Who will be You on Halloween? Identity Theft…a faceless, traceless crime!

Halloween is fast approaching and you and your children will be dressed up as different characters, but who will dress up as you?

After the recent Facebook breach, people realize that even social media isn’t safe from identity theft. Our information is out there and we can’t get it back.

So, what are some types of identity theft and what can we do about it?

1. Social Security numbers. They like yours and your children’s!
2. Credit cards, debit cards and bank accounts.
3. Medical services. Getting treated in your name
4. Drivers licenses
5. Crimes committed in your name
6. Passports
7. Cell phones/ Smart phones and computers

It’s absolutely vital that you have your information monitored on a regular basis as well as your children’s! That includes social security numbers, drivers licenses, passports, credit/debit cards and bank accounts, insurance policies, and even social media.

When your information is being used, you need to be notified immediately!

Trained “licensed” investigators need to find out the details.

Most importantly, the investigators must Restore your identity back to where it was 100%!

Identity theft continues to sweep across our nation and it is Your responsibility to protect your identity and your children’s.

Pat Moore is a Regional Manager for LegalShield & IDShield and serves on the Boards for the Northern Virginia Employer Advisor Council and the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce. For more information about protecting yourself, your family and your employees, please send an email to: moorep@legalshieldassociate.com  Or call: 540-305-9937