Identity Theft: Who Are the Victims?

Learning the Facts Behind Identity Theft

By Manda Spring, published Mar 30, 2007
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Identity theft is a huge market, there are so many people that are targets and I'll tell you why in just a moment. There is a common misconception floating around in our every day space that suggests we can not be targets because we are mediocre and do hot have a life worth stealing. Even some celebrities think this way believe it or not. Identity theft has nothing to do with the amount of money you earn what your name is or what your status is on the income bracket.... It is all about the plastic.

This article is designed to help all people whether they are past victims or potential victims... you need to protect your identity and this will offer some insight. There are many types of fraud happening in identity theft cases that they need to be defined so that normal people can know what to watch for. There are also many ways you can be robbed that some people wouldn't even pay much attention to, and the list goes on, so fasten your seat belts because it's going to be a bumpy ride.

Identity Theft: Are you a Prime Victim?

Some celebrities have had their fair share of problems with people using their identity for hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of goods. But, usually it happens to those normal everyday live and die kind of people. For instance many circumstances begin with "...but they only wanted to help me..." or "... I never would've thought in a million years that they would ever do this to me..." One of the easiest targets is the kind and trusting. Those people with problems and financial worries are by far the easiest because the bad guys know how to manipulate or they would have a legal job making money honestly.

Takeaways
  • Identity theft is a huge market, and you coudl be next!
  • There are many kinds of fraud that takes place regarding identity theft.
  • It is important to educate ourselves and others about identity theft.
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You are so welcome "AW". Keeping informed and educated is the trick to avoiding scams and frauds. Thanks for reading and taking the time to comment.

Posted on 04/02/2007 at 4:04:00 PM

 
I'm so paranoid about this happening to me - thank you for this information!

Posted on 04/02/2007 at 12:04:00 PM

 
Thanks Charlotte!! Your article was very good and I recommend that all those who read my articles on this issue also read Charlotte's for additional education on this matter.

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 2:03:00 PM

 
Great article! You hit some good points different from mine. That's what I like about AC, we all have enough of a different perspective that we end up covering the whole nine yards by the time we are through. Good job!

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 2:03:00 PM

 
LOL- Well, that's one way to beat 'em Aly! LOL

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 2:03:00 PM

 
This is so alarming! I also read the story about the girl's bank account being emptied out because her PayPal was linked to it. Good thing I have no money in my bank and my credit cards are all maxed.

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 12:03:00 PM

 
You're welcome... it is a shame though that some resort to this type of survival instead of making an honest living isn't it?

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 12:03:00 PM

 
Some folks will try anything to reach an easier, softer way of life. Too bad the majority have to suffer due to a few. Thanks fer the info.

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 12:03:00 PM

 
You are very right. Lack of education and over confidence is usually the characteristics that make certain people easy targets.

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 10:03:00 AM

 
Thank you for providing this information. It is usually the people who think it will never happen to them that end up in situations like this.

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 9:03:00 AM

 
Hi Carol, I just checked and it seems to be working now. Thanks for reading.

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 9:03:00 AM

 
Interesting story. Page 2 is inaccessible. Hope AC fixes it.

Posted on 03/30/2007 at 9:03:00 AM

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