Having your email account hacked can lead to wire fraud in your bank accounts. Stop using SMS text message security codes for password reset.
Security Hardware for Vanguard, Fidelity, and Schwab Accounts
Get off SMS text message codes and stop using your phone for login security. Buy hardware tokens and keys to protect your investment accounts and email.
How To Use Password Manager with TreasuryDirect for I Bonds
Do this trick when you buy I Bonds and use a secure password stored in a password manager instead of the virtual keyboard on the TreasuryDirect website.
Vanguard Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): YubiKey + Google Voice
Buy a security key and use it for two-factor authenticatioin with Vanguard. Use a Google Voice number as backup instead of SMS to your real mobile number.
Stop Tax Return Fraud: Sign Up for the IRS IP PIN Program
The IRS opened the Identity Protection PIN program to everyone. Sign up to stop someone from filing a fraudulent tax return in your name.
Ally Bank Removed Online Early Withdrawal From No-Penalty CDs
Ally Bank removed the simple online process for early withdrawal from a CD. Now they make it more difficult and force you to call customer service.
Free Home-Based VPN for Accessing Financial Accounts During Travel
Your existing equipment may already support setting up a VPN at home, all for free. Try it before you use a third-party for VPN.
Replace Lost Or Stolen Savings Bonds: A Real Life Experience
A real life experience of how to get lost or stolen savings bonds replaced.
Lessons After A Burglary: Physical Security
Take steps to discourage burglaries and reduce the damage in case you get one.
Proactively Protect Your Account Against Fraud
Consumers should play an active role in protecting themselves against fraud.
Encrypted USB Flash Drive For Financial and Legal Documents
How to use an inexpensive encrypted USB flash drive for your sensitive documents.
FidSafe: Online Safe Deposit Box From Fidelity
Fidelity’s new service FidSafe offers secure online storage for your financial and legal documents.