Financial Identity Theft 
Steps to Take if a You’re a Victim of Tax Fraud
We previously discussed the issue of identity theft when it comes to filing taxes. Identity thieves use other people’s Social Security numbers (SSN) to file tax returns and claim refunds that aren’t theirs to take. If the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tells you it already has a return for your SSN when you file your [...]
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Identity Theft During Tax Season
With most things in life, where there’s a will, there’s a way. And, identity theft is no exception. Identity thieves are always on the prowl for ways to scam the system at the expense of innocent individuals, even when it comes to filing taxes. A recent story in The Los Angeles Times reported that the [...]
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Child Identity Theft: Warning Signs and Action Steps
Identity theft affects people of all ages, including children. In fact, some identity thieves prefer to use a child’s personal information, rather than an adult’s, because while many adults keep track of their credit, most do not monitor their child’s credit in any way. Luckily, there are simple warning signs that your child might be [...]
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How to Report Identity Theft
If you notice signs suggesting you are the victim of identity theft, take the following steps as soon as possible. Start a file. You’ll need to keep records of all your identity theft-related correspondence, receipts, and your original police and identity theft reports, etc. Call any of the three major credit bureaus, report that you [...]
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