WASHINGTON — The IRS has issued a consumer alert warning consumers about an Internet scam where they receive a bogus email claiming to be from the IRS, informing them of a tax refund. The e-mail provides a link that requests personal information, such as a Social Security number and credit card information.
This scheme is an […]
American consumers are being ripped off to the tune of over $45 Billion by identity theft. For more victims, by the time one discovers they’re a victim it’s often too late. According to polls, Americans are more worried about identity theft than corporate fraud or losing their jobs. Most people agree, the credit cards and […]
A big percentage of the US population will have to deal with an identity theft.
Credit report problems are already a problem even without identity theft. 79% of credit reports had a mistake or errors as of 2004.
Practical advice on how to preserve the integrity of your credit reports:
Check your credit reports every 90 days, […]
Good identity theft protection begins with your wallet. Your wallet might be full of old sales slips and credit cards you forgot about. “What’s in your wallet?” Aside Capital One, you might have items you shouldn’t have, and can do without. There’s no need to carry your Social Security Card, as you can easily memorize […]
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