The Complete Idiot's Guide to Getting Out of Debt

Part 4

Protecting Yourself

As the saying goes, “the best defense is a good offense.” In other words, to truly protect yourself, you should be proactive and get the upper hand on the things that can cause you harm.

When it comes to your finances, it’s crucial that you are both looking down the road and watching your own back. Sadly, the road to financial freedom is full of booby traps and unsavory people hiding in the shadows, trying to do your finances harm.

In this part, you’ll learn how to fend off the angry mob of creditors, safeguard your identity, nurture your credit score, and stay out of the sights of scam artists.