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Disposing of Records That Contain Personal Information
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Disposing of Records Containing Personal Information

Almost everyone has records containing personal information (Social Security number, financial information…
Making a Good Password
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Making a Good Password

Passwords can be your first line of defense against stolen personal information (phone data, banking…
Preparing for a Disaster
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Preparing for a Disaster

Nobody likes to think about the possibility of a disaster, but it’s important for you to be prepared long…
Reducing Junk Mail
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Reducing Junk Mail

While you’ll likely never be able to get rid of all your junk mail, here are some ways to help you minimize…
Reducing Spam
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Reducing Spam

While it’s impossible to entirely rid your life of spam, you can take action to significantly reduce the…
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In California, can a landlord ask me about my source of income in a rental application?

Yes, but all verifiable sources of income must be considered the same. For example, disability income may not…
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Can a tenant screening company contact people who know me?

Yes, tenant screening companies can interview people who know you, such as neighbors, former employers or…
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Can a store require me to scan my driver’s license to return a purchase?

Yes. Many stores do this to help identify patterns of return fraud and abuse. Read our article for more…

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