Are there steps I can take to avoid identity theft if my Social Security number’s been stolen?
Yes. The first thing you can do is freeze your credit.
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Is it possible for my child be a victim of identity theft?
Yes, if someone has stolen your child’s personal information, it’s possible for accounts to be opened in your child’s name. To determine whether this has happened, you can contact the three major credit bureaus (Experian, TransUnion, Equifax) to see if your child has a file.
Read MoreCan a debt collector robocall me?
If you consented at any point (this might include providing your number on an account application), a debt collector can do this.
Read MoreWhy do I get so much junk mail?
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) makes deals with businesses to increase the amount of standard mail (junk mail) that’s sent.
Read MoreIs my criminal history public record in California?
In California, criminal histories (rap sheets) compiled by law enforcement agencies are not public record. Only certain employers such as public utilities, law enforcement, security guard firms and child care facilities have access to this information.
Read MoreCan a background check include criminal records that have been expunged?
They shouldn’t, but definitions of expungement vary from state to state. The records might not completely disappear and might still be available to law enforcement.
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Will an eviction notice show up on my credit report?
No, an eviction notice by itself won’t show up on your credit report.
There are a couple of other ways that evidence of an eviction could still show up on you credit report, for example, if you
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