Re: Identity Theft

From this post: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/12/AR2008011200275.html?wpisrc=newsletter&sid=ST2008011201190


This woman decided to use her debit card instead of credit cards to remain debt free. However, credit cards will reimburse their subscribers for fraud charges, but debit cards don’t normally have to. ID Theft is very common nowadays. With the internet emerging with new sites that allow you to buy new items at the click of a button it is just as easy for someone to hack into your accounts and steal your information. All most people need is a credit card number and the code on the back to start charging a few items that you didn’t order. If you want to protect yourself from these types of things common sense should be used. Don’t share information with anyone you don’t trust. Look around for a loan manager or ask friends for references. Credit scores should be checked annually. Another good piece of information is people who call you saying they’re from the bank don’t necessarily have to be from the bank. Use caution when giving out information! People who try to steal your information are exactly just that..STEALING! They are to blame, but don’t make their job easy.