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Victim of Identity Theft? Here’s What to Do

In 2017, 16.7 million people were victims of identity theft, suffering a record $16.8 billion in losses. Today, many of our standard transactions like banking, bill paying, and even shopping are online. The growth of online activity has increased convenience for consumers, but the continuous exchange of personal information online has likely contributed to the increase in […]

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What to Do If Someone Files Taxes Using Your SSN

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 Social Security number illegally. If someone is filing taxes using your Social Security number, you could be missing out on employment benefits when you retire because the Social Security Administration

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I Lost My Social Security Card, Now What Do I Do?

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 the card around with me. Should I be worried? A: If someone steals  your Social Security card, or you have misplaced your card and can’t find it, you need to

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