Before I go further… Do NOT panic!
Identity theft is indeed scary, because it seems so easily done. This is NOT cause to panic! Just be cautious and use some common sense when it comes to your personal information.
This does not mean that you should completely avoid ever giving out your name or that you can never write another check or pay by credit card again. DO NOT begin burning all your trash (especially if you live in the city, as cities seem to frown on such things).
You can actually: introduce yourself to people, eat out at restaurants, buy goods, and use the internet. This may sound silly, but I know of people who are so totally paranoid when it comes to ID Theft that they’ve thrown common sense out the window.
What you should do: be cautious, be prudent, and use common sense.
Follow these tips to help protect yourself from Identity Theft:
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