We live at the time when the individual’s worth is measured by numbers.  Every citizen, permanent resident and… the thief in the US has a Social Security number.  With this number you can get loans, credit, buy homes, get employed, etc.  Without it-you are basically nothing.  Even to rent an apartment you must present your Social Security number.  I do not see a reason why, though, but this is what is being done. Read the full story

I write plenty here about Identity Theft, but I feel I should delve into this term a little bit deeper.  What is Identity Theft?  Really, What is it?

A Legal Definition of Identity Theft per Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003, Identity Theft Means:

“… a fraud committed using the identifying information of another person.” 16 CFR §603.2 Read the full story

It is difficult for some people to realize just how big of a problem identity theft has become. But once you take a closer look at the statistics of this crime you will have a better idea of how serious this is and how many people it effects. You may be surprised at some of the identity theft statistics you are about to see. Read the full story