Monday, February 25, 2013

Identity Theft: Stay Educated- Type 3

Social Security Identity Theft
Your social security card is perhaps the most valuable piece of information that a thief can obtain. Your Social Security Number is connected to many, if not all aspects of your life. Your SSN is connected to any jobs you have or have had, property you own, financial or credit information, medical records, education records, and any other identifying information. 


If an identity thief obtains your SSN they can use the information to gain the benefits you would receive that are associated with your social security number. These individuals can either assume your identity or create an alias fro themselves using your information. They can apply for jobs, file false tax information, apply for a new social security card (claiming it was lost or stolen), receive housing vouchers, medical/medicare benefits, and apply for other social security benefits which you worked hard for. 

Be aware of your information and who has access to it. The Social  Security Administration is a government agency, which means reversing the damage caused by this type of theft is a difficult and slow process. 

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