What to Do If Someone Files Taxes in Your Name
If someone has filed taxes in your name, your first steps should be filing Form 14039 (the Identity Theft Affidavit) with the IRS, placing a fraud alert…
How to Check If Your Tax Records Were Accessed
To check if your tax records were accessed, you need to monitor multiple sources: the IRS provides transcript services showing all transcripts requested…
Best Tax Identity Protection Services Reviewed
The best tax identity protection services combine real-time monitoring, credit freeze capabilities, and restoration assistance to safeguard your Social…
How to Protect Your W2 Information From Theft
Protecting your W2 information requires a multi-layered approach that combines vigilance with understanding how thieves operate.
What Happens When Payroll Providers Are Breached
When payroll providers are breached, the consequences ripple far beyond the financial institutions themselves.
How to Secure Your ACH Transfer Settings
Securing your ACH transfer settings requires a multi-layered approach that combines access restrictions, verification protocols, and real-time monitoring…
Signs Your Direct Deposit Was Redirected
Direct deposit fraud is a form of identity theft where criminals intercept or redirect your paycheck to an account under their control.
How to Protect Your Routing Number Online
Your routing number is one of nine digits that should be treated with care, but unlike your Social Security number or credit card number, many people…
What to Do If Your Check Information Is Stolen
If your check information has been stolen, take immediate action by contacting your bank, placing a fraud alert with credit bureaus, and monitoring your…
How to Recognize Wire Fraud After Data Breaches
Wire fraud after data breaches happens when criminals use stolen personal information—names, email addresses, phone numbers, and business contacts—to…
