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June 06, 2009

Keeping Your Credit Scores High

Do you know your credit score? Is it changing? Many Americans credit scores are plunging, Well hear why, and what you can do about it. Then, youre on a business trip or a vacation, and you think your belongings are safe in your hotel room. Think again. Hotel crime is soaring. But well tell you how to stay safe.

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InfoTrak: Show Introduction

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InfoTrak: Improving Your Credit As more consumers struggle with bills, the average Americans credit score has fallen. John Ulzheimer, President of Consumer Education at Credit.com explained what specific behaviors can cause credit scores to drop and what consumers can do to improve their credit score. He also outlined the various ways that individuals can check up on their credit score and credit report.

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InfoTrak: Crime on the Rise in Hotels Michael Brown, PhD, Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Ball State University and co-author of a study of crime at hotels in Miami Beach discusses the results of his study that found that as the recession continues, crime is on the rise at many of the nations hotels. He explained what types of crimes are most common at hotels and vacation spots, and offered suggestions for vacationers to protect themselves and their valuables.

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InfoTrak: Racism and Mental Health Dr. Tumaini Coker is the co-author of a study of that found that fifth-graders who feel they've been mistreated because of their skin color are much more likely to have symptoms of mental disorders, especially depression. She explained why racism can have such a profound effect on youngsters, and how parents and pediatricians can help.

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