The effects of identity theft can be immediately, catastrophically obvious—or you may be compromised for years without knowing it. Identity theft is a real threat worth worrying about. Not only ...

An unexpected tax form in your mailbox could signal identity theft By Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV | Posted - March 6, 2025 at 9:37 p.m.

Tax return rejected Form W-2 or Form 1099 from employer you didn't work for Form 1099-G unemployment benefits you didn't get or apply for Employer identification number (EIN) you didn't apply for ...

If you suspect you’re a victim of tax-related identity theft, file an IRS Identity Theft Affidavit (Form 14039). The form is separate from the Federal Trade Commission affidavit, which is used ...

You may not know that you're a victim of employment identity theft, but there are some signs. You might receive a W-2 or 1099 tax form from an employer you don't recognize.

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information without your consent, often to commit fraud. This can range from stealing credit card details to creating fake accounts in your name.

If you believe you're a victim of identity theft, contact your financial institutions immediately. Next, contact the credit bureaus to initiate fraud alerts and to put a freeze on your credit ...

Promotional Widget for NH Business Review.Each year, more and more Americans fall victim to some form of identity theft or fraud. In 2023, Americans reported they were the victims of more than nearly ...

More recently, the Identity Theft Resource Center tracked 824 data compromises in the first quarter of 2025. That was slightly lower than the 841 in Q1 2024.