Identity Theft Plus » Identity Fraud http://www.identitytheftplus.com Protect Yourself Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:09:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 The Threat Is Real, Don’t Ignore Protection Against Identity Theft http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/12/23/the-threat-is-real-dont-ignore-protection-against-identity-theft/ http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/12/23/the-threat-is-real-dont-ignore-protection-against-identity-theft/#comments Wed, 23 Dec 2009 21:41:19 +0000 Ryan Beal http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/12/23/the-threat-is-real-dont-ignore-protection-against-identity-theft/ Over the years, protection against identity theft has changed with the times since the moment two human beings first made eye contact. In the distant past, identity theft amounted to dressing in disguise. These days, criminals have become smarter and have begun to use technology to their advantage to secure the life savings of hard working citizens.

The Internet has changed the face of crime, and it’s now altered identity theft as well. The result is pretty much the same as before, for all of today’s technological advances: finances, credit cards, banking accounts and loans are open season. If you don’t take matters into your own hands, you could end up with a boat load of debt, and possibly even worse if you don’t catch it early enough.

A Huge Waste Of Time

That being said, even if you do catch identity theft at the earliest possible stage, you’re still not going to get off free. By freezing your bank account you can block money from being taken out and at least you won’t lose anything, but there’s still some bad news.

If you’ve frozen your account, the bank will be unable to allow you access to your money for several days. You’ll also have to change your account numbers to prevent others from using that information against you. And even though you’ve only lost time, there is a massive amount of stress and frustration that comes from identity theft that can cause sleepless nights and depression.

Small Charges Made To Your Accounts

When protection against identity theft fails, most people experience this category of offense. Their bank accounts and credit cards are compromised, and a selection of seemingly random transactions appear on their statements. The bank will probably be able to determine which are authentic and which aren’t, but you’ll still have to go through the trouble of having to change your numbers. Even then, you’re probably going to be getting letters that your accounts are experiencing suspicious activity.

This causes millions of victims to hurt every year, and hundreds of thousands of dollars to be lost in the process.

Major Financial Disaster And Lending

The last few categories might have seemed frustrating and worrisome, but they are nothing when compared to this or the next stage. Criminals can look up all your bank numbers and use them before you even know what hit you. It’s not unheard of for criminals to take out a loan. This disappointing result causes permanent trouble that can damage your credit score.

Even if it wasn’t really you doing the loaning, you’ll still be held accountable and once your credit score is damaged, it stays damaged because your account is still unreliable.

Illegality

As bad as the others were, this is by far the worst. If criminals pretend to be you physically instead of simply hacking your accounts online. Thieves sometimes finance illegal immigrant operations, run drugs, and even add fake additions to your medical records that can affect your doctor’s ability to treat you. This is more than just simple theft, because this type of personal invasion affects you as a person and your status as a law abiding citizen.

If your identity is stolen in spite of any protection against identity theft you may have, make sure to take care of it as quickly as possible. Protect yourself, use the Internet safely and be careful in the real world.

Obtain protection against identity theft today by selecting one of the many services available online to prevent these types of crimes. Make credit card fraud protection a high priority from an online site today and ensure your savings and your loved ones are safe without concerning yourself with ID fraudsters.

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Erin R asked:


My brother recently lost his I.D./License at the bar. He has talked to the staff at the bar and asked them to watch out for it or if someone turns it in. He has also filed a police report. What other things should he be doing to avoid any future identity theft or fraud against him?

]]> http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/29/lost-i-d-license-what-steps-to-take-to-avoid-identity-theft-or-fraud-10points/feed/ 2 Can my address be used to commit identity theft/fraud etc? http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/27/can-my-address-be-used-to-commit-identity-theftfraud-etc/ http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/27/can-my-address-be-used-to-commit-identity-theftfraud-etc/#comments Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:08:22 +0000 admin http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/27/can-my-address-be-used-to-commit-identity-theftfraud-etc/ identity theft fraud
trickbaby1210 asked:


I’ve given my address to someone in a foreign country so they can send me a present. Its suddenly struck me that maybe they could use my address to commit fraud? am i being paranoid?
I’ve known them for over a year in a virtual sense. Its somebody I work with. Obviously they know my name and my date of birth. thank you for your advice!

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Cyndee m asked:


Everything online keep saying there is a different but does not explain. Please someone tell me the different.

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Kristin D asked:


We are moving and my car was broken into. They stole my wallet, which had my sons’ social security cards, and my old one with my maiden name and my new one. They also ended up with my routing and account number, but I closed the account. They had my ID too, but that was mailed back to me from across the state. I am afraid they will open accounts in my sons’ names, since they have all the information needed. How do I file a identity theft/fraud alert for free?

]]> http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/17/how-do-i-file-an-identity-theft-alert-for-my-sons-and-myself/feed/ 4 Can ones birthday be changed in identity theft/fraud? http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/12/can-ones-birthday-be-changed-in-identity-theftfraud/ http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/12/can-ones-birthday-be-changed-in-identity-theftfraud/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:31:39 +0000 admin http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/12/can-ones-birthday-be-changed-in-identity-theftfraud/ identity theft fraud
Cyn asked:


Like if somebody says to me, it shows me as this age, but my identity was stolen and they changed all my personal information. Is that possible with birthdays?

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juandadonramon asked:


How do i go about this?

]]> http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/08/i-want-to-sue-a-corporation-i-was-working-for-on-identity-theft-and-fraud-charges/feed/ 5 what is the process for identity theft fraud? http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/05/what-is-the-process-for-identity-theft-fraud/ http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/05/what-is-the-process-for-identity-theft-fraud/#comments Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:30:25 +0000 admin http://www.identitytheftplus.com/2009/11/05/what-is-the-process-for-identity-theft-fraud/ identity theft fraud
missy asked:


a so called friend i had we usedd to be tight real close friend i thought she was trustworthy but she livced a few houses down from me she frauduletly put a phone bill in my name with out my knowledge i didnt know iut was to laftrte i cancelled it and when she discovered it was cancelled she called them to get it reinstate i received a bill from the phone company for 450 bucks for 5 mths they nevber made 1 payment i called thee phone company and they said for you not to be liable i have to file a police report i did tbhat today to be precise i feel guilty as heck which i shouldnbt but i trusted her with all my heart and she stabbed me in the back with me getting the police involved does anyone who has been in this position or anyone in general that might know the answer do you know when the steps are process is for identity theft fraud i would greatly appreciate it i have been nervous the whole time today cuz i am scared of what going to happen if she is going to threaten or he rfamilyt or anything cuz she is a well known ex-felon she is 24 same age as me and she dont kn ow how to stay out of trouble or anything any help is nice thanks

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CINDY P asked:


Ever site I go on to they want money. My state careerlink is a joke. I have a better chance of getting my wife to type it out for me on an old type writer. I just want a site that I can trust, I dont know if there are too many sites out there that are like that??????

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RU4 real? asked:


I have recently learned that I have been a victim of identity fraud/theft. What can I do to minimize the damages to my credit?

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