This happens, for example, if someone tries to open a new credit card or apply for a loan in your name. Keep an eye on bank accounts and credit card statementsGo through all your bank, retirement, and brokerage accounts, as well as your credit card statements to look for any suspicious activity. But some do offer identity recovery services to help you regain control of your finances after identity theft occurs. TrustedID Premier will also provide free copies of those reports and the ability to lock your Equifax credit report so companies cannot see it. It includes identity theft insurance and it will scan the Internet for use of your Social Security number, too.

Source: CNN September 09, 2017 15:56 UTC