Tag: creditcards
Identity Theft Scams to Keep an Eye On
January 28, 2025. AAA Staff
Consumers can protect themselves from scams by securing personal information and staying up to date on the latest fraud tactics.
15 Ways to Stay Safe Online
October 08, 2021. Sara Albert
As strides in technology are made each day, we become more connected – and more vulnerable to theft. Keep yourself protected with these tips.
What You Need to Know About Chip Technology in Credit Cards
August 13, 2021. Tara Schatz
Credit card chip technology has been around for a few years now. You might know it for holding up the checkout line. But how do these chips protect your security?
Keeping Your Money Safe Abroad
October 30, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
Make sure your dream vacation doesn’t turn into a nightmare with these tips on keeping your money safe when far from home.
Preparing Your Children for Their First Credit Card
October 20, 2018. Tara Schatz
A credit card can teach kids about spending, saving, budgeting and more. But it is also a big responsibility.
8 Things You Should Never Use Your Credit Card For
October 09, 2018. Tara Schatz
It’s tempting to swipe a card and worry about the bill later. But there are times when using a credit card for payment isn’t the best idea.
How Credit Card Companies Protect Your ID and Security
September 30, 2018. Tara Schatz
Fraud costs credit card companies millions of dollars every year. Learn about what is being done to protect your ID and privacy.
The History of Credit Cards and the Credit Card Life Cycle
September 15, 2018. Tara Schatz
A look at how credit cards came to be, how the technology works and the process they go through to get from the printer to your wallet.
Steer Clear of Unsafe Websites and Keep Your Credit Card Info Safe
September 13, 2018. Tara Schatz
Have you ever stopped to wonder whether a website is secure before you input sensitive credit card information? Learn about the dangers of unsafe websites and how to determine if a site can be trusted.
Credit Cards for College Students
September 13, 2018. Tara Schatz
Credit cards for college students shouldn’t involve a lesson learned in the dangers of reckless spending. Use our guide to to learn how to spend smart.
Keeping Your Passwords Secure With Online Password Managers
September 10, 2018. Tara Schatz
Password managers are a simple and affordable way to keep your passwords and sensitive data safe online.
How to Use a Credit Card Wisely
September 02, 2018. Tara Schatz
You can save money and build a positive credit score by practicing a few healthy habits.
Is Bitcoin the Currency of the Future?
August 15, 2018. Tara Schatz
Some people have invested in purely digital currency, aka cryptocurrency, convinced that it is the currency of the future. Are they right?