CreditLearningCenter.com., the nation&#s first consumer website to provide audio and video learning resources to help keep consumers informed on matters related to personal credit, credit monitoring, and identity theft, has been officially launched. The site also features a wealth of free step-by-step help guides, a Consumer Help Center, a Credit Resource Center, a Credit Action Center, and other resources to assist consumers.

Putting Every Consumer in Control of Personal Credit

CreditLearningCenter.com helps consumers take control of their personal credit - as understanding credit and using it wisely is vital to a strong financial future, stated Walter Burch, Editor-in-Chief of CreditLearningCenter.com. Today, credit reports and credit scores play a major role in the financial well-being of virtually every consumer. At stake are tens, even hundreds of thousands of dollars for millions of consumers whose home loan and other financing terms are largely determined by their three-digit credit score. It&#s really a case of be credit-smart, or be credit-captive,&#&# added Burch.

Promoting Identity Theft Awareness: 91 Million Data Records of U.S. Residents Exposed

While promoting the wise use of credit is a central focus of CreditLearningCenter.com, the site also promotes identity theft awareness. While nearly 10 million people are identity theft victims each year, consumers should be aware that more than 91 million personal data records of U.S. residents have been compromised due to security breaches since February 2005, said Burch, referring to a data breach report from the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse. CreditLearningCenter.com provides detailed information on how consumers can help to prevent identity theft, and provides the steps to take should it occur. Among the site&#s identity theft resources for consumers are:

The 9 Ways to Help Prevent Identity Theft
The Common Warning Signs of Identity Theft
The Four Steps to Take If You Should Become a Victim
The Latest Data Breach Security Alerts

For more information on the news and features on this new consumer web portal, readers may visit: http://www.creditlearningcenter.com