Identity Theft Risk Check
Identity Theft affects people of all ages, in communities both large and small, and is perpetrated by theft in person, online, or through corporate breaches. Recent surveys provide the following information:
Nearly 10 million Americans fell victim to identity theft fraud in 2008
Thefts totaled $49.3 billion dollars in 2007
Identity Theft has been the top consumer complaint to the FTC for the past five years in a row
Certified educators with the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) have developed an easy-to-take consumer "Identity Theft Risk CheckSM." This quiz is designed to help you assess your risk of Identity Theft, recognize existing or potential problems, and provide direction about your options and where to turn for help.
Link:
http://www.protectyouridnow.org/id_theft_quiz.cfm