http://www.sheknows.com/ Fri, 08 Feb 2013 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983503/identity-thief-movie-review Melissa McCarthy steals big laughs as she assumes Jason Bateman’s identity, creating a riotous nightmare for him, but a great time for us. In her first starring role, McCarthy has a LifeLock on the laughs. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983503/identity-thief-movie-review Entertainment Movies & Reviews Shanee Edwards Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/973661/keeping-kids-safe-online With all of the time our children spend in an online environment, we need to be vigilant about their safety. Identity theft isn’t just a problem for adults — it can happen to anyone at any age. What can we do to make sure kids aren’t sharing their private information and putting their identity at risk? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/973661/keeping-kids-safe-online Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Sherri Kuhn Mon, 01 Oct 2012 01:50:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971061/information-you-shouldnt-share-over-the-phone Be cautious about the identifying information that you share not just online but also over the telephone. To avoid identity theft, bank account or credit card fraud, and other criminal uses of your personal information, you need to be very cautious with the information you share over the phone. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971061/information-you-shouldnt-share-over-the-phone Living Money and finance Kori Ellis Mon, 01 Oct 2012 01:29:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/3032/tips-on-how-to-avoid-identity-theft Perhaps you've always thought that identify theft would never happen to you. However, the harsh reality is that individuals and financial institutions lose billions of dollars each year due to identity theft. Take precautions to protect personal information from hackers and thieves. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/3032/tips-on-how-to-avoid-identity-theft Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving SheKnows Living Editors Mon, 01 Oct 2012 01:17:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818300/how-to-secure-your-cell-phone Most of us can't live without our smartphones these days. Unfortunately, as it gets easier for you to use your phone as an everyday tool for living, there are also more opportunities for hackers and identity thieves to get everything they need to invade your privacy, take your money or destroy your credit. Here are a few things you can do to secure your cell phone. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818300/how-to-secure-your-cell-phone Living Money and finance Christine K. Bailey Mon, 01 Oct 2012 01:01:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818296/10-Signs-you-may-be-a-victim-of-identity-theft Identity thieves and hackers can access your personal information to invade your privacy, steal your money and ruin your credit. Identity theft is a serious issue, and it can happen again and again without your knowledge. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818296/10-Signs-you-may-be-a-victim-of-identity-theft Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving Christine K. Bailey Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:07:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971065/how-to-protect-your-identity If you think that identity theft isn't a serious concern, you just need to look at the numbers. The Federal Trade Commission estimates that as many as 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971065/how-to-protect-your-identity Living Money and finance Kori Ellis Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/8065/identity-theft-how-it-happens-and-how-you-can-stop-it Did you enjoy your recent trip to Maui? How about the new Mercedes? And then your home loan was turned down because of a mysterious bankruptcy you never filed. What is going on? Two words: identity theft. This crime is on the rise, but you can avoid being a victim by being aware of how these scammers work. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/8065/identity-theft-how-it-happens-and-how-you-can-stop-it Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving SheKnows Living Editors Thu, 16 Aug 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968131/teaching-teens-about-identity-theft Once your teens venture out into the world, they are on their own to make choices about who they share their personal information with. Walk any college campus and you will see countless offerings of free T-shirts or gift cards in exchange for your child’s private information. How can you teach them when to give out personal information and when not to? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968131/teaching-teens-about-identity-theft Parenting Age by Age Tweens, Teens & College Sherri Kuhn Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964503/check-your-childs-credit-report Before you toss junk mail with your child’s name on it, consider how that junk mail came to be. If your child’s name is in a credit card database, it’s very possible her identity has been stolen. Your child, regardless of her age, may already have bad credit. Learn how to protect your child by checking for credit fraud and preventing identity theft. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964503/check-your-childs-credit-report Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Maria Mora Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:40:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/824985/when-your-identity-is-stolen Identity theft is a huge a problem in the United States. With the prevalence of cyber-shopping, online banking and an endless stream of credit card offers coming in the mail, our identities are extremely vulnerable. Most people trust that it won't happen to them, but if does, would you know what to do? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/824985/when-your-identity-is-stolen Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Tiernan McKay Tue, 23 Nov 2010 08:49:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/820694/Top-5-worst-places-to-use-your-social-security-number Standing in line at a government office or on the phone for what seems like an eternity, we finally reach someone and the first thing they ask is, “What’s your Social Security number?” Deep down we’re willing to offer any information just to get back in the car and drive home or hang up the phone, but it’s in these moments, believe it or not, when we need to be most vigilant about protecting our identity. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/820694/Top-5-worst-places-to-use-your-social-security-number Living Career and Time Management Adam Levin Wed, 03 Nov 2010 12:14:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/819925/Holiday-savings-Save-money-shopping-online The holidays are fast approaching -- and threatening to max out your credit card. Shopping online can make hunting for holiday deals fast and easy. The best is part is that families can avoid schlepping tο the crowded malls, dealing with parking, then lugging bags and boxes home. And because every dollar counts in today’s topsy-turvy economy, savvy holiday shoppers can discover a number of creative ways to save money shopping online, through an extensive array of daily discount coupons and promotional codes. Here’s how. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/819925/Holiday-savings-Save-money-shopping-online Living Career and Time Management Budgeting & Saving Barry Boone Wed, 22 Sep 2010 16:13:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818298/How-to-request-a-credit-report “There are two different types of fraud,” according to Robert Siciliano, McAfee consultant and identity theft expert, “new account fraud and account takeover.” New account fraud is when an individual uses your personal data—social security number, birth date, name, address, etc.—to create new accounts with businesses such as banks, cell phone carriers, or utility companies. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818298/How-to-request-a-credit-report Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving Christine K. Bailey Wed, 22 Sep 2010 02:29:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818248/Is-online-banking-safe More people are using online banking than ever before. According to recent statistics, 12 billion bills were paid online in 2009, making online banking the preferred method over paying bills by mail. Just how safe are these billions of transactions? Keep reading for expert opinions on the safety of online banking. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818248/Is-online-banking-safe Living Money and finance Kristin Chessman Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:38:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818237/5-Times-you-should-never-share-your-social-security-number Think of your Social Security number as your very own nine-digit serial number. You need one to apply for a job, fill out a tax return, and to open a bank account. If your SSN were to fall into the wrong hands, someone could easily do a world of damage. In order to protect your identity and your funds, read on to discover five times you should never share your Social Security number. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/818237/5-Times-you-should-never-share-your-social-security-number Living Money and finance Budgeting & Saving Kristin Chessman Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:50:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/812234/10-tips-to-prevent-id-fraud-during-the-holiday-season According to a 2008 survey by Travelers, burglary and theft of wallets, purses and personal computers provide thieves the best opportunity to gain access to personal information. What can you do to protect yourself? Travelers shared these tips with SheKnows on how to protect your identity during the frenzy holiday shopping season. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/812234/10-tips-to-prevent-id-fraud-during-the-holiday-season Living Career and Time Management Budgeting & Saving SheKnows Editors