Your Life...Gone In 60 Seconds
Have you ever gotten a collection notice that seemed out of the ordinary? Are bill collectors calling your home regarding a credit card
you do not possess? When out-of-the-ordinary financial red flags begin to rise, it could be more than a company error – you might be experiencing
a case of identity theft.
What is Identity Theft?
When identity theft occurs, the credit rating of a victim becomes seriously tarnished by the act of others who run up credit cards, apply for
loans, and order online products without the knowledge of a cardholder. The damage sustained from identity theft is so great that some people
never fully recover from the aftereffects. Despite repeated attempts to correct the problem, the miles and miles of paperwork and computer
corrections needed to fully gain closure may never repair the dent left behind.
Who is At Risk? YOU ARE!
No one is safe from the threat and destruction of identity theft. The potential of having a name, Social Security number, and other elements
of an identity stolen and misused can occur to the youngest of victims to the oldest.

Statistically Speaking…
Identity theft is a costly intrusion. More than $50 billion reflects the total loss that businesses and individuals have suffered due to new
account and existing account frauds. To correct the invasion of their identities, Americans on the whole are forced to spend more than 300
million hours trying to resolve their concerns. Some victims will log in an average of 30 - 60 hours to handle their affairs and straighten out
their credit history.
If you are wondering who has stolen your name and how they were able to retrieve your personal details, more than 25% of reported identity
theft cases have involved a family member or someone the victim already knew. This is a good indicator to avoid sharing your personal information
with loved ones and best friends. If you are able to pinpoint the thief who has tampered with your good name, you may file charges against the
culprit, but unfortunately, many people are unable to locate the wrongdoer, especially when a thief has been swiping credit cards all
over the country and forging signatures undetected.
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