Banking & Credit
David Okonkwo5 min
Identity Theft 101: What to Do If Your SSN Is Stolen
Your SSN was stolen — here's the exact order of steps to take: freezing credit, reporting to the FTC and IRS, and protecting yourself going forward.
Author
David Okonkwo
Former quantitative analyst at a hedge fund, David now educates readers on using technology to build smarter investment portfolios. He specializes in comparing trading platforms, explaining automated investing tools, and demystifying complex investment vehicles. He's written extensively on commission-free trading, fractional shares, and democratization of investing.
David Okonkwo is an Investment Tech and Trading Platforms Expert with a background as a quantitative hedge fund analyst. He empowers clients to build smarter portfolios by demystifying complex investment vehicles and automated tools. Specialized in the democratization of finance—from commission-free trading to fractional shares—David provides the technical edge you need. Partner with him to navigate modern trading platforms and master the technology reshaping your financial future.
13Articles
Latest: July 14, 2026
Topics: Banking & Credit, Financial Product Reviews, Taxes & Insurance, Real Estate & Housing +2 more
Articles by David Okonkwo
13 articles
Financial Product ReviewsDavid Okonkwo4 min
Best AI Trading Bots in 2026: Full Comparison Guide
Compare the best AI trading bots in 2026 for crypto, stocks, and forex. Real capabilities, risk controls, and red flags to watch before you fund one.
Financial Product ReviewsDavid Okonkwo8 min
Best Personal Finance Software for Self-Employed (2026)
Compare 7 personal finance apps built for self-employed professionals — real pricing, tax tools, and picks for variable income. See which fits you.
Financial Product ReviewsDavid Okonkwo4 min
Best Free Tax Filing Software, Honestly Compared
Not all 'free' tax software is actually free. We compared 7 options — FreeTaxUSA, Cash App Taxes, TurboTax & more — to find the best fit for your return type.
Taxes & InsuranceDavid Okonkwo4 min
Top 10 Tax Deductions W-2 Employees Miss (2026)
The old write-offs are gone. Discover 10 tax deductions W-2 employees miss—including new above-the-line breaks you can claim without itemizing.
Real Estate & HousingDavid Okonkwo5 min
What Is a Good Credit Score to Buy a House? (2026)
What's a good credit score to buy a house? Learn the score you need for FHA, VA, and conventional loans in 2026 — and how to land the best mortgage rate.
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