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Where can I complain about a credit card company’s privacy practices?

You can complain about a credit card company’s privacy practices by filing a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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Is my credit history included in a CLUE or A-PLUS report?

No, only information about property loss claims made against homeowner or automobile policies are included in these

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What can I do if someone steals my credit card number and makes purchases?

If your credit card number is stolen (not the actual card), you aren’t liable for the unaut

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When should I get a ChexSystems report?

A ChexSystems report contains information on banking/check writing history, so it’s a good idea to get one if you’ve had problems with your checking/savings accounts or are a victim of identity theft

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When should I get CLUE report?

CLUE reports contain homeowner and automobile insurance claims history, and can affect the th

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When should I get a MIB report?

It is a good idea to get a MIB report if you’re applying for private life, long-term care or disability insurance. MIB reports contain medical and prescription drug history information and may affect the the price you pay for insurance (or even your ability to get it).

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When should I get a National Consumer Telecom & Utilities Exchange report?

A National Consumer Telecom & Utilities Exchange (NCTUE) report contains customer data reported by NCTUE member utility service providers. It’s a good idea to get one if you’re the victim of identity theft or wo

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Why do I have to give so much information about myself when I open a new bank account?

Federal law requires banks and other financial institutions to put Customer Identification Programs in place to identify and verify the identity of their customers to prevent money laundering and the funding of terrorism.