Adding your Personal Information for Internet Scanning

Equifax WebDetect™ scans suspected underground Internet trading sites for your Social Security number (if you choose) and up to 10 major credit/debit card account numbers you provide. Simply enter your personal information in the Member Center to receive alerts if your information is found.

Steps:

• Step 1: Log into the Member Center
• Step 2: "Equifax WebDetect" is on the right side of screen
• Step 3: Click the green "Add" button
• Step 4: Enter whether you want to scan for your Social Security number and/or up to 10 major credit/debit card numbers in the form fields and click "Submit"

Intuitive navigation and a helpful dashboard structure make entering your information into the Member Center a breeze.

Want to add Equifax WebDetect™ to your Credit Watch subscription? Log into the Member center to add it for only $2 a month!

Financial Tips to Start the New Year Right

During the holidays, it's easy to get wrapped up in the excitement of gift giving and forget the potential debt you may have just incurred. When shopping through the holiday season, keep in mind the actual cost of the items you bought. If you paid in cash or with a check, this is a non-issue.

If you paid by credit card — a tempting option with all of the special discounts for opening accounts around the holidays — you also have to factor in any interest charges that might build up. If you used credit for your holiday purchases, now's the time to create a plan to pay off that debt as quickly as possible. Reviewing your current credit report and score is a perfect place to start.