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3 weeks ago | 
kptv.com | Claire Dickey
Despite technological innovations making it more difficult to use a stolen credit card for fraudulent transactions in person, hackers tend to be endlessly creative when it comes to theft. The reality is, there are plenty of ways thieves can get their hands on your credit card account numbers, which they can then use to make purchases or wreak other types of havoc using your name.
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3 weeks ago | 
aol.com | Claire Dickey
Key takeawaysTo avoid credit card theft, it’s not enough to simply keep your credit card in a secure place — you have to monitor your credit card statements and credit reports routinely for signs of fraud. As data breaches become more common, it’s also important to think about which websites you trust with your card information. If your credit card information does get stolen, contact your credit card issuer immediately to issue you a replacement, then start filing reports with the credit bureaus.
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3 weeks ago | 
cbs4local.com | Claire Dickey
Ways your credit card info might be stolen and how to prevent itby Claire DickeyWed, June 4th 2025 at 1:01 PM10'000 Hours/Getty Images
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3 weeks ago | 
ktul.com | Claire Dickey
Ways your credit card info might be stolen and how to prevent it
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3 weeks ago | 
katu.com | Claire Dickey
Ways your credit card info might be stolen and how to prevent itby Claire DickeyWed, June 4th 2025 at 12:01 PM10'000 Hours/Getty Images
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3 weeks ago | 
kutv.com | Claire Dickey
Key takeawaysTo avoid credit card theft, it’s not enough to simply keep your credit card in a secure place — you have to monitor your credit card statements and credit reports routinely for signs of fraud. As data breaches become more common, it’s also important to think about which websites you trust with your card information. If your credit card information does get stolen, contact your credit card issuer immediately to issue you a replacement, then start filing reports with the credit bureaus.
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Mar 26, 2025 | 
newsweek.com | Tim Maxwell |Claire Dickey
Editorial Disclosure: Opinions, reviews, analyses and recommendations expressed here are author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. Vault Mortgages Refinance Advertiser Disclosure By Tim Maxwell Tim Maxwell Mortgage Expert Tim Maxwell is a freelance personal finance writer with over two decades of media experience.
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Mar 24, 2025 | 
newsweek.com | Tim Maxwell |Claire Dickey
Editorial Disclosure: Opinions, reviews, analyses and recommendations expressed here are author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. Vault Mortgages Advertiser Disclosure By Tim Maxwell Tim Maxwell Mortgage Expert Tim Maxwell is a freelance personal finance writer with over two decades of media experience.
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Mar 13, 2025 | 
newsweek.com | Claire Dickey
In a transformative month for American retirees and other beneficiaries, March will see significant shifts in Social Security policies. As these changes begin to take effect, understanding their implications is crucial for those who depend on Social Security benefits. Why It MattersMany of the recent adjustments to Social Security stem from the implementation of the Social Security Fairness Act, which notably ends the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO).
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Mar 13, 2025 | 
newsweek.com | Claire Dickey
Despite the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County, a new poll conducted by the UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies (IGS) and co-sponsored by the Los Angeles Times reveals that fewer than one in four residents are considering moving out of the area. Moreover, less than 10 percent of the populace is seriously contemplating such decisions. This resilience highlights the deep attachment to the region despite the natural disasters.
