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Identity Theft

Here are some tips from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to help minimize your risk of identity theft:

bulletOrder copies of your credit report.
bulletDon't give out personal information over the phone.
bulletGuard your mail.
bulletShred important documents.
bulletDo not reveal essential information.
bulletGuard your Social Security number.
bulletDon't carry all of your important information in your wallet
or purse.
bulletPay attention to your billing cycles.
bulletBe on your guard for promotional scams.

Study finds most identity theft occurs from paper, not Internet.

Learn more about this growing problem in North Texas or view statistics published by leading corporations.

To request a free, 37 page document containing information on how-to minimize your risk and get information on what steps to take if you fall victim - Please complete the form.

Protect Your Assets from Internet "Phishing" Scams

Phishing is an online scam that uses a replica of an existing Web page or email you are familiar with to "spoof" or fool you into submitting personal, financial, or password information.

Different forms of "Phishing":

bulletAn email that seems to be from a trusted source but asks for sensitive personal information.
bulletA link alteration that creates a replica of a legitimate Web site you're familiar with and then sends you to a link that requests sensitive personal information.
bulletIP (Internet Protocol) spoofing via a message with an IP address that seems to come from a trusted source.

How you can protect yourself:

bulletBe suspicious of emails seeking personal information.
bulletRefuse to give out your SSN, PIN, or account number by email.
bulletReview account statements for accuracy.

If you fall victim to identity theft, call the FTC Identity Theft Hotline. The toll-free number is 877-IDTHEFT (877-438-4338). Counselors will take your complaint.
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