Identity Theft

FACT :
Identity theft is currently seen as one of Britain’s fastest growing crimes. Fraudsters take on other people’s identities when they apply for loans, spend all the cash, default on the repayments and disappear. Victims end up with the bad loans on their credit files, seriously damaging their credit histories.



In many cases the first we find out about an ID theft is when we apply for a new loan ourselves and get turned down. That’s why the experts say it pays to keep an eye on our credit files. If we see fraudulent activity we can have it stopped and removed far easier. There are several credit reference agencies which look after our files – you can find out more about the main ones at www.equifax.co.uk, www.mycallcredit.com and www.experian.co.uk. Get in touch to check your details are accurate. If you see mistakes there are simple procedures to follow to have them sorted.