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How Can You Tell if YOUR Identity's Been Stolen?

Chapter 3

 

If you know that your personal information has been accessed or otherwise tampered with there are steps you must take to stop the thieves and try to repair the damage. It is important to stay alert to signs that your information is being used without your consent even when you don’t suspect you’ve been a victim.  

Staying alert to these signs will help you respond quickly if your identity has been stolen:

·         Unfamiliar charges or withdrawals

Always check your bank and credit card statements and make immediate inquiries to unfamiliar charges and withdrawals.

·         Missing mail

If your bills and other mail have gone missing a thief may have broken into your mail box or had your mail redirected to a new address.

·         Calls from Creditors

If you are being contacted by creditors you did not do business with you need to take immediate action to find out who has.

·         New Credit Cards

Receiving new credit cards or bills that you didn’t sign for is a danger sign that your identity may have been stolen.

 ·         Denial of Credit

Unexplained refusal of credit requires investigation on your part. You need to get access to your credit report right away.

 

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   ·        How Serious is Identity Theft?

Find out just how much damage an identity thief can cause. Knowing what they do can help you stay alert.

    ·        Are You at Risk?

Are you making these 14 common mistakes that make it easy for a thief to get your information? 

·        How Can You Tell if YOUR Identity’s Been Stolen?

The 5 RED FLAGS that alert you to a possible identity theft.

     ·        What To Do if You’re a Victim of Identity Theft

The sooner you respond to the theft the less damage will be done. Find out who to contact immediately and what to do. Details for contacting credit agencies or police in the US, UK, Canada and Australia. 

·        Who Has the Right to Access Your Information?

Who should be asking for your information? When can you say no? What options are available? 

·        What is Being Done to Protect Your Privacy?

What steps are being taken to legally protect you? How much protection is really available? 

·        What Can You Do to Prevent Identity Theft?

Learn what YOU can do to reduce the risk. Steps that can thwart thieves and prevent you from becoming an easy target. 

·        Special Concern: Online Privacy

Taking care of your personal information online. Special segment specifically about online privacy. 

·        Learn How to Read a Privacy Policy

Learn what to look for in a privacy policy. Understand the wording that may mean there is no protection at all. 

·        Protecting Your Children’s Privacy

How to educate your children about privacy and safety when communicating online.

 

 

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