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Identity Theft Safety Quiz



What Is Identity Theft?
For those who have been victims of identity theft, there is nothing at all humorous about the experience.

ID Theft: Get Copies of Your Credit Reports
If you have been a victim of identity theft, the first thing you need to do is obtain a copy of your credit report from the three major credit bureaus.

What's in Your Wallet: Too Much Information?
The repercussions of losing your wallet can be a disaster for you – but a field day for an identity thief. Avoid being a victim by following these simple preventive steps.

If Your Identity Has Been Stolen
You can spend years and a lot of money to clean up the mess from having your identity stolen. Here are the first steps that you need to take, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

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