With identity theft cases rising nationwide, more consumers are discovering unfamiliar accounts or inquiries on their credit reports. Petroff Amshen LLP explains how to respond effectively, protect ...

With summer on the way, identity fraud could peak—in 2024, consumers reported that most identity fraud incidents happened in the summer months, when spending is typically high. Here are 15 tips to ...

Identity theft is more common than you think, and recovery is achievable if you act efficiently and decisively. Be sure to report your case to your bank, the relevant companies and the FTC, and take ...

I study fraud and cybercrime for a living. Then I became a case study. I've spent years as part of the fraud-fighting community, publishing academic research, sharing insights almost daily on LinkedIn ...

You should report fraud to the FTC and FBI even if you didn't lose money. You'll be a good samaritan if you do. Danni Santana spent nine years as an editor and business journalist covering industries ...

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In another tax-related fraud, criminals use your Social Security number to file a return in your name and claim a refund. One way to protect against this form of ID theft is to get an IRS identity ...