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Dealing with Errors on Your Background Check
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Dealing with Errors on Your Background Check

When an employer performs a background check on you and finds incorrect information, you have options and rights.

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Complaining When Someone Isn’t Complying with the Fair Credit Reporting Act
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Complaining When Someone Isn't Complying with the Fair Credit Reporting Act

There are a number of different ways to make your voice heard if you believe that someone isn’t complying with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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Minimizing the Risks of a Lost Phone
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Minimizing the Risks of a Lost Phone

If you’ve ever lost your phone or had it stolen, you know the feeling of panic that comes with it. Read More

Shopping Safer Online
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Shopping Safer Online

While shopping online has some great benefits, there are also some privacy and security risks to consider.

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Dealing with Problems in a Tenant Screening Report
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Dealing with Problems in a Tenant Screening Report

Getting denied from renting a home can be very frustrating—even more so if you don’t know why. These are a few steps you can take to find out what kept you from getting the rental and how you can fix any errors in your tenant screening report.

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Deciding Whether You Should Use Your Personal Devices for Work
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Deciding if You Should Use Your Personal Devices for Work

While it can be more convenient and add to your productivity to use your personal devices (computers, phones, etc.) for work, there are some risks to consider.

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