Ten billion a year and counting - ten billion dollars in losses due to identity theft every year. If you have not yet been a victim, you are likely to be within the next couple of years. You are already paying for this staggering sum in everything you purchase, goods or services.
The United States government is not going to fix the problem, nor will government agencies at the local level. In fact, government agencies may unwittingly be contributing to the problem although stopping it is a top priority of law enforcement agencies. It's like being caught in a revolving door.
Preventing Identity Theft begins with good habits by consumers - keeping track of your finances and everything to do with your life. Do you practice good habits - shredding? Opening mail daily? Monitoring your accounts on a regular basis (weekly)?
Learn the truth about the seriousness of the problem and what you as consumers can do to fix the problem to end the victimization and staggering costs.
