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If you consented at any point (this might include providing your number on an account application), a debt collector can do this. Read More

Unwanted telemarketing calls can be disruptive, but there are a number of steps you can take to minimize them.

While the Do Not Call Registry is useful for stopping real marketers from calling you, not all of your unwanted calls will end when you sign up. Some callers are exempt and others will continue to call you illegally.

Whether individuals are hired, promoted, retained or allowed to volunteer often depends on information revealed in a background check. Companies conduct background checks on prospective employees and volunteers for many reasons including

Not in most cases. Read More

Yes, if someone has stolen your child’s personal information, it’s possible for accounts to be opened in your child’s name. To determine whether this has happened, you can contact the three major credit bureaus (Experian, TransUnion, Equifax) to see if your child has a file. Read More