'Protect yourself from America’s fastest growing crime
See how loose lips sink credit ratings and why there’s no safety in numbers
How is a dumpster diver like a wallet snatcher? Both are out to hijack your identity, so dive into this book and find out how to fight back! Discover why every home needs a shredder, what your bank statement can tell you, and how to reclaim your good name if it’s already too late.
The Dummies Way
- Explanations in plain English
- "Get in, get out" information
- Icons and other navigational aids
- A dash of humor and fun
Discover how to:
- Recognize and avoid common scams
- Guard your privacy effectively
- Act promptly if theft occurs
- Read your credit report
- Choose secure passwords
- Report identity theft to the right people
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'Michael J. Arata, Jr., has more than fifteen years of security experience. He’s investigated numerous credit fraud cases and currently serves as Director of Corporate Security for Rudolph and Sletten. '
'Introduction.
Part I: Getting the Scoop on Identity Theft.
Chapter 1: Who’s Stealing What . . . and What You Can Do About It.
Chapter 2: Keeping Tabs on Your Personal Information.
Chapter 3: Mike’s Anti-Identity-Theft Crash Course.
Part II: Determining Whether You’re a Victim.
Chapter 4: Smelling a Rat: Recognizing When You Are a Victim.
Chapter 5: Homing In on Bank Statements.
Chapter 6: Interpreting Your Credit Report.
Part III: Staying Ahead of Identity Theft.
Chapter 7: Watching What You Set on the Curb.
Chapter 8: Practicing Discretion in Public Places.
Chapter 9: Staying Safe Online and on the Phone.
Part IV: Taking Back Your Good Name.
Chapter 10: Joining Forces in the Identity Theft Battle.
Chapter 11: Closing Compromised Accounts.
Chapter 12: Opening New Accounts.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 13: Ten Tips to Make Reclaiming Your Identity Go More Smoothly.
Chapter 14: Ten Handy Resources.
Chapter 15: Ten Common Scams and How to Avoid Them.
Index. \n
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