Ep 29: Stay A Step Ahead of Cyber Criminals. Protecting Your ID and Other Important Matters.
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Assume that your information is already out there. Your goal is to ensure that nobody misuses your data."
In this episode, we discuss the importance of protecting yourself from identity theft.
We provide practical steps and tips for safeguarding your personal information and financial accounts.
Key takeaways
Place fraud alerts on your credit and consider extended fraud alerts if your identity has already been stolen.
Place a credit freeze on your credit to prevent new accounts from being opened in your name.
Use a password manager to generate strong, unique passwords for each account.
Enable two-factor authentication on all your financial accounts.
Create a separate email address for your financial accounts, and be cautious of suspicious emails.
Monitor your account activities regularly and set up alerts for any unusual transactions.
Create a social security account to monitor your earnings and prevent unauthorized access.
Create an IP PIN with the IRS to prevent fraudulent tax filings using your social security number.
Take proactive steps to protect your identity before leaving the country.
The speakers' views and opinions discussed in this episode should not be considered financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult your advisor for any legal, cross-border tax, and financial advice.
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