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Jill Krasny

To Catch a Thief: Will Techie Upgrades Prevent ID Theft?

Identity theft is all too common these days, but a shocking new report from the Federal Trade Commission highlights just …

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Consumer Lessons from the Celebrity Hacking Scandal

Last week, a dozen high profile celebrities, government officials and politicians were victims of hackers who posted sensitive financial information …

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5 Steps to Spring Cleaning Your Credit

No matter what time of year it is, it’s never too late to dust off your credit reports and learn …

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The Dangers of Not Checking Your Credit Report

For so many of us, checking our credit reports is probably not at the top of the to-do list (unless …

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5 Credit Myths to Ditch in 2013

When one year ends and another begins, it’s hard not to look ahead and strive to do better.  And when …

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Don't Fall For These Common Travel Scams

There’s more to travel than road trips and games, as travelers can be prime targets for scams. To make sure …

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The Freelancer's Guide to Building Credit

The 9 to 5 grind is quickly becoming a thing of the past. According to the Freelancer’s Union, a Brooklyn, …

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The 3 Jobs Where Good Credit Counts

Can poor credit cost you a job offer? Depending on the job you’re applying for, it just might.

While studies have …

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What The New Year Means For Old Credit Rewards

Rewards cards are all the rage lately, but should you use your rewards points before you lose them in 2013? …

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12 Holiday Scams to Watch Out For

As more consumers pick up their smartphone and tablet to go holiday shopping, cyber crooks will try just about anything …

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Jill Krasny – Jill Krasny is a freelance writer living in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to Credit.com, she regularly contributes to MTV, Esquire, Mashable, Complex and PBS, among others.

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