Credit Articles
481: Credit Insurance: Is It Right for You?
The next time you apply for a mortgage or personal loan, you may be asked if you want to buy credit insurance, or it might already be included in your loan proposal. Should you get credit insurance or can you live with it? Only you can answer that question.
482: Divorce and Credit–Are You Liable?
Getting a divorce can be painful for both parties and can be even more painful if you have joint credit cards.
483: How To Protect Your Debit and Credit Cards
The best protections against card fraud are to know where your cards are at all times and to keep them secure. For protection of ATM and debit cards that involve a Personal Identification Number (PIN), keep your PIN a secret. Don't use your address, birth date, phone or Social Security number as the PIN and do memorize the number. Become familiar with the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA) and the Electronic Funds Transfer Act and know what your liability is.
484: What Do You Do If Your Credit or Debit Card is Lost or Stolen?
Many people find it easy and convenient to use credit cards and ATM or debit cards. The Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) and the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA) offer procedures for you to use if your cards are lost or stolen.
485: The Real Steal - Credit Card Loss Protection Offers
If you lose your credit card or have it stolen – how much money are you responsible for? Know how much you are liable for and avoid the scam artists. Don’t be fooled by high pressure phone calls offering worthless protection.
486: Your Debts and Debt Collectors
You are responsible for your debts. If you fall behind in paying your creditors, or if an error is made on your account, you may be contacted by a “debt collector.” A debt collector is any person, other than the creditor, who regularly collects debts owed to others, including lawyers who collect debts on a regular basis. You have the right to be treated fairly by debt collectors.
487: Your Credit Billing and Electronic Fund Transfer Statements
With the increased use of credit cards, electronic banking, and internet buying, checking your bills is of the utmost importance. Identity theft is rampant and checking your accounts regularly is your best defense against losing your good credit.
488: Your Credit and Your Rights
A good credit rating is very important. Businesses inspect your credit history when they evaluate your applications for credit, insurance, employment, and even leases. They can use it when they choose to give or deny you credit or insurance, provided you receive fair and equal treatment.
489: Equal Credit Opportunity – What Can Creditors Do?
Credit is used by millions of consumers to finance an education or a house, remodel a home, or get a small business loan. Creditors have rules to follow – so make sure you know the rules and ensure that they are followed.
490: Credit - You Have The Right To...
Know your rights - your credit rights. There are laws to protect you - but - you have to know the law.
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