Protecting Your Identity in a Digital World
Worried about identity theft? Learn how to protect your identity online, spot warning signs and take action if your information is compromised.
Identity theft occurs when someone has access to your personal information and then uses it to open lines of credit or receive insurance, housing, or employment in your name — potentially affecting your credit reports and credit scores. There are many steps you can take, such as: contacting authorities and companies where the fraud has taken place, to explain that you were a victim of identity theft.
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Identity Theft of Children in Foster Care
Foster children are highly susceptible to identity theft. One way to better protect their personal data is to detect and remove inaccurate and/or inconsistent account information from their credit reports. Read for more information.
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