It’s just too easy to be a victim of some of today’s debt scams and credit repair scams.
Many are marketed as valuable services for those who are dealing with serious debt problems, so if you’re in a tough financial situation, these “programs” seem to be the ultimate solution.
But understanding how these scams work and what red flags to look out for can help you make some well-informed decisions and avoid becoming a victim.
If you receive a notice from the IRS stating that you have filed two (or more) tax returns this year, someone may be using your
Here are 5 common debit card scams used by con artists out to steal your debit card information and your money: Keystroke-logger. This is computer spyware
If someone has stolen your Social Security card or has found your Social Security number on sensitive documents, they can misuse your SSN by opening
If you recently had your Social Security card stolen or an identity thief had access to your Social Security number, someone could be using your
Q: I lost my social security card about a month ago. I already have memorized my social security number and don’t really need to carry
Q: I am unable to file my taxes because someone used my social security number. What should I do? A: If you recently found out
The Social Security Administration, Office of the Inspector General cannot place a fraud alert on your SSN but they do manage a fraud hotline to
Q: I filed for my taxes on Turbo Tax I got a message saying that my social security number has been used and one of
Here is the latest scam alert posted on the FBI.gov website and sent to anyone who subscribes to their new scams and warnings email list:
Despite the bona fide assistance out there, it’s harder than ever for many consumers to separate trustworthy foreclosure assistance companies from the bogus ones. And
Regulators and consumer advocates alike are warning Americans about a growing number of credit repair scams nationwide. Recently, the Federal Trade Commission reached a $14.4
With each passing year, more people are heading online rather than to the mall to get their holiday shopping done. But online shoppers need to
If the person that is your spouse, you need to file a request for what the IRS calls “innocent spouse relief”. Get IRS form 8857 to do this. If not, you should still notify the IRS and Federal authorities that you have been the victim of fraud and identity theft. Lock down your credit reports by getting a credit freeze and putting a fraud alert on your credit files with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion.
Question: I am 24 years old and my credit is not too spectacular. Most of the accounts on my credit reports are things I have done to myself, but the other half (and the most expensive portion of my debt) was done by an immediate family member who knows my social security number and has put cable, electric and telephones in my name and did not pay the bill. I don’t want to get my family member in trouble but I am not sure what to do?
There was an article in the headlines recently about how identity thieves are selling children’s Social Security numbers over the Internet. One way to prevent
