Identity Theft Resource Center

ITRC Solution 06

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:22:38 PST

Clearing Criminal Identity Theft

ITRC Fact Sheet 102

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:49:44 PST

Consumer Risk Test
Are the businesses you frequent exposing you to identity theft?

Just the Facts

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:36:27 PST

Over the past year, the ITRC victim call center has noted a significant increase in the number of calls regarding Mortgage Fraud / Identity Theft. This trend seems to be supported by numbers released by the FBI. There were 67,190 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) referred to law enforcement during FY 2009, a six percent increase over FY 2008 (see chart below).

Criminal Identity Theft

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:20:56 PST

Criminal Identity Theft

It’s a terrifying scenario that occurs all too frequently. You’re ready to buy a house or a new car, or start a new job. The prospect of taking this step is cause for both anxiety and excitement. After many months of planning or seeking that perfect opportunity, you’re ready for that next big step in your life. Then, the lender/salesman/banker/potential-employer returns with a pensive look on his face. He informs you that the job (or loan) you applied for cannot be approved. When you ask for the reason, they will hesitate, reluctant to inform you that a review of your background has revealed you have a criminal record!

Hoja informativa 100 Robo de identidad financiera - los pasos iniciales

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:42:50 PST

Hoja informativa 100 Robo de identidad financiera - los pasos iniciales

ITRC Solution 14

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:52:24 PST

Protecting Your Online Identity

ITRC Solution 32

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:02:10 PST

Steps to Clear Criminal Identity Theft

ITRC Solution 07

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:07:30 PST

Fraudulent Use of Deceased's Identity

ITRC Fact Sheet 131

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:31:22 PST

Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards
In today’s fast paced society, the quicker the transaction the better. We’ve all seen the commercials where the business is running smoothly until someone pulls out their check book to manually write out a check.

ITRC Solution 23

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:13:36 PST

Emergency Situations and Identity Theft
Hurricanes, tornados, fires, earthquakes and man-made disasters are frightening, and cause a lot of chaos. Taking the time today to create an action plan might help you avoid future identity theft-related situations.

ITRC Solution 26

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:55:17 PST

College Students and Identity Theft

ITRC Solution 11

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 20:15:42 PST

Social Security Change Check List.
This is a step by step look at the process of changing a Social Security Number.

ITRC Solution 16

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:51:09 PST

Protecting Deceased's Idenity

ITRC Solution 19

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:38:24 PST

File Sharing and Peer-to-Peer Software Safety
Information on how to protect yourself from possible identity theft through file sharing programs.

ITRC Solution 13

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:45:43 PST

Protecting PII on the Internet

ITRC Solution 21

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:45:23 PST

Check Washing

ITRC Solution 22

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:20:34 PST

Medicare Cards and Social Security Numbers

ITRC Solution 15

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:03:25 PST

Steps for Breach Victims
It can be unnerving to be told that your information has been compromised in a breach. There are some steps you can take at this time. Please remember that the more people affected by a breach, the less likely they will become a victim of identity theft.

ITRC Solution 17

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:42:06 PST

Lost or Stolen Wallet, Purse of PDA

ITRC Solution 12

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 20:05:50 PST

Check Fraud
What is check fraud and what steps do I take if I am a victim?

ITRC Solution 24

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:32:12 PST

Tax Time Tips
Whether you file in April, June, October or December, often puts important personal identifying information at risk for exposure. Your W-2, and other IRS reporting forms, include your Social Security Number and, in some cases, financial account information. These numbers can be a gold mine for identity thieves. Find out more about Tax Time Tips.

ITRC Solution 28

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:28:22 PST

Mortgage Identity Theft

ITRC Fact Sheet 115A

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:41:45 PST

When Spouse is the Identity Thieft
It can be very hard on somebody to find out that their Social Security Number has been used for fraudulent purposes by their spouse...

ITRC Fact Sheet 140

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:25:19 PST

Social Security Number FAQs

ITRC Fact Sheet 126

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:25:21 PST

Checking Account Fraud

ITRC Fact Sheet 118

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:35:47 PST

PC Perfect - Information Safety Quiz

ITRC Fact Sheet 119

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:00:14 PST

Direct Connections to the Internet - Protecting Yourself and Your Information Against Intruders

Examples of Scams: FBI/Central Bank of Nigera Scam

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:00:45 PST

Example of Scams: An email claiming to be from a US Government office (in this case, the FBI) telling the receiver of this email that there is a large some of money waiting for them in Nigeria. It further warns the receiver that there are many scam artists out there trying to steal their money and tells the reader to stop dealing with anybody else claiming to be from Nigeria. That THEY are the legit ones.

ITRC Fact Sheet 130

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:03:30 PST

Basic Medical Identity Theft
In this guide, you will find the beginning steps to take as a victim of medical identity theft.

ITRC Fact Sheet 129

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:47:38 PST

I received a security breach letter - What do I do now?