When a loved one passes away, protecting their identity from theft is crucial. You’ll need to secure documents and notify all three credit bureaus, among other agencies, to help prevent identity theft ...

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - For Identity Theft Awareness Week, FOX5 is looking at credit ID theft. It happens when someone uses birthdays and social security numbers to open a new line of credit. There ...

Every few months, we hear about another data breach that exposes the personal information of millions of people. But the most recent discovery is massive. Security researchers uncovered a staggering ...

This story is sponsored by America First Credit Union. It's an ugly reality, but the internet is full of people who are trying to steal your money or your identity. Scammers prey upon young and old ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s that time of the year again where your sensitive tax information is the most vulnerable. With the chance of tax identity theft especially high during the tax filing season, it ...

Student loan identity theft happens when a scammer uses your information to apply for financial assistance and take out student loans for higher education. This type of theft is a growing concern ...

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ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV) is sending a warning to New Yorkers using fake IDs that's it's a crime and could result in identity theft. The Operation ...

A report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration found that delayed 1099-R and W-2G filings limit the IRS’s ability to spot refund fraud early.