Identity Theft - Understanding and Preventing the Fastest Growing Crime

Find out what identity theft is and how you can keep it from happening to you. Learn simple steps to take that will make you safer.

Some Identity Theft Victims End Up With Criminal Records

One in six Identity Theft victims end up with criminal records. Will this happen to you? Identity theft is a massive crime that is destroying the lives of many Americans. Losses are estimated at over $33 billion dollars per year.

Catching Spyware to Avoid Identity Theft

Not only is spyware annoying because of the constant popup ads, it can also cause some programs from running properly.

Are You at Risk for Identity Theft? Learn How to Protect Yourself

Identity Theft is America’s fastest growing type of robbery. There have been an estimated 9.9 million victims on America and over 40% of all consumer complaints in the U.S. involve identity theft. About half of the victims do not know how the thief obtained their personal information. The Boston Globe and Newsweek have both covered Identity theft recently telling us how important it is for us to educate ourselves on preventing and protecting ourselves from this type of robbery.

7 Tools to Prevent Identity Theft Fraud

Preventing identity fraud can be minimized by just becoming aware these important tips.

Identity Theft: Don't Be A Victim!

If you don't think you have ever been a victim of identity theft, think again. In ways almost beyond our perception, thieves are making off with your valuable personal information, bringing havoc to so many lives. Here is a narrative outlining how you can respond if victimized by identity thieves.

Resources to Help You Learn About and Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

If you get an email or letter or form that looks like it came from your bank, credit card company, the IRS, online auction or bill pay service asking you to verify information so they can update their records, verify this with your bank or credit card company. Never click on the link in an email; it will take you to a fraudulent website that is disguised to look like the companies. If you call to verify and your bank or credit card company wants this information, give it to them over the phone, if you initiated the call and are sure it is the correct number, or stop by in person if possible. Warning signs you can look for to identify “Scams” If someone tells you: “Poor or no credit – No problem!” Offers you a “Bargain loan” Rushes you through signing up for anything Wants you to pay a fee If a salesman comes to your door and says “I was just in the neighborhood” Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it is!

Internet Identity Theft - How You Can Shield Yourself

With the advent of the World Wide Web, a whole new breed of criminals have surfaced, posing threats to more than just our material assets, but also to our very identities. Although there are a number of effective methods for protecting yourself from internet identity theft, not everyone takes the necessary steps to initiate such a plan.

Identity Theft is a Major Problem: Whose Responsibility is It to Protect the Consumer?

Recent reports confirm that personal information continues to fall into the wrong hands, consumers have become increasingly concerned about how companies handle their personal information. But consumers can only do so much; then it’s up to the businesses.

Identity Theft - Beware of Phishing Attacks!

A fairly new scheme known as “phishing” is being used to steal financial information from unsuspecting consumers. Be on the lookout for these scams.

A Personal Experience with Identity Theft

An example of PHISHING.

Another Fine Mess!

I'm in the Anti-Spyware business, and I'm doing a lot of advertising to promote my website, but here I am online and on the phone, giving my personal information to.....who? Strangers basically, Geez! The majority of identity thefts occur thru contractors employing people in entry-level jobs that have not been properly screened. Not even Hackers, Phishers or Dumpster Divers account for as many! The ideal location for a Identity stealer would be in a outsourced agency that fails to use adequate screening processes.

What Can Happen to You as a Victim of Identity Theft: Facts & Figure

Facts you need to know about being a victim of identity theft...