Identity Theft Prevention - Tips on Avoiding Disaster

Identity theft is a serious crime, which can leave us feeling vulnerable, unprotected and severely impacted financially. There are a number of steps you can take to prevent this heinous crime.

Detect Key Logger, Identity Theft Spyware

Here are a few tips to protect you against key logger spyware so identity thieves can't steal your bank account passwords and credit card numbers.

Beware Of The Hurricane Katrina E-Mail Identity Theft Charity Scam

Just how low will people go. It seems there are a handful of dishonest people sending out E-Mails Requesting Donations to help the Hurricane Katrina Disaster victims. Not only will these Low Down Belly Crawling Pond Scum Steal your donation, they will steal your credit card or bank account information and often your identity.

Identity Theft, Even After You Die

Discover how identities of the deceased is becoming an irresistible target to scam artists and how to minimize it happening to your family members.

Identity Theft - Don't Blame The Internet

Identity theft is a major problem in many developed countries, and it's growing all the time. So it's only natural to be concerned about internet security - but used properly, the net can enormously helpful in fighting this type of crime.

Preventing Identity Theft - Tips for Personal Security

America, it’s time to take an aggressive stance in preventing identity theft! The odds of the average American becoming the victim of such an outrageous crime are greater than you might think...

Identity Theft is a Major Problem: Whose Responsibility is It to Protect the Consumer?

Recent reports confirm that personal information continues to fall into the wrong hands, consumers have become increasingly concerned about how companies handle their personal information. But consumers can only do so much; then it’s up to the businesses.

Identity Theft - Beware of Phishing Attacks!

A fairly new scheme known as “phishing” is being used to steal financial information from unsuspecting consumers. Be on the lookout for these scams.

6 Ways To Prevent Identity Theft

These tips offer you protection against identity theft so you won't become a new victim of this terrible crime.

What Should I Do If I've Become a Victim of Identity Theft?

Discover the steps to recovery from being a victim of identity theft...

Learn The Truth About Identity Theft

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America, according to a recently released FTC study. Did you know that the term “identity theft” did not exist until just a few years ago? It is a recent phenomenon that is causing a great furor around the world. The pace of this danger is quickening. Many of the largest data collection companies and banks have experienced substantial fraud issues affecting millions of Americans. The IRS recently admitted that their complex and detailed financial records are not protected well enough at all. The fact of the matter is that we are all at risk for identity fraud and there is little that we can do about it.

Sole-Proprietors, Protect Yourself from Identity Theft by Obtaining an EIN

Obtaining an EIN or employer identification number is a good idea if you are self-employed. From time to time, you'll be asked to provide your social security number or employer ID to clients or governmental agencies. Once you do that you have no control over which client employees and others can view your number. With identity theft an ever increasing problem, reducing the need to give out your social security numer can only be a good idea. The best way to do that is to have an employer identification number.

Identity Theft Recovery: The Road Back

Talking about identity theft prevention is of course a good idea but what do you do when identity theft strikes? Where do you begin?

Identity Theft : They Got Him

We hear about the statistics of identity theft and sometimes forget those numbers represent an individual's life. One of those numbers just happened to be my business partner.

Practical Suggestions for Protecting Yourself From Identity Theft

You've heard all about it, you see it on the news, in the papers and magazines. Identity theft is one of the most damaging forms of crime today and it is spreading like wildfire. Here are some practical suggestions for how you can protect yourself form being a victim of identity theft.