Identity theft normally hits the most people by loss of their credit card info, we all know that. But did you know that 30% of all identity theft is comitted by someone you know?

We all hate the idea of losing our identity. We all hate it even more if it turns out that it was stolen and is being used by someone else. So what can we do to prevent it? These 7 tips make a good starting point!

A nationwide Settlement has been proposed in a class action alleging that Allstate violated Federal Civil Rights laws in connection with its use of credit report inforation to price personal lines insurance policies.

In the world today, online learning offers the flexibility and convenience many students need to obtain a college education. Unfortunately, many college transcripts fail to show a student’s real-life experience, even if the student has a lot of knowledge in one particular field but no diploma to show for it. In this case, life experience credits can help students receive the recognition they desire and deserve.

Most of us take summonses for jury duty seriously, but enough people skip out on their civic duty that a new ominous scam has surfaced in the last several years. This new “jury duty” scam is the latest in a series of identity theft “phishing schemes”. Fall for it, and whammo, your identity has been stolen.

Every day that passes offers parents the opportunity to share valuable life lessons they have learned with their college-aged student.

County Court Judgements or CCJs will have a serious impact on your credit rating, making it more difficult to obtain finance. What are CCJs, and can you do anything about them?

In the United States, an associate degree is a 2-year degree given by colleges upon completion of an associate degree program. Associate degrees are generally 2-year degrees, like those awarded at community colleges. Associate degrees are also available online - allowing students to study on a schedule that suits their busy lives. An Associate Degree is a type of undergraduate degree that requires at least 60 semester credit hours.

Michigan Schools presented its new high school graduation requirements — the Michigan Merit Curriculum — in December 2005. The Michigan schools are determined to better prepare students for work and college success, by assuring that all students have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.