Suggested steps to take if you are a victim of identity theft:

1. Immediately call your credit card companies. Inform them of the situation and ask where you can send them a copy of the police report.
2. Call the policy and report the incident. Make several copies of the report. Complete the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ID Theft Affidavit and an FTC report.
3. Call your bank. They can assist with check processing and place a alert on your Driver's License and Social Security Number.
4. Call the fraud units of the credit reporting agencies:
   • Equifax 1-800-525-6285     www.equifax.com
   • Experian 1-888-397-3742     www.experian.com
   • TransUnion 1-800-680-7289     www.transunion.com

In today's tech-heavy society, it's more important than ever for consumers to keep their personal information secure. But sometimes, even after taking precautions to do just that, information can still end up in the wrong hands. More than 8.1 million people were affected by identity theft in 2010, according to Javelin Strategy & Research Center.

Recovering from identity theft can be a very costly, time-consuming and stressful experience. That's why some insurance companies now offer identity recovery coverage on homeowner policies. This coverage can give you peace of mind that professional assistance will be available if your identity is stolen.

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