The IRS is making changes in 2015 that aim to limit the number of fraudulent tax returns submitted. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), tax- and wage-related fraud was the most common type of identity theft reported from 2011 through 2013. Identity theft is so common with tax refunds because people are able to steal social security numbers and use[...]
Your Facebook feed is likely inundated with cute photos of smiling kids sporting new backpacks and lunch boxes for their first day of school. With it being back to school time, the identity theft protection experts at the Equifax Finance blog are sharing some valuable information about the very real risks of child identity theft. A new article on the Equifax[...]
If you are worried about the increasing threats to your identity, from traditional social engineering to dumpster diving and digital hacking, you may want additional protection beyond prevention best practices. Considering that it can take months or years to recover your identity and have your records corrected, identity theft insurance can be beneficial. The Equifax financial experts share tips about[...]
While you’re planning that outdoor barbecue, pool party or July Fourth cookout, you’re probably not thinking about insurance….but if your outdoor space were to be damaged or someone hurts themselves on your deck or patio, insurance would certainly cross your mind. So the time to think about it is now, and the insurance pros at the Equifax Finance blog have[...]
When planning for the purchase of a home, one of the first steps is deciding just how much you can afford. This can be a very difficult task, but the Equifax Finance blog offers a few tips for finding the answer in their new article “ What Kind of Mortgage Can You Afford?” The first piece of advice is to assess your[...]
As we come down to the wire for preparing taxes or filing an extension, you are running out of time to set an appointment or get your house in order for taxes. Thankfully, there are many options for help when self-filing even with time running out. The IRS and a variety of tax software developers have teamed up to provide[...]
In the latest housing market predictions from the experts at Equifax, it is clear that home prices will continue to rise – they are already five percent higher than they were last year in most parts of the country and are 13.4 percent higher in the Atlanta area according to Case-Shiller – while inventories are smaller than ever. National databases[...]
With the tax filing deadline rapidly approaching, doing your taxes yourself may seem like a great way to save money, which touches on a big debate when it comes to budgeting and products and services in general: to make or to buy? The Equifax Finance Blog explores the question in the recent article “ DIY: Make It or Buy It—How to[...]
The the real estate market warming up, now is a great time to familiarize yourself with how the online real estate searches work, and where you can find the best deals. The Equifax Finance Blog's real estate experts have tips about how to sharpen your 2013 house hunt in the new article, " Secrets of Online House Hunting." First, you need to[...]
If you are checking your credit report regularly - we recommend that you at least get your free annual reports from each reporting agency - you may find errors. But how did they get there, and what is the chance of getting them fixed? The Equifax credit experts answer those questions in the new article, “ The Facts About Credit Report[...]