Posts Tagged: identity theft

What is Tax ID Theft?

tax ID theft

Trying to ensure that you file your taxes correctly by the April deadline each year can be a challenge. Unfortunately, the difficulty doesn’t end there; the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) also warns taxpayers to be on the lookout for tax identity (ID) theft whenever tax season comes around here in California. Tax ID theft is…

5 Consumer Protection Tips to Prevent Online Identity Theft

Almost everybody shares sensitive personal data online in one way or another. For instance, your social media profiles are likely filled with personal information. Odds are you’re sharing personal financial information to make online purchases as well. Unfortunately, if such data falls in the wrong hands, it can be used to commit fraud. Because of…