Posts Tagged ‘Identity’

Identity Theft Prevention | What to Do if You’re a Victim

From the US Treasury Dept. Explains the steps you should take if you become a victim of identity theft. Identity theft is a serious crime. It occurs when your personal information is stolen and used without your knowledge to commit fraud or other crimes. Identity theft can cost you time and money. It can destroy [...]

Collection agency calling to collect on an identity theft credit card?

Question by : Collection agency calling to collect on an identity theft credit card?My roommate got called by a collection agency saying she had a credit card with $ 4000 on it that has never been paid on. She never opened the card and doesn’t know how to prove that she has been a victim [...]

Child Identity Theft

How your child’s identity can be stolen and used by criminals. TV news story from KWGN-TV, Denver. www.cw2.com

Is it considered identity theft when somebody fakes you on Facebook?

Question by : Is it considered identity theft when somebody fakes you on Facebook?They are taking my pictures & using my name, & acting as if they are me. Is it considered identity theft?Best answer: Answer by horsin1787hmm, interesting question, i’m not entirely sure, but i think so, report them to facebook. Give your answer [...]

Child Identity Theft

Stacey Bradford, Family Finance Blogger for CBS MoneyWatch.com gives tips on how to reduce the risk of your child becoming a victim of identity theft.Video Rating: 5 / 5