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Six tips to keep identity theft in check

Nearly 251,000 identity theft-related complaints were made to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in 2010. So it's no surprise that - for the 11th straight year - identity theft ranks No. 1 as the biggest concern among consumers. To protect yourself from being counted among those victims, follow these identity fraud prevention tips.

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Your legacy of giving: Review your beneficiary lists

As you prepare for tax time and organize your finances, it's also a good time to evaluate your will and legacy.

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Easy ways to save on everyday expenses

In this uncertain economic climate, consumers are feeling the strain on their personal finances. Now more than ever, it is important to save on everyday expenses - big or small - wherever possible.

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Identity theft prevention tips for the holiday season

While you're trekking through the malls or cruising websites looking for great holiday bargains, it may be difficult to remember that not everyone around you is as caught up in the holiday spirit as you are. Some of your fellow shoppers may actually be identity thieves looking to parlay the season's hustle and bustle into an opportunity to steal your personal information and, ultimately, your money.

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Preventing identity theft at tax time

You need to think about security and identity theft at tax time. Whether you file online or by mailing paper forms, your tax return contains a staggering amount of information about you. You need to protect that information at every step of the preparation and filing process.

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