Posts Tagged ‘ fraud ’

Steps to take after wallet is stolen

Dear Experian, I had my wallet stolen. My entire life was in my wallet including a check book, my Social Security card, driver's license, identification and passwords to all my personal information, and all my credit cards. I have cancelled all my credit cards but am afraid that they will use my information for other reasons. As it is my credit is not great. What should I do? - MJG[ READ MORE ]

Check your credit accounts for fraud after checking account is compromised

Dear Experian, I just had to destroy my debit card because someone overseas charged over $1,200 on my card. What steps do I need to take to ensure they do not attempt to use my information in the future? - AJG[ READ MORE ]

Parent using child’s Social Security number

Dear Experian, I believe my daughter’s father is using her Social Security number for electricity, gas, water, phone and credit cards. How do I find out? - CKY[ READ MORE ]

Steps to take after vehicle burglarized

Dear Experian, Our vehicle was broken into and confidential identity information might have been accessed. Does this warrant obtaining a security freeze? If so, how long can I expect for it to take place? - CND[ READ MORE ]

Military personnel can add an Active Duty Alert

Dear Experian, As a member of the Army currently overseas, what can I do to protect my credit? I heard something about placing an "active duty alert" on my credit that only allows credit to be opened if I directly approve. - MCL[ READ MORE ]

Steps you can take at home to prevent ID Theft

Dear Experian, What is the best way to prevent identity theft at home? - OBE[ READ MORE ]

How fraud alerts work

Dear Experian, Please explain how a fraud alert works. - MIH[ READ MORE ]

You can get a free annual report even if you have frozen your credit file

Dear Experian, Does putting a security freeze on my file prevent me from getting my free annual credit report? - CPI[ READ MORE ]