Author: Andy Mitchel | Filed under: Types of Identity Theft | Tags: Child Identity Theft | No Comments »
While identity theft is an issue that is often talked about, what tends to be ignored is the increase in child identity theft. When everyone is born, they are assigned a social security number. Since children don’t generally use their social security number, they are more susceptible to identity theft. Also, their credit report or social security number isn’t typically monitored by families, which also increases the likelihood of being victims of identity theft. When thieves get access to this information, they are able to use a child’s name to get credit cards and obtain additional finances. Read more…
Author: Andy Mitchel | Filed under: Types of Identity Theft | Tags: corporate identity theft | No Comments »
Large corporations and small businesses are targeted by corporate identity theft in the same manner an individual is. Businesses will sometimes will not find out that they are victims until they apply for loans, grants, or credit, and discover they have poor credit. While the perception from some is that individuals are the only victims, corporate identity theft is becoming more prevalent. Credit profiles being stolen from companies by thieves is a very common type of corporate identity theft. Thieves can use these credit profiles to obtain credit for another company that may or may not exist, or simply use the company’s name to make charges. Read more…
Author: Andy Mitchel | Filed under: Types of Identity Theft | Tags: examples of identity theft | No Comments »
Have you ever wondered why people were victims of identity theft? The truth is there are countless ways in which thieves can can get access to personal information and steal another person’s identity. Some are more common, such as theft of credit cards, bank account information, social security numbers, employment, mail, online ID theft, and scams. Once thieves get the information they need, they can wreak havoc on your life in many ways. The following are some examples of identity theft to keep in mind going forward. Read more…
Author: Andy Mitchel | Filed under: Types of Identity Theft | Tags: online ID theft | No Comments »
Online ID theft is not the same as types of identity theft that are more common, and is also more difficult to guard against. Non-online ID theft generally consists of something being physically stolen, such as checks, mail, credit cards, or a drivers license to name a few. On the other hand, online ID theft involves getting access to intangible confidential information, such as credit card numbers, bank account information, social security numbers, passwords, and any other personal information a user has online. Read more…
Author: Andy Mitchel | Filed under: Types of Identity Theft | Tags: types of identity theft | No Comments »
A crime that has continued to increase in frequency and has become one of the most prevalent in our time is identity theft. While you might already be aware of this, do you know about the various types of identity theft that you can be affected by? The idea that your life can be turned upside down in such a short period of time because someone got access to your personal information is a scary thought for anyone. However, by being informed about the types of identity theft, you can reduce the possibility of being a victim. Read more…
