Identity Theft and Scams

Our Credit.com experts provide tips & advice on how you can avoid becoming a victim of identity theft and what you should do in the event your identity is compromised. Here, you’ll find information explaining the different forms of identity theft, how to monitor you credit for signs of identity theft & what fraud protection measures you can take.

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Identity Theft and Scams

11 Tips for How to Prevent Identity Theft

The Federal Trade Commission’s Consumer Sentinel Network report for 2020 notes that 1.4 million people filed complaints about identity theft in 2020. Overall, reports related to fraud and identity theft were up in 2020 compared to 2019. Learning how to prevent identity theft helps you protect yourself against these types of issues. Discover eleven ways to prevent... Read More

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When Social Security Numbers Fall From the Sky
Christmas came early for identity thieves who lined the streets o... Read More

November 27, 2012

Shocking Stat: 10,000 Identity Theft Rings Operating in U.S.
Identity theft is a very real problem affecting millions of Ameri... Read More

November 26, 2012

More Identity Thieves Now Targeting Children
While many consumers across the country are now very concerned ab... Read More

November 16, 2012

How the SEC Almost Shut Down Wall Street
Here’s a fun fact: Hackers, just like bankers, real estate ... Read More

November 15, 2012

Cyberbullying 101: What Parents Need to Know
Learn how to recognize cyberbullying warning signs and how to shu... Read More

November 12, 2012

Hackers Gain Access to Barnes and Noble Customer Data
Consumers who shopped at one of the best-known bookstores in the ... Read More

October 26, 2012