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FTC.gov: Deter. Detect. Defend. Avoid ID Theft

Identity theft is a serious threat to your credit history, affecting your ability to secure financing for a new home. Unfortunately, this type of crime has only gotten easier online. The Federal Trade Commission has an excellent website to help consumers protect themselves against identity theft, with steps you take to protect your personal information, how to determine if your identity has been stolen, and what to do in the unfortunate event that your identity has been compromised.