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Adam Levin is co-founder of Credit.com and the chairman and founder of CyberScout. His experience as former director of the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs gives him unique insight into consumer privacy, legislation and financial advocacy. He is a nationally recognized expert on identity theft and credit, and is the author of SWIPED: How to Protect Yourself in a World Full of Scammers, Phishers, and Identity Thieves, a practical, lively book that is essential to surviving the ever-changing world of online security.

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While it sure feels like there are more scams out there than mothers, it only takes one who “has your number” (or email) to ruin Mother’s Day.
4 Mother’s Day Scams You Want to Avoid
Did you know that with the exception of Christmas, people spend m... read more

May 10, 2017

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Here are five things you can do to improve your identity portfolio.
5 Tricks to Make Your Identity Portfolio More Secure
I’ve written extensively about the importance of building a cre... read more

May 4, 2017

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Biometrics can provide an additional layer of security — which is why you'll see more and more of them built into your devices.
Is It Time to Buy a Biometric Scanner?
Identity theft is still out there, keeping pace with the latest i... read more

April 28, 2017

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Sad but true: The IRS is selling debt to collection agencies, so you've got be extra-careful now that tax season is over.
Why Tax Collection Scams Are Getting Harder to Stop
I’ve written about tax-related crime for years, and have always... read more

April 20, 2017

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Easter is a time for family, but there are six scams you'll want to watch out for.
6 Easter Scams You Want to Avoid
Easter is a time for family, colorful parties and egg hunts, but ... read more

April 12, 2017

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These are the scams to look out for while you're getting your vacation on.
How to Enjoy Your Vacation Without Getting Scammed
Spring has begun, which means open season on travelers who aren... read more

March 29, 2017

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