one in five Americans have lost money to identity theft, imposter scams and credit bureau fraud. That’s ...

With identity theft and fraud on the rise, it's essential to monitor your credit report for signs of fraud. If you've been scammed, you'll need to contact your local police, the FTC, all three credit ...

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! You've worked hard, saved smart, and now it's time to enjoy your retirement years. But here's the catch: your credit score still matters, even when you're ...

From data entry mistakes to the results of identity theft, errors on your credit report can lower your credit score. That in turn can limit your ability to qualify for favorable interest rates on ...

Cardholders can take these steps to ensure the security of their credit cards. The best and worst of popular prepaid credit cards. Getty Images — -- intro: Credit card security has been in the ...

Credit card skimmers are now nearly invisible, targeting both physical terminals and online payments with wireless technology. Stay safe by using contactless payments, inspecting card readers, and ...

The holiday season makes it easy for people to lose track of bills and how much they're spending. If your credit score drops, it could be a sign you are utilizing too much of your available credit.

Jeanine Skowronski is an editor, writer, and journalist with more than 15 years of experience in personal finance and business, including roles at Bankrate, CreditCards.com, and Policygenius. Her work ...