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What To Do If You Are a Victim of Fraud (11 Steps)

If you’ve been a victim of fraud, you need to take quick action to minimize the damage, protect yourself against further fraud, and recover lost funds.

July 12, 2024

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How To Check If Someone Opened an Account in Your Name

Any unfamiliar bank, credit card, or other account opened in your name is a major warning sign of identity theft. Learn how to identify these signs quickly.

April 30, 2024

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What Is Credit Card Fraud? How Can You Secure Your Cards?

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Someone Is Using My Home Address Fraudulently. What Do I Do?

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How to Remove a Fraud Alert (Step-by-Step Guide)

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What To Do If a Scammer Has Your Phone Number (in 2024)

Are you worried about the amount of spam and scam calls you’re receiving? Learn what to do if a scammer has your phone number and how to stay safe.

February 14, 2024

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What Happens If You Answer a Spam Call? (How To Stop Them)

Is it dangerous to answer a spam call? Learn what could happen if you engage with a phone scammer and how to block annoying spam calls on your phone.

February 14, 2024

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What Is Synthetic Identity Fraud? How To Protect Yourself

Synthetic identity fraud is the most dangerous type of identity theft. Learn how to stay safe or recover fast if scammers target you.

February 14, 2024

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How To Get 3-Bureau Credit Monitoring (7 Best Options)

Identity Guard, Aura, and IdentityWorks offer 3-bureau credit monitoring. If you don’t regularly track your credit, here’s how to choose a service.

February 9, 2024

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