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Eva Velasquez

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Don't Get Tricked: Identity Protection Tips You Need

Spend this October educating yourself on crucial identity protection tips so your Halloween isn't scarier than it should be!

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Do Data Breach Victims Actually Use the Free Credit Monitoring Offered?

Data breach victims are frequently offered free credit monitoring by the business that experienced the breach. But how many follow through and use it?

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How to Keep Seniors Safe From Internet Scams

Older people can be targets for scammers, partly because they may feel too embarrassed to tell anyone what's going on. Here's how to help.

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4 Ways to Avoid Online Dating Scams

With every successful online dating match comes the potential for heartbreak and, sadly, fraud. Here are four red flags to watch for when dating online.

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Is ID Theft Worse If You're In the Military?

Many military -- and some civilian -- jobs require a security clearance. And becoming an identity theft victim can mean you lose yours.

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Looking for Love? Watch Out for Sweetheart Scams

A sweetheart scam can lead to heartbreak -- and financial repercussions that can last a lifetime.

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Operation Emmental: Could Your Bank Get Hacked?

You probably assume that your bank's website is secure. However, a new report shows that banking websites might not be so airtight against attacks.

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How an Identity Thief Can Access Your Smartphone

Smartphones can be an identity theft's best friend, and even if you keep your phone close, it's smart to learn how to reduce the risk of smartphone hacking.

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What Will Identity Theft Look Like in 2014?

The Identity Theft Resource Center reviews the year in the identity theft world and makes predictions about what 2014 holds for the issue.

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