An attempted identity theft is more than a close call-it’s a serious warning. With reports sharply rising, Petroff Amshen LLP ...

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 ...

Here's how to protect yourself (or reduce the damage) if you become the victim of identity theft or financial fraud.

At the center of this crisis is the Social Security number, still the primary credential used to apply for credit.

There is finally an identity theft prevention program that is worth your time and money among the multitude of options available. This is particularly noteworthy since MyFico is the consumer arm of ...

If you want to open a new credit card or take out a loan and your credit is frozen, you'll need to temporarily unfreeze your credit reports first. Sign up for identity theft monitoring.

Fraud alert set-up To set up a fraud alert, you’ll need to contact one of the three major credit reporting bureaus — Equifax, Experian and TransUnion — either by phone, online or by mail.

“With identity theft, reporting errors, and fraud on the rise, monitoring your credit report weekly is no longer just a good idea—it’s a necessity.” Why Weekly Credit Monitoring Matters ...

There were 15,587 reports of insurance identity theft in 2024, marking a 37% jump from 2023 and the most reports on record, according to a yearly report from the Federal Trade Commission.

Reports of identity crimes to the Identity Theft Resource Center decreased in 2024 compared to 2023. However, victims who report their crimes are suffering greater financial losses than ever.