Identity Theft
Stay protected by: stephanie rylee
What is identity theft?
identity theft is the illegal use of someone else's personal information (as a Social Security number) in order to obtain money or credit
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/identity%20theft
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/identity%20theft
Ways to stay protected:
- make sure websites are secure
- shred documents
- monitor bank and credit card statements
- Guard your social security number, PINs, passwords and account numbers.
http://studentmoneyskills.bankofamerica.com/article/view.asp?articleID=39
What to do if your identity is stolen?
- place an initial fraud alert
- order your credit reports
- create an identity theft report
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0274-immediate-steps-repair-identity-theft
How can someone steal your identity
- dumpster diving
- mail theft
- shoulder surfing
- phishing
For more info visit this site
We keep you protected
Website: https://www.firsttennessee.com/Personal
Location: 511 Union Street North, Nashville, TN
Phone: (615) 734-6000