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  • Writer's pictureAmanda Sharratt
    • Apr 26, 2023
    • 2 min read

NINE THINGS TO DO IF YOUR IDENTITY IS STOLEN


identity theft

What should I do if my identity is stolen?

Finding out that you are a victim of identity theft is very unnerving. You start having millions of questions, the first of which is likely, “What should I do now?”


If you have Identity Theft Protection, the first step is to file a claim with that company. If you don’t have identity theft protection, it might be worth calling a company to see if they can help you if you sign up now.


Dave Ramsey recommends Zander Insurance for identity theft insurance, which I use personally. If you are a victim of identity theft and file a claim with them, they assign a case worker to help you with the next steps. I will walk through the steps I took personally during a run-in with possible identity theft.


Nine Things to Do if Your Identity is Stolen

Credit Freeze

If you don’t already have a credit freeze on all 3 of the credit bureaus, it would be recommended to call and/or go online to add a credit freeze to each of them separately. If you have a freeze on your credit, this should eliminate the ability for someone to take out loans, credit cards, etc., in your name.


Fraud Alert

As an added layer of security on your credit – you can add a fraud alert on all three credit bureaus. This means they will call the phone number on file in the alert to confirm identity instead of the phone number on the submitted application.


Put a freeze on ChexSystems

ChexSystems is the system that most banks use when opening an account, so this layer of security should help protect you from having bank accounts opened in your name.


Add extra security to your bank accounts

Call your bank where your checking and savings are, let them know what happened, and see how you can add an extra password or voice ID to access your accounts.


Add extra security to your investment accounts

This is similar to your bank but for your investments. Call the Custodian that holds your 401(k) and/or IRAs and add an additional password or voice ID to access your accounts.


Change ALL of your passwords

Especially for your online banking, the portal you use to view your 401(k) and/or IRAs, and your email.


Run your credit report

You need to ensure there is nothing on there that shouldn’t be. If so – be sure to contact the company and dispute it.


Look at your online banking or bank statements

You want to make sure there are no unusual transactions.



Notify your Financial Advisor and CPA

Knowing that you have had this happen would be important for anyone who helps you with your finances and financial planning.



Knowledge is power

As I mentioned, having a run-in with identity theft can be very scary, but it is helpful to know what actions you need to take to minimize the impact.


The benefit of identity theft insurance is not only the monitoring they do to alert you if there is an unusual activity quickly. Having a case worker walk you through the above mentioned steps (and more if needed for your specific situation) is extremely valuable.


If you have any questions specific to your financial needs, please get in touch with one of our Financial Coaches or Financial Advisors; they would be more than happy to help you.

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Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers is an SEC-registered investment adviser firm. The information presented is for educational purposes only and intended for a broad audience. The information does not intend to make an offer or solicitation to sell or purchase any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and are not guaranteed. Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers reasonably believes that this marketing does not include any false or misleading statements or omissions of facts regarding services, investment, or client experience. Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers has a reasonable belief that the content will not cause an untrue or misleading implication regarding the adviser’s services, investments, or client experiences. Please refer to the firm’s ADV Part 2A for material risks disclosures.

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Past performance of specific investment advice should not be relied upon without knowledge of certain circumstances of market events, the nature and timing of the investments, and relevant constraints of the investment. Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers has presented information in a fair and balanced manner.

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Copyright (c) 2023 Clearnomics, Inc. and Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers, LTD. All rights reserved. The information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but is not necessarily complete and its accuracy cannot be guaranteed. No representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the fairness, accuracy, completeness, or correctness of the information and opinions contained herein. The views and the other information provided are subject to change without notice. All reports posted on or via www.clearnomics.com or any affiliated websites, applications, or services are issued without regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation, or particular needs of any specific recipient and are not to be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any securities or related financial instruments. Past performance is not necessarily a guide to future results. Company fundamentals and earnings may be mentioned occasionally, but should not be construed as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold the company's stock. Predictions, forecasts, and estimates for any and all markets should not be construed as recommendations to buy, sell, or hold any security--including mutual funds, futures contracts, and exchange traded funds, or any similar instruments. The text, images, and other materials contained or displayed in this report are proprietary to Clearnomics, Inc. and constitute valuable intellectual property. All unauthorized reproduction or other use of material from Clearnomics, Inc. shall be deemed willful infringement(s) of this copyright and other proprietary and intellectual property rights, including but not limited to, rights of privacy. Clearnomics, Inc. expressly reserves all rights in connection with its intellectual property, including without limitation the right to block the transfer of its products and services and/or to track usage thereof, through electronic tracking technology, and all other lawful means, now known or hereafter devised. Clearnomics, Inc. reserves the right, without further notice, to pursue to the fullest extent allowed by the law any and all criminal and civil remedies for the violation of its rights.

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