Identity theft is a crime that occurs whenever one or more individuals steal someone else’s personal information for financial gain. The stolen information could be a Social Security number,... read more →
Millions of people have been victimized by identity theft. Identity theft occurs when someone steals your private information, such as your driver’s license or Social Security number, and uses that data for his or her own personal gain, to open credit accounts or take out loans in your name.
Two men have been accused of using stolen credit cards to purchase high priced electronics like iPads. The iPads were then resold for cash. Police say the men are are... read more →
Add this to the list of reasons you should stay away from payday lenders: they might not handle your personal information very carefully, putting you at risk of identity theft... read more →
If someone steals your Social Security card or misuses your Social Security number without your permission, it's one of the worst forms of identity theft you can suffer. Crooks can... read more →
Paying with a credit card offers the ultimate in convenience when you’re taking care of all that holiday shopping, - particularly when Black Friday deals abound on the web and... read more →
Identity theft affects about 10 million Americans each year. If you’ve been a victim of identity theft and someone has misused your Social Security number, it is possible to get... read more →
I’m often shocked at the ways in which many people in their 20s, 30s and 40s carelessly share personal information about themselves in very public ways. We’ve all heard of... read more →
If someone uses your personal identifying information such as your name, address, Social Security number, and credit card numbers to steal money or create a false identity, you have been... read more →
Employers, creditors, and even insurance agents typically ask for your Social Security number as part of their screening or application process. However, there are some situations where you should refrain... read more →
Q: Someone filed taxes with my social security number, I contacted the authorities! Now how long for me to receive my tax money? A: I'm sorry to hear about someone... read more →
If you have been a victim of identity theft or domestic abuse, and are still running into problems... read more →
If you’ve been the victim of identity theft, and someone has stolen your Social Security number or personal data to file taxes, open credit accounts, or make charges you didn’t... read more →
Your Social Insurance Number (SIN) is required for work and to receive any type of government benefits in Canada. You will be assigned a unique number if you are a... read more →
You need your Social Security card (or at least your Social Security number) to apply for a job, get insurance benefits, file income taxes, and to open up a bank account or... read more →
If you’ve lost your Social Security card or maybe even had your Social Security number stolen, this is a very serious issue, because it could make you a victim of... read more →
