Identity theft is a major problem. It can destroy your credit, threaten your identity, leave you homeless, and cause all sorts of other issues. That’s not to mention the mental distress it can cause.

Identity theft is as pervasive as ever: A quick look at the Fraud and ID Theft Maps of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shows 841,810 reports of ID theft by the end of September last year, reaching ...

On average, identity theft causes $1,100 in damage for each victim, according to a 2021 study. Identity theft protection services don't stop identity theft from happening, but they can help minimize ...

DALLAS — All the publicity about identity theft — reportedly the fastest-growing crime in America — has spawned a cottage industry of products offering protection. Companies such as credit bureaus and ...

Responding to consumers’ growing concerns about online fraud and identity theft, American Express Co. on April 13 unveiled a premium-level fraud-monitoring service that enables cardholders to opt in ...

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Clint Proctor is a lead editor with the credit cards and travel rewards team at Forbes Advisor. He has five years of experience in personal finance journalism and has contributed to a variety of ...

Read on to learn more about identity theft protection and our picks for the best ID theft protection services of August 2022. Aura’s plans are best suited for users who own a lot of personal tech and ...

Identity theft protection services can provide the help you need if your data has been compromised. These services monitor your personal information, credit files and the web, alerting you to any ...

Read on to learn more about identity theft protection and our picks for the best ID theft protection services of September 2022. Aura’s plans are best suited for users who own a lot of personal tech ...