Credit Reporting Companies
Free credit reports for comsumers:
CreditReport.com
AnnualCreditReport.com 1-877-322-8228
About Identity Theft - Informational Site
Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the country. It occurs when someone obtains credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, bank account information or other pieces of private information and uses them to commit fraud or deception. I have provided some usefull links to help you understand identity theft and steps to help you if feel you may be a victim.
Protect yourself against Identity Theft:
Office of the Attorney General - Identity Theft Hotline 1-866-999-5630
Equifax - 1-800-525-6285
Experian - 1-888-Experian (397-3742)
US Federal Trade Commission, 1-888-ID Theft (438-4338)
State of Illinois, Department of Financial and Professional Regulations (IDFPR)