What Is Identity Theft?

Helloooooo. We hear a lot about it but what exactly is identity theft? Identity theft is the process of taking someone's personal information without their permission, such their social security number, date of birth, address, driver's license number, bank account information, and credit card information for criminal purposes that may include but not limited to:

• Filing tax return

• Rent an apartment

• Buy a house

• Buy a car

• Turn on utility

• Go on vacation

• Sell the information

• Access your bank accounts

• Access your investment accounts

• Commit credit card fraud

• Pay for medical treatment

• Make various personal purchases

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