Remember Who Your Are
In 2021, there were 1.4 million reports of identity theft, almost 4,000 per day.
There are many companies that offer identity theft services. You should look for the following:
- Alerts you of any credit bureau inquiries and any new accounts created.
- Allows you to track your credit score.
- Alerts you if your information is found on the dark web.
- Alerts you if your personal information was used by someone arrested.
- Alerts you if your personal information was found on online public or private databases
- Helps with the tasks necessary to fully restore your identity and minimize damage.
- Offers financial reimbursement for any losses due to identity theft.
Alerts you receive that someone opened a new credit account in your name is like responding to a crime scene to take the report. The crime has already been committed.
To prevent the crime (the theft of your identity) from occurring in the first place, follow the steps in this eBook to secure your accounts with two-factor authentication, don’t reuse passwords, and minimize your exposure on social media and with everyone who stores your personal information.